Where can tell how long rx meds actively last?Pamphlets encld don't tell..?

Question

IF you take multiple rxs for same condition..I think the drs should tell how to schedule for max benefit. In hosp.they gave all at once per instructions. And wouldn't deviate.BP would then go up prior to next dosage which I felt could be helped by
spacing.

Answer 1

Type in the name of the medication and then type in "half life"
This will get you to a web site on the medication related to how long the medication is active in your system (half life is exactly that - when appropriately 50% of the medication has been metabolized by your body).

As far as ideally timing medications...a couple of things
- we know the more complicated we make a drug regimen, the more likely there will be errors in taking the medications and the more likely there will be noncompliance with the regimen for the average patient.

You may be able to tweek your regimen to maximize its benefits - perhaps even reduce the number of medications you are taking. Assuredly it is labor intensive and may not be as cut and dryed or with as satisfying a result as you might anticipate. (Metabolism with multiple medications in a complex biologic organism (you) - is very unpredictable)

Lastly, before you actually stop a medication, be sure to discuss it with your prescribing medical provider. Many medications impart multiple intended benefits.

Best of luck.