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Joan, a Service User, talks positively about the benefits of 5 Moments for Medication Safety and its importance for patients, families, and carers to use with the support from health professionals. #MedSafetyWeek
The ‘5 Moments for Medication Safety’ are the key moments where action by patients and their carers can greatly reduce the risk of avoidable medication related harm. Joan reminds us of the 5 Moments-Starting, Taking, Adding, Reviewing and Stopping.
Easily remembered by the acronym “STARS”

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Painkiller addiction can affect anyone.

Warning signs of painkiller addiction include: needing medicine for longer periods, in higher doses, or feeling unwell when you stop taking them.

If you're concerned about becoming dependent on combination painkillers, speak to your community or practice pharmacist, or GP for support.

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5 Moments for Medication Safety.
Moment 3- Adding a Medication, Service.
User Margaret talks about how the toolkit has helped her understand the implications of adding new medications.
It will also encourage her to consider other medication she may be taking, and what she they should do if she suspects an interaction. #medsafetyweek

5 Moments for Medication Safety - Moment 2.
Taking a Medication, Pharmacist Aine believes the toolkit encourages a patient to properly take their medication as prescribed. #medsafetyweek
It will encourage patients to review when they should take this medication and how much should they take each time and what to do if there any side effects.
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