Medication Side Effect Guidelines

Medication Side Effect Guidelines

If you are having life-threatening side effects, please go to the emergency room right away.

negative side effects

What are Negative Side Effects?

They are mild to moderate unintended effects that can happen when you take a medication, even when it is taken correctly. 

Protocol

Let us know via phone, text, email, or by submitting a response in the  My Medication Questionnaire.

adverse side effects

What are Adverse Side Effects?

They are generally harmful and unexpected side effects. 

Protocol

Please call our office as soon as possible so we can ask clarifying questions. 

If you are not sure it is safe to stop taking the medication, please call our office as soon as possible. 

NOTE: If symptoms feel life-threatening or unbearable, you are free to go to your local emergency room. 

If you call during off hours, or you cannot reach the front office, please leave a voicemail or text and we will get back with you as soon as possible. 

Your provider will be notified within 1-2 hours of your contact and we will reach out through the front office channels if there are any immediate actions you need to take. 

life-threatening side effects

What are Life Threatening Side Effects?

They are medication side effects that have the potential to cause significant harm or death. 

Protocol

If you are having life-threatening side effects, please go to the emergency room right away. 


Please notify Sonatix Wellness once you are stable so we can notify your provider. 


If your situation results in a hospital stay, please inform your provider as soon as possible.