Patient safety is our top priority.
All new medicines go through multiple and exhaustive levels of review, thorough clinical testing, and ongoing monitoring after they reach the market. Canada has a strong and robust regulatory protocol to ensure Canadians have safe and effective medicines. Of course, it’s necessary to take them as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
We work with all our partners in healthcare to provide Canadians with the information they need to safely and effectively take their prescription and over-the-counter medicines.
It’s important to keep track of your health. From maintaining a balanced diet to exercising regularly, these are components to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Below, we have compiled useful resources and information to help you stay well.
Create your own medication record
Create your own personalized medication book to record your medications, allergies and other health information. Keep it up-to-date (your pharmacist, doctor, nurse or other healthcare team member can help you with this). Bring it with you to all of your medical appointments or when you go to the hospital.
Why should you record your medicines
Download the print-at-home version of the medication record.
Download the printer version of the paper booklet for professional print runs.
Or download the free app below.
MyMedRec
MyMedRec is a portable health record that can be easily shared with your physician, pharmacist, family or anyone else involved in your healthcare regimen. It maintains a record of your medications, reminds you when to refill prescriptions, and emails your entire healthcare team when there’s a change in your healthcare plan. With MyMedRec, all of your important health information is saved in one easily accessible place.
MyMedRec is available on the AppStore, Google Play and BlackBerry World.
Make the most of your healthcare team
Through thick and thin, your healthcare team is here to help you. Here are a few tips to get the most out of your team:
Knowing this information will help you and your healthcare team make the best decisions for your health and wellness.
For more tips, visit the Institute for Safe Medication Practices.
Stay healthy!
Eating well, living a healthy lifestyle, learning how to cope with stress and promoting mental health are great places to start. The following organizations are also good sources of information for healthy living: