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Questions and Answers About Personal Medical Information Cards
I have printed this card, now what do I do?
Fill in all the blanks on the card that apply to you. List all medications, the strength of your dosage, and how many doses you take per day. Include any vitamins, herbal supplements, or over-the-counter medicines. Write neatly so that others can read your form.
When do I use this card?
Bring this card with you whenever you visit your physician, go for tests, or when you are admitted to the hospital. Make sure that the card is up-to-date.
Where should I keep this card?
Keep this card in your wallet or purse so that it is always with you. This will help health care providers locate the form in case of an emergency.
I have been to my doctor and my medications have changed. Should I scratch them out on the card?
Yes. Whenever you change medications, scratch through the old medication and write in the new information.
I have just been discharged from the hospital and there are a number of changes. What should do?
Fill out a new card. There are often many medication changes following a hospital stay. Before you leave the hospital, someone will tell you which medicines to take and which medicines to stop taking. When you return to your physician, take your new card with you.
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