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@crescencio , I do something similar except instead of daily tracking spread sheet, I keep a spreadsheet list of all my medications prescribed and over counter. I take the list with me to appointments so when nurse review's meds on my medical records I can refer to list. It is impossible to remember everything. Anytime I get a refill or new prescription I update spreadsheet that way it is easy to see if need new refill or renewal.

This is also handy when go to other providers not in network. My dentist, chiropractic, eye doctor, etc.. all ask for list of current meds.

It is XCEL spreadsheet with following column headings:
Drug, Provider, Dosage, Amount, Reason, Interactions / Instructions, Refills Remaining, Last Refill

Using this method, I have never ran out of any of my medications.

I have separate list that shows what pills to take in morn, afternoon and evening.. I have three weekly pill containers that contain slots for each day of week. Once a week I fill my three weekly pill containers. I put morning pills in one, mid day in another, and third has the evening pills.

Everyone has to find a system that works for them.

Laurie

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@roch I don't try to rely on my memory, that's for sure! There are so many things rattling around upstairs, it's easy to overlook something.

In addition to keeping a medication/condition list in my purse at all times, I am a subscriber to Medical Alert, and they keep an electronic file of different things I have completed in their database.

One thing I would like to add. If you have a partner/spouse who is on medications, keep a list of their medications where you can access it easily. It can be very helpful in an emergency. BTDT
Ginger