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Should I Take Medication to Treat My Health Problem?

Always ask your doctor about any medication he or she prescribes for you. Ask what would happen if you chose not to take a medication and whether there are alternatives to taking medication. For more information, see the topic Smart Decisions: Know Your Options.

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Author:	Katy E. Magee, MA Sydney Youngerman-Cole, RN, BSN, RNC	Last Updated: May 19, 2006
Medical Review:	Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
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