Helpful tips

• Use a treatment diary
• Organize your medications in a pill box with a timer
• Write down all important information about each medication (for example, when to take, what dose, with or without food, etc.)
• Make taking your medications a part of your daily routine (for example, take them after you shower)
• Use an alarm that will remind you to take your medications at the same time each day
• Ask your doctor if there is a simpler regimen you can follow

Difficulty refilling medication

• Use pharmacy services such as automatic refills and medication delivery
• Mark the date on your calendar for when you need to pick up your prescription refills

• Talk to your transplant team about insurance assistance and medication financial support programs

Side effects

• If you are experiencing bothersome side effects, talk to your doctor about ways to manage them—don’t stop your treatment
• Keep contact numbers of your transplant team with you—keep a wallet card with their numbers or program the numbers into your cell phone
• Work with your transplant team to develop a nutrition and exercise program that can help you feel healthier and stronger
• Ask your doctor if a different regimen could reduce your side effects

Getting to your appointments

• Keep your appointment card in your wallet as a reminder
• Write your appointments on your calendar so you see them often
• If your cell phone has a reminder feature, set a reminder for your appointment day and time
• If you cannot drive, talk to friends or family when appointments are made to see if someone can provide a ride
• Check public transportation schedules for convenient times to make appointments