How long should you wait before deciding a medicine isn’t working?
A pharmacist explains that patience is key when starting a new medication, as giving up too soon is a common mistake.
When starting a new medicine, it can be tempting to stop taking it if you don't see immediate results. However, the appropriate time to assess whether a medication is working varies depending on the specific drug. One of the most frequent errors people make is abandoning their medication too quickly, before it has had sufficient time to take effect.
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I'm a pharmacist β here's how long you should give a new medicine before deciding it's not working
The answer depends on the medicine, but one of the biggest mistakes I see is people giving up too soon.