• Taking Your Ulcerative Colitis Medication
• Why Don't People Take Their Ulcerative Colitis Medication?
• Your Doctor and You

Taking your ulcerative colitis medication as prescribed is an important part of your healthcare regimen, and will help you to treat your ulcerative colitis symptoms.

Below are some tips to help you remember to take your medication. Print this list and place it somewhere so you'll see it every day.

Tips to Help You Remember Your Ulcerative Colitis Medication:

1. Put your medication close to something you use every day, such as your toothbrush, eyeglasses, or deodorant.
2. Take your medication at the same time(s) every day.
3. Set your watch, alarm clock, or cell phone to remind you.
4. Carry your medication in your purse, briefcase, or pocket.
5. Keep medication locked in your office drawer or locker.
6. Post reminder notes on your refrigerator, in your office cube, or in your daily planner.
7. Ask a family member or friend to remind you to take your ulcerative colitis medication.
8. Take your medication with you during travel and stay on your regular dosing regimen.

Note: As with all medications, follow the prescribing information printed on the label. Medications should be kept in the original container provided by your pharmacist. If you have questions about your medication, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Please keep all medications out of the reach of children.