Module
Medication side effects + red flags (when to call vs emergency)
A safety guide for common stroke-prevention medication side effects and what to do next: when to call the clinic/pharmacy vs when to seek emergency help (no dosing advice)
Secondary PreventionCaregiver, SurvivorIntro12 minPlain (6–8)
Educational only
Educational only — medication decisions require clinician guidance; do not change doses on your own.
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Call emergency services for severe bleeding, trouble breathing, severe allergic reaction, fainting, new stroke symptoms, or major head injury after a fall.
What you'll learn
- List common side-effect categories to watch for (bleeding, dizziness, allergy)
- Use a simple decision rule: call clinic vs emergency
- Prepare a concise symptom report script
Safety first
- Do not stop meds without guidance
- Bring symptoms early
- Use emergency plan for severe symptoms
Common side-effect buckets
- Bleeding/bruising
- Dizziness/falls risk
- Stomach upset
- Muscle aches
- Allergic reactions
What to do
- Same-day call scripts
- Medication list updates
- Pharmacy questions
Practice check
Check your understanding
A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.
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