Good Morning Ma’am/Sir How are you today? Feeling good? Okay Make yourself comfortable. Before we get started, let me introduce myself. My name is Jomar G. Valdez, your pharmacist. I’ve seen your medication profile and I’m so glad that you are complying. How are your medications? Okay, it’s nice to hear some physical improvements. To give you further motivation and hope, let me discuss to you the power of antiretroviral therapy in the suppression of HIV/AIDS. I have here a stair, as you can see; you need to go through the therapy. It shall help you in many aspects to attain success. Although HIV is lifetime but it can help you to survive and live a normal life. How does it help? It can restore productivity specifically employment, you can still get a job and continue your career. It restores dignity and respect from other people. It’s your transparency and hope that people will care for you most. These medications serve as post-exposure prevention as well as stoppage of complications, primarily AIDS. Cases of child orphans and maternal mortality will be reduced. Moreover, it is not just yourself that you are protecting, but also your partner and your future child. Yes you heard it right. You can still build your own family without worrying the possibilities of transmission. After these months of therapy, you will be tested again. I’m looking forward to know that the result will be undetectable. That really means to me as your pharmacist, not just caring the drug that you’re into but also as a human being. It’s a big leap for a single patient because you are giving light and inspiration to others with HIV/AIDS. Just continue what you’ve started. If symptoms persist, immediately consult your doctor for guidance and advice. Contact me if you have concerns with your medications. Have a nice day. Stay safe. Good Morning Ma’am/Sir How are you today? Feeling good? Okay. Make yourself comfortable. Before we get started, let me introduce myself. My name is Jomar G. Valdez, your pharmacist. Based on your medication profile, it’s your third refill of antidepressants. You are currently taking Paroxetine, how it is going? How are you these past days? Well, it’s nice to see that you’re cheerful and happy. By the way, to enlighten you more about the medications that you are taking, lend me a couple of minutes to briefly discuss the drugs that you’re into. Antidepressants can help relieve and suppress mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety. In your case, these treat your post-traumatic stress disorder. How they work? These increases level of chemicals in the brain that are linked to mood and emotions. Take note, they are not intended to cure, but they reduce symptoms. Are these really effective? Yes, it is scientifically proven. It is you now that show’s proof of improvement. You are now happy, smiling and sharing stories with me. Just adhere the medication therapy as prescribed by your doctor. I hope these give you a kernel of knowledge for today. Again, let me remind you the dosage of paroxetine, it must be taken just once a day preferably in the morning. If symptoms persist, do not hesitate to contact your doctor. I’m encouraging you to interact and reach out with family and friends. Go to your church, meditate and pray, it will ease your stress and burdens. Also, just be hopeful in the therapy. It’s my pleasure as a pharmacist to help you. I’m here also as a family and friend. Please call me if you have medication concerns and don’t be ashamed to open up with your problems or frustrations. I hope this gives you more inspiration. Have a nice day and Stay safe.
