Is winging it affecting your health? Turns out, consistency is kind of a big deal. View in browser Takeaways 01 Should we sweat consistency? It's clear many medications can have serious consequences if not taken correctly – missed or doubled doses have even led to hospital visits. While the importance of consistency is obvious for some, for others, it might not seem like a big deal. But should we sweat consistency? Maybe not sweat (because... ew!), but definitely pay attention. Without sticking to our medication routines, it's hard for both us and our health teams to understand what's going on. Are our symptoms worsening because the meds aren't effective, or because we're not taking them properly? Should we switch meds, adjust the dose, or stop altogether? Without proper tracking, these questions are tough to answer. Consistency isn't just about staying out of the ER. It's crucial for managing chronic conditions and preventing health declines. Plus, inconsistent medication use can lead to more doctor visits, higher healthcare costs, and treatments becoming less effective over time (woohoo!). It can also strain relationships with healthcare providers and loved ones, and take a toll on our mental health, causing feelings of guilt and anxiety. Not to mention the risks of medication mix-ups and the impact on our daily lives. So, while it might not seem like a big deal, staying consistent with our meds is actually a pretty big deal. Tooktake + Mud Bay! Tooktake pet med & supplement reminder stickers are now available in Mud Bay retail stores and online! I am excited to partner with such a great company to help pet owners take care of their furry family members. Shop tooktake at Mud Bay → Great for more than medication!"I don’t take medicines, but I have a variety of skincare products that have a semi-irregular schedule, and I can never keep them straight… till now. Thank you tooktake!" -Thais Z. Creative Re-use We all have a few empty pill bottles lying around. If recycling isn't an option, consider using them in a new way. Here are a few suggestions: Travel-sized containers: Pill bottles are perfect for storing small amounts of toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner, lotion, or even sunscreen for traveling. They're compact, lightweight, and typically have secure lids, making them ideal for carrying in your bag without worrying about spills.Organizers for small items: Use empty pill bottles to organize and store small items like buttons, beads, screws, nails, or safety pins. You can label the bottles or use different colored caps to easily identify what's inside. These organized containers can help declutter your workspace or craft area.Emergency kits: Create mini emergency kits by filling pill bottles with essentials like band-aids, antiseptic wipes, pain relievers, and allergy medication. Keep these kits in your car, purse, or backpack for unexpected situations. The small size of pill bottles makes them convenient for carrying emergency supplies wherever you go. Why is tooktake better than a pillbox? + Well, if you are used to using your pillbox and love it, then it may not be a better solution for you. But for me there were several benefits over a traditional pillbox: If you take a lot different pills at different times you need to be able to tell them apart and remember what each one is and when to take it. Without opening anything, you and/or a caregiver can easily see if you have taken your medication or still need to take it. Your medication stays in it’s original packaging so you always have the instructions and warnings with the medication (which is important when traveling). Since everything is in the original package, if there is an emergency, you can just grab the package and know if and when the medication was last taken. Can kids use tooktake? + YES! If you have decided that your child is ready to be responsible for taking their medication/supplements without supervision, tooktake is a great way to start. Many kids have prescriptions that they need to take every day. With tooktake they can learn to be responsible for taking it themselves, but parents and caregivers can easily check to see if it was taken. Will the stickers come off in my bag? + No, it shouldn’t come off. We worked pretty hard to find the best design for the tabs so that they can come off easily when you want to take a tab off, but not so easy that they come off or can catch on things if you put them in a bag or purse. That being said, we can not guarantee that they won’t come off in some instances. So if you are concerned it is always a good idea to put your medication bottles or packages that have the took take label on them into a plastic bag so they don’t rub on other items and pull off of the bottle or container. Why is tooktake better than a pillbox? + Well, if you are used to using your pillbox and love it, then it may not be a better solution for you. But for me there were several benefits over a traditional pillbox: If you take a lot different pills at different times you need to be able to tell them apart and remember what each one is and when to take it. Without opening anything, you and/or a caregiver can easily see if you have taken your medication or still need to take it. Your medication stays in it’s original packaging so you always have the instructions and warnings with the medication (which is important when traveling). Since everything is in the original package, if there is an emergency, you can just grab the package and know if and when the medication was last taken. Can kids use tooktake? + YES! If you have decided that your child is ready to be responsible for taking their medication/supplements without supervision, tooktake is a great way to start. Many kids have prescriptions that they need to take every day. With tooktake they can learn to be responsible for taking it themselves, but parents and caregivers can easily check to see if it was taken. Will the stickers come off in my bag? + No, it shouldn’t come off. We worked pretty hard to find the best design for the tabs so that they can come off easily when you want to take a tab off, but not so easy that they come off or can catch on things if you put them in a bag or purse. That being said, we can not guarantee that they won’t come off in some instances. So if you are concerned it is always a good idea to put your medication bottles or packages that have the took take label on them into a plastic bag so they don’t rub on other items and pull off of the bottle or container. Tooktake 281 E Colorado Blvd. Unit #892, PasadenaUnited States of America You received this email because you signed up on our website or made a purchase from us. Unsubscribe