Lost medications

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Quick summary

List your medicines. Get emergency refill. Do not skip critical doses.

Do This Now

Step 1: List all medications you take daily — name and dose if known
Step 2: Go to pharmacy, clinic, or relief camp for emergency refill
Step 3: Call your doctor or 108 health helpline if pharmacy needs authorization
Step 4: Do NOT skip critical medications (heart, diabetes, seizure, transplant)
Step 5: Do NOT take damaged or wet pills — discard them safely

Do Not

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT take someone else's medication even if same name — dose may differ.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT use flood-soaked pill bottles.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT stop blood thinners or anti-seizure drugs without medical advice.

How to Call for Help

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call doctor, 108, or relief camp medical desk. Say: "Lost medications in flood. Need [drug names]."
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Insurance helpline may authorize emergency override refill.

When Professional Care Is Needed

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Critical medication gaps need same-day replacement — treat as medical urgency.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Document losses for insurance and aid programs at relief centers.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Seek medical professional or pharmacist help for replacement. Relief camps often have emergency supply systems.

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