Medication Management

The treatment of mental health conditions often requires psychiatric medications. JC Health Group offers medication management services for adults and children to ensure you take the most effective medications at the correct dosage. Jessy Nwuba, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, meets with you in the office or through the online telehealth platform for medication management evaluations. Dr. Nwuba reviews your medications to lower your risk for drug interactions and other complications. Call the Colonial Heights, Virginia, office today to schedule a medication management appointment or book a consultation online.

What is medication management?

Medication management is a preventive health care service that reduces your risk for complications from taking psychiatric medications. 

Medication management can also prevent potentially life-threatening conflicts that occur when using multiple medications to treat acute or chronic medical issues.

JC Health Group offers medication management services for adults and children who take one or more medications to treat a mental or physical health condition.

Dr. Nwuba offers medical supervision of prescription medications during in-office visits and virtual telehealth appointments. 

What are the benefits of medication management?

Medication management offers many benefits for individuals relying on daily medications to manage underlying medical issues.

The goal of medication management is to ensure you know how to use medications correctly so you can avoid complications that occur with underdosing, overdosing, and missed doses. Misusing certain medicines can also lead to chronic problems like addiction and substance use disorder. 

Through medication management, Dr. Nwuba can identify potential conflicts medications cause when taken together. For instance, if you’re taking a mood stabilizer, you may not be able to take antidepressants or other sedative drugs at the same time.

Dr. Nwuba also ensures the medications you’re taking work well for your medical condition and keep your symptoms under control. 

What can I expect during my initial medication management appointment?

During your initial medication management appointment at JC Health Group, you can expect Dr. Nwuba to discuss your medical history. She can meet with you in person or virtually through the telehealth platform.

Dr. Nwuba also reviews your medications, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs and dietary supplements. Bring a list of every medicine and supplement you take, along with the dosage.

If she notices any conflicts or you have concerns, Dr. Nwuba can make adjustments as needed. She continues to monitor your progress with medications during follow-up visits online or in person. 

When you need medication refills as part of your treatment plan for anxiety, bipolar disorder, or other mental health conditions, Dr. Nwuba can provide a prescription to your pharmacy. 

Call JC Health Group today to schedule a medication management appointment or book a consultation online.