I am a nutritionist but occasionally do research for a free, online software program (My Med Schedule). They are working on a few articles like these, to help patients stay on a healthy path. Of course, this is extremely important for transplant patients. I am always concerned by the amount of out of date information that is being provided to patients.

This article is interesting. It may be important to point out though, that licorice, unless being supplemented, is not typically used in “licorice” flavored foods. In fact, fennel or anise bulb is (or artificial flavoring)– which does not have the same effects as the real thing.

Regardless, this is interesting information that they should link to on their site. The program creates cool medication schedule regimens, for people, like O.T. patients, that are typically on a lot of medications.

I am proud of the site (MyMedSchedule.com) because it is free, and so helpful!

Currently, it is being used by a number of Visiting Nurses, (in addition to hospitals, doctors, etc). Patients can sign up, log in (HIPPA compliant), click the medication they are using.. and then print out their very own regimen, and tape it to the fridge… put it in their pocket… even receive text reminders!!

Check it out, I do not think you will be disappointed.

The information provided here is awesome.

Thanks,

Lauren