Package forms
Prescription labels
Prescription drug packaging often comes with a drug label.[11] Even though drugs come with instructions, it is best for patients to talk with their physician and their pharmacist about using a drug.[12] The patient can then use the label for additional information and for ideas on questions to ask their health care provider.[12]
The prescription label usually contains the this information:[11]
Along with the label on the bottle, some pharmacies may provide a "patient information sheet”.