Questions to Ask Your Care Team

Bring this list to your next check-in, or send it as a message — there's no such thing as a silly question.

Getting Started

• What side effects are most common for the dose I'm starting on?
• How will we decide when to increase my dose?
• What should I do if I miss a dose?
• Are there foods, medications, or supplements I should avoid?

Side Effects & Comfort

• What's considered “normal” versus something I should call about right away?
• What can I do to manage nausea, constipation, or fatigue?
• Is there anything I can take alongside this medication to help with side effects?

Nutrition & Lifestyle

• How much protein should I be aiming for each day?
• How do I make sure I'm eating enough, even with a smaller appetite?
• What kind of exercise is safe and helpful while I'm on this medication?

Long-Term Planning

• What does progress typically look like over the next few months?
• When might we talk about a maintenance dose?
• What happens if I need to pause or stop the medication?

Tip: Keep this list somewhere handy (notes app, refrigerator) and add your own questions as they come up between check-ins.

team, and message us with any questions.

This information is for general education only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always follow the guidance of your Contour Health care team, and message us with any questions.