Brain Tumor Treatment: Medication Schedule and Management Guide

Daily Medication Record

Primary Medications

Steroids (e.g., Dexamethasone)

• Morning: ___ mg at ___ AM
• Afternoon: ___ mg at ___ PM
• Evening: ___ mg at ___ PM
• Take with food to prevent stomach irritation

Anti-Seizure Medications (if prescribed)

• Medication Name: ________________
• Dosage: _____ mg
• Frequency: Every ____ hours

Supportive Medications

Anti-Nausea Medications

• Name: ________________
• Dosage: Take as needed, maximum ____ times per day

Pain Management

• Medication: ________________
• Dosage: _____ mg every ____ hours as needed

Important Reminders

🔔 Daily Monitoring

• Record any side effects
• Monitor headaches (frequency and intensity)
• Track changes in vision or balance
• Note energy levels

⚠️ Contact Your Healthcare Team If:

• Severe headache develops
• New or worsening symptoms appear
• Fever above 100.4°F (38°C)
• Difficulty taking medications

📋 Next Appointments

• Oncologist: Date: _______ Time: _______
• Lab Work: Date: _______ Time: _______
• MRI/Imaging: Date: _______ Time: _______

Notes

Keep this schedule updated and bring it to all medical appointments