Before giving your child any drug, you should be given answers to the following questions:

• What is the dosage? How many times a day should it be given?
• Should the drug be given at a particular time of day or under specific conditions (e.g., on an empty stomach or before bed)?
• What are the common and rare side effects?
• What should I do if my child experiences any of the side effects?
• Will the drug interact with any over-the-counter drugs (e.g., Tylenol®), foods (e.g., grapefruit), or supplements (e.g., folate)?
• What are both the brand and generic names of the drug?
• Is it okay to use the generic version?
• What should I do if I forget to give my child a dose?
• Will you counsel my teen about the risks associated with drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes or marijuana, or getting pregnant while using this drug?