Medication Usage Information
Definition
Instructions provided to the person on how to take the medication (e.g., with meals), or warnings regarding the medication (e.g., may cause drowsiness)
Data element maturity
3: Ready for use
Data Element Guidance
n/a
Recommended Terminologies
Terminology foundation
SNOMED CT CA includes subtypes of 419492006 | Additional dosage instructions (qualifier value) |
SNOMED CT CA includes subtypes of 419492006 | Additional dosage instructions (qualifier value) |
Value set examples
- With or after food
- May cause drowsiness
- Half to one hour before food
Value set maturity
1: Draft
Value set guidance
n/a
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How to cite:
Canadian Institute for Health Information. Medication Usage Information. Accessed November 02, 2026.
