mEDICAL id faq
Please refer to the FAQ below to answers to some common questions people have about Medical IDs:
Please refer to the FAQ below to answers to some common questions people have about Medical IDs:
Engraving your name on your medical ID is personal preference. However, at least a first name is recommended. A first name is especially important in an emergency, as emergency personnel will say a person's name in an effort to get their attention if they are in a daze, a diabetic coma or unconscious for example.
We recommend that all Alzheimer's patients engrave their name and address or contact information of a friend or family member.
If you need help deciding what to engrave, ask your physician or pharmacist, or you may call our Customer Service, 1.855.909.0007.
Yes. Allergic reactions to drugs, foods and insects can cause serious medical problems. A medical ID informs medical personnel of an allergy, allowing for rapid response to end the reaction.
Allergens are numerous, some common examples:
As a rule and if space permits, it’s wise to list prescription medicines that are being taken on a long-term or “maintenance” basis. This will give medical personnel better guidance on how to initiate treatment and will lessen the chance of a drug interaction.
Some classes of medicines that would be appropriate for an ID are:
Below are examples of medical conditions that could warrant wearing a medical ID.
Physicians and healthcare organizations throughout the world recommend medical IDs:
You should always wear your medical ID. Taking off your medical ID takes away its opportunity to help you in an emergency.
Based on recently surveyed emergency medical professionals ranging from first responders to paramedics. Among the results: