MRP-MED-R

$49.00

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A great alternative to medical bracelets. Forgetting to put on your bracelets or watch in the morning? A medical ID necklace may be the right fit for you! No need to remove it you can simply wear it all the time. This rectangle shaped medical ID charm is a made from 316L stainless steel with a red enameled medical symbol on the front, which serves to alert first responders to your medical information engraved on the back. This 18 inch adjustable necklace is 100% 316L surgical stainless steel, which is hypoallergenic, so it can be worn by anybody!

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Weight	0.5 kg
Tag Colour	Red
Gender	Men
Material	Stainless Steel (316L), Leather

Is it necessary to put my name on my medical ID?

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.

I’m not sure how my medical ID should be engraved, what do I do?

List only those medical conditions that would be important in an emergency. For example, a minor surgery that took place several years ago may no longer be relevant to your current medical care.
Space is limited, so summarize your information with short, descriptive words. Any information that cannot go on your medical ID bracelet or necklace can be written on a wallet or purse ID card.
List only medicines you wish to be engraved. Generally, this would be prescription medicine, taken on a long-term daily basis. You may wish to list the most important medicines first.

If you need help deciding what to engrave, ask your physician or pharmacist, or you may call our Customer Service, 1.866.791.1384.

What other information can be placed on my medical ID?

Anything can be engraved on an ID, within space limits. Some examples of what might be wise to engrave:

Advance Directives (DNR, etc.)
Blood Type
Contact Lenses
Difficult Intubation
Emergency Contacts (Next of Kin, Physician, etc.)
Faith
Implants
Living Will
Organ Donor
Pacemaker
Stent
See Wallet Card

Should I list allergies on my medical ID?

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:

Anticonvulsants: Tegretol, Dilantin
Aspirin: Anacin, Excedrin, Ibuprofen, Naproxyn
Barbiturates: Phenobarbital
Antibiotics: Penicillin, Sulfa, Cephalosporins, Mycins
Narcotics: Codeine, Morphine, Demerol
Others: Dairy Products, Horse Serum, Insect Stings, Latex, Lidocaine, Novocaine, Nuts, X-Ray Dye

Should medicines be listed on my medical ID?

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:

Analgesics: Includes many narcotics, such as morphine and codeine
Antianginals: Medicines that alleviate episodes of angina
Antiarrhythmics: Heart drugs that can correct or prevent irregular heart beats
Anticoagulants: Blood thinners, such as Coumadin (warfarin)
Anticonvulsants: Meds for seizure disorder and epilepsy
Antihistamines, Decongestants: Prescription or over-the-counter meds for allergic rhinitis
Antihypertensives: Blood pressure medicine
Beta Blockers: Drugs that can slow the heart rate: Inderal, Tenormin, etc.
Chemotherapy Agents: Drugs for treating cancer or serious infectious diseases
Steroids: Cortisone, Decadron, etc.

What medical conditions should be on a medical ID?

Below are examples of medical conditions that could warrant wearing a medical ID.

Abnormal EKG
Adrenal Insufficiency
Alcoholism
Alzheimer’s
Angina
Asthma
Bleeding Disorder
Cardiac Arrhythmia
Cataracts
Clotting Disorder
Dementia
Diabetes (Insulin Dependent)
Diabetes (Non-Insulin Dependent)
Emphysema
Glaucoma
Hearing Impaired
Heart Valve Prosthesis
Hemolytic Anemia
Hypertension
Laryngectomy
Leukemia
Lupus
Lymphomas
Malignant Hyperthermia
Mental Retardation
Myasthenia Gravis
Pacemaker
Renal Failure
Sickle Cell Anemia
Seizure Disorder
Situs Inversus
Stroke
Vision Impaired

What are the benefits of wearing a medical ID?

In an emergency, when you might be unable to speak for yourself, a medical ID bracelet or necklace speaks for you.

Symptoms of common ailments can easily be misdiagnosed.
Prompt diagnosis is critical to effective treatment.
A brief description of vital medical facts engraved on your medical ID ensures appropriate and timely medical care.
According to a published study, half of all medical errors occur because of mistakes made upon admission or discharge from the hospital.
Wearing a medical ID protects against potentially harmful medical errors.
More than 95 percent of emergency responders look for a medical ID; more than 75 percent check for a medical ID immediately upon assessing the patient. If you’re wearing a medical ID, it won’t be missed.

Medical IDs are not just for emergencies, they eliminate trips to the hospital, reduce unnecessary hospital admissions and prevent minor emergencies from becoming major ones. Medical IDs save lives!

Who recommends a medical ID?

Physicians and healthcare organizations throughout the world recommend medical IDs:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Institutes of Health
American/Canadian Diabetes Association
Columbia University Medical Center
The National Association of EMS Educators
Epilepsy Foundation
The Merck Manual
Alzheimer’s Association
World Health Organization
Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation

When should I wear my medical ID?

You should always wear your medical ID. Taking off your medical ID takes away its opportunity to help you in an emergency.

Do emergency responders even look for a medical ID?

Based on recently surveyed emergency medical professionals ranging from first responders to paramedics. Among the results:

More than 95 percent of respondents look for a medical ID during emergencies.
More than 75 percent look for a medical ID immediately upon assessing a patient.
95 percent look at the patient’s wrist to find a medical ID, and 68 percent look for an ID on the patient’s neck.

Who should wear a medical ID?

People with certain medical conditions wear medical IDs to alert emergency medical professionals in an emergency. The following are good reasons to wear a medical ID:

Food, Drug or Insect allergies
Cardiac problems (angina,arrhythmias,atrial fibrillation,pacemakers)
Pulmonary Conditions(Asthma/COPD)
Kidney Failure
Diabetes, blood disorders
Alzheimer’s/Memory Impairment
Blood thinners/ Anticoagulants (Coumadin/Warfarin)
Emphysema/Breathing disorders
Rare diseases
Epilepsy/Seizure disorder
Hearing, sight or mentally impaired
Surgery, transplant and cancer patients
Clinical trial participants
Special needs children
Hypertension
Stroke risk
Sickle Cell Anemia
People taking multiple medicines
Anemia
Tourette Syndrome

What is a medical ID?

A medical ID is jewelry that could save your life. Medical conditions, drug and food allergies, prescribed medicines and emergency contacts can be engraved onto the surface of a medical ID bracelet or necklace.