OFHELIA IRAOLA
Prescription History 1245010263
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Delano, CA
What does Ofhelia Iraola prescribe?
In 2024, Ofhelia Iraola wrote 1,779 Medicare prescriptions for 54 medications. The most prescribed was Atorvastatin Calcium, with 160 prescriptions for 69 patients.
Medicare Part D only. These are prescriptions filled by people with Medicare drug coverage in 2024, from the CMS data released in 2026, the most recent year available. CMS does not publish medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions, so this is not a full list of what Ofhelia Iraola prescribes.
Medications 54 medications
Prescriptions filled under Medicare Part D in 2024. Select a medication to see what it is used for and how it compares with other California prescribers.
What it is used for
Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 160 prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 79% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (202). Medicare paid $4.78 per fill, versus $10.47 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 127 prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 90% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (141). Medicare paid $3.62 per fill, versus $7.08 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 118 prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (121). Medicare paid $5.36 per fill, versus $10.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 94 prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (100). Medicare paid $4.27 per fill, versus $9.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 79 prescriptions for Omeprazole, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (78). Medicare paid $5.66 per fill, versus $11.26 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 77 prescriptions for Gabapentin, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (80). Medicare paid $4.95 per fill, versus $15.63 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 72 prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about 1.2 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $25.36 per fill, versus $28.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 62 prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 73% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (84). Medicare paid $6.26 per fill, versus $15.02 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 55 prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 1.4 times as often as the typical California prescriber of it (38). Medicare paid $2.41 per fill, versus $4.49 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 54 prescriptions for Lisinopril, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (98). Medicare paid $6.14 per fill, versus $8.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 44 prescriptions for Ibuprofen, about as often as the typical California prescriber of it (42). Medicare paid $6.94 per fill, versus $6.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 36 prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 29% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (125). Medicare paid $11.11 per fill, versus $13.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 35 prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 70% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $6.99 per fill, versus $15.10 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sitagliptin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 35 prescriptions for Januvia, about 85% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $723.35 per fill, versus $915.30 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 35 prescriptions for Simvastatin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (63). Medicare paid $6.29 per fill, versus $9.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 33 prescriptions for Farxiga, about 63% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (52). Medicare paid $540.14 per fill, versus $914.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 32 prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (86). Medicare paid $9.38 per fill, versus $14.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 27 prescriptions for Furosemide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (64). Medicare paid $1.36 per fill, versus $6.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 27 prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about 42% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (65). Medicare paid $5.74 per fill, versus $13.87 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 26 prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (56). Medicare paid $6.09 per fill, versus $8.98 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 26 prescriptions for Jardiance, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (58). Medicare paid $613.16 per fill, versus $933.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 25 prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (44). Medicare paid $4.27 per fill, versus $10.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 25 prescriptions for Linzess, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $514.53 per fill, versus $699.60 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 25 prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (57). Medicare paid $5.06 per fill, versus $7.82 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 24 prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $7.04 per fill, versus $10.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 22 prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 22% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (101). Medicare paid $11.82 per fill, versus $15.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 20 prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (48). Medicare paid $7.75 per fill, versus $12.42 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 19 prescriptions for Glipizide, about 39% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (49). Medicare paid $6.15 per fill, versus $10.86 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 18 prescriptions for Glimepiride, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $8.75 per fill, versus $9.24 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This combination medication is used to treat a variety of inflamed fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 17 prescriptions for Clotrimazole-Betamethasone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $14.64 per fill, versus $20.23 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 16 prescriptions for Cephalexin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $2.54 per fill, versus $7.62 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 16 prescriptions for Famotidine, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (54). Medicare paid $4.63 per fill, versus $12.66 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about 37% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $17.81 per fill, versus $14.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 16 prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 26% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (62). Medicare paid $2.55 per fill, versus $5.71 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 16 prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (39). Medicare paid $11.39 per fill, versus $13.09 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Nifedipine is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 16 prescriptions for Nifedipine Er, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (32). Medicare paid $22.06 per fill, versus $28.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 16 prescriptions for Prednisone, about 40% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (40). Medicare paid $1.05 per fill, versus $5.64 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 15 prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 25% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $4.37 per fill, versus $9.65 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy) and radiation therapy.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 15 prescriptions for Ondansetron Odt, about 60% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (25). Medicare paid $12.10 per fill, versus $13.40 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 14 prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 38% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (37). Medicare paid $5.70 per fill, versus $7.01 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 14 prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 28% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (50). Medicare paid $2.15 per fill, versus $4.39 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 14 prescriptions for Mupirocin, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (33). Medicare paid $4.98 per fill, versus $7.89 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 14 prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (24). Medicare paid $4.98 per fill, versus $17.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 13 prescriptions for Hydrocortisone, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.22 per fill, versus $20.54 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 13 prescriptions for Lantus Solostar, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (36). Medicare paid $117.91 per fill, versus $110.37 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Pioglitazone is a diabetes drug (thiazolidinedione-type, also called "glitazones") used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 13 prescriptions for Pioglitazone Hcl, about 32% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (41). Medicare paid $7.39 per fill, versus $13.99 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 13 prescriptions for Triamcinolone Acetonide, about 30% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (43). Medicare paid $7.09 per fill, versus $10.03 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 12 prescriptions for Hydroxyzine Hcl, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (28). Medicare paid $4.67 per fill, versus $13.85 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 12 prescriptions for Loperamide, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (23). Medicare paid $18.61 per fill, versus $15.35 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
See also Warning section.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 12 prescriptions for Naproxen, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (29). Medicare paid $6.29 per fill, versus $9.70 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 11 prescriptions for Basaglar Kwikpen U-100, about 36% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (30). Medicare paid $265.80 per fill, versus $331.31 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Icosapent ethyl is used along with certain other cholesterol medications ("statins" such as atorvastatin, simvastatin) to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart problems that require treatment in a hospital.
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 11 prescriptions for Icosapent Ethyl, about 18% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (61). Medicare paid $211.24 per fill, versus $209.56 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 11 prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about half as often as the typical California prescriber of it (26). Medicare paid $6.83 per fill, versus $13.21 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
What it is used for
Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder).
Compared with California prescribers
Ofhelia Iraola wrote 11 prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 41% as often as the typical California prescriber of it (27). Medicare paid $10.49 per fill, versus $15.72 statewide.
Volume reflects how many Medicare patients a practice sees as well as prescribing habits. It is not a measure of quality.
Questions about Ofhelia Iraola’s prescriptions
What does Ofhelia Iraola prescribe most?
In 2024 Medicare Part D data, Ofhelia Iraola's most prescribed medications were Atorvastatin Calcium (160), Amlodipine Besylate (127) and Losartan Potassium (118).
How does Ofhelia Iraola's prescribing compare with other California prescribers?
Of the 54 medications with a state comparison, Ofhelia Iraola prescribes 1 more often than the typical California prescriber, 9 about as often and 44 less often. Volume reflects practice size as well as prescribing habits.
Does this list show every medication Ofhelia Iraola prescribes?
No. It covers prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage in 2024, and CMS leaves out any medication with fewer than 11 prescriptions.
About this data
This page shows one provider’s slice of public Medicare files. NPI Profile does not receive prescriptions or patient records.
| Source | What it provides here | Data year |
|---|---|---|
| CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers by Provider and Drug | Each medication, prescriptions, patients, 30-day fills, days of medication and cost. State comparisons average the California prescribers of the same medication and form, where at least five wrote it. | 2024 (released 2026, the most recent available) |
| CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard | What each medication is used for. | 2024 |
- Only prescriptions filled by people with Medicare Part D drug coverage are counted. Private insurance, Medicaid and cash purchases are not.
- CMS leaves out medications with fewer than 11 prescriptions and hides patient counts under 11.
- Cost per fill is what the plan and the patient paid the pharmacy together, not what you pay at the counter.
- Medication descriptions are summaries from CMS. They are not medical advice; ask a health care professional about any medication.