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Record more than the symptom name
For each episode, note its start time, duration, severity in your own words, and whether it affected meals, fluids, sleep, or work. Add the timing of your last dose if you know it.
Separate observations from conclusions
“Nausea Tuesday morning” is a record. “The dose caused nausea” is an interpretation. Keep enough context to discuss possible explanations with your clinician without assuming that two nearby events prove a cause.
Know when a log is not enough
Persistent or severe abdominal pain, repeated vomiting, or difficulty keeping fluids down needs prompt medical advice. Trouble breathing or swelling of the face or throat can be an emergency: seek emergency help. Do not wait for an app pattern or AI reply.
Make follow-up easier
Choose a few representative entries and describe what has improved, worsened, or stayed the same. Tell your care team about any other medicines or changes in your routine.
Sources & further reading
Educational information, not medical advice. If something feels urgent or wrong, contact your clinician or emergency services.