Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to anticholinergics:

1. Why are you recommending that I take an anticholinergic?
   
   
2. How and when should I take this drug?
   
   
3. What should I do if I miss a dose?
   
   
4. How long will I have to take the drug?
   
   
5. What side effects may I develop as the result of taking anticholinergics? What side effects warrant a call to you?
   
   
6. What risks do I face by taking anticholinergics?
   
   
7. How will this drug affect my other current medical conditions other than asthma/allergies?
   
   
8. Are there any medications, nutritional supplements or herbal medications I should avoid while taking anticholinergics?
   
   
9. How will I know if the drug is working?
   
   
10. What will be the next step if the drug fails to relieve my symptoms?