Things that Get in the Way Research shows that up to 75% of kids and parents have things that get in the way of taking medication. Here are some reasons families miss medicine. I just forgot I don’t like the taste There were too many things going on I didn’t think I needed it I didn’t like the side effects My family and I were too busy There were too many medications to remember What are some of the things that get in the way of taking your medication? Module 1