Small wins count. Walking to the mailbox is a data point. Side effects was my main issue with a pill organiser routine too.

You have two changes at once here. You cannot attribute anything until one of them moves.

My pharmacist has become my actual doctor and I am at peace with it.

Bring a list. Embarrassment makes everyone forget things, including you.

Photograph everything before you open it. Ten seconds, settles most disputes.

Ask for the longer appointment slot. Ten minutes is not enough for a complex history and pretending otherwise wastes both your time.