Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised for using Pacerone as follows:
- Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered for thyroid functions, as patients taking Pacerone are at significant risk for hypo or hyperthyroidism.
- Observe compliance with any lab work ordered for potassium and magnesium levels, as these ions must be maintained in a close range for optimal functioning of the heart.
- Careful follow-up regarding potassium levels in the blood is mandatory, as both hypo and hyperkalemia can cause serious life threatening arrhythmias.
- Take a blood pressure and heart rate reading always before you take the pill. Maintain a log of every day blood pressure and heart rate readings. Notify your doctor, if they are being extremely low.
