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Therapeutic Uses of Trilipix

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of Trilipix as follows: Trilipix is an anti-cholesterol medication used in individuals with complaint of hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyceridemia, to help reduce the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. Lipoprotein lipase is an enzyme that usually helps with breakdown and storage of bad cholesterol and triglycerides in muscle and adipose tissue. Trilipix works by increasing the activity of the enzyme lipoprotein lipase. This results in increased breakdown and [...]

Trilipix and Mechanism of Action

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon Trilipix and mechanism of action of Trilipix as follows Trilipix is an anti-cholesterol medication used in individuals with complaint of hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyceridemia, to help reduce the lipid levels in the blood. Trilipix works by increasing the breakdown of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. Due to increased breakdown of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, secondary to Trilipix use, blood lipid levels slowly decrease. Trilipix can be prescribed along with [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Tradjenta-3

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tradjenta as follows: Keeping a track of frequency of episodes of low blood sugars, despite eating regularly, can help your physician revise your dose on Tradjenta. Also, notify your doctor, if the blood sugar continues to be high, despite taking Tradjenta as recommended, so that, your medication dose could be revised. Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered, such as, renal function studies and [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Tradjenta-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tradjenta as follows: Take weight reading at least twice a week and maintain a log of every reading for comparative feedback. Maintain an ideal weight for your height. Maintain strict compliance with intake of Tradjenta as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit of the medication. Do not change the dose on Tradjenta without consulting your doctor. Maintain a log of [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Tradjenta-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tradjenta as follows: Take Tradjenta at the same time every day, to avoid forgetting the medication. Maintain good regular eating habits. Do not skip your meals. Be aware of signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia, such as, dizziness, lightheadedness, sweating, and hunger, to avoid any episodes of altered levels of consciousness and accidental falls. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and operating heavy [...]