Patient was educated on how to take Prandin as follows: Prandin is quick and short to act. So, it is taken right before eating or along with the meal. Since it is quick to act, Prandin is helpful in individuals with irregular eating times. This medication is to be taken no earlier than 30 minutes before the meal. Noncompliance with this instruction can result in serious hypoglycemic episodes. Do not skip your meals. Since this [...]
Patient was educated on Prandin and its mechanism of action as follows: Prandin is an oral antidiabetic drug, used especially in patients with type-2 diabetes. This drug acts by stimulating release of more insulin for the Beta-cells of islets of pancreas. So, Prandin is mostly used in individuals with reduced insulin secretion and in individuals who are resistant to the amount of insulin they are currently producing. Insulin secretion will lead to lowering of blood [...]
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 [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised for using Pacerone as follows: Be aware of signs and symptoms of bradycardia and hypotension, to avoid any episodes of altered levels of consciousness and accidental falls. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and operating heavy machinery, until they are used to the side effects caused by Pacerone. Pacerone has the potential to cause new arrhythmias or worsen the current arrhythmias, which is referred [...]
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