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Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Aleve-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Aleve as follows: Aleve must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history heart failure. Reduced renal function, secondary to Aleve intake, can contribute towards compromise in filtration of blood, leading to reduced formation of urine and fluid back up in the body. Fluid accumulation in the body can result in edema and weight gain. This backed up fluid can increase the fluid volume [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Aleve-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Aleve as follows: Aleve is significantly excreted in the urine. Individuals with compromised renal functions tend to retain the drug in the circulation longer, thus resulting in toxicity. Aleve should be avoided or used with extreme caution in such individuals. Any symptoms of renal injury and altered kidney function, such as, altered levels of consciousness and reduced urine formation, should be closely watched for and [...]

Contraindications for Using Aleve-2

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Aleve as follows: Aleve must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of exacerbation of SOB with episodes of asthma and growth of nasal polyps with other NSAIDs. Aleve has the potential to compromise coronary circulation and result in chest pain and myocardial infarction. So, Aleve must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of myocardial infarction. Aleve must also be avoided during immediate [...]

Contraindications for Using Aleve-1

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Aleve as follows: Patients with history of dyspepsia and heartburn must be cautious about using Aleve. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Aleve must be used cautiously in individuals with history of gastric ulcers, as intake of this medication can lead to increased exposure of the stomach lining to the action of gastric acid, leading to erosion of gastric mucosa and development of gastric [...]

Side Effects of Aleve Use-3

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Aleve as follows: Edema and weight gain Reduced renal function, secondary to Aleve intake, can contribute towards compromise in filtration of blood, leading to reduced formation of urine and fluid back up in the body. Increased fluid volume in the circulation can result in further elevation of blood pressure. Fluid accumulation in the body outside the circulation can result in edema and weight gain. Hepatic damage [...]