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Contraindications for Taking Actos

Patient was educated on contraindications for taking Actos as follows: Actos is mainly metabolized in the liver. If liver function is deficient, the metabolism of this medication can suffer. This can lead to increased blood levels of the medication for longer periods of time, resulting in toxicity and severe side effects. So, Actos should be used with caution in individuals with hepatic dysfunction. Actos is also known to cause deterioration in liver function and consequently, [...]

Side Effects of Actos Use-2

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Actos as follows: Hypoglycemia Actos by decreasing the insulin resistance, can result in excessive uptake of glucose and lead to reduced blood sugars. But, hypoglycemia with Actos is not a common complaint, unless it is used in combination with other medications, which have a significant risk for side effect of hypoglycemia, such as, Glimepiride and Glyburide. Macular edema Actos can result in macular edema and consequently, [...]

Side Effects of Actos Use-1

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Actos as follows: Fluid retention Actos can result in significant fluid retention and can cause complications in individuals with congestive heart failure. Patients can present with edema, weight gain, trouble breathing, shortness of breath, and fatigue. Osteoporosis Actos can also result in weakening of the skeletal framework, resulting in osteoporosis and pathological fractures. Muscle pain Actos can significantly increase risk of muscle and skeletal pains and [...]

How to Take Actos

Patient was educated on how to take Actos as follows: Take Actos at the same time every day, to avoid forgetting the medication. Maintain good regular eating habits. Do not skip your meals. Maintain compliance with your dietary recommendations, as ordered. Maintain compliance with any exercise scheduled prescribed by your doctor. Try not to overdo on your exercise. Take weight reading at least twice a week and maintain a log of every reading for comparative [...]

Nurse Teaching on Actos and Mechanism of Action

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