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Omeprazole and Mechanism of Action

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon mechanism of action of omeprazole as follows: Omeprazole is a medication belonging to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitors, which help to reduce acid secreted in the stomach. Proton pump is a mechanism in the parietal cells of stomach, which helps to secrete acid into the stomach. This acid secreted helps with activation of some enzymes in the stomach, which aids in digestion of food. Also, the highly acidic [...]

Precautions to be Observed While Taking Atorvastatin-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking atorvastatin as follows: Atorvastatin can lead to poor blood sugar control in diabetics and so, can precipitate episodes of elevated blood sugar. Diabetics should closely watch their blood sugar readings and observe compliance with the dietary limitations prescribed. Any consistent exacerbation of blood sugar readings must be reported to the physician, for any changes in plan of care to be considered. A lot of [...]

Precautions to be Observed While Taking Atorvastatin-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking atorvastatin as follows: Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grape fruit juice with atorvastatin. Grapefruit can inhibit metabolism of atorvastatin by the liver. Slowing down of the drug metabolism can result in increased blood levels of the medication, thus contributing to risk for toxic side-effects of the medication, such as, hepatic damage and muscle breakdown. Certain other cholesterol lowering medications, such as, cholestyramine and colestipol, [...]

Precautions to be Observed While Taking Atorvastatin-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking atorvastatin as follows: Observe compliance with regular labs ordered for hepatic function. Atorvastatin carries a risk of liver damage and compromised liver function and so, should be very cautiously used and liver function closely monitored. Also, if liver function is deficient, metabolism and excretion of atorvastatin could be slowed down. Slowing down of the drug metabolism and excretion can result in increased risk for [...]

Precautions to be Observed While Taking Atorvastatin-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking atorvastatin as follows: Watch closely for development of any allergic reactions to atorvastatin, such as, skin rashes, hives, and rashes. Some patients can present with symptoms of angioneurotic edema, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be considered. Discuss with [...]