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Mixed Arterial and Venous Vasodilators

Patient was educated on mixed arterial and venous vasodilators as follows: Dilation of arteries results in decreased resistance for the heart, pumping blood into the arterial system. So, more amount of blood can be pumped by the heart with reduced effort. Reduced resistance in the arteries will lead to reduced blood pressure. Dilation of veins results in increased capacitance, where by, the veins can accommodate more blood volume. This reduces the blood return to the [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Using Meglitinides-3

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using meglitinides as follows: If the blood sugar is too low, despite eating regularly and without skipping a meal, you can defer taking the medication for that dose and notify your doctor regarding the same. Keeping a track of frequency of episodes of low blood sugars, despite eating regularly, can help your physician revise your dose on the medication. Also, notify your doctor, if the blood [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Using Meglitinides-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using meglitinides as follows: Maintain compliance with any exercise schedule 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 feedback. Maintain an ideal weight for your height. Maintain strict compliance with intake of the medication as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Using Meglitinides-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using meglitinides as follows: Meglitinides are quick and short to act. So, they are taken right before eating or along with the meal. Since they are quick to act, they are helpful in individuals with irregular eating times. This medication is to be taken no earlier than 30 minutes before the meal. Do not skip your meals. Meglitinides carry the risk of inducing seizures in some [...]

Contraindications for Using Meglitinides

Patient was educated on contraindications for using meglitinides as follows: Meglitinides are mainly metabolized in the liver. If liver function is deficient, the metabolism of these medications can suffer. This can lead to increased blood levels of the medication for longer periods of time, resulting in toxicity and severe side effect s. So, these medications should be used with caution in individuals with hepatic dysfunction. Meglitinides are mainly excreted in the bile and kidneys. Individuals [...]