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Side Effects of Using Meglitinides

Patient was educated on the side effects of using meglitinides as follows: Hypoglycemia Normally, in a healthy individual, insulin secretion from the pancreas is proportional to the glucose levels in the blood. In diabetics, being managed on meglitinides, this fine balance is no more in place. Use of meglitinides lead to increased secretion of insulin, despite low blood sugars, putting the individual at risk for hypoglycemia. Patients can present with dizziness, lightheadedness, sweating, and hunger. [...]

How to Take Meglitinides

Patient was educated on how to take 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. Maintain compliance with your dietary recommendations, as ordered. Maintain compliance with any [...]

Meglitinides and Mechanism of Action

Patient was educated on meglitinides and their mechanism of action as follows: Meglitinides are oral antidiabetic drugs, used especially in patients with type-2 diabetes. These drugs act by stimulating release of more insulin for the Beta-cells of islets of pancreas. So, these drugs are 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 [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Using Lubricant Laxatives-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using lubricant laxatives as follows: Do not take the lubricant laxatives close to bedtime. Risk for aspiration is very high with lubricant laxatives, especially in lying down positions. Allow at least 2 to 4 hours after you take this laxative, before going to bed. Prolonged use of lubricant laxatives may result in one losing the natural urge of having a bowel movement. Try not to use [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Using Lubricant Laxatives-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using lubricant laxatives as follows: Lubricant laxatives interfere with the absorption of fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Also, they interfere with the absorption of many prescription medications. So, space the lubricant laxatives out by at least 2 hours from other medications. Individuals with swallowing difficulty can aspirate while swallowing this medication. Exercise caution while lubricant laxatives are being swallowed. Lubricant laxative is usually [...]