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Precautions to be Exercised While Using Biguanides-1

Patient was educated regarding precautions to be exercised for using biguanides as follows Take the medication at the same time every day, to avoid forgetting the medication. Maintain good regular eating habits. Do not skip your meals. Be aware of signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia, such as, dizziness, lightheadedness, sweating, and hunger, to avoid any episodes of altered levels of consciousness and accidental falls. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and operating [...]

Contraindications for Using Biguanides

Patient was educated on contraindications for using biguanides as follows: Biguanides are usually not metabolized in the body and for the significant part are excreted unchanged by the kidneys. Individuals with renal disease cannot excrete these medications normally. In such patients with compromised renal function, these medications can stay active in circulation for longer time and can be toxic. So, these medications should be used with caution in individuals with compromised renal function. Avoid using [...]

Side Effects of Using Biguanides

Patient was educated on side effects of using biguanides as follows: Stomach upset Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, metallic taste in the mouth, and feeling sick to stomach are the most common side effects of using biguanides. Metabolic acidosis Metabolic acidosis secondary to increased lactic acid production is a rare, but a dangerous side effect of using biguanides. Be aware of symptoms of metabolic acidosis, such as, rapid breath and heart rate, confusion, and stomach upset with [...]

How to Take Biguanides

Patient was educated on how to take biguanides as follows: Take the medication 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 [...]

Nurse Teaching on Biguanides and Mechanism of Action

Patient was educated on biguanides and mechanism of action as follows: Biguanides are oral antidiabetic drugs, used especially in patients with Type-2 diabetes. Biguanides control the blood sugars by the following mechanisms: Decreasing gluconeogenesis – Gluconeogenesis is a process that occurs in the human body in which glucose is made from sources other than carbohydrates, such as, proteins and fats. Gluconeogenesis results in increased blood sugar levels. Biguanides inhibit gluconeogenesis in the liver, thereby, contributing [...]