Patient was educated on the side effects of using Oxycontin as follows: Nausea, vomiting, and dry mouth These are some of the most common side effects of Oxycontin. Taking Oxycontin with some food can minimize the effects of nausea and vomiting. Liberal intake of water and sucking on a hard candy can help prevent dry mouth with Oxycontin use. Constipation Oxycontin slows down the bowel movements heavily and leads to constipation. Constipation is one of [...]
Patient was educated on how to take Oxycontin as follows: Take Oxycontin pill with or without food along with a full 8 oz. glass of water. Taking the medication with food helps prevent any nauseating sensation. Drink 6 to 8 full glasses of water daily, while you are taking Oxycontin. Liberal intake of water with Oxycontin helps prevent constipation, which is one of the major side effects of Oxycontin. Evenly space out the doses of [...]
Patient was educated on Oxycontin and its mechanism of action as follows: Oxycontin is an opioid pain medication that contains oxycodone. Oxycodone is derived from Thebaine, which is an opioid alkaloid like Morphine and Codeine. Oxycontin is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycontin binds with the opioid receptors in the brain and block the release of excitatory neurotransmitters, such as, substance P, which are involved with pain production. Thus, Oxycontin primarily modifies the [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Organic Nitrates as follows: Organic Nitrates are contraindicated in individuals with abnormally high heart rates. So, if your heart rate is being abnormally high (consistently more than 100), with the use of these medications, report this to your physician immediately. Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered. As these drugs are metabolized significantly in the liver and eliminated by the kidneys, hepatic and renal [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Organic Nitrates as follows: Be aware of signs and symptoms of hypotension, to avoid any episodes of altered levels of consciousness and accidental falls. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and operating heavy machinery, until they are used to the side effects caused by the Organic Nitrates. Organic Nitrates are contraindicated in individuals with abnormally low blood pressures. Use of these medications [...]