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Side Effects of Norco Use-2

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Norco as follows: Respiratory depression Norco affects the respiratory center in the brain through action on the opioid receptors in the brain. This induces slowing down of respirations and the breathing pattern can become irregular. This can result in reduced gas exchange with elevated carbon-di-oxide and reduced oxygen levels in the body. Overdose of Norco can also cause respiratory arrest. Feeling of high and addiction Norco, [...]

Side Effects of Norco Use-1

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Norco as follows: Nausea, vomiting, and dry mouth These are some of the most common side effects of Norco. Taking Norco with some food can minimize the effects of nausea and vomiting. Liberal intake of water with Norco helps preventing a dry mouth. Constipation Norco slows down the bowel movements heavily and leads to constipation. Constipation is one of the most common and unpleasant side effects [...]

How to Take Norco

Patient was educated on how to take Norco as follows: Take Norco 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 Norco. Liberal intake of water with Norco helps prevent constipation, which is one of the major side effects of Norco. Evenly space out the doses of [...]

Norco and Mechanism of Action

Patient was educated on Norco and its mechanism of action as follows: Norco is a pain medication that is combination of an opioid pain killer and a non-opioid pain killer. The opioid pain killer in Norco is Hydrocodone that is derived from codeine and the non-opioid pain killer is the Acetaminophen. Norco is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Norco binds with the opioid receptors in the brain and block the release of excitatory [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Nifedipine-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Nifedipine as follows: Avoid or use extreme caution using Nifedipine along with any other medications that cause vasodilation, such as, Isosorbide and Hydralazine. Using them together can result in episodes of extremely low BP and can present an emergency. Observe compliance with regular lab work ordered. As kidneys are the main source of elimination of Nifedipine, renal function should be periodically monitored. Take a blood [...]