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Dulera and Mechanism of Action

Patient was educated on Dulera and its mechanism of action as follows: Dulera is a combination inhaler medication of Formoterol, a long acting bronchodilator and Mometasone, a steroid. The steroid Mometasone reduces the release of chemical mediators of inflammation and reduce the swelling of the airways. Mometasone also controls the mucus production in the airways. Controlling all the major elements of inflammation in the airways, Mometasone exerts an anti-inflammatory action, thus helping breathing in individuals [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Dulcolax-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Dulcolax as follows: Notify your doctor, if your constipation does not get any better or if it gets worse, while continuing to use Dulcolax. Do not increase the dose of Dulcolax intake, to derive the desired effect of having a bowel movement, without consulting your doctor. If you miss a dose, try taking it at the earliest notice of noncompliance. If it is time for [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Dulcolax-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Dulcolax as follows: Discontinue using Dulcolax, if you experience any undiagnosed abdominal pain or rectal bleed and report to your physician immediately. Since Dulcolax decreases the transit time for the stool through the intestines and retain more water in stool, individuals can be at risk for dehydration. Caution must be exercised with regards to rehydration. A deliberate effort for rehydration should be made, as senior [...]

Contraindications for Using Dulcolax

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Dulcolax as follows: Intestinal blockage or strictures Dulcolax for the most part is contraindicated in individuals with history of intestinal strictures and blockage. Increased intestinal contractions in such individuals can increase the risk for perforation of the intestines with shock and hemorrhage. Undiagnosed abdominal pain Dulcolax usually is contraindicated in individuals with undiagnosed abdominal pain and cramping, as these complaints can deteriorate further with laxative use. Rectal bleed [...]

Side Effects of Dulcolax Use

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Dulcolax as follows: Loss of urge Prolonged use of Dulcolax may result in one losing the natural urge of having a bowel movement. Chronic use of Dulcolax can lead to nerve damage in the colon and the colon becomes lax. The intestines might lose their natural function of elimination and become increasingly dependent on the use of laxative, to cause the effect of elimination. Melanosis coli [...]