Patient was educated on how to take Doxycycline suspension as follows: Doxycycline can also be taken as an oral suspension. Make sure the medication is clear and free of any suspended particles, before use. Shake the oral suspension container well for 15 seconds before measuring the dose to be taken. Carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose and consequently [...]
Patient was educated on how to take Doxycycline pill as follows: Take Doxycycline pill with or without food along with a full 8 oz. glass of water. Taking the medication with food and water helps prevent any nauseating sensation. Evenly space out the doses of the antibiotic and take the dose at the scheduled time every day. Keeping to the schedule helps with maintaining a constant level of the antibiotic in the body, which is [...]
Patient was educated on Doxycycline and its mechanism of action as follows: Doxycycline is an antibiotic belonging to the family of Tetracyclines. This antibiotic is active against several bacteria causing urinary tract infections, sexually transmitted diseases, acne, and many others. Doxycycline does not act against any viral infections. Doxycycline inhibits bacterial protein synthesis in a wide variety of bacteria. These proteins are needed for bacterial division and growth. Inhibition of their synthesis by Doxycycline leads [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Doxazosin as follows: Try changing the positions very slowly, as sudden change of positions can make the hypotensive episodes even worse and precipitate accidents and falls. Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered. As Doxazosin is metabolized significantly in the liver and eliminated in the bile and urine, hepatic, biliary, and renal functions could be periodically monitored. Take a blood pressure reading always before [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Doxazosin 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 Doxazosin. Be aware of signs and symptoms of tachycardia, as extremely high heart rate, secondary to use of Doxazosin [...]