Patient was educated on how to take Captopril as follows: Take the medication at the same time every day, to avoid forgetting the medication. Maintain strict compliance with intake of the medication as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit of the medication. Do not change the dose on this medication without consulting your doctor. Take a blood pressure reading always before you take the pill. Maintain a log of every [...]
Patient was educated on biological effects secondary to use of Captopril follows: Inhibition of angiotensin converting enzyme leads to reduced formation of active angiotensin, which results in inhibition of narrowing of blood vessels and thereby, result in reduced blood pressure. Inhibition of blood vessel narrowing will lead to more room inside the blood vessel, which allows better blood flow to end organs, such as, heart and kidney. Improving oxygenated blood flow to the end organs [...]
Patient was educated on Captopril and its mechanism of action as follows: Captopril inhibits the enzyme, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE), which converts inactive form of angiotensin to active form of angiotensin. Inhibition of ACE leads to reduced formation of active angiotensin, which results in: Inhibition of narrowing or constriction of blood vessels, which results in reduced blood pressure. Reduced aldosterone secretion, resulting in reduced sodium and water retention in the body. Reduced sodium and fluid [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Benefiber as follows: Benefiber absorbs water and swells, taking lot of space in the intestines. If the space in the intestines is compromised in the first place, such as, in individuals with intestinal strictures or adhesions from previous surgeries, the swollen Benefiber can cause severe intestinal blocks, necessitating an emergency. So, Benefiber for the most part is contraindicated in such individuals. Let your doctor know [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Benefiber as follows: Benefiber absorbs water and swell in the intestines, giving rise to an unpleasant bloating sensation, abdominal discomfort, and flatulence. If these unpleasant symptoms are too bothersome, change in plan could be made by trying other laxatives. Benefiber needs large amount of water to be able to form bulk, which stimulates the bowels to move. So, these laxatives are to be taken with [...]