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Side Effects of Tiotropium-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Tiotropium as follows: Vision changes Inhibition of acetylcholine action in the body, secondary to tiotropium use can result dry eyes with reduced tear production, irritation and redness of eyes, and blurred vision. Tiotropium use can result in pupillary dilation and obstruction to the drainage of fluid (aqueous humor) in the eye. This can result in increase in the intraocular pressure, leading to worsening of glaucoma in individuals [...]

Side Effects of Tiotropium-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Tiotropium as follows: Genitourinary side-effects Tiotropium use can result in relaxation of smooth muscle of bladder and contraction of urinary sphincter, which leads to increased urinary retention and increased difficulty passing urine. Retention of urinary in the bladder can increase the chances for urinary tract infection, especially in senior citizens and individuals with history of multiple UTIs. Individuals can present with fever, chills, rigors, burning sensation of [...]

Side Effects of Tiotropium-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Tiotropium as follows: General allergic reactions Tiotropium use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with tiotropium, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Catapres-6

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Catapres as follows: Catapres use can induce extreme dry mouth and constipation. Sucking on ice chip or a sugar free hard candy can help with symptomatic relief of dry mouth. Proper hydration measures and compliance with daily fluid intake recommendations can help with relief from constipation. If you experience any further bothersome constipation, report it to your physician for a recommendation on laxative/stool softener use. [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Catapres-5

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Catapres as follows: Your physician could change the dose of Catapres, based on the response obtained and side-effects developed. Maintain compliance with follow-up physician appointments and be accommodative to the plan of dose changes, until you show an optimum response with regards to blood pressure control. Notify your physician, if your blood pressure numbers continue to be high or if they are getting any worse [...]