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Pathophysiology of Schizophrenia and Psychosis

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon pathophysiology of schizophrenia and psychosis as follows: Neurotransmitters are chemicals that are manufactured in the brain and released by nerve endings, at the synapse, which is a junction between two nerves. The neurotransmitters released bind to their individual receptors and communicates the impulse to the nerves around. There are various neurotransmitters such as, dopamine, acetylcholine, norepinephrine, histamine, and serotonin released in the brain. Excessive activity of dopamine in the brain, with [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Montelukast-5

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Montelukast as follows: Notify your doctor of any activation of symptoms of allergy and acute asthma, progressively increasing shortness of breath, any episodes of recurrent chest infections, despite compliance with Montelukast, so that, your dosage on Montelukast could be revised. Montelukast is extensively metabolized in the liver to inactive metabolites, which are eliminated in the feces. If liver function is deficient, the metabolism of Montelukast [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Montelukast-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Montelukast as follows: Montelukast use carries risk of worsening of mood and clinical symptoms of mood disorders. Individuals can present with complaints such as, feeling low and depressed, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, gross appetite changes, impulsiveness, agitation, aggression, and suicidal thoughts. Montelukast must be taken with caution in individuals with history of anxiety and mood disorders, as Montelukast use can contribute to worsening symptoms [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Montelukast-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Montelukast as follows: Drink plenty of water while taking Montelukast, as it can help loosen thick secretions in the airways, if any, thus promoting to cough them up. This helps prevent any chest congestion and risk for chest infections. Montelukast use can also result in other general constitutional symptoms such as, stomach upset, heartburn, and mild diarrhea. Observing compliance with any OTC or prescribed antacids [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Montelukast-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Montelukast as follows: Montelukast could be taken with or without food. If intake of Montelukast on empty stomach causes nausea and vomiting, taking the medication with a glass of water and some food or snack can help avoid these unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms. Montelukast only helps with prevention of acute allergy and asthma episodes, but is not a permanent cure for these conditions. So, continue taking [...]