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Dutasteride and Mechanism of Action

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon Dutasteride and mechanism of action as follows: The male sex hormone, testosterone, is acted upon by an enzyme called 5-alpha reductase and is converted into a variant of testosterone called, Dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT can act on the prostate and cause the gland to grow in size, resulting in prostatic hyperplasia. Increased DHT is also considered to be a significant factor in causing prostate cancer. Increased DHT concentrations is also considered a [...]

Contraindications for Avodart Use-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Avodart as follows: Do not take Avodart, if you ever manifested any allergic response to intake of Avodart. Discuss your history of allergic response to this medication with your physician, without fail. Avodart is significantly metabolized in the liver to active metabolites that are mainly eliminated in the feces. If liver function is deficient, the metabolism of avodart could be compromised. This can lead to increased blood levels [...]

Contraindications for Avodart Use-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Avodart as follows: In the event of any current manifestations of any allergic response with this medication, report it to your physician or other health care personnel immediately, to check regarding your safety with continuing on intake of this medication. Contents of the avodart capsule can get absorbed through the skin. Skin exposure to the contents of the avodart capsule in expectant mothers could heavily harm the unborn [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Ziprasidone-6

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking ziprasidone as follows: Ziprasidone carries the risk of aggravating blood sugars and can result in poor blood sugar control in diabetics. Maintain a log of everyday blood sugar readings, to allow for an easy follow-up on the pattern of blood sugars lately. Closely follow for any signs of poor blood sugar control, such as, dry mouth, frequent urination, increased thirst and hunger, dry skin, and [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Ziprasidone-5

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking ziprasidone as follows: Ziprasidone carries the risk of suppressing production of white blood cells from the bone marrow and lead to agranulocytosis. Reduced white blood cell count can contribute to lowered immunity, thus resulting in frequent fever, chills, sore throat, and risk for frequent infections. Report any such findings to your physician and other health care personnel, for any change in plan of care to [...]