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Therapeutic Uses of Zyprexa-1

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of Zyprexa as follows: Schizophrenia Zyprexa can be used for controlling the hallucination, delusions, lack of concentration, and apathy, associated with schizophrenia. Panic disorders and dysphoria By allaying the fears and calming down agitation, Zyprexa can help with providing relief from panic disorders and dysphoric states. Obsessive-compulsive disorders Zyprexa can also help with reducing the anxiety contributing to the obsessive-compulsive behaviors and thus can be used to manage the [...]

Nurse Teaching on Zyprexa and Mechanism of Action

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon Zyprexa and mechanism of action 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, and serotonin released in the brain. A balance between these various neurotransmitters released is essential for [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Xanax XR-5

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Xanax XR as follows: Xanax XR use in expectant mothers could harm the unborn baby and result in birth defects. So, Xanax XR use should be avoided during pregnancy and in women planning to get pregnant. Women in the child bearing age group, taking Xanax XR on a regular basis, must employ effective contraceptive measures in order to avoid getting pregnant. Xanax XR use, especially [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Xanax XR-4

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Xanax XR as follows: Your physician could change the dose of Xanax XR, based on the response you show. Notify your doctor of any unresolving anxiety, muscle spasms, worsening muscle pain and discomfort, episodes of seizures, insomnia, or continuing unpleasant side-effects, so that, your dosage on the medication could be revised. Maintain compliance with follow-up physician appointments and be accommodative to the plan of dose [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Xanax XR-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Xanax XR as follows: Do not share Xanax XR pills with family and friends. Xanax XR intake can be habit-forming and carries an abuse potential. The risk for addiction and abuse can be even higher, especially in individuals with history of substance abuse. Keep a regular track of the number of pills left in your pillbox, to prevent a chance for abuse. Count your pills [...]