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Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Vancomycin-4

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Vancomycin as follows: Bile acid Sequestrants or binders, such as, Cholestyramine and Colestipol, can bind Vancomycin too and slow down the absorption of Vancomycin, thereby, reducing the therapeutic effect. Taking the binder by observing a 2 to 3-hour window from the time of Vancomycin intake can help avoid this complication. Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered. As Vancomycin carries the risk for damage [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Tylenol-3

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tylenol as follows: Do not take Tylenol with alcohol. Both alcohol and Tylenol affect the liver and using them together, can cause fatal liver damage. If you miss a dose, try taking it at the earliest notice of noncompliance. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the dose scheduled. Do not take an extra dose to try making [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Spironolactone-3

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Spironolactone as follows: Spironolactone can increase potassium levels in the body. If any potassium supplements are being taken, they should be immediately discontinued on the supplement. Continuing potassium supplements along with these diuretics can pose serious risk for hyperkalemia, leading to conduction disturbances of the heart and heart block. Be cautious about using any other medications with the risk for causing hyperkalemia. Discuss with your [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Sodium Nitroprusside-3

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Sodium Nitroprusside as follows: Sodium Nitroprusside is contraindicated in individuals with abnormally high heart rates. So, if your heart rate is being abnormally high (consistently more than 100), with the use of this medication, report this to your physician immediately. As Sodium Nitroprusside is significantly eliminated in the urine, renal function could be periodically monitored. Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered to study [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Rocephin-4

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Rocephin as follows: Rocephin intake can increase the risk for skin rash and photosensitivity. Individuals with history of photosensitivity and taking Rocephin should avoid natural and bright lights or use sunscreens, to prevent any photosensitive responses from developing. Do not change the dose on Rocephin without consulting your doctor. Avoid administering IV Rocephin along with any IV fluids rich in calcium, such as, ringer’s lactate [...]