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Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Merrem-4

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Merrem as follows: Patients with history of diminished hearing and ototoxicity are at increased risk for hearing loss with Merrem. Individuals taking Merrem must observe a close watch regarding the same and report any changes with hearing to the physician immediately. Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered. As Merrem carries the risk for damage to the liver and kidneys, hepatic and renal function [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Metronidazole-4

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Metronidazole as follows: Watch for symptoms of worsening peripheral neuropathy, such as, increasing pain and numbness, tingling, and burning sensations in the extremities. Report such findings to your doctor immediately for a change in infection control plan to be considered. Metronidazole should be discontinued and report to the physician for any occurrences of seizures. Metronidazole is significantly eliminated in urine. Individuals with compromised renal functions [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Meropenem-4

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Meropenem as follows: Patients with history of diminished hearing and ototoxicity are at increased risk for hearing loss with Meropenem. Individuals taking Meropenem must observe a close watch regarding the same and report any changes with hearing to the physician immediately. Some forms of Meropenem have sodium content in them, which can result in fluid retention and unusual weight gain in individuals taking them. This [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Meloxicam-5

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Meloxicam as follows: Meloxicam must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history heart failure. Reduced renal function, secondary to Meloxicam intake, can contribute towards compromise in filtration of blood, leading to reduced formation of urine and fluid back up in the body. Fluid accumulation in the body can result in edema and weight gain. This backed up fluid can increase the fluid volume [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Maxzide-3

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