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Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Avandamet-4

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Avandamet as follows: Report any symptoms of undiagnosed bone pain, as Avandamet is known to cause osteoporosis and consequent pathological fractures. Take weight reading at least twice a week and maintain a log of every reading for comparative feedback. Maintain an ideal weight for your height. Maintain strict compliance with intake of Avandamet as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Amphotericin B-4

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Amphotericin B as follows: Do not change the dose on premixed Amphotericin B without consulting your doctor. Watch out for any continuing or worsening signs and symptoms of infection, to report to your doctor immediately, so that, a change in plan could be considered. Shake the container before administration for 15 seconds. Make sure the medication container is clear and free of any suspended particles, [...]

Side Effects of Amiodarone Use-2

Patient was educated on side effects of using Amiodarone as follows: Amiodarone can deposit in the skin leading to a bluish discoloration and can precipitate episodes of severe photosensitivity. Amiodarone deposition can also occur in the cornea and liver, especially with high doses and result in visual disturbances and alteration of liver functions with hepatitis. Amiodarone deposition can also occur in the thyroid gland, especially with high doses and can result in either hyper or [...]

Side Effects of Amiodarone Use-1

Patient was educated on side effects of using Amiodarone as follows: Symptoms of hypotension can occur secondary to reduced heart rate. This can reduce blood supply to the vital organs, such as, brain and results in symptoms such as, dizziness, headache, and feeling lightheaded. Amiodarone can cause rapid heart rate, fluttering in the chest, shortness of breath, dizziness, and episodes of loss of consciousness. Amiodarone has the potential to cause new arrhythmias or worsen the [...]

Contraindications for Using Actoplus Met-2

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Actoplus Met as follows: Actoplus Met is known to increase the risk for osteoporosis and so, is contraindicated in individuals with risk for osteoporosis, such as, females in menopause. Avoid using Actoplus Met along with alcohol. This can increase the risk of stomach upset with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Avoid using Actoplus Met in patients with history of metabolic acidosis with symptoms like rapid breath and heart rate, [...]