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Precautions to be observed while taking Zyloprim-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking Zyloprim as follows: Some patients can present with symptoms of angioneurotic edema, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be considered. Zyloprim intake can result in dizziness and episodes of altered levels of consciousness, which can contribute to accidents and [...]

Precautions to be observed while taking Zyloprim-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking Zyloprim as follows: Zyloprim is significantly metabolized in the liver and excreted in urine, by the kidneys. If liver function is deficient, metabolism of Zyloprim could be slowed down. Slowing down of the drug metabolism can result in increased risk for compromised therapeutic benefits and toxicity with the medication. Zyloprim use can result in hepatic damage and compromised liver function, consequently leading to mild [...]

Side Effects of Zyloprim-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Zyloprim as follows: Bone marrow suppression Zyloprim has potential to induce bone marrow suppression or exacerbate any history of the same, thus resulting in reduced production of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Bone marrow suppression can be a more common finding, if Zyloprim is administered along with any other medication, with potential to induce the same. Zyloprim, by virtue of potential to induce bone [...]

Side Effects of Zyloprim-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Zyloprim as follows: General constitutional side-effects Zyloprim use can sometimes result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. These constitutional symptoms can be self-limiting and resolve over time. Taking Zyloprim with a small snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. General allergic reactions Zyloprim use can result in severe skin rash and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms [...]

Contraindications for Zyloprim Use

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Zyloprim as follows: Zyloprim is significantly metabolized in the liver and excreted in urine, by the kidneys. If liver function is deficient, metabolism of Zyloprim could be slowed down. Slowing down of the drug metabolism can result in increased risk for compromised therapeutic benefits and toxicity with the medication. Also, Zyloprim carries a risk of liver damage and compromised liver function and so, should be very cautiously used [...]