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, [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Actoplus Met as follows: Actoplus Met is mainly metabolized in the liver and excreted by the kidneys. Part of it is even excreted unchanged in the urine. If liver and kidney function are deficient, the metabolism and excretion of this medication can suffer. This can lead to increased blood levels of the medication for longer periods of time, resulting in toxicity and severe side effects. So, Actoplus Met [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Actoplus Met as follows: Do not change the dose on Actoplus Met without consulting your doctor. Take a blood sugar reading always before you take dose of Actoplus Met. Maintain a log of every day blood sugar readings for comparative feedback, as to how well the drug is helping to control the blood sugars. If the blood sugar is too low, despite eating regularly and [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Actoplus Met as follows: Report any symptoms of exacerbation of cardiac failure, such as, edema, shortness of breath, reduced endurance, as Actoplus Met is known to increase risk for heart failure. Maintain compliance with your dietary recommendations, as ordered. Maintain compliance with any exercise schedule prescribed by your doctor. Try not to overdo on your exercise. Take weight reading at least twice a week and [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Actoplus Met as follows: Take Actoplus Met at the same time every day, to avoid forgetting the medication. Maintain good regular eating habits. Do not skip your meals. Be aware of signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia, such as, dizziness, lightheadedness, sweating, and hunger, to avoid any episodes of altered levels of consciousness and accidental falls. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and [...]