Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ketoconazole as follows: Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered. As Ketoconazole is metabolized by the liver and carries the risk for severe damage to the liver, hepatic function could be periodically monitored, to prevent risk for toxicity. Watch closely to report any symptoms of itching, jaundice with yellowing of skin and sclera, dark urine, altered metabolism with nausea and vomiting, pain in the [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ketoconazole as follows: Noncompliance with Ketoconazole intake for the complete schedule can result in ineffective infection control with chance of relapse of infection with increased vigor. This can also contribute towards emergence of drug resistant strains of fungi, making infection control more difficult. Do not change the dose on Ketoconazole without consulting your doctor. In patients with GERD, taking Omeprazole, Ketoconazole can inhibit the metabolism [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ketoconazole as follows: Ketoconazole is significantly excreted in the bile and urine. Individuals with biliary obstructions and compromised renal functions tend to retain the drug in the circulation longer, thus resulting in toxicity. Ketoconazole should be avoided or used with extreme caution in such individuals. Any symptoms of renal injury and altered kidney function, such as, altered levels of consciousness and reduced urine formation, should [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ketoconazole as follows Discuss with your doctor regarding any previous allergic responses you experienced with antifungal antibiotics belonging to the Azoles group, such as, Itraconazole, and Miconazole. Patients with history of antibiotic associated diarrhea must be cautious about using Ketoconazole. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Report to your doctor regarding any persistent diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping, and blood or [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Ketoconazole as follows: In patients with GERD, taking Omeprazole, Ketoconazole can inhibit the metabolism of Omeprazole, thus elevating the blood levels of Omeprazole for a longer duration, causing increased nausea, vomiting, and flatulence. Space Ketoconazole out by at least 2 hours from taking Omeprazole to avoid this complication. Discuss with your doctor regarding other medications you take regularly and any possible interactions they can have with Ketoconazole. Space [...]