Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while using NSAIDs as follows: Discuss with your doctor regarding any previous allergic responses you experienced with any medication belonging to the NSAID group, such as, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, and Diclofenac Sodium. NSAIDs carries the risk of causing dizziness and confusion. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and operating heavy machinery, until they are used to the side effects caused by NSAIDs. NSAIDs must be [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for using NSAIDs as follows: NSAIDs must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of exacerbation of SOB with episodes of asthma and growth of nasal polyps. NSAIDs must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of hypertension and heart failure. Reduced renal function, secondary to NSAIDs intake, can contribute towards compromise in filtration of blood, leading to reduced formation of urine and fluid back up [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for using NSAIDs as follows: Patients with history of dyspepsia and heartburn must be cautious about using NSAIDs. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. NSAIDs must be used cautiously in individuals with history of gastric ulcers, as intake of this medication can lead to increased exposure of the stomach lining to the action of gastric acid, leading to erosion of gastric mucosa and development of gastric [...]

Patient was educated on side effects of NSAIDs use as follows: Edema and weight gain Reduced renal function, secondary to NSAIDs intake, can contribute towards compromise in filtration of blood, leading to reduced formation of urine and fluid back up in the body. Increased fluid volume in the circulation can result in further elevation of blood pressure. Fluid accumulation in the body outside the circulation can result in edema and weight gain. Central nervous system [...]

Patient was educated on side effects of NSAIDs use as follows: Renal damage and hypertension Renal prostaglandins help dilation of blood vessels in the kidneys and thereby, reduce the blood pressure. NSAIDs inhibit the production of prostaglandins in all the tissues, including the renal. Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis in the kidneys, result in vasoconstriction and elevated blood pressure. Constriction of the blood vessels in the kidney can contribute to reduced blood flow to the renal [...]