Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Aventyl as follows: Aventyl carries the risk of causing and/or aggravating cardiac arrhythmias. Aventyl can also interact with many antibacterial and antifungal antibiotics, antiarrhythmic medications, antidepressants, and antipsychotic medications, resulting in development or aggravation of underlying cardiac arrhythmias, leading to debility and sudden cardiac death. Avoid taking Aventyl along with medications belonging to the above-mentioned groups, to prevent any dangerous arrhythmias from developing. Discuss with [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Aventyl as follows: Aventyl intake can increase the risk for skin rash and photosensitivity, in individuals exposed to sunlight. Individuals can present with rash, itching, redness, or other discoloration, or severe sunburn upon exposure to sunlight. Individuals taking Aventyl, especially those with history of photosensitivity, should avoid natural bright lights and tanning booths. Using sunscreens and protective clothing, when getting out in the sun, can [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Aventyl as follows: Aventyl intake carries the risk of lowering the blood pressure. Hypotension, secondary to Aventyl intake, can lead to episodes of confusion and dizziness. Avoid sudden changes in position, until you are used to the side-effects of Aventyl intake. Sudden change of positions can make the confusion and dizzy episodes even worse and precipitate accidents and falls. Observing compliance with use of assistive [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Aventyl as follows: Follow closely on the expiration date of the medication. If using a pillbox, check the expiration date on the medication container every time you fill the pillbox. If you are taking this medication for longer periods of time, set enough reminders on your phone for medication pick-up. You can have a reminder 10 days ahead, the next a week ahead, and then, [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Aventyl as follows: Serotonin is one chemical in the brain, which in permissible amounts, is believed to reduce anxiety and promote happiness and well-being. Very excessive concentrations of serotonin in the brain can lead to serotonin syndrome. Individuals with serotonin syndrome can present with mania, excitement, hallucinations, agitation, insomnia, pounding heartbeat, very rapid heart rate, overactive reflexes, and diarrhea. Aventyl use, especially along with a few other antidepressants, [...]