Patient was educated on how to take Benefiber as follows: Take Benefiber by mixing 2 teaspoons of the powder with 8 oz. of water or coffee. This can as well be mixed into soft foods, such as, apple sauce. Take it at the same time every day, to avoid forgetting the medication. Maintain strict compliance with intake of Benefiber as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit of the medication. Do [...]
Patient was educated on Benefiber and its mechanism of action as follows: Benefiber when taken, is not digested in the stomach and is passed into the intestines. In the intestines, Benefiber absorbs water and swells to form bulky stool. More fluid in the stool makes the stool soft. The soft and bulky stool formed in the intestines will induce stimulation of the intestines to move and help to mobilize the contents of the intestines at [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Benazepril as follows: Observe compliance with regular lab work ordered. Since the drug can lead to high potassium levels in the body, potassium levels in the blood could be closely monitored. Also, as kidneys are the main source of elimination of the drug, renal function could be periodically monitored. Keep a watch on the volume of urine output, at least for the initial one month [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Benazepril as follows: Drink 2.5 liters to 3 liters of fluid every day, as Benazepril tends to cause loss of fluid volume and consequently, dehydration. If fluid is restricted in an individual for reasons, such as, congestive heart failure or dialysis dependent status, compliance to the recommendation made is very important. Be aware of signs and symptoms of dehydration and hypotension, to avoid any episodes [...]
Patient was educated on the side effects of using Benazepril as follows: High potassium levels Benazepril tends to retain potassium in the body, in exchange for sodium loss. This can lead to high potassium levels, which can be very dangerous at times. Grossly elevated potassium levels can sometimes result in irregular heart rhythms, leading to episodes of dizziness, abnormally fast heart rate, palpitations, shortness of breath with poor endurance, and chest pain. Dry cough Dry [...]
