Patient was educated on how to take Clearlax as follows: Take Clearlax powder by mixing it with a full 8 oz. of water mixed with one oz. of fruit juice, as this will help contain the unpleasant nauseating sensation of the laxative. Also, Clearlax when taken with liberal amounts of water can help prevent any symptoms of dehydration, as they are at high risk for inducing fluid volume depletion. Take it at the same time [...]
Patient was educated on Clearlax and its mechanism of action as follows: Clearlax works on the principle of osmosis, a phenomenon of fluid migration from areas of less solute concentration to more solute concentration. Clearlax is highly concentrated with polyethylene glycol. Clearlax tends to osmotically draw water from surrounding tissues into the intestines. By drawing more amount of water from the intestines, Clearlax prevents the stool from drying up and maintains the stool soft by [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Celebrex as follows: Maintain strict compliance with intake of Celebrex as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit of the medication. Noncompliance with recommendation on Celebrex intake can result in ineffective pain control. Do not change the dose on Celebrex without consulting your doctor. Do not share your pain pills with any family and friends. Do not abuse Celebrex by continuing [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Celebrex as follows: Maintain a close watch on the volume of urine flow at every void, and add up all the volumes for the day, to obtain 24-hour volume. Report to the physician at the notice of any unusual drop in the urine volume. Celebrex intake can result in photosensitivity and skin rash with blister formation. Avoid bright sunlight and tan parlors, while you are [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Celebrex as follows: Discuss with your doctor regarding any previous allergic responses you experienced with other NSAIDs, such as, Ibuprofen and Celebrex sodium. Celebrex must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of exacerbation of SOB with episodes of asthma and growth of nasal polyps with other NSAIDs. Celebrex, in some individuals, is known to evoke similar response. Discuss with your physician about [...]