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Mechanism of Action of Proscar

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon mechanism of action of Proscar as follows: The male sex hormone, testosterone, is acted upon by an enzyme called 5-alpha reductase and is converted into a variant of testosterone called, Dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT can act on the prostate and cause the gland to grow in size, resulting in prostatic hyperplasia. Increased DHT is also considered to be a significant factor in causing prostate cancer. Increased DHT concentrations is also considered a [...]

Therapeutic Uses and Indications of Proscar Use

Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses and indications of Proscar use as follows: In males, prostate is a gland of walnut size, surrounding the urethra and located just below the neck of the urinary bladder. In some individuals, especially senior males, prostate could get enlarged due to various reasons, which is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This enlargement of prostate can compress the urethra passing through the prostate, obstruct the free flow of urine, and [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Procardia-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Procardia as follows: Be aware of signs and symptoms of hypotension, to avoid any episodes of altered levels of consciousness and accidental falls. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and operating heavy machinery, until they are used to the side effects caused by Procardia. Try changing the positions very slowly, as sudden change of positions can make the hypotensive episodes even worse [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Procardia-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Procardia as follows: Avoid or use extreme caution using Procardia along with any other medications that cause vasodilation, such as, Isosorbide and Hydralazine. Using them together can result in episodes of extremely low BP and can present an emergency. Observe compliance with regular lab work ordered. As kidneys are the main source of elimination of Procardia, renal function should be periodically monitored. Take a blood [...]

Side Effects of Procardia Use

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Procardia as follows: Symptoms of hypotension can occur secondary to dilation of blood vessels in the peripheries. When blood vessels dilate, they accommodate more blood volume in the periphery. This can reduce blood supply to the vital organs, such as, brain and result in symptoms such as, dizziness and feeling lightheaded. Diminished blood supply to vital organs, such as, heart can occur secondary to pooling of [...]