Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Zyprexa as follows: Cardiovascular side-effects Zyprexa carries the risk of elevating cholesterol levels. Individuals with history of hyperlipidemia, plaque formation, and myocardial infarction, must be cautious with intake of Zyprexa, with regular labs drawn for evaluation of blood lipid levels. Individuals can present with compromised exercise tolerance, increasing shortness of breath, and episodes of chest pain. Zyprexa also may aggravate some underlying cardiac arrhythmias leading to [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Zyprexa as follows:   Gastrointestinal side effects                                                                                                             Zyprexa use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting. Taking dose of Zyprexa with a glass of water, after having some food or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Zyprexa can also induce extreme dry mouth and constipation. Sucking on a sugar free hard candy can help with symptomatic [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Zyprexa as follows:   General allergic reactions                                  Zyprexa use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with Zyprexa, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side effects of using Zyprexa as follows:   Musculoskeletal side effects Zyprexa intake carries the risk of lowering the threshold for seizures, thereby, resulting in seizure activity, especially in individuals with history of the same Zyprexa intake can also induce a life-threatening reaction called Neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Individuals taking Zyprexa can present with high fever, episodes of confusion, muscle rigidity, elevated blood pressure, and rapid heart rate. Severe cases can present with [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on how to take Zyprexa as follows: Take this medication as ordered by your physician. Do not change the dose and frequency on this medication without consulting your doctor. Take the medication dose for the duration prescribed without fail. Take the medication dose at the same time, every day, to avoid forgetting the intake of medication. Taking the medication at regularly spaced intervals help maintain appropriate blood levels of Zyprexa needed to [...]