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#Losartan
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#Losartan
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☆ Uses of Losartan:
● Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
● Prevention of heart attack and stroke
● Management of Heart Failure
☆ How Losartan Works:
● Belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)
● Blocks the action of a chemical that causes blood vessels to tighten
● Relaxes blood vessels, lowering blood pressure
● Improves blood flow to organs and reduces the workload on the heart
☆ Common Side Effects:
● Dizziness
● Back pain
● Upper respiratory tract infection
● Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
● Cough
☆ Advice:
● Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
● It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time.
● Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood.
● Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor.
● Do not take Losartan if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
● Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.
● Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
● It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time.
● Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood.
● Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor.
● Do not take Losartan if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
● Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.

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May 30, 2025 at 12:38 PM

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PenicillinG
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#PenicillinG #Antibiotics #BacterialInfections #SyphilisTreatment #RheumaticFeverPrevention #InjectionTherapy #HowItWorks #AntibioticMechanism #DrugSideEffects #AllergicReactions #PenicillinAllergy #MedicationGuide #CompleteTheCourse #AntibioticResistance #SafeMedicationUse

PenicillinG
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☆ Uses
● Penicillin G is used to treat bacterial infections.
● It is effective in treating syphilis.
● It is also used for the prevention of rheumatic fever.
● Additionally, it helps prevent recurrence of rheumatic fever.
● How Penicillin G Works
● Penicillin G is an antibiotic.
● It kills bacteria by preventing the formation of their protective cell wall, which is essential for their survival.
● Without this wall, bacteria are unable to live and multiply, helping clear the infection.

☆ Common Side Effects of Penicillin G
● Pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site
● Nausea or vomiting
● Diarrhea
● Rash or skin irritation
● Itching
● Headache
● Fever
● Allergic reactions (mild forms like rash or itching)

☆ Advice for Penicillin G
● You have been prescribed Penicillin G for the treatment of bacterial infections.
● It is administered by injection into a vein or muscle, or through a drip into a vein.
● Complete the full course of treatment, even if you start feeling better.
● Stopping the medicine early may cause the infection to return and become harder to treat.
● Diarrhea may occur as a side effect, but it usually stops when the course is finished.
● Inform your doctor if diarrhea persists or if you notice blood in your stools.
● Seek medical attention immediately if you experience:
• Itchy rash
• Swelling of the face, throat, or tongue
• Breathing difficulties

☆ What important things should I tell my doctor before starting Penicillin G?
● Tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Penicillin G or any similar medicine.
● Inform your doctor if you have any type of allergy, including drug, food, or environmental allergies.
● Mention if you have asthma or any breathing problems.
● Let your doctor know if you have a history of heart disease.
● Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease or any kidney-related issues.
● Share a list of all medications you are currently taking, including prescription, over-the-counter, an…

June 3, 2025 at 1:17 PM

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#Guaifenesin
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#CoughRelief #MucusRelief #Expectorant #RespiratoryHealth #ColdAndFluCare #PhlegmRelief #DoctorAdvice #StayHydrated #MedicineInfo #HealthTips #SafeMedicationUse #KnowYourMeds #MedicalAwareness #CoughWithMucus

#Guaifenesin
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Uses:
●Guaifenesin is used in the treatment of cough with mucus.
☆How it works:
●Guaifenesin works by decreasing the stickiness of mucus (phlegm).
●It helps in the removal of mucus from the airways.
☆ Common side effects:
● Nausea
● Vomiting
☆ Advice for Guaifenesin
● Guaifenesin should be taken as per the dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
●Take it with a full glass of water to help loosen the mucus.
● Do not take more than the recommended dose.
● Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 7 days or if you develop a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
● It may cause dizziness; avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if affected.
● Stay well hydrated while taking this medicine.
● Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
● Keep out of reach of children and store in a cool, dry place.

#Guaifenesin #CoughRelief #MucusRelief #Expectorant #RespiratoryHealth #ColdAndFluCare #PhlegmRelief #DoctorAdvice #StayHydrated #MedicineInfo #HealthTips #SafeMedicationUse #KnowYourMeds #MedicalAwareness #CoughWithMucus

May 29, 2025 at 10:56 PM

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#DextromethorphanHydrochloride
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#DryCoughRelief #CoughMedicine #Antitussive #CoughSuppressant #ColdAndFlu #RespiratoryHealth #CoughTreatment #PharmacyFacts #PatientAdvice #MedicineAwareness #HealthTips #SafeMedicationUse #SideEffects #StayInformed

#DextromethorphanHydrochloride
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☆ Uses:
● Used in the treatment of dry cough.
☆ How works:
● Acts as an antitussive (cough suppressant).
● Suppresses cough by reducing the activity of the cough center in the brain.
☆ Common side effects :
● Drowsiness
● Nausea
● Vomiting

☆ Advice :
● You have been prescribed Dextromethorphan Hydrochloride for the symptomatic relief of dry cough.
● It is usually taken for a short time, until the symptoms clear up.
● Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular tablespoon.
● Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
● It should not be administered to patients with chronic cough or where the cough is accompanied by excessive secretions.
● Inform your doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
#DryCoughRelief #CoughMedicine #Antitussive #CoughSuppressant #ColdAndFlu #RespiratoryHealth #CoughTreatment #PharmacyFacts #PatientAdvice #MedicineAwareness #HealthTips #SafeMedicationUse #SideEffects #StayInformed

May 29, 2025 at 4:23 PM