Patient/Family Teaching

Instruct patient to take medication with the same meal each day. Take missed doses as soon as remembered. If not remembered until next day, omit; do not double doses

» May cause dizziness or drowsiness. Advise patient to avoid driving or other activities requiring alertness until response to the medication is known

» Caution patient to avoid sudden changes in position to decrease orthostatic hypotension

» Advise patient to consult health care professional before taking any cough, cold, or allergy remedies

» Instruct patient to notify health care professional of medication regimen before any surgery

» Advise patient to notify health care professional if frequent dizziness or fainting occurs

» Emphasize the importance of follow-up exams to evaluate effectiveness of medication

» Geri: Assess risk for falls; implement fall prevention program and instruct patient and family in preventing falls at home

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