Diabetes and Cholesterol (Counseling Tips) Flashcards

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omega-3 fatty acids

A

Burping and taste disturbances
Swallow whole do not chew
Refrigerate to reduce smell

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fenofibrate

A

Increased liver enzymes
Discontinue if gallstones form
Photosensitivity

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atorvastatin

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Increased liver enzymes
Report if unusual muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark urine - rhabdomyolysis
Avoid grape juice (increases concentration)
Contraindicated in pregnancy
Diarrhea

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rosuvastatin

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Increased liver enzymes
Report if unusual muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark urine - rhabdomyolysis
Avoid grape juice (increases concentration)
Contraindicated in pregnancy
Diarrhea

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5
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ezetimibe

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Increased liver enzymes
Diarrhea

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6
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insulin lispro

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Low blood sugar (sweating, nausea, dizziness)
Refrigerate unopened vials
Discard after 28 days if its left at room temp
Let syringe get to room temp before injecting for less pain
Rotate injection sites

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insulin glargine

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Low blood sugar (sweating, nausea, dizziness)
Refrigerate unopened vials
Discard after 28 days if its left at room temp
Let syringe get to room temp before injecting for less pain
Rotate injection sites

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metformin

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Diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain
Take with food
Titrate dose up weekly to help with stomach being upset / diarrhea
Long-term use can cause vitamin B-12 deficiency

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9
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dapagliflozin

A

UTI
Increased urine output
Decreased blood pressure

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liraglutide

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Low blood sugar (sweating, nausea, dizziness)
Rotate injection sites
Diarrhea, nausea, headache

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