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To Acidify Macular: Name of Drug
To Acidify Macular: Name of Drug
To Acidify Macular: Name of Drug
Mechanism of Action Increases protection mechanism of the immune system, thus supporting wound healing. Indication Dietary supplement; Frank and subclinical scurvy; Extensive burns, delayed fracture or wound healing, sever febrile or chronic disease states; To prevent vitamin C in patients with poor
nutritional habits; To acidify urine Macular degeneration. Contraindication Use of sodium ascorbate in patients on sodium restriction; Use of calcium ascorbate on patient receiving digitalis. Side Effects GI: Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea Hematologic: Acute hemolytic anemia CNS: Head ache (high doses) Urogenital: Urethritis, dysuria, crystalluria Others:
Mild sireness, dizziness, faintness with rapid IV administration Nursing Responsibilities Secure doctors order Do hand washing Assess patients condition Give medication on right timing Inform patient about the possible side effects of the drugs Instruct patient to be cautious of the contraindicatio ns of the drugs.