High-Alert Orthodox Medications ~ Do Due Diligence to yourself to know about the drugs you are prescribed

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High-Alert Orthodox Medications ~

Do Due Diligence to yourself to know about the drugs you are prescribed
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High-alert orthodox medications are prescribed to the majority of people in developed countries when they are ill.
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In 2014, USA records show that an astonishing 3,346 people were killed in drug-related poisoning.
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It is very important to not misuse drugs, intentionally or not. It is also important to know what exactly it is that you are taking or being advised to take.
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High-alert orthodox medications are drugs which come with a heightened risk of causing patient harm when used incorrectly. Even then, they may cause damage when used as prescribed. Such drugs differ from their milder counterparts in that they commonly cause more harm even when taken as prescribed by the patient’s physician.
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Because of this, it is vital that you are fully aware that you are taking a high-alert orthodox medication. Make sure you know what your doctor prescribes you.
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The Top 5 High-Alert Orthodox Medications

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The top five high-alert medications identified by the ISMP study are

• Insulin
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• Opiates and Narcotics
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• Injectable Potassium Chloride concentrate
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• Intravenous Anticoagulants
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• Sodium Chloride solutions above 0.9 percent
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Make sure to check here for more detailed information.
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There are also a whole lot more, including Pitocin, the most common drug given to induce labour in pregnant women. Inducing labuor with Pitocin has a powerful effect on both the body and the mind. Like the other previously mentioned high-alert medications, it must be used with caution.
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However, unlike the others, there is no guideline for the use of Pitocin. This is important for you to know. If you ever find yourself in a situation where your doctor devises a forced labour, you should be aware that the drug being administered is one that is indeed on the high-alert list.
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High-Alert Orthodox Medications
Deadly (non-high alert) Prescription Drugs

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Sadly, it’s not just those described above which are on that list that can cause severe problems. There are also prescription drugs which pose a great threat too.
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The 10 deadliest prescription medications include Oxycodone and Fentanyl: two prescription painkillers; Morphine, another drug used during labour in pregnancy and in medical situations where there is great pain like in cancer; and Risperidone: an antipsychotic.
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In truth, the fact that these drugs are so accessible may mean they post a threat even greater than those which are on high-alert list.
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If you do ever find yourself in a situation where somebody in your care has taken an overdose on, or reacted badly to, any medication, seek help immediately.
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Read more about drug overdose here. General symptoms of a drug overdose, whether intentionally induced or not, include:
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• nausea
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• vomiting
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• dizziness
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• hallucination
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• seizures
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• turning blue
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High-Alert Orthodox Medications

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As mentioned, any medication, even milder ones than those discussed above, can cause harm when used improperly. Because of this, it is vital to remember to stay safe at all times.
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You can start by being strict about staying within any guidelines given by your professional health care provider or caregiver. They are here to help us, not hinder or harm! So please, only take as directed.
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