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Term
Eye drop requiring refrigeration for storage.
Definition
Xalatan
Term
Brand name for Moxifloxicin.
Definition
Vigamox
Term
Eye drop used to treat glaucoma.
Definition
Xalatan
Term
Generic name for Patanol.
Definition
Olopatadine
Term
Brand name for Latanoprost.
Definition
Xalatan
Term
Two Non-Dihydropyridine CCB’s.
Definition
Diltiazam & Verapamil
Term
Ace-inhibitor available as Prinivil and Zestril.
Definition
Lisinopril
Term
Alpha-agonist available as tablet or patch.
Definition
Catapres
Term
Dihydropyridine CCB.
Definition
Amlodipine
Term
ACE Inhibitor Altace.
Definition
Ramipril
Term
Brand name for selective Beta 1 blocker Tenormin.
Definition
Atenolol
Term
Brand name for Valsartan and HCTZ.
Definition
Diovan HCT
Term
The medication requires monitoring INR.
Definition
Coumadin
Term
Very important counseling point is sit down before taking.
Definition
Nitroglycerin
Term
Generic name for Plavix.
Definition
Clopidogrel.
Term
Indicated for angina.
Definition
Imdur.
Term
Indicated for ventricular arrhythmias.
Definition
Amiodarone
Term
Main side effect is flushing.
Definition
Niacin
Term
Brand name of Fenofibrate.
Definition
Tricor
Term
Brand name of Simvastatin and Ezetimibe.
Definition
Vytorin
Term
Signs and symptoms of myopathy should be reported while taking.
Definition
Statins
Term
Lowers TGL, should be taken before meals.
Definition
Lopid
Term
Loop diuretic?
Definition
Lasix
Term
Sun sensitivity should be dicussed with patients.
Definition
Hydrochlorothiazide
Term
Brand name of Triamterene and HCTZ.
Definition
Diazide
Term
Potassium-sparing diuretic.
Definition
Spironalactone
Term
Brand name of Furosemide.
Definition
Lasix
Term
Two meds used as rescue.
Definition
Albuterol and Xopenex
Term
Two meds classified as beta-agonists.
Definition
Albuterol and Xopenex
Term
Solution form of beta-agonist that should be protected from light.
Definition
Xopenex
Term
Asthma maintenance med containing Fluticasone and Salmeterol.
Definition
Advair
Term
Can't be crushed or chewed.
Definition
Tessalon (pearls)
Term
Corticosteroid for asthma available as HFA inhaler and diskus.
Definition
Flovent
Term
Corticosteroid for asthma available as respules for inhalation.
Definition
Pulmicort
Term
ACh antagonist available as Handihaler.
Definition
Spiriva
Term
Two meds in Duoneb solution and Combivent MDI.
Definition
Albuterol and Ipatropium
Term
Leukotriene anatagonist indicated for allergic rhinitis.
Definition
Singulair
Term
Anti-allergy nasal spray that may cause drowsiness.
Definition
Astelin
Term
Two anti-histamines indicated for pruritis and anxiety.
Definition
Vistaril and Atarax
Term
Combo anti-histamine/anti-tussive that has black box warning for children < 2y/o.
Definition
Phenergan w/ Codeine
Term
Brand name for Levocetirizine.
Definition
Xyzal
Term
Anti-tussive/anti-mine that should be shaken well.
Definition
Tussionex
Term
Nasal spray classified as anti-histamine.
Definition
Astelin
Term
Onset to full action takes three weeks.
Definition
Intranasal steroids
Term
Brand name of triamcinolone.
Definition
Nasacort AQ
Term
Long acting insulin that should be administered at bedtime.
Definition
Lantus
Term
Two insulins classified as rapid acting.
Definition
Humalog and Novolog
Term
Insulin is available as 70/30 and 50/50?
Definition
Humulin
Term
3 sulfonylureas.
Definition
Glipizide, Glyburide, Glimepiride
Term
Two medications contained in Glucovance?
Definition
Glyburide and Metformin
Term
Most prominent side effect of this biguandide is diarrhea.
Definition
Metformin
Term
Medication classified as a TZD.
Definition
Actos
Term
Incretin mimetic that cannot be used in Type 1 Diabetes.
Definition
Byetta
Term
Can cause lactic acidosis.
Definition
Metformin
Term
Incretin mimetic available as SQ injection?
Definition
Byetta
Term
Two 250 mg tabs should not be substituted for one 500mg tab.
Definition
Augmetnin
Term
Has a 5-16% cross-sensitivity with penicillin.
Definition
Cephalosproins
Term
Macrolide antibiotic.
Definition
Azithromax
Term
Should not be used if pt. has sulfa allergy.
Definition
Bactrim
Term
3rd generation cephalosporin that shouldn’t be taken with antacids.
Definition
Omnicef
Term
Counseling points - wear sunscreen, drink water, no antacids.
Definition
Fluoroquinolones
Term
Indicated for UTI’s and should be taken with food.
Definition
Macrobid
Term
Should always have “do not drink alcohol” sticker.
Definition
Flagyl
Term
Indicated for herpes zoster and genital herpes.
Definition
Acyclovir and Valacyclovir
Term
2 meds known as H-2 antagonists and also available OTC.
Definition
Ranitide and Pepcid
Term
For constipation, takes 2 to 4 weeks to take effect.
Definition
Miralax
Term
Indicated for diabetic gastroparesis, increases GI Motility.
Definition
Reglan
Term
Anti-emetic also used as antihistamine, shouldn’t be used in child <2 y/o.
Definition
Phenergan
Term
Cessation of sweating is common side effect with these two anti-cholinergic/anti-spasmodic drugs used in IBS.
Definition
Bentyl and Levsin
Term
Two counseling points for this class of drugs - can take with antacids, don’t crush or chew.
Definition
PPIs
Term
Med used for malaria.
Definition
Plaquenil
Term
Brand name of Omeprazole.
Definition
Prilosec
Term
PPI with granules/powder for injection and tablets are dosage forms.
Definition
Protonix
Term
PPI with oral disintegrating tablet as available dosage form.
Definition
Prevacid
Term
Brand name for Esomeprazole.
Definition
Nexium
Term
This 2% ointment and cream indicated for treatment of ??? bacteria.
Definition
Bactroban
Term
Indicated for relief of pain associated w/ post herpatic neuralgia.
Definition
Lidoderm
Term
Brand name for Fluocinodide, available as emollient.
Definition
Lidex
Term
Brand name for Cicloprox?
Definition
Loprox
Term
Treat fungal infections caused by Candida albicans?
Definition
Nystatin
Term
Adrenocorticoid used for available as DosePak.
Definition
Methylprednisolone
Term
Should drink water and avoid alcohol, indicated for gout.
Definition
Allopurinol
Term
Last COX-2 inhibitor.
Definition
Celebrex
Term
NSAID, generic of Naprosyn?
Definition
Naproxen
Term
Generic for Voltaren.
Definition
Diclofenac
Term
Transdermal patch for chronic pain, should be changed every 72 hrs.
Definition
Fentanyl
Term
Generic of Norco, Vicodin, Lortab, Lorcet.
Definition
Hydrocodone/APAP
Term
Max suggested daily dose is 3 grams.
Definition
Tylenol
Term
Sought by drug abusers due to MOA.
Definition
Tramadol
Term
Indicated for severe pain and detoxification from drug addiction.
Definition
Methadone
Term
May cause drowsiness, constipation, and respiratory depression.
Definition
Opioids
Term
Muscle relaxant indicated for spasticity.
Definition
Tizanidine
Term
Muscle relaxant that causes drop in BP, has structure like Clonidine.
Definition
Tizanidine
Term
Brand name for Carisiprodol and Cyclobenzaprine.
Definition
Soma and Flexiril
Term
Has an SR and XL form.
Definition
Wellbutrin
Term
Has an off-label indication for sleep.
Definition
Trazodone
Term
Classified as a TCA, original antidepressant.
Definition
Amitriptyline
Term
SNRI’s.
Definition
Effexor, Cymbalta, Pristiq
Term
Brand names for Paroxetine, Fluoxetine, and Citalopram.
Definition
Paxil, Prozac, Celexa
Term
Therapeutic and toxic levels are very close to each other.
Definition
Lithium
Term
Generic for Clozaril.
Definition
Clozepine
Term
Black box warning for agranulocytosis.
Definition
Clozaril
Term
Brand names for Risperidone and Quetiapine?
Definition
Risperdal and Seroquel
Term
Atypical antipsychotic, generic starts with Z.
Definition
Geodon (Ziprasidone)
Term
Not a benzodiapine.
Definition
Buspar
Term
Brand names for Alprazolam and Lorazepam.
Definition
Xanax and Ativan
Term
Benzodiazepine indicated for short term relief of insomnia.
Definition
Restoril
Term
Brand names for Eszopiclone and Zolpidem?
Definition
Lunesta and Ambien
Term
Indicated for epilepsy, has black box warning for distinctive rash.
Definition
Lamictal
Term
Can cause gum enlargement w/o good dental hygene.
Definition
Dilantin
Term
Carbonic Anhydrase inhibitor, also has indications for headache.
Definition
Topamax
Term
Use for seizures, generic name sounds like a CCB.
Definition
Trileptal (Oxycarbazepine)
Term
Also used to treat diabetic neurophagic pain and post herpetic neuralgia.
Definition
Lyrica
Term
Form of methylphenidate, may leave dosage form in stool.
Definition
Concerta
Term
Mixture of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine.
Definition
Adderall
Term
C-IV medication indicated for narcolepsy in adults.
Definition
Provigil
Term
Obesity management drug available in tabs and caps.
Definition
Phenterimine
Term
2 meds including methylphenidate.
Definition
Concerta and Ritalin
Term
Indicated for acute treatment of migraine headaches.
Definition
Imitrex
Term
Anti-histamine also available OTC and prevents nausea/vomiting.
Definition
Antivert
Term
Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor for Alzheimer’s, should be taken at bedtime.
Definition
Aricept
Term
For Parkinson’s, contains methyldopa and carbidopa.
Definition
Sinemet
Term
For Parkinson’s, has indication for RLS and immediate active form.
Definition
Requip
Term
What to do if forgot two doses of BC pills.
Definition
Take 2 tabs for the next 2 days.Use backup contraception.
Term
What to do if you miss 3 or more doses of BC pills.
Definition
Stop and throw ouyt current pack. Start new pack in 7 days.Use backup contraception.
Term
BC stored in refrigerator.
Definition
Nuvaring
Term
Synthetic Thyroid Hormone, generic = Levothyroxine.
Definition
Synthroid
Term
HRT patch that should be changed twice a week.
Definition
Vivelle Dot
Term
Contains conjugated estrogens and medroxyprogesterone acetate.
Definition
Premarin/Prempro
Term
Bisphosphonate, requires pt. to sit up 30min after taking.
Definition
Fosamax
Term
Intake of 40-150mEg per day for this “vitamin”.
Definition
Potassium chloride
Term
Generic name for Drisdol.
Definition
Vitamin D
Term
Mechanism of action for Doxazosin, Terazosin, and Tamsulosin.
Definition
Alpha-agonist
Term
2 meds used to treat urinary incontinence.
Definition
Detrol and Ditropan
Term
5-alpha reductase inhibitor, pregnant women shouldn’t touch.
Definition
Finasteride
Term
Urinary tract analgesic, can cause discoloration in urine, 2 day limit.
Definition
Pyridium
Term
Class of drugs that shouldn’t be taken with nitrates?
Definition
Phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitors
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