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dino - metoprolol
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09/08/2010

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Term
generic name "Lopressor"
Definition
metoprolol tartrate
Term
Trade name "metoprolol"
Definition
Lopressor
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol)
classification
Definition
antihypertensive/beta blocker
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol)
usual dosage & route
Definition
25-100mg PO qday in 1-2divided doses
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol)
dosage/route/frequency
Definition
25mg PO BID
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol)
reason why PT on this Rx
Definition
HTN
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol)
how does the Rx work
Definition
blocks stimulation of beta-adrenergic receptors, dec. BP and HR
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol)
side effects
Definition
Bradycardia
CHF
pulmonary edema
fatigure
weakness
erectile dysfunction (ed)
hypotension
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol)
Nursing actions
Definition
assess BP & Pulse
monitor I&O
Wt. changes
s/s CHF (dyspnea, crackles, WT gain, peripheral edema, JVD.
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol)
Pt. teaching on Rx
Definition
Rx name
purpose
dosage, frequency
assessing BP and Pulse
change positions slowly
notify MD for s/s of CHF
limit intake of caffeinated drinks.
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol)
Rx that may interact with Lopressor
Definition
Lasix --> hypotension
Digoxin - bradycardia
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol): onset
Definition
15 min
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol): peak
Definition
unknown
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol): duration
Definition
6-12hrs
Term
Lopressor (metoprolol): haft life
Definition
3-7hrs
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