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Jim McC
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Nursing
Undergraduate 1
02/22/2012

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Captopril –
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ACE inhibitor-used for the treatment of hypertension and some types of congestive heart failure.
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Lorazepam x
Definition
Benzodiazepines – all five intrinsic benzodiazepine effects: anxiolytic, amnesic, sedative/hypnotic, anticonvulsant, antiemetic and muscle relaxant.
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Propranolol
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Beta Blocker – Sympatholytics are used to treat hypertension, anxiety and panic.
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Cephalosporin/ Cefazolin
Definition
is mainly used to treat bacterial infections of the skin.
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Furosemide
Definition
Loop diuretic –
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Morphine
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Narcotic –
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Ibuprophen
Definition
NSAIDS –
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Aspirin
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Salicylates –
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Sertraline
Definition
ZOLOFT; Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors – SSRI
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Lovastatin
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Statins – lowers cholesterol
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Propofol
Definition
has been referred to as "milk of amnesia"
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Baclofen
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Antispastic, muscle relaxant
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Colchicine
Definition
Antigout (preventative)
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Probenecid
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Used after gout attack, reduces uric acid
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Allopurinol
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antigout. prevent attacks, uric acid nephropathy during chemo, hyperuricemia secondary to malignancies
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Ketorolac/Toradol
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NSAID. short term pain mgt.
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Zofran
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antiemetic
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Cyclobenziprine/Flexeril
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Muscle relaxant/ antispasm
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Corticosteriods/Flovent, Aerobid
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antiasthmatics. Locally acting anti-inflammatory
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Midazolam
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Sedative, pre-op
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Fentanyl
Definition
opioid. moderate to severe chronic pain
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Lexapro
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(escitalopram) is used to treat anxiety and major depressive disorder.
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EMLA cream
Definition
Lidocaine/prilocaine eutectic mixture is marketed as a 5% oil-in-water emulsion incorporated in a cream base
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Guardasil
Definition
is a vaccine for use in the prevention of certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV)
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ceftriaxone
Definition
third-generation cephalosporin effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Used for gonnorhea.
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Hematocrit is
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a blood test that measures the percentage of the volume of whole blood that is made up of red blood cells.
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Mylicon (Simethicone)
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used to treat the symptoms of gas such as uncomfortable or painful pressure, fullness, and bloating.
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musinex
Definition
used to relieve chest congestion. Expectorant.
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Cyclobenzaprine
Definition
Flexeril Muscle relaxant
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Dexamethasone
Definition
a corticosteroid, is similar to a natural hormone produced by your adrenal glands. It often is used to replace this chemical when your body does not make enough of it. It relieves inflammation (swelling, heat, redness, and pain) and is used to treat certain forms of arthritis; skin, blood, kidney, eye, thyroid, and intestinal disorders (e.g., colitis); severe allergies; and asthma. Dexamethasone is also used to treat certain types of cancer.
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Esomeprazole
Definition
Nexium, used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD),
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Gabapentin
Definition
was originally developed for the treatment of epilepsy, and currently is also used to relieve neuropathic pain.
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Albuterol:
Definition
Adrenergic bronchodilator.
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Bisacodyl
Definition
Dulcolax; used on a short-term basis to treat constipation. It also is used to empty the bowels before surgery and certain medical procedures. Bisacodyl is in a class of medications called stimulant laxatives. It works by increasing activity of the intestines to cause a bowel movement.
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Diphenhydramine:
Definition
Benedryl.  used to relieve red, irritated, itchy, watery eyes; sneezing; and runny nose caused by hay fever, allergies, or the common cold.
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Lactulose
Definition
a synthetic sugar used to treat constipation. It is broken down in the colon into products that pull water out from the body and into the colon. This water softens stools. Lactulose is also used to reduce the amount of ammonia in the blood of patients with liver disease. It works by drawing ammonia from the blood into the colon where it is removed from the body.
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Ondansetron
Definition
Zofran; used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery. Ondansetron is in a class of medications called serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the action of serotonin, a natural substance that may cause nausea and vomiting.
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Roxicodone
Definition
Oxycodone; used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone is in a class of medications called opiate (narcotic) analgesics. It works by changing the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain. Oxycodone is also available in combination with acetaminophen (Endocet, Percocet, Roxicet, Tylox,
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