Term
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Definition
clopidogrel
(prevents blood clots)
-avoid aspirin and NSAIDs unless directed
-seek medical attention for unusual bleeding or bruising |
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Term
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Definition
warfarin
(prevents blood clots)
-avoid aspirin and NSAIDs
-seek medical attention for unusual bleeding or bruising
-keep consumption of green leafy vegetables constant
-avoid cranberry juice
-many drug interactions |
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Term
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Definition
furosemide
(Edema, Hypertension, Heart Failure)
-Sun Sensitivity
-Dizziness/ Low BP
-Avoid taking at bedtime (increases urination) |
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Term
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Definition
hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
(Edema, Hypertension)
-Sun Sensitivity
-Dizziness/ Low BP |
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Term
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Definition
HCTZ/triamterene
(Edema, Hypertension)
-Sun Sensitivity
-Dizziness/ Low BP
-Avoid K+ Salt Substitutes
-Take with food |
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Term
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Definition
lisinopril
(Hypertension, Heart Failure or Post Heart Attack, not FDA approved for diabetic nephropathy)
-avoid in pregnancy
-dizziness
-dry cough
-headache
-report swelling or difficulty breathing
-avoid K+ salt substitutes |
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Term
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Definition
valsartan
(Hypertension, Post Heart Attack, Heart Failure)
-Avoid in Pregnancy
-Headache
-Avoid K+ Salt Substitutes |
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Term
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Definition
amlodipine
(Hypertension, Prevent Chest Pain)
-Swelling
-Headache
-Flushing |
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Term
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Definition
metoprolol
(Hypertension, Prevent Chest Pain, Post Heart Attack)
-Low Heart Rate
-dizziness
-diarrhea
-depression
-fatigue
-take with food |
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Term
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Definition
clonidine
(Hypertension)
-drowsiness
FOR TABLET
-dry mouth
-constipation
-rebound htn if discontinued
FOR PATCH
-apply to hairless area on upper arm or chest
-rotate sites
-do not cut patch
-apply cover if patch loosens |
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