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Definition
Analgesic
Percocet, Roxicet, Endocet
5-10mg with 325mg
Avoid with alcohol
Dizziness, Drowsiness, constipation
habit forming |
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Definition
Analgesic
Lortab, Norco, Vicodin, Lorcet
5-10mg with 300-325mg
Avoid with alcohol and MAOI
Dizziness, drowsiness, constipation
habit forming |
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Definition
Analgesic
Ultram (ER), Ryzolt
50mg IR, 100-300mg ER
May potentiate effects of CNS depressents/MAOIs/tricyclic antidepressants
Dizzines, nausea, constipation, cns stimulation,
drowsiness, avoid alcohol, take with food (effects may be delayed) |
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Definition
Anti-allergy
Flonase
50mcg
synergistic when taken with systemic corticosteroids
nasal burning, epistaxis
therapeutic effects not immediate, take few days to 3 weeks |
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Definition
Singulair
Anti-allergy/Anti-asthmatic
10mg
not indicated for acute asthma attacks
headache, flu, cough
For chronic treatment of asthma |
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Definition
Proventil, Ventolin, Proair
Anti-asthmatic
90mcg
AVOID MAOI's
Nausea, vomiting, headache
Do not take more frequently than recommended |
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Definition
Amoxil, Moxitag, trimox
Antibiotic
250mg, 500mg capsules, 875 tablets, 125/5mL and 250/5mL suspension
Changes in GI flora may disrupt oral contraceptives
DIARRHEA, RASH
take on an empty stomach, complete full course of therapy |
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Definition
Antibiotic (macrolide)
Zithromax, Zmax
250mg, 500mg, 100/5mL, 200/5mL
Antacids slow absorption
DIARRHEA, nausea
tablets and suspensions with food, Zmax on an empty stomach, avoid antacids |
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Term
| Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim |
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Definition
Antibiotic
Bactrim, Septra
800/160, 400/80mg==
May decrease effects of cyclosporine, not for use <2yo
DIARRHEA, RASH, light sensitivity
take on empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after) |
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Definition
Anti-anxiety
ativan
0.5, 1, 2mg
drowsiness, dizziness, weakness
may be habit forming, avoid alcohol |
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Definition
Anti-anxiety agent
Xanax (XR)
0.25, 0.5, 1mg, 2mg, (0.5-3mg ER)
Oral contraceptives increase effects of alprazolam
drowsiness and hypotension
habit forming, avoid with alcohol |
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Definition
Coumadin, Jantoven
anti-coagulants
1-10mg
ENHANCED EFFECTS WITH ETOH, AND OTHER CYP3A4 METABOLIZERS. Contraindicated in pregnancy (X)
Unusual or unexpected BLEEDING, and FEVER
Avoid alcohol and aspirin |
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Definition
Depakote (ER)
anticonvulsant/antipsychotics
125, 250, 500mg
Contraindicated with hepatic disease
Nasea, asthenia, somnolence
drowsiness will increase with alcohol |
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Definition
Neurontin, Gralise
Anticonvulsant, anti-neuralgic
100mg-800mg, 300-600mg ER
Antacids decrease bioavailability
Somnolence, dizziness, ataxia
Avoid alcohol, do not abruptly discontinue |
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Definition
Cymbalta
Anti-depressant
20-60mg
AVOID MAOIS, WATCH FOR SUICIDAL TENDENCIES
Nausea, dry mouth, constipation
May cause drowsiness, avoid alcohol |
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Definition
Elavil
Anti-depressant
10mg-150mg
AVOID WITH MAOIS
Tachycardia, dry mouth, vomiting
may cause drowsiness, avoid alcohol |
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Definition
Celexa
Antidepressant
10-40mg
AVOID MAOIS, WATCH FOR SUICIDAL TENDENCIES
Nausea, dry mouth, somnolence
do not abruptly discontinue |
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Definition
Prozac, Sarafem
Antidepressant
10-40mg
AVOID MAOIS, WATCH FOR SUICIDAL TENDENCIES
Nausea, headache
may cause drowsiness, increase suicidal thoughts |
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Definition
Zoloft
antidepressant
25-100mg
AVOID MAOIS, WATCH FOR SUICIDAL TENDENCIES
Nausea, diarrhea
avoid alcohol, do not stop therapy before consultation with physician |
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Definition
desyrel
Antidepressant
50-150mg
Avoid grapefruit juice
PRIAPISM, drowsiness, dry mouth hypotension, avoid alcohol
take with food to increase absorption |
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Definition
Lantus
Anti-diabetic
100 units/mL
Decreased hypoglycemic effects with corticosteroids
Pain at the injection site
Follow diet closely |
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Definition
Glucophage (XR), Glumetza, Riomet
500-1000mg
Plasma levels increased with lasix, alcohol increases lactate metabolism
LACTIC ACIDOSIS
take with meals, avoid alcohol |
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Definition
Klonipin
Antiepileptic (anti-anxiety)
0.5-2mg
CNS depression exacerbated with CNS depressants
Drowsiness, ataxia, fatigue
Avoid alcohol, habit forming |
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Definition
Lipitor
Anti-hyperlipidemic
10-80mg
May increase digoxin levels, grapefruit juice increases concentration
constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence
Contact physician if myopathy occurs, avoid overexposure to sunlight, pregnancy category X |
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Definition
Pravachol
Antihyperlipidemic
10-80mg
RHABDOMYOLYSIS, rash
Contact physician if myopathy occurs, avoid too much sunlight, Pregnancy category X |
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Definition
Zocor
Antihyperlipidemic
10-80mg
AVOID CYP3A4 INHIBITORS; GRAPEFRUIT JUICE
RHABDOMYOLYSIS, constipation
Contact physician if myopathy occurs, avoid too much sun, pregnancy category X |
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Term
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Definition
Catapres/Nexiclon XR
0.1-0.3mg
decreased BP control when used with tricyclics
dry mouth, dry eyes, drowsiness, dizziness
May be taken with food if GI upset |
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Definition
Coreg (CR)
Antihypertensive
3.25-25mg, (10-80mg CR)
Rifampin decreases plasma levels, avoid with patietnes with NYHA
dizziness, diarrhea, bradycardia
take with food to reduce orthostatic hypotension |
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Definition
Zestoretic, Prinzide
Antihypertensive
10/12.5, 20/12.5, 20/25mg
DIGITALIS INDUCED ARRHYTHMIAS
dizziness, headache, fatigue
take in AM
avoid sunlight |
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Definition
Tenormin
Antihypertensives
25-100mg
MAY DECREASE EFFECTS OF CLONIDINE, TOXICITY INCREASED WITH VERAPAMIL
dizziness, fatigue, drowsiness
avoid abrupt withdrawal from therapy |
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Definition
Lopressor
antihypertensive
25-100mg
toxicity increased with VERAPAMIL
dizziness, fatigue, depression
Take with food to increase absorption |
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Definition
Toprol-XR
Antihypertensive
25-200mg
Toxiity increased with VERAPAMIL
dizziness, fatigue, depression
Take with food to increase absorption |
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Definition
Cozaar
Antihypertensive
25-100mg
no significant interactions
upper respiratory infection, diarrhea, dizziness
avoid taking while pregnant (D) |
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Definition
Zestril, Prinivil
Antihypertensive
2.5-40mg
decreased effect with indomethacin
dizziness, headache, fatigue
take without regard to meals, avoid while pregnant (D). avoid OTC cough/cold |
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Definition
Norvasc
Antihypertensive
2.5-10mg
may increase simvastatin levels
Edema, flushing, headache
Take without regard to meals, avoid while pregnant (D), avoid OTC cough/cold |
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Definition
Mobic
NSAID
7.5-15mg
decrease the effects of ACE inhibitors. caution with renal failure
GI problems
may require up to 2 weeks to improve
shake suspension well |
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Definition
Motrin
NSAID
400-800mg
Aspirin increases plasma concentration
indigestion, constipation, RASH
may need 2 weeks to see results, may take with food |
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Term
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Definition
Deltasone
Steroidal anti-inflammatory
2.5-50mg
avoid immunizations on immunosuppressive doses of prednisone
blurred vision, upset stomach, nausea
UD, do not discontinue abruptly |
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Term
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Definition
Flomax
Anti-inflammatory (prostate)
0.4mg
Cimetidine decreases clearance, should rule out prostate carcinoma
dizziness, headache, rhinitis, infection
take dose 30 minutes following same meal every day, may cause dizziness |
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Term
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Definition
Zantac
Antisecretory
150, 300mg, 15mg/mL
may decrease warfarin and lidocaine clearance
ABDOMINAL PAIN, headache, dizziness
May be taken with food. effervescent tablets MUST be dissolved in water |
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Definition
Nexium
Antisecretory
20, 40mg
increases plasma levels of diazepam
headache, diarrhea, constipation or nausea
Take at least 60 minutes prior to food |
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Term
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Definition
Prilosec
Antisecretory
10, 20, 40mg
increases levels of diazepam, phenytoin, warfarin
rare back pain, rash
Take 30 minutes prior to eating, can take antacids at the same time |
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Term
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Definition
Protonix
Antisecretory
20, 40mg
no drug interactions despite CYP metabolism
Rare diarrhea, rash, headache
may be taken without regard to meals, swallow tablet whole, do not split |
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Definition
Lasix
Diuretic
20-80mg
AUDITORY TOXICIYT IWTH AMINOGLYCOSIDES, DIGITALIS INDUCED ARRHYTHMIAS
HEARING LOSS, WEAKNESS, MUSCLE CRAMPS, ANEMIA
may be taken with food, may cause orthostatic hypotension |
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Definition
Microzide
diuretic
12.5, 25mg
DIGITALIS INDUCED ARRHYTHMIAS
MUSCLE CRAMPS, WEAKNESS
Avoid excess sunlight, may take with food |
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Term
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Definition
K-Dur, Klor-con, Micro-K
8, 10, 15, 20 mEQ
avoid in patients with hyperkalemia
diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, hyperkalemia
take with meals and w/ full glass of water. only K-dur may be split |
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Definition
Plavix
Hematological agents
75mg
may predispose occult blood loss in patients taking NSAIDS. contraindicated in patients with peptic ulcers
URTI, chest pain, headache
contact physician if infection symptoms arise. do not take with omeprazole |
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Term
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Definition
Levoxyl, synthroid, levothyroid
Hormone (thyroid)
25-300mcg
increase the effects of oral anticoags
adverse effects rare
do not discontinue therapy, transient hair loss in children |
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Term
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Definition
Flexeril, Amrix, Fexmid
5,7.5,10mg
enhances effects of other CNS depressants. do not take with CHF
drowsiness, dizziness, and dry mouth
avoid alcohol |
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Term
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Definition
Ambien
sedative
5-10mg, 6.25-12.5mg ER
effects increased with other CNS depressants
headache, drowsiness, dry mouth
CR tabs to be swallowed whole. may cause drowsiness |
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Term
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Definition
| analgesics, sedatives, anti-anxiety, anticonvulsants, clonidine, atenolol |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| do not take with CYP3A4 inhibitors |
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Definition
| Simvastatin, warfarin, pantoprazole, trazodone |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| Don't take with omeprazole |
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Definition
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Term
| avoid taking with OTC cough or cold medications |
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Definition
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Term
| take with food to increase absorption |
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Definition
| Metoprolol, trazodone, azithromycin, metformin |
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Term
| contact physician if muscle weakness occurs |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| montelukast, statins, zolpidem |
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Term
| don't take with hepatic failure |
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Definition
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Term
| increases effects of oral anticoagulants |
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| metformin, metoprolol, trazodone, potassium |
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Term
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Definition
| omeprazole, esomeprazole, tamsulosin (after) |
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Term
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Definition
| HCTZ, lisinopril with HCTZ, statins |
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Term
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Definition
| analgesics, anticonvulsants, antianxiety, duloxetine, amitriptyline, warfarine, sertraline, metformin, cyclobenzaprine |
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Term
| DIGITALIS INDUCED ARRHYTHMIAS |
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Definition
| diuretics, lisinopril with HCTZ |
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Term
| AUDITORY TOXICITY WITH AMINOGLYCOSIDES |
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Definition
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Definition
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| toxicity increased with VERAPAMIL |
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Definition
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Definition
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| antidepressants (trazodone exception), albuterol, hydrocodone, tramadol |
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