PHP 317- Drug Quiz #1
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mshurtleff on September 20, 2010
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Metformin Hydrochloride | Antidiabetic...Glucophage |
| Metformin Hydrochloride Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 500mg, 850mg, 1000mg Lower Blood Glucose Levels |
| Metformin Hydrochloride Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | Lacti acidosis, metallic taste, bloating, take with meals (morning), stay hydrated |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Antihyperlipidemic....Crestor |
| Rosuvastiatin Calcium Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | myalgia, no pregnant or alcohol, skip missed does if 8hrs has lapsed |
| Warfarin Sodium | Anticoagulant (stops blood clotting)...Coumadin |
| Warfarin Sodium Doasge and Indications | Tablets: 1mg, 2mg, 2.5mg, 3mg, 4mg, 5mg, 6mg, 7.5mg, 10mg Powder: 2mg/2.5mL Potent Anticoagulant Medication |
| Warfarin Sodium Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | unusual bleeding, avoid alcohol and aspirin, don't stop or begin other medication without asking dr. |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Hormone/Thyroid...Synthroid/Levoxyl, Levothroid |
| Levothyroxine Sodium Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 25, 50, 75, 88, 100, 112, 125, 137, 150, 175, 200, 300mcg Injection: 200mcg and 500mcg per vial Replace thyroid function |
| Levothyroxine Sodium Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | overdose, hair loss, and don't stop without asking dr. |
| Amoxicillin | Antibiotic...Amoxil |
| Amoxicillin Dosage and Indications | Chewable Tablets: 125mg and 250mg Tablets: 500mg, 775mg, and 875mg Capsules: 250mg and 500mg Powder (oral):50mg, 125mg, 200mg, 250mg, and 400mg all per 5mL Kills Bacteria |
| Amoxicillin Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | Vomit/Diarrhea, Rash, Hives, Itch, take on EMPTY stomach with full glass of water, complete full therapy, keep refrigerated and discard after 14 days |
| Clopidogrel | Hematological Agent...Plavix |
| Clopidogrel Dosage and Indications | 75mg and 300mg Reduces atherosclerotic events (thickening of artery wall from build up of fatty acids) |
| Clopidogrel Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | upper resp tract infection, allergic reaction, take without regard to meals, bleeding time increased |
| Hydrocodone | Opiod Analgesic (reduce pain)....Vicodin and Lortab |
| Hydrocodone Dosage and Indications | See chart and take as needed (1 to 2 tabs or 3 teaspoons every 4 to 6 hrs) |
| Hydrocodone Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | Dizziness, Constipation, Nausea, HABIT forming, avoid alcohol |
| Atorvastatin | antihyperlipidemic...Lipitor |
| Atorvastatin Doasge and Indications | Tablets:10mg, 20mg, 40mg, and 80mg Reduces elevated cholesterol |
| Atorvastatin Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | constipation, diarrhea, follow diet, avoid sun and alcohol, avoid becoming pregnant |
| Simvastatin | Antihyperlipidemic...Zocor |
| Simvastatin Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, and 80mg Reduce elevated cholesterol |
| Simvastatin Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | constipation, follow diet, avoid sun, don't become pregnant, limit alcohol, NO GRAPEFRUIT JUICE |
| Lisinopril | Antihypertensive...Zestril and Prinivil |
| Lisinopril Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 30mg, and 40mg lowers high blood pressure |
| Lisinopril Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | Dizziness, Headaches, Fatigue, NO salt substitues, avoid non-prescription meds, watch for signs of swelling |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Gastric Antisecretory...Nexium |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium Dosage and Indications | Capsules: 20mg and 40mg Granules: 10mg, 20mg, and 40mg Powder for Injection: 20mg and 40mg Esophagitis, Gastro Reflux Disease, and Gastric Ulcers |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | eat 60 minutes prior to eating, swallow whole, can take antacids at same time, can mix granules with water |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Antihypertensive...Toprol-XL |
| Metoprolol Succinate Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, and 200mg Lower high blood pressure |
| Metoprolol Succinate Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | shortness of breath, bradycardia, let dr. know if you have hear failure, take with food, don't take crushed or chewed, DIABETES PATIENTS-masks hypoglycemic symptoms |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Antihypertensive...Lopressor |
| Metoprolol Tartrate Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg Injection: 5mg/5mL Manage hypertension |
| Metoprolol Tartrate Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | shortness of breath, depression, bradycardia, DIABETES PATIENTS-masks hypoglycemic symptoms |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Diuretic...HCTZ |
| Hydrochlorothiazide Dosage and Indications | Capsules: 12.5mg Tablets: 25mg and 50mg heart failure and renal dysfunction |
| Hydrochlorothiazide Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | muscle cramps, GI distress, blurred vision, take in EARLY AM, avoid sun |
| Furosemide | Diuretic...Lasix renal disease and cirrhosis of liver |
| Furosemide Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 20mg, 40mg, and 80mg Oral Solution: 10mg/mL(orange) and 40mg/5mL Injection: 10mg/mL |
| Furosemide Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | hearing loss, anemia, take in EARLY AM, orthostatic hypotension (dizzy spells) |
| Albuterol Sulfate | Antiasthmatic....Proair HFA |
| Albuterol Sulfate Dosage and Indications | HFA Inhaler: 108mcg per spray Solution: 0.5% concentrated and 0.083% unit dose Relieft of bronchospasm, prevent bronchospasms, and prevent exercise induced bronchospasms |
| Albuterol Sulfate Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | tremor, tachycardia, palpitations, don't take more than recommended |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Antidepressant...Lexapro |
| Escitalopram Oxaltae Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 5mg, 10mg, and 20mg Oral Solution: 5mg/5mL (peppermint) Relieves depression |
| Escitalopram Oxalate Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | ejaculation disorder, insomnia, impair motor skills, avoid alcohol, pay attention to mood changes (suicidal thoughts), might need 2 weeks to show noticeable improvement |
| Amlodipine | Antihypertensive...Norvasc |
| Amlodipine Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 2.5mg, 5mg, and 10mg Treat hypertension |
| Amlodipine Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | flushing, fatigue, ab pain, take without regard to meals, DO NOT take OTC cough/cold meds with consulting dr. |
| Montelukast Sodium | Antiasthmatic...Singular |
| Montelukast Sodium Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 10mg Chewable Tablets (cherry): 4mg and 5mg Granules: 4mg/packet Treats Asthma and Exercise Induced Asthma |
| Montelukast Sodium Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | resemble placebo, treats chronic asthma so take regularly, doesn't treat attacks, contains PHENYLALANINE |
| Azithromycin Dihydrate | Macrolide Antibiotic (fights gram positive bacteria)....Zithromax |
| Azithromycin Dihydrate Dosage and Indications | Tablets: 250mg, 500mg, 600mg Z-Pak: 6-250mg tablets Tri-Pak: 3-500mg tablets Powder: 300mg, 600mg, 900mg, and 1200mg Powder for injection: 500mg (per vial) |
| Azithromycin Dihydrate Adverse Effects and Patient Consultation | *pain at injection site, take without regard to meals, report severe diarrhea, shake well, take missed dose ASAP |
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