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Nizoral Shampoo
1%, 2% Shampoo |
Ketoconazole
Antifungal Tinea corporis, tinea pedis, versicolor, dandruff |
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Lamisil Oral
250mg tab |
Terbinafine
Antifungal- onchomycosis Takes several months to be effective SE: HA and nausea |
Antifungal
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Diflucan
Tab: 50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg Susp: 10mg/ml, 40mg/ml |
Fluconazole
Antifungal- candidiasis Take with FOOD |
Antifungal
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Terazol 7
0.4% cream |
Terconazole
Azole antifungal- candida Insert vaginally HS x 7 days |
Azole antifungal
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Valtrex
Cap: 500mg, 1000mg |
Valacyclovir
Antiviral- Herpes zoster (shingles), genital herpes Take with plenty of WATER |
Antiviral
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Metro-gel vaginal
0.75% gel in 70g tube 1% cream |
Metronidazole
Antibiotics- bacterial vaginosis Avoid alcohol |
Antibiotics
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Tequin
Tab: 200mg, 400mg Soln: 200mg, 400mg vials |
Gatifloxacin
Fluoroquinolone- UTI 400mg x 1 or 200mg QD x 3days Drink plenty of WATER Avoid sunlight Avoid antacids, MVI, FE, dairy |
fluoroquinolone
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Avelox
Tab and IV: 400mg |
Moxifloxacin
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic- bacterial infxns |
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
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Ciloxan
0.3% soln |
Ciprofloxacin
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic- eye infection Take contacts off b/f apply |
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic
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Ocuflox
0.3% soln |
Ofloxacin
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics Contacts out b/f application |
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics
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Cipro
Tab: 250mg, 500mg, 750mg RX tab: 500mg, 1000mg Susp: 250-500mg/5ml IV: 200mg, 400mg |
Ciprofloxacin HCL
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics UTI, respiratory tract infxn, gonorrhea Avoid excessive sunlight Drink plenty of water Separate by 6H from Al/Mg antacids Separate by 2H b/f or 2H after Ca, Fe, Zn, and MVI |
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics
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Levaquin
Tab: 250mg, 500mg, 750mg |
Levofloxacin
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics CAP, UTI, chronic bronchitis, skin/structure infxn Separate Fe, Zn, sucralfate, antacids by 2H Avoid prolonged sun exposure |
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics
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Keflex
Cap: 250mg, 500mg Susp: 125mg/ml, 250mg/ml |
Cephalexin
1st generation cephalosporin respiratory tract infxn, otitis media Take on EMPTY stomach with full glass of WATER Report prolonged diarrhea |
1st generation Cephalosporin
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Ceftin
TAb: 125mg, 250mg, 500mg Susp: 125mg/5ml, 250mg/5ml |
Cefuroxime axetil
2nd generation cephalosporin PBS- Pneumonia, Bronchitis, Sinusitis Report prolonged diarrhea |
2nd generation cephalosporin
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Cefzil
Tab: 250mg, 500mg Soln: 125mg/5ml, 250mg/5ml |
Cefprozil
2nd generation cephalosporin BOP- Bronchitis, otitis media, pharyngitis Take on EMPTY stomach |
2nd generation cephalosporin
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Omnicef
Cap: 300mg Soln: 125mg/ml/5ml |
Cefdinir
3rd generation cephalosporin CAP, bronchitis, otitis media, sinusitis & skin infxn |
3rd generation cephalosporin
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Biaxin XL
500mg SR |
Clarithromycin
Macrolide ABS- acute maxillary, bronchitis, sinusitis Take with FOOD |
Macrolide antibiotic
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Zithromax
250mg, 500mg, 600mg |
Azithromycin
Macrolide Mild/moderate infxn, upper/lower respiratory infxn Don't take antacids w/in 1H |
Macrolide
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Amoxil
Cap: 250mg, 500mg Tab: 500mg, 875mg Susp: 50mg/ml, 125mg/5ml, 200mg/5ml, 250mg/5ml, 400mg/5ml |
Amoxicillin
Penicillin antibiotics UTI, otitis media, sinusitis, repiratory, skin infxn Keep suspension in fridge Take with FOOD if GI upset |
Penicillin
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Augmentin
Tab: 250/125, 500/125, 875/125 Chew tabs: 125/31.25, 200/28.5, 250/62.5, 400/57 XR: 1000/62.5mg Susp: 125/31.25mg per 5ml, 200/28.5 per 5ml, 250/62.5 per 5ml, 400/57mg per 5ml |
Amoxicillin/clavulanate potassium
Penicillin antibiotic Otitis media, sinusitis, lower respiratory, skin & UTI Take w/ Food/milk if GI upset Shake suspension b/f use Keep refridgerated Complete entire course |
Penicillin antibiotic
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Bactrim DS
Tab: 800mg/160mg |
Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim
Sulfonamide antibiotics BUT- Bronchitis, UTI, traveler's diarrhea |
Sulfonamide antibiotic
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Veetids
Tab: 250mg, 500mg Soln: 125mg/5ml, 250mg/5ml |
Penicillin V Potassium
ROS- respiratory tract infxn, otitis media, sinusitis Take with FOOD if GI upset |
Penicillin antibiotics
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Macrobid
Cap: 100mg |
Nitrofurantoin
Macrolide-UTI Take with FOOD or milk Discolor Urine Notify MD if chest pain, nonproductive cough persist |
Macrolide antibiotics
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Duragesic
25mcg/h, 50mcg/hr, 75mcg/hr, 100mcg/hr, 200mcg/hr |
Fentanyl
Narcotic analgesic -chronic pain 1 patch Q 72H SE: sedation, dizziness, constipation Avoid alcohol |
Narcotic analgesic
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Vicoprofen
7.5mg/200mg |
Hydrocodone and ibuprofen
Narcotic analgesic- pain and inflammation SE: Drowsiness, Avoid alcohol |
Narcotic analgesic
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Vicodin (CIII)
Tab: 5/500mg |
Hydrocodone/ acetaminophen
Narcotic analgesic- moderate to severe pain SE: drowsiness, avoid alcohol |
Narcotic analgesic
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Roxicet (CII)
Cap: 5/325mg, 5/500mg Oral soln: 5/325mg per 5ml |
Oxycodone/acetaminophen
Narcotic analgesic- moderate to severe pain SE: Drowsiness, avoid alcohol |
Narcotic analgesic
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OxyContin (CII)
Tab: 10, 20, 40, 80, 160mg |
Oxycodone
Narcotic analgesic- moderate to severe pain SE: drowsiness, avoid alcohol Do NOT crush, break or chew |
Narcotic analgesic
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Ultram
Tab: 50mg |
Tramadol
Non-narcotic analgesic- moderate to severe pain SE: Drowsiness, avoid alcohol |
Non-narcotic analgesic
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Neurontin
Cap: 100mg, 300mg, 400mg Tab: 600mg, 800mg soln: 250mg/5ml |
Gabapentin
Anticonvulsant- adjunct for partial seizure, post-herpetic neuralgia SE: Drowsiness, avoid alcohol |
Anticonvulsant
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Depakote
Tab: 125mg, 250mg, 500mg ER: 250mg, 500mg |
Divalproex sodium
Anticonvulsant- seizure Migraine prophylaxis Mania associated w/ bipolar Take with FOOD or milk SE: Drowsiness, Avoid alcohol |
Anticonvulsant
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Lamictal
Tab: 25mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg Chewable: 2mg, 5mg, 25mg |
Lamotrigine
Anticonvulsant adjunct for Lennox-gastaut, partial seizures Monotherapy- partial seizure Maintenance of bipolar SE: severe life threatening rash Avoid breastfeeding |
Anticonvulsant
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Topamax
Tab: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg Cap: 15mg, 25mg |
Topiramate
Anticonvulsant- seizure, migraine prophylaxis Drink plenty of water SE: drowsiness |
Anticonvulsant
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Zyprexa
Tab: 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10, 15, 20mg Zydis (OD): 5, 10, 15, 20mg IM: 10mg |
Olanzapine
Atypical antipsychotic Schizophrenia Acute mania assoc w/ bipolar Acute agitation SE: drowsiness, dizziness Take w/out regard to meals |
Atypical antipsychotic
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Risperdal
Tab: 0.25, 0.50, 1, 2, 3, 4mg M-tab: OD 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg Soln: 1mg/ml Consta (inj): 25mg, 37.5mg, 50mg |
Risperidone
Atypical antipsychotic Schizophrenia Acute mania or mixed episodes associated with bipolar SE: drowsiness Take with FOOD if GI upset Avoid alcohol |
Atypical antipsychotic
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Seroquel
Tab: 25mg, 100mg, 200mg, 300mg MAX: 800mg/day |
Quetiapine
Atypical antipsychotic Schizophrenia SE: drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness Avoid alcohol |
Atypical antipsychotic
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Detrol
Tab: 1mg, 2mg |
Tolterodine
Anticholinergic- treat overactive bladder Do NOT Crush SE: dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation |
Anticholinergic
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Detrol LA
Tab: 2mg, 4mg ER |
Tolterodine
Anticholinergic- treat overactive bladder Do NOT crush SE: dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation |
Anticholinergic
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Ditropan XL
Tab: 5mg, 10mg, 15mg MAX: 30mg |
Oxybutynin
Anticholinergic Urinary antispasmodic agent Bladder urgency, frequency, urge, incontinence SE: impair ability to perform activites require mental ability Avoid alcohol |
Anticholinergic
Urinary antispasmodic agent |
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Atacand
Tab: 4mg, 8mg, 16mg, 32mg |
Candesartan
ARB- HTN angiotension II receptor blocker CI: pregnancy SE: less cough than ACEI |
ARB- angiotensin II receptor blocker
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Avapro
Tab:75mg, 150mg, 300mg |
Irbesartan
ARB- HNT CI: pregnancy |
ARB
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Diovan
Tab: 80mg, 160mg, 320mgg |
Valsartan
ARB- HTN, CHF CI: pregnancy or lactation |
ARB
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Cozaar
Tab: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg |
Losartan
ARB- HTN CI: pregnancy SE: dizziness |
ARB
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Altace
Cap: 1.25mg, 2.50mg, 5mg, 10mg |
Ramipril
ACEI (angiotensin II converting enzyme inhibitor) HTN, CHF, Left ventricular dysfunction CI: pregnancy |
ACEI
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Monopril
Tab: 10mg, 20mg, 40mg |
Fosinopril sodium
ACEI HTN, CHF, Left ventricular dysfunction, post MI Notify MD if persistent cough Separate antacids by 1-2H |
ACEI
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Zestril/Prinivil
Tab: 2.5, 5, 10, 20, 30, 40mg |
Lisinopril
ACEI- HTN, CHF, acute MI Notify MD if swelling of face, lips, tongue CI: pregnancy |
ACEI
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Accupril
Tab: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg |
Quinapril HCl
ACEI- HTN, CHF Notify MD of facial swelling Avoid salt substitutes |
ACEI
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Lotensin
Tab: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg |
Benazepril
ACEI- HTN Notify MD if persistent cough |
ACEI
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Univasc
Tab: 7.5mg, 15mg |
Moexipril
ACEI- HTN |
ACEI
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Vasotec
Tab: 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, 20mg |
Enalapril
ACEI- HTN SE: dizziness |
ACEI
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Phenergan supp
Supp: 12.5mg, 25mg, 50mg |
Promethazine HCl
Antihistamine allergy, N/V, motion sickness Take with FOOD if GI upset Avoid Alcohol SE: Drowsiness |
Antihistamine
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Zyrtec syrup
5mg/5ml |
Cetirizine
Antihistamine- allergic rhinitis |
Antihistamine
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Allegra-D 12H/ 24H
12H: 60mg/120mg 24H: 180mg/240mg |
Fexofenadinie/pseudoephedrine
Antihistamine/decongestant Don't use concomittantly or within 14days of stopping MAOI |
Antihistamine/decongestant
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Zyrtec-D 12H
Tab: 5mg/120mg PSE |
Cetirizine/pseudoephedrine
Antihistamine/decongestant Seasonal/perennial allergic rhinitis Not within 14days of MAOI |
Antihistamine/ decongestant
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Allegra
Tab: 30mg, 60mg, 180mg |
Fexofenadine HCl
Nonsedating antihistamine Seasonal allergic rhinitis Chronic idiopathic urticaria SE: drowsiness Take w/out regard to food |
Nonsedating antihistamine
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Tussionex
Susp: 10mg/8mg (473, 900ml) |
Hydrocodone polistirex/chlorpheniramine polistirex
Antitussive/antihistamine Sx associated w/ common cold, allergic rhinitis SE: drowsiness Avoid alcohol |
Antitussive/antihistamine
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Accolate
Tab: 10, 20mg |
Zafirlukast
Leukotriene receptor antagonist- asthma |
Leukotriene receptor antagonist
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Singular
Tab: 10mg Chewable tab: 4mg, 5mg Ggranules: 4mg/packet |
Montelukast sodium
Leukotriene receptor antagonist- asthma, seasonal allergic rhinitis NOT for acute asthma attacks |
Leukotriene receptor antagonist
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Toprol XL
Tab: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg |
Metoprolol succinate
Beta blocker- HTN, angina, CHF SE: dizziness Take with FOOD Do NOT crush or chew |
Beta blocker
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Tenormin
Tab: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg |
Atenolol
Beta blocker- HTN, angina Taper off May mask sx of hypoglycemia |
Beta blocker
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Coreg
Tab: 3.125, 6.25, 12.5, 25mg |
Carvedilol
Beta blocker- HTN, CHF SE: dizzines |
Beta blocker
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Atrovent inhaler
14g canister |
Ipratropium bromide
Anticholinergic, bronchodilator- COPD, rhinitis, rhinorrhea SE: dry mouth, irritation, nasal dryness |
Anticholinergic
Bronchodilator |
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Proventil HFA
90mcg/puff MDI |
Albuterol
Bronchodilator bronchospasm, exercise-induced asthma |
Bronchodilator
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Combivent
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Ipratropium bromide/albuterol
Bronchodilator- COPD CI: peanut allergies |
Bronchodilator
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Klonopin (CIV)
Tab: 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg Wafer OD: 0.125, 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2mg |
Clonazepam
Benzodiazepine- seizure, panic disorder SE: drowsiness, avoid alcohol |
Benzodiazepine
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Ativan (CIV)
Tab: 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg |
Lorazepam
Bezodiazepine- anxiety disorder SE: drowsiness, avoid alcohol |
Benzodiazepine
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Xanax
Tab: 0.25mg, 0.5mg, 1mg |
Alprazolam
Benzodiazepine sedative, hypnotic, anxiolytic Anxiety |
Benzodiazepine
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Restoril
Cap: 7.5mg, 15mg, 30mg |
Temazepam
Benzodiazepine- hypnotic sedative Insomnia SE: drowsiness, avoid alcohol |
Benzodiazepine- hypnotic sedative
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Ambien (CIV)
Tab: 5mg, 10mg |
Zolpidem tartrate
Non-BZD hypnotic- insomnia SE: drowsiness, avoid alcohol |
Non-BZD hypnotic
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Plendil
ER Tab: 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg MAX: 20mg/day |
Felodipine
Dihydropyridine Ca channel blocker- HTN Do NOT OTC cold & cough meds |
Antihypertensive
Dihydropyridine Ca channel blocker |
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Tiazac
ER cap: 120, 180, 240, 300, 360, 420mg |
Diltiazem HCL
NON-dihydropyridine Ca channel blocker HTN, arrhythmia (A-fib), angina SE: dizziness |
NON-dihydropyridine Ca Channel blocker
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Cardizem CD
ER cap: 120, 180, 240, 300, 360mg |
Diltiazem HCl
NON-dihydropyridine Ca channel blocker- HTN, angina |
NON-dihydropyridine Ca channel blocker
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Norvasc
Tab: 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mgs |
Amlodipine besylate
Ca channel blocker HTN, angina Taper off SE: dizziness |
Ca channel blocker
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Adalat CC or Procardia XL
ER tab: 30mg, 60mg, 90mg |
Nifedipine
Ca channel blocker- HTN, angina |
Ca channel blocker
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Advair diskus
100/50mcg/inh 250/50mcg/inh 500/50mcg/inh |
Fluticasone propionaate/ salmeterol
Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)- asthma, COPD |
Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)
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Azmacort
100mcg/spray inhaler 2puffs 3-4x/day |
Triamcinolone acetonide
Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)- chronic asthma |
Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)
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Nasacort AQ
Inhaler: 55, 110, 220mcg Pump: 2 sprays QD |
Triamcinolone acetonide
Inhale corticosteroid (ICS) Allergic rhinitis shake well b/f using Weeks for therapeutic effect |
inhaled corticosteroid
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Rhinocort Aqua
32mcg/spray nasal 1 spray/ nostril QD MAX: 4sprays/nostril/ day |
Budesonide
Nasal corticosteroid- allergic rhinitis |
Nasal corticosteroid
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Rhinocort
32mcg/spray nasal |
Budesonide
Nasal corticosteroid (ICS)- allergic rhinitis |
Nasal corticosteroid (ICS)
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Nasonex
50mcg/inhalation |
Mometasone Furoate
Corticosteroid Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis Shake well b/f use |
Corticosteroid
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Flonase
intranasal: 50mcg/inhalation 1-2 sprays/nostril QD |
Fluticasone
Corticosteroid- seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis Use at regular intervals up to 3 wks for therapeutic |
Corticosteroid
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Accutane
Cap: 10mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg |
Isotretinoin
Retinoid dermatological agent- acne vulgaris, cystic acne CI: pregnancy |
Retinoid dermatological agent
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Differin
Cream, gel, pledget soln: 0.1% gel |
Adapalene
Dermatological product- acne vulgaris SE: itching & skin irritation Apply QHS |
Dermatological product
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Benzamycin
Eryth 30mg/Benzoyl 50mg per g |
Benzoyl Peroxide/ erythromycin
Dermatological anti-infective Acne vulgaris Avoid contact with eyes Wash hands b/f and after use |
Dermatological anti-infective
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Lac-Hydrin
5,12% lotion 10, 12% cream |
Ammonium lactate
Dermatological agent Exerosis Ichthyosis |
Dermatological agent
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Glucophage ER
Tab: 500mg, 750mg Max: 2000mg/day |
Metformin
Biguanide- DMII |
Biguanide
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Glucophage
Tab: 500mg, 850mg, 1000mg XR: 500mg, 750mg Susp: 100mg/ml |
Metformin
Biguanide- DMII Take with FOOD Avoid alcohol Notify MD if somnolence, myalgia, malaise, or unexplained hyperventilation |
Biguanide
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Glucovance
Tab: 1.25/250mg, 2.5/500mg, 5/500mg |
Metformin/glyburide
Biguanide/sulfonylurea- DMII Take with FOOD |
Biguanide/sulfonylurea
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Amaryl
Tab: 1mg, 2mg, 4mg |
Glimepiride
Sulfonylurea-DMII Take with food Avoid if sulfa allergy |
Sulfonylurea
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Glucotrol XL
Tab: 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg |
Glipizide
Sulfonylurea-DMII Take 30mins b/f meals Avoid alcohol |
Sulfonylurea
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Actos
Tab: 15mg, 30mg, 45mg |
Pioglitazone HCl
Thiazolidinedione- DMII Take w/out regard to meals |
Thiazolidinedione
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Humalog
100units/ml suspension |
Insulin lispro, rDNA origin
Ultra rapid-acting insulin- DM Administer 15mins b/f eating Store in fridge |
Ultra rapid-acting insulin
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Humulin R
100units/ml suspension |
Regular insulin
Insulin- DM, ketoacidosis |
Insulin
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Zantac
Cap: 150mg, 300mg |
Ranitidine
H2 blocker- GERD |
H2 Blocker
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Axid
Cap: 150mg, 300mg Liquid: 15mg/ml |
Nizatidine
H2 blocker- GERD |
H2 Blocker
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Pepcid
Tab: 10mg, 20mg, 40mg Susp: 40mg/5ml |
Famotidine
H2 blocker- GERD |
H2 blocker
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Lipitor
Tab: 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg |
Atorvastatin
HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor Statin Hypercholesterolemia Primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in high risk patients Avoid alcohol Report unexplained muscle tenderness, weakness Don't use if pregnant or lactating |
HMG-COA Reductase Inhibitor
Statin |
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Pravachol
Tab: 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg |
Pravastatin
HMG-CoA reducatase inhibitor Statin Hypercolesterolemia Primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in high risk patients Avoid alcohol Report unexplained muscle tenderness, weakness Don't use if pregnant or lactating |
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor
Statin |
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Zocor
Tab: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg QPM |
Simvastatin
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor Statin Hypercholsterolemia 2nd prevention of CV in hypercholesterolemic pts w/ established CHD Avoid alcohol Report unexplained muscle tenderness, weakness Do Not use if pregnant or lactating |
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor
Statin |
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Crestor
Tab: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg |
Rosuvastatin
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor Statin hypercholesterolemia Avoid alcohol Report unexplained muscle tenderness, weakness Don't use if pregnant or lactating |
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor
Statin |
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Lescol
Cap: 20mg, 40mg |
Fluvastatin
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor hyperlipidemia Report muscle pain to MD |
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor
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Nexium
Cap: 20mg, 40mg |
Esomeprazole
Proton pump inhibitor- GERD |
Proton pump inhibitor
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Aciphex
Tab: 20mg |
Rabeprazole sodium
Proton pump inhibitor Gastric acid inhibitor GERD, duodenal ulcers, H. pylori (multi-drug regimen) Take w/out regard to meals |
Proton pump inhibitor
Gastric acid inhibitor |
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Protonix
Tab: 20mg, 40mg IV: 40mg |
Pantoprazole
Proton pump inhibitor Gastric acid inhibitor- GERD, erosive esophhagitis Take w/out regard to meals Swallow whole Do NOT split, chew, crush |
Proton pump inhibitor
Gastric acid inhibitor |
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Prilosec
DR caps: 10mg, 20mg, 40mg OTC: 20mg EC Zegrid pwd: 30mEq/packet |
Omeprazole
Proton pump inhibitor Gastric acid inhibitor GERD, PUD, erosive esophagitis, heartburn, H. pylori Take 30mins prior to eating |
Proton pump inhibitor
Gastric acid inhibitor |
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Prevacid
DR cap: 15mg, 30mg Granules, oral susp: 15-30mg/ packet Solu-tab OD: 15mg, 30mg |
Lansoprazole
Proton pump inhibitor Gastric acid inhibitor GERD, duodenal ulcers, erosive esophagitis, H. pylori, NSAID |
Proton pump inhibitor
Gastric acid inhibitor |
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Zoloft
Tab: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg |
Sertraline HCl
SSRI Major depression, OCD, PTSD, panic disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, social anxiety disorder Take with FOOD Avoid alcohol Caution with tasks requiring alertness Don't take MAOI w/in 14days |
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
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Paxil
Tab: 10mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg CR tab: 12.5mg, 25mg, 37.5mg Susp: 10mg/5ml |
Paroxetine HCl
SSRI Major depression, OCD, PTSD, Social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder SE: drowsiness Take 4-6 wks for effect don't take w/in 14days of MAOI |
SSRI
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Prozac
Tab/cap: 10mg, 20mg, 40mg DR wkly tab: 90mg Liq: 20mg/5ml Sarafem: 10mg, 20mg |
Fluoxetine HCL
SSRI Major depression, OCD, Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, panic disorder, bulimia nervosa SE: drowsiness don't take w/in 14days of MAOI |
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
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Celexa
Tab: 10mg, 20mg, 40mg Liq: 10mg/5ml |
Citalopram HCl
SSRI- major depression SE: drowsiness Don't use w/in 14days of MAOI |
SSRI
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Lexapro
Tab: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg Soln: 5mg/ml |
Escitalopram oxalate
SSRI- depression, anxiety SE: drowsiness Don't use w/in 14days of MAOI |
SSRI
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Desyrel
Tab: 50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 300mg |
Trazodone HCl
SSRI- Depression Take with FOOD SE: drowsiness, piaprism Taper off Avoid alcohol don't use w/in 14days of MAOI |
SSRI
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Serzone
Brand D/C Tab: 50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg, 250mg |
Nefazodone HCl
SSRI- depression SE: Drowsiness Avoid alcohol Don't use w/in 14days of MAOI |
SSRI
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Effexor XR
Cap: 37.5mg, 75mg, 150mg |
Venlafaxine HCL
Serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor SE: drowsiness Don't use w/in 14 days of MAOI |
Serotonin/norepinephrine Reuptake inhibitor
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Meridia
Caps: 5mg, 10mg, 15mg |
Sibutramine
Antiobesity- appetite suppressant |
antiobesity
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Patanol
0.1% soln |
Olopatadine
Ophthalmic H1 blocker- allergic conjunctivitis SE: itching and redness |
Ophthalmic H1 blocker
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Zanaflex
Tab: 2mg, 4mg |
Tizanidine
Alpha-2-adrenergic agonist Skeletal muscle relaxation SE: Drowsiness, sedation |
Alpha-2-adrenergic agonist
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Flomax
Tab: 0.4mg |
Tamsulosin HCL
Alpha-1 blocker Benign Prostatic hyperlasia (BPH) SE: dizziness Take 30mins after same meals DQ |
Alpha1 blocker
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Cardura
Tab: 1mg, 2mg, 4mg, 8mg |
Doxazosin
Alpha 2 blocker- HTN, BPH |
Alpha 2 blocker
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Proscar
Tab: 5mg |
Finasteride
Antiandrogen, antineoplastic- BPH 3-6months to see results |
Antiandrogen, antineoplastic agent
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Coumadin
Tab: 1, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.5, 10mg |
Warfarin
Anticoagulant Venous/pulmonary thromboembolism Post MI prophylaxis of systemic embolism Avoid aspirin products Avoid alcohol Notify MD if signs of bleeding |
Anticoagulant
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Plavix
Tab: 75mg |
Clopidogrel bisulfate
Antiplatelet Acute coronary syndrome, recent MI, stroke, or established arterial disease Report unusual bleeding |
Antiplatelet
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Fosamax
Tab: 5mg, 10mg, Wkly: 35mg, 70mg |
Alendronate
Bisphosphonate derivative Tx/prevent osteoporosis Paget's Disease Take 30mins b/f breakfast with full glass of water Don't lie down 30mins after |
Bisphosphonate derivative
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Actonel
Tab: 5mg, 30mg, 35mg |
Risedronate
Bisphosphonate- Ca2 regulator Osteoporosis, postmenopausal steroid induced osteoporosis Take with full glass of water 30mins b/f breakfast, remain upright |
Ca2 regulator, bisphosphonate
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Alphagan P
0.15% soln |
Brimonidine tartrate
Antiglaucoma open angle glaucoma |
Antiglaucoma
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Adderall (CII)
Tab: 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 12.5mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg |
Dextroamphetamine/ amphetamine
CNS stimulant- ADHD SE: dizziness Don't use concomitantly w/in 14days of MAOI |
CNS stimulant
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Lanoxin
Tab: 125mcg, 250mcg Elixir: 0.05mg/ml |
Digoxin
Class IV antiarrhythmic agent Cardiac glycoside CHF, Atrial fibrillation Notify MD if loss of appetite or visual changes |
Class IV antiarrhythmic agent, cardiac glycoside
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Aricept
Tab: 5m, 10mg |
Donepezil HCL
Cholinesterase inhibitor Alzheimer's Disease Take in PM |
Cholinesterase inhibitor
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Procardia XL
OR Adalat CC ER Tabs: 30mg, 60mg, 90mg |
Nifedipine
DHP-Ca channel blocker: HTN |
Dihydropyridine Ca channel blocker
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Wellbutrin SR
Tab: 100mg, 150mg, 200mg |
Bupropion HCl
Dopamine reuptake inhibitor Major depression SE: drowsiness Avoid alcohol Taper off Don't take w/in 14days of MAOI |
Dopamine reuptake inhibitor
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Tricor
Tab: 54mg, 160mg |
Fenofibrate
Fibric acid, antihyperlipemic- hypertriglyceridemia, hypercholesterolemia Take with food |
Fibric acid, antihyperlipemic
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Demadex
Tab: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 100mg Inj: 10mg/ml |
Torsemide
Loop diuretic- Diuresis, HF, HTN SE: dizziness, HA, urinary frequency |
loop diuretic
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Miralax
17g of powder dissolved in 8oz |
Polyethylene glycol
Laxative- constipation Mix w/ water, juice, soda, coffeee, tea |
Laxative
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Flexeril
Tab: 5mg, 10mg |
Cyclobenzaprine
Muscle relaxant- muscle spasm SE: drowsiness Take with food Don't use > 2-3wks Don't use concomitantly w/ MAOI |
Muscle relaxant
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Covera HS
DR pellets: 120mg, 180mg, 240mg |
Verapamil
Non-DHP Ca channel blocker- HTN, angina |
Non-DHP Ca channel blocker
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Claritin Syrup
10mg/10ml syrup |
Loratadine
Non-sedating antihistamine- seasonal allergic rhinitis |
non-sedating antihistamine
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Strattera
Cap: 10mg, 18mg, 25mg, 40mg, 60mg |
Atomoxetine HCl
Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor- ADHD Don't use concomitantly w/in 14days of MAOI |
Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
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Mobic
Tab: 7.5mg, 15mg |
Meloxicam
NSAID- osteoarthritis Avoid in kids/ pregnancy Take w/ food if GI upset |
NSAID
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Relafen
Tab: 500mg, 750mg |
Nabumetone
NSAID- OA, RA Take w/ food if GI upset Avoid alcohol |
NSAID
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Sonata
Caps: 5mg, 10mg |
Zaleplon
Non-BZD, hypnotic- short term insomnia |
Non-BZD, hypnotic
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Xalatan
Opthl soln: 0.005% |
Latanoprost
Prostaglandin ophthalmic- glaucoma Wait 5mins b/f other drops store unopened in fridge |
Prostaglandin ophthalmic
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Viagra
Tab: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg |
Sildenafil
Phosphodiesterase-5 enzyme inhibitor: ED Avoid nitrate meds SE: Dizziness, HA, abnormal vision |
Phosphodiesterase-5 enzyme inhibitor
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Skelaxin
Tabs: 400mg, 800mg |
Metaxalone
Skeletal muscle relaxant- musculoskeletal disorders Avoid alcohol SE: drowsiness |
Skeletal muscle relaxant
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Imitrex oral
Tab: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg |
Sumatriptan
Serotonin5-HT receptor agonist Migranie treatment Avoid usage of ergotamines w/in 24hrs Don't use w/in 14days of MAOI |
Serotonin 5-HT ID receptor agonist
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Elocon
1% cream, lotiion, ointment |
Mometasone topical
Steroid- dermatoses, steroid-responsive |
Steroid
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Armour thyroid
Caps: 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, 240, 300mg |
Thyroid dessicated
Thyroid- hypothyroidism, mild and severe thyroid suppression |
Thyroid
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Synthroid
Tab: 25mcg, 50, 75, 88, 100, 112, 125, 150, 175, 200, 300mcg Inj: 0.2mg, 0.5mg IM/IV: 50% of PO dose |
Levothyroxine sodium, T4
Thyroid hormone- hypothyroidism Take on empty stomach w/ H2O at least 30mins b/f breakfast Avoid concurrent adm w/ Al, Ca, Fe, products |
Thyroid hormone
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Levoxyl
Tab: 25mcg, 50, 75, 88, 100, 112, 125, 137, 150, 175, 200, 300mcg |
Levothyroxine sodium, T4
Thyroid hormone- hypothyroidism Take on empty stomach w/ H2O 30mins b/f breakfast Avoid concurrent admin w/ Al, Ca, Fe, products |
Thyroid hormone
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Elidel
Cream: 1% |
Pimecrolimus
Topical immunosuppressant agent- atopic dermatitis Do not cover area w/ occlusive dressing Avoid sun exposure |
Topical immunosuppressant agent
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Avandia
Tab: 2mg, 4mg, 8mg |
Rosiglitazone maleate
Thiazolidinedione- DMII Take regardless to meals |
Thiazolidinedione
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Elavil
Tab: 10mg, 25, 50, 75, 100, 150mg |
Amitriptyline HCl
Tricyclic antidepressant- depression, neuropathic pain SE: drowsiness Don't use at same time or w/in 14days of stopping MAOI |
Tricyclic antidepressant
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Niaspan
ER tab: 500mg, 750mg, 1000mg |
Niacin (Vit B3)
Vitamin- hyperlipidemia SE: flushing ASA 30mins b/f niacin will decrease flushing |
Vitamin
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Zyloprim
Tab: 100-300mg |
Allopurinol
Xanthine oxidase inhibitor- GOUT Drink plenty of fluids Take with food Avoid Alcohol SE: drowsiness |
Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
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Xenical
Caps: 120mg |
Orlistat
GI lipase inhibitor- obesity Take with meals |
GI lipase inhibitor
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Asacol
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Mesalamine/5-aminosalicyclic acid
GI anti-inflammatory agent Ulcerative colitis |
GI anti-inflammatory agent
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Miacalcin nasal
200IU/ml |
Calcitonin salmon
Osteoporosis agent- postmenopausal osteoporosis Prime pump b/f each use 1 spray/day alter nosteril Refridgerate |
Osteoporosis agent
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Endocet
325/5mg |
Acetaminophen/oxycodone
Opiod analgesic- moderate to moderately severe pain Avoid alcohol SE: drowsiness |
Opiod analgesic
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Zetia
Tab: 10mg |
Ezetimibe
Antilipemic agent- hypercholesterolemia Take w/out regard to meals |
Antilipemic agent
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Remeron
Tabs: 15mg, 30mg, 45mg |
Mirtazapine
Antidepressant- depression SE: drowsiness Avoid alcohol |
Antidepressant
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Lotrisone
Cream, lotion: 0.05%/1% |
Betamethasone/ clotrimazole
Tropical steroid/azole antifungal Tinea pedis, cruris, corporis |
Tropical steroid/azole antifungal
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Tobradex
0.1-0.3% ointment/suspension |
Dexamethasone/tobramycin
Corticosteroid/aminoglycoside antibiotic- ocular inflammation |
Corticosteroid/aminoglycoside antibiotic
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Cosopt
0.5-2% soln |
Dorzolamide/timolol
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor/beta blocker Glaucoma, elevated ocular pressure |
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor/beta blocker
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Guaifenex PSE
60mg/600mg |
Pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin
Decongestant/expectorant Take with water See MD if cough > 1 wk |
Decongestant/expectorant
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