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Azelastine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
1st Generation Agent *1st intranasal Allergic Rhinitis Sedation |
Astelin
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Brompheniramine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
1st Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis Sedation |
Dimetapp, Others
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Chlorpheniramine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
1st Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis Sedation |
ChlorTrimeton, Others
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Clemastine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
1st Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis Sedation |
Tavist
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Cyproheptadine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
1st Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis Sedation |
Periactin
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Dexchlorpheniramine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
1st Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis Sedation |
Dexchlor, Poladex, Polagren, Polaramine
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Diphenhydramine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
1st Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis simple N/V; N/V due to motion sickness, in combination for more complex N/V drowsiness, confusion, blurred vision, dry mouth, urinary retention and possibly tachycardia |
Benadryl, others
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Promethazine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
1st Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis simple N/V; N/V due to motion sickness, in combination for more complex N/V drowsiness, confusion, blurred vision, dry mouth, urinary retention and possibly tachycardia |
Phenergan, Anergan, Phenazine, others
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Triprolidine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
1st Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis Sedation |
Actifed, Actidil
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Cetirizine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
2nd Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis Less sedation than 1st generation |
Zyrtec
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Desloratadine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
2nd Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis Less sedation than 1st generation |
Clarinex
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Fexofenadine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
2nd Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis Less sedation than 1st generation |
Allegra
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Loratadine
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H1-receptor Antagonists/Antihistamines
2nd Generation Agent Allergic Rhinitis Less sedation than 1st generation |
Claritin
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Beclomethasone
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Nasal Decongestants:
Intranasal Glucocorticoids Allergic Rhinitis No SE, but take 3-4 weeks for peak results |
Beconase, Vancenase
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Budesonide
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Nasal Decongestants:
Intranasal Glucocorticoids Allergic Rhinitis No SE, but take 3-4 weeks for peak results |
Rhinocort
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Flunisolide
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Nasal Decongestants:
Intranasal Glucocorticoids Allergic Rhinitis No SE, but take 3-4 weeks for peak results |
Nasalide, Nasarel
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Fluticasone propionate
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Nasal Decongestants:
Intranasal Glucocorticoids Allergic Rhinitis No SE, but take 3-4 weeks for peak results |
Flonase
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Mometasone furoate
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Nasal Decongestants:
Intranasal Glucocorticoids Allergic Rhinitis No SE, but take 3-4 weeks for peak results |
Nasonex
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Triamcinolone acetonide
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Nasal Decongestants:
Intranasal Glucocorticoids Allergic Rhinitis No SE, but take 3-4 weeks for peak results |
Nasacort AQ
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Ephedrine
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Nasal Decongestants: Sympathomimetics
Allergic Rhinitis Intranasal: Rebound congestion Oral: HTN, insomnia & anxiety |
Pretz-D
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Naphazoline
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Nasal Decongestants: Sympathomimetics
Allergic Rhinitis Intranasal: Rebound congestion Oral: HTN, insomnia & anxiety |
Privine
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Oxymetazoline
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Nasal Decongestants: Sympathomimetics
Allergic Rhinitis Intranasal: Rebound congestion Oral: HTN, insomnia & anxiety |
Afrin 12 Hour, Neo-Synephrine 12 Hour, others
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Phenylephrine
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Nasal Decongestants: Sympathomimetics
Allergic Rhinitis Intranasal: Rebound congestion Oral: HTN, insomnia & anxiety |
Afrin 4-6 Hour, Neo-Synephrine 4-6 Hour, others
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Pseudoephedrine
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Nasal Decongestants: Sympathomimetics
Allergic Rhinitis Intranasal: Rebound congestion Oral: HTN, insomnia & anxiety |
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Tetrahydrozoline
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Nasal Decongestants: Sympathomimetics
Allergic Rhinitis Intranasal: Rebound congestion Oral: HTN, insomnia & anxiety |
Visine
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Ipratropium bromide
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Nasal Decongestants: Anticholinergic
Allergic Rhinitis |
Atrovent nasal spray
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Codeine
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Antitussives: Opioids
Caution w/ asthma |
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Hydrocodone bitartrate
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Antitussives: Opioids
Caution w/ asthma |
Hycodan, others
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Benzonatate
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Antitussives: Non-opioids
Sedation, nausea, headache, dizziness, numbing of mouth & pharynx |
Tessalon
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Dextromethorphan
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Antitussives: Non-opioids
Chemically similar to opioids |
Benylin, others
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Guaifenesin
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Expectorants
most effective OTC expectorant |
Robitussin, others
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N-Acetylcysteine
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Mucolytics
Acute & chronic broncho-pulmonary dz Nausea, vomiting, bronchospasm Should receive bronchodilator prior to administration |
Mucomyst
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Dornase Alfa
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Mucolytic
Cystic Fibrosis (only) chest pain, pharyngitis, cough dyspnea, hemoptysis, wheezing, rash, conjunctivitis |
Pulmozyme
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albuterol
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Beta-Agonists/Sympathomimetics
Short Acting Agents (SABAs) Asthma, acute bronchoconstriction DOC for intermittent symptoms of COPD Dose-related tachycardia, tremor, palpitations, nausea, headache, hypokalemia |
Proventil
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levalbuterol
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Beta-Agonists/Sympathomimetics
Short Acting Agents (SABAs) Asthma, acute bronchoconstriction DOC for intermittent symptoms of COPD Dose-related tachycardia, tremor, palpitations, nausea, headache, hypokalemia |
Xopenex
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metaproterenol
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Beta-Agonists/Sympathomimetics
Short Acting Agents (SABAs) Asthma, acute bronchoconstriction Dose-related tachycardia, tremor, palpitations, nausea, headache, hypokalemia |
Alupent
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pirbuterol
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Beta-Agonists/Sympathomimetics
Short Acting Agents (SABAs) Asthma, acute bronchoconstriction DOC for intermittent symptoms of COPD Dose-related tachycardia, tremor, palpitations, nausea, headache, hypokalemia |
Maxair
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Terbutaline; terbutaline sulfate
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Beta-Agonists/Sympathomimetics
Short Acting Agents (SABAs) Asthma, acute bronchoconstriction Uterine Relaxants (Tocolytics): inhibit uterine contractions Dose-related tachycardia, tremor, palpitations, nausea, headache, hypokalemia |
oral; Brethine
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Beclomethasone
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Inhaled Corticosteroids (ICS)
Long-term control of persistent asthma Symptomatic patients with an FEV1 < 50% & repeated exacerbations (Stage III and IV) Headache, pharyngitis, dysphonia, oral candidiasis |
Beclovent
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budesonide
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Inhaled Corticosteroids (ICS)
Long-term control of persistent asthma DOC w/pregnancy Symptomatic patients with an FEV1 < 50% & repeated exacerbations (Stage III and IV) Headache, pharyngitis, dysphonia, oral candidiasis |
Pulmicort
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flunisolide
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Inhaled Corticosteroids (ICS)
Long-term control of persistent asthma Symptomatic patients with an FEV1 < 50% & repeated exacerbations (Stage III and IV) Headache, pharyngitis, dysphonia, oral candidiasis |
Aerobid
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fluticasone
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Inhaled Corticosteroids (ICS)
Long-term control of persistent asthma Symptomatic patients with an FEV1 < 50% & repeated exacerbations (Stage III and IV) Headache, pharyngitis, dysphonia, oral candidiasis |
Flovent
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mometasone
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Inhaled Corticosteroids (ICS)
Long-term control of persistent asthma Symptomatic patients with an FEV1 < 50% & repeated exacerbations (Stage III and IV) Headache, pharyngitis, dysphonia, oral candidiasis |
Asmanex
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Arformoterol
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Beta-Agonists/Sympathomimetics
Long acting agents (LABAs) Treatment & prevention of bronchospasm. NOT for acute FDA labeled only for COPD frequent and persistent symptoms of COPD; utilized when patients require short acting agents on a scheduled basis Tachycardia, tremor, palpitations, nausea, headache, hypokalemia |
Brovana
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formoterol
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Beta-Agonists/Sympathomimetics
Long acting agents (LABAs) Treatment & prevention of bronchospasm. NOT for acute frequent and persistent symptoms of COPD; utilized when patients require short acting agents on a scheduled basis Tachycardia, tremor, palpitations, nausea, headache, hypokalemia |
Foradil
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indacaterol
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Beta-Agonists/Sympathomimetics
Long acting agents (LABAs) Treatment & prevention of bronchospasm. NOT for acute frequent and persistent symptoms of COPD; utilized when patients require short acting agents on a scheduled basis Tachycardia, tremor, palpitations, nausea, headache, hypokalemia |
Arcapta
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salmeterol
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Beta-Agonists/Sympathomimetics
Long acting agents (LABAs) Treatment & prevention of bronchospasm. NOT for acute frequent and persistent symptoms of COPD; utilized when patients require short acting agents on a scheduled basis Tachycardia, tremor, palpitations, nausea, headache, hypokalemia |
Serevent
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aminophylline (IV)
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Methylxanthines
Alternative for mild persistent asthma or as adjunct therapy with ICS nausea, vomiting, headache, insomnia, tremor, irritability, restlessness, tachycardia, seizures |
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theophylline
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Methylxanthines
Alternative for mild persistent asthma or as adjunct therapy with ICS Symptomatic patients with an FEV1 < 50% & repeated exacerbations (Stage III and IV) Adjunct therapy for patients who have not achieved optimal response to ipratropium/betaagonist nausea, vomiting, headache, insomnia, tremor, irritability, restlessness, tachycardia, seizures |
oral; Theo-Dur
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cromolyn
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Mast Cell Stabilizers
Alternative, but not preferred for mild persistent asthma; Exercise induced bronchospasm (EIB) Relatively non-toxic; taste disturbances, cough |
Intal
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Montelukast
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Leukotriene Modifiers
Alternative, but not preferred for mild persistent asthma; Exercise induced bronchospasm (EIB) abdominal pain, dizziness, rash, dyspepsia, hepatotoxicity |
Singulair
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zafirlukast
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Leukotriene Modifiers
Alternative, but not preferred for mild persistent asthma; Exercise induced bronchospasm (EIB) abdominal pain, dizziness, rash, dyspepsia, hepatotoxicity |
Accolate
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zileuton
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Leukotriene Modifiers
Alternative, but not preferred for mild persistent asthma; Exercise induced bronchospasm (EIB) abdominal pain, dizziness, rash, dyspepsia, hepatotoxicity |
Zyflo
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ipratropium bromide
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Anticholinergics
Adjunct therapy in acute asthma exacerbation not completely responsive to beta agonist Not FDA labeled for asthma DOC for COPD Rare: mydriasis, dry mouth, taste disturbances |
Atrovent
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Tiotropium
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Anticholinergics
DOC for COPD; use for frequent and persistent symptoms, short acting agent on scheduled basis Rare: mydriasis, dry mouth, taste disturbances |
Spiriva
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Prednisone
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Systemic Corticosteroids (Intermediate Acting)
Acute severe exacerbations not responding completely to initial inhaled beta-agonist therapy COPD, Acute exacerbation Induction of remission of IBD (not for maintenance) Adrenal insufficiency & to decrease inflammation & immune responses nausea, vomiting, hyperglycemia, psychosis, weight gain, water retention, osteoporosis |
Deltasone, Meticorten, others
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Methylprednisolone
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Systemic Corticosteroids (Intermediate acting)
Acute severe exacerbations not responding completely to initial inhaled beta-agonist therapy COPD, Acute exacerbation Induction of remission of IBD (not for maintenance) PONV, CINV (not simple NV) Adrenal insufficiency & to decrease inflammation & immune responses mood changes (anxiety to euphoria), HA, metallic taste, abdominal discomfort, hyperglycemia, itchy throat nausea, vomiting, hyperglycemia, psychosis, weight gain, water retention, osteoporosis |
Solu-Medrol
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Budesonide
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Corticosteroids
Induction of remission of IBD (not for maintenance) nausea, vomiting, hyperglycemia, psychosis, weight gain, water retention, osteoporosis |
Entocort
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prednisolone
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Systemic Corticosteroids (Intermediate Acting)
Acute severe exacerbations not responding completely to initial inhaled beta-agonist therapy COPD, Acute exacerbation Adrenal insufficiency & to decrease inflammation & immune responses nausea, hyperglycemia, psychosis, weight gain, osteoporosis |
Millipred, Delta-Cortef, Hydeltrasol, Key-Pred, others
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Omalizumab
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Recombinant Anti-IgE Antibody
Treatment of allergic asthma not well controlled on oral corticosteroids or ICS Injection site reaction, headache, pharyngitis, sinusitis, thrombocytopenia, anaphylaxis |
Xolair
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aluminum hydroxide
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Antacids
Short Short--term/intermittent relief of heartburn term/intermittent relief of heartburn (not for established erosions) constipation, diarrhea, acid-base disturbances base disturbances Avoid aluminum & magnesium in severe renal impairment |
AlternaGEL, Amphojel
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calcium carbonate
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Antacids
Short Short--term/intermittent relief of heartburn term/intermittent relief of heartburn (not for established erosions) constipation, diarrhea, acid-base disturbances base disturbances Avoid aluminum & magnesium in severe renal impairment |
Tums
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magnesium hydroxide
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Antacids
Short Short--term/intermittent relief of heartburn term/intermittent relief of heartburn (not for established erosions) constipation, diarrhea, acid-base disturbances base disturbances Avoid aluminum & magnesium in severe renal impairment |
Milk of Magnesia
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magnesium hydroxide & aluminum hydroxide
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Antacids
Short Short--term/intermittent relief of heartburn term/intermittent relief of heartburn (not for established erosions) constipation, diarrhea, acid-base disturbances base disturbances Avoid aluminum & magnesium in severe renal impairment |
Maalox
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magnesium hydroxide & aluminum hydroxide with simethicone
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Antacids
Short Short--term/intermittent relief of heartburn term/intermittent relief of heartburn (not for established erosions) constipation, diarrhea, acid-base disturbances base disturbances Avoid aluminum & magnesium in severe renal impairment |
Mylanta, Maalox Plus
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magaldrate
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Antacids
Short Short--term/intermittent relief of heartburn term/intermittent relief of heartburn (not for established erosions) constipation, diarrhea, acid-base disturbances base disturbances Avoid aluminum & magnesium in severe renal impairment |
Riopan
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sodium bicarbonate
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Antacids
Short Short--term/intermittent relief of heartburn term/intermittent relief of heartburn (not for established erosions) constipation, diarrhea, acid-base disturbances base disturbances Avoid aluminum & magnesium in severe renal impairment |
Alka--Seltzer
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Gaviscon
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Antacid + Alginic Acid
Short Short--term/intermittent relief of heartburn nausea, constipation, diarrhea |
Forms a highly viscous solution that floats on the forms a highly viscous solution that floats on the surface of the gastric contents to act as a barrier to reflux
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Famotidine
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Histamine2-Receptor Antagonists
Heartburn, PUD, GERD, stress ulcer prophylaxis headache, dizziness, fatigue, somnolence &confusion; thrombocytopenia |
Pepcid
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Ranitidine
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Histamine2-Receptor Antagonists
Heartburn, PUD, GERD, stress ulcer prophylaxis headache, dizziness, fatigue, somnolence &confusion; thrombocytopenia |
Zantac
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cimetidine
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Histamine2-Receptor Antagonists
Heartburn, PUD, GERD, stress ulcer prophylaxis headache, dizziness, fatigue, somnolence &confusion; gynecomastia (cimetidine), thrombocytopenia |
Tagamet
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nizatidine
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Histamine2-Receptor Antagonists
Heartburn, PUD, GERD, stress ulcer prophylaxis headache, dizziness, fatigue, somnolence &confusion; thrombocytopenia |
Axid
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Omeprazole
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Proton--Pump Inhibitors
PUD, GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome headache, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea Increased risk of C. diff Slow onset (30 min before meal) |
Prilosec
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Lansoprazole
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Proton--Pump Inhibitors
PUD, GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome headache, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea Increased risk of C. diff Slow onset (30 min before meal) |
Prevacid
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Rabeprazole
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Proton--Pump Inhibitors
PUD, GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome headache, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea Increased risk of C. diff Slow onset (30 min before meal) |
Aciphex
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pantoprazole
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Proton--Pump Inhibitors
PUD, GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome headache, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea Increased risk of C. diff Slow onset (30 min before meal) |
Protonix
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Esomeprazole
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Proton--Pump Inhibitors
PUD, GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome headache, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea Increased risk of C. diff Slow onset (30 min before meal) |
Nexium
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dexlansoprazole
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Proton--Pump Inhibitors
PUD, GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome headache, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea Increased risk of C. diff Slow onset (30 min before meal) |
Dexilant
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sucralfate
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Mucosal Protectants
PUD, stress ulcer prophylaxis constipation, nausea, dry mouth, metallic taste, aluminum toxicity Requires QID dosing Accumulates in renal insufficiency |
Carafate
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misoprostol
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Prostaglandins
Prophylaxis for NSAID induced gastric ulcer Prophylaxis for NSAID induced gastric ulcer Uterine Stimulants (Oxytocics): Stimulates uterine contractions Postpartum: may be used to control/decrease bleeding diarrhea, abdominal cramping, nausea, flatulence, headache Abortifacient Requires QID dosing |
Cytotec
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metoclopramide
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Prokinetic Agents
Adjunct therapy for GERD PONV, CINV, delayed CINV EPS, dystonic rxns, restlessness, drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, somnolence, nausea, Tardive dyskinesia, diarrhea, urinary retention, hyperprolactinemia, cardiac dysrhythmia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome |
Reglan
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Calcium Polycarbophil
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Bulk Forming absorb H2O, thus adding size to the fecal mass; may be taken on a regular basis without ill effects |
FiberCon, Fiberall, Mitrolan
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Methylcellulose
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Bulk Forming absorb H2O, thus adding size to the fecal mass; may be taken on a regular basis without ill effects |
Citrucel
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Psyllium Mucilloid
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Bulk Forming absorb H2O, thus adding size to the fecal mass; may be taken on a regular basis without ill effects |
Metamucil, Naturacil, others
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Magnesium Hydroxide
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Saline and Osmotic Tx of IBS-C Not absorbed in the intestines; pull H2O into the fecal mass to create a more watery stool Should not be used regularly for F&E danger |
Milk of Magnesia
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Polyethylene Glycol Sodium
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Saline and Osmotic Tx of IBS-C Not absorbed in the intestines; pull H2O into the fecal mass to create a more watery stool Should not be used regularly for F&E danger |
MiraLAX
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Bisacodyl
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Stimulants Tx of IBS-C Irritate the bowel to ↑ peristalsis May cause laxative dependence, abdominal cramping and F&E Depletion Not for routine use |
Dulcolax
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Castor Oil
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Stimulants Irritate the bowel to ↑ peristalsis May cause laxative dependence, abdominal cramping and F&E Depletion Not for routine use |
Emulsoil, Neoloid, Purge
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Docusate
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Stool Softeners/Surfactants Cause more H2O and fat to be absorbed into stools Ineffective at treating constipation but are most often used to prevent it, es |
Surfak, Dialose, Colace, others
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Senna
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Herbal Agents most commonly used – potent herb that irritates the bowel and ↑ peristalsis |
Senokot, Ex-Lax
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Mineral oil
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Miscellaneous Agents Lubricates the stool and colon Mucosa May interfere with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins |
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Lubiprostone
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Laxatives and Cathartics
Miscellaneous Agents Tx of IBS-C (approved for women) Approved for chronic idiopathic constipation abdominal distension, HA, abdominal pain, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea |
Amitza
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Camphorated Opium Tincture
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Antidiarrheals Opioids
Most effective for symptoms of diarrhea, slow peristalsis in the colon Not been found to be safe &effective; product labeling not approved by the FDA |
Paregoric
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Difenoxin with Atropine
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Antidiarrheals Opioids
Most effective for symptoms of diarrhea, slow peristalsis in the colon |
Motofen
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Diphenoxylate with Atropine
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Antidiarrheals Opioids
Most effective for symptoms of diarrhea, slow peristalsis in the colon IBD: Symptom management Most common opioid antidiarrheal: codeine + diphenoxylate with atropine |
Lomotil
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Loperamide
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Antidiarrheals Opioids
Tx of IBS-D Most effective for symptoms of diarrhea, slow peristalsis in the colon analog of meperidine, with no narcotic effects |
Imodium
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Bismuth Salts
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Antidiarrheals
binds and absorbs toxins |
Pepto-Bismol
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Lactobacillus
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Antidiarrheals
normal inhabitant of the gut &vagina, may correct altered GI flora following diarrhea |
yogurt
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Sulfasalazine
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Aminosalicylates
induction and maintenance of remission of IBD nausea, vomiting, headache, hypersensitivity (sulfasalazine) |
Azulfadine
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Mesalamine
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Aminosalicylates
induction and maintenance of remission of IBD nausea, vomiting, headache, hypersensitivity (sulfasalazine) |
Asacol, Pentasa
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Balsalazide
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Aminosalicylates
induction and maintenance of remission of IBD nausea, vomiting, headache, hypersensitivity (sulfasalazine) |
Colazal
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Olsalazine
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Aminosalicylates
induction and maintenance of remission of IBD nausea, vomiting, headache, hypersensitivity (sulfasalazine) |
Dipentum
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6—mercaptopurine
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Immunomodulators
IBD: maintenance of remission; acute flares unresponsive to steroids nausea, pancreatitis, bone marrow suppression, hepatotoxicity |
Purinethol
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azathioprine mercaptopurine
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Immunomodulators
IBD: maintenance of remission; acute flares unresponsive to steroids nausea, pancreatitis, bone marrow suppression, hepatotoxicity |
Purinethol
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Azathioprine
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Immunomodulators
IBD: maintenance of remission; acute flares unresponsive to steroids nausea, pancreatitis, bone marrow suppression, hepatotoxicity |
Imuran
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Cyclosporine
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Immunomodulators
IBD: maintenance of remission; acute flares unresponsive to steroids nausea, pancreatitis, bone marrow suppression, hepatotoxicity monitor drug levels |
Neoral
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Methotrexate
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Immunomodulators
IBD: maintenance of remission; acute flares unresponsive to steroids Methotrexate with Misoprostol: Pharmacological Abortion nausea, pancreatitis, bone marrow suppression, hepatotoxicity |
Trexall
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Infliximab
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Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor Agents
Crohn’s Dz: induction and maintenance of remission fever, chills, pruritus, urticaria, chest pain, hypotension, infection, hypersensitivity |
Remicade
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Adalimumab
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Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor Agents
Crohn’s Dz: induction and maintenance of remission fever, chills, pruritus, urticaria, chest pain, hypotension, infection, hypersensitivity |
Humira
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Certolizumab
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Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor Agents
Crohn’s Dz: induction and maintenance of remission fever, chills, pruritus, urticaria, chest pain, hypotension, infection, hypersensitivity |
Cimzia
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Metronidazole
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Antibiotics
Crohn’s Dz: generally 2nd line Diarrhea, photosensitivity, disulfiram reaction |
Flagyl
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ciprofloxacin
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Antibiotics
Crohn’s Dz: generally 2nd line Diarrhea, photosensitivity |
Cipro
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nicotine transdermal patch
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Ulcerative colitis: generally 2nd line
Worsens Crohn’s Dz skin irritation (erythema, pruritus, edema, rash), tachycardia, HA, insomnia, nervousness |
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Dicyclomine
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Antispasmodics
IBD: symptom management IBS: improve abdominal pain or bloating, PRN Dry mouth, flushing, nausea, vomiting, tachycardia, urinary retention, dizziness, sedation, blurred vision. |
Bentyl
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Propantheline
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Antispasmodics
IBD: symptom management |
Pro--Banthine
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Hyoscyamine
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Antispasmodics
IBD: symptom management IBS: improve abdominal pain or bloating, PRN Dry mouth, flushing, nausea, vomiting, tachycardia, urinary retention, dizziness, sedation, blurred vision. |
Levsin
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Cholestyramine
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Anti-diarrheals
IBD: symptom management Tx of IBS-D |
Questran
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Alosetron
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serotonin receptor antagonist
Tx of IBS-D (only for women failing conventional therapy) constipation; nausea and GI discomfort, abdominal pain, ischemic colitis REMS program |
Lotronex
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Amitriptyline
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Antidepressants
Improve abdominal pain & global symptoms of IBS (lacks evidence) Best used with pain is predominant symptom Anticholinergic effects, sedation, insomnia, orthostasis, HA, sexual dysfunction, somnolence |
Elavil
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Desipramine
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Antidepressants
Improve abdominal pain & global symptoms of IBS (lacks evidence) Best used with pain is predominant symptom Anticholinergic effects, sedation, insomnia, orthostasis, HA, sexual dysfunction, somnolence |
Norpramin
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Citalopram
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Antidepressants
Improve abdominal pain & global symptoms of IBS (lacks evidence) Best used with pain is predominant symptom Anticholinergic effects, sedation, insomnia, orthostasis, HA, sexual dysfunction, somnolence |
Celexa
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Escitalopram
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Antidepressants
Improve abdominal pain & global symptoms of IBS (lacks evidence) Best used with pain is predominant symptom Anticholinergic effects, sedation, insomnia, orthostasis, HA, sexual dysfunction, somnolence |
Lexapro
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Fluoxetine
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Antidepressants
Improve abdominal pain & global symptoms of IBS (lacks evidence) Best used with pain is predominant symptom Anticholinergic effects, sedation, insomnia, orthostasis, HA, sexual dysfunction, somnolence |
Prozac
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Paroxetine
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Antidepressants
Improve abdominal pain & global symptoms of IBS (lacks evidence) Best used with pain is predominant symptom Anticholinergic effects, sedation, insomnia, orthostasis, HA, sexual dysfunction, somnolence |
Paxil
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Sertraline
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Antidepressants
Improve abdominal pain & global symptoms of IBS (lacks evidence) Best used with pain is predominant symptom Anticholinergic effects, sedation, insomnia, orthostasis, HA, sexual dysfunction, somnolence |
Zoloft
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Dimenhydrinate
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Antihistamine-Anticholinergic agents
simple N/V; N/V due to motion sickness, in combination for more complex N/V drowsiness, confusion, blurred vision, dry mouth, urinary retention and possibly tachycardia |
Dramamine
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Hydroxyzine
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Antihistamine-Anticholinergic agents
simple N/V; N/V due to motion sickness, in combination for more complex N/V drowsiness, confusion, blurred vision, dry mouth, urinary retention and possibly tachycardia |
Atarax
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Promethazine
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Antihistamine-Anticholinergic agents
simple N/V; N/V due to motion sickness, in combination for more complex N/V drowsiness, confusion, blurred vision, dry mouth, urinary retention and possibly tachycardia |
Phenergan
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Meclizine
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Antihistamine-Anticholinergic agents
simple N/V; N/V due to motion sickness, in combination for more complex N/V drowsiness, confusion, blurred vision, dry mouth, urinary retention and possibly tachycardia |
Bonine
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Scopolamine
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Antihistamine-Anticholinergic agents
simple N/V; N/V due to motion sickness, in combination for more complex N/V drowsiness, confusion, blurred vision, dry mouth, urinary retention and possibly tachycardia |
Transderm Scop
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Chlorpromazine
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Phenothiazines
simple nausea and vomiting; mildly emetogenic doses of chemotherapy; in combination for more complex N/V extrapyramidal reactions, marrow aplasia, excessive sedation (elderly), cardiac arrhythmias |
Thorazine
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Perphenazine
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Phenothiazines
simple nausea and vomiting; mildly emetogenic doses of chemotherapy; in combination for more complex N/V extrapyramidal reactions, marrow aplasia, excessive sedation (elderly), cardiac arrhythmias |
Trilafon
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Prochlorperazine
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Phenothiazines
simple nausea and vomiting; mildly emetogenic doses of chemotherapy; in combination for more complex N/V extrapyramidal reactions, marrow aplasia, excessive sedation (elderly), cardiac arrhythmias |
Compazine
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Dexamethasone
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Corticosteroids
PONV, CINV (not simple NV) Adrenal Insufficiency & to decrease inflammation & immune responses mood changes (anxiety to euphoria), HA, metallic taste, abdominal discomfort, hyperglycemia, itchy throat |
Decadron, Dexasone, others
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Ondansetron
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Selective Serotonin Antagonists
PONV, CINV, delayed CINV generally well tolerated; diarrhea, HA, fever, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, arrhythmias |
Zofran
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Dolasetron
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Selective Serotonin Antagonists
PONV, CINV, delayed CINV generally well tolerated; diarrhea, HA, fever, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, arrhythmias |
Anzemet
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Granisetron
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Selective Serotonin Antagonists
PONV, CINV, delayed CINV generally well tolerated; diarrhea, HA, fever, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, arrhythmias |
Kytril
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Palonosetron
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Selective Serotonin Antagonists
PONV, CINV, delayed CINV generally well tolerated; diarrhea, HA, fever, constipation, dizziness, drowsiness, arrhythmias |
Aloxi
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Dronabinol
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Cannabinoids
NV associated with cancer chemotherapy Mood changes, anxiety, hallucinations, memory loss, fear, confusion, euphoria, hunger, time distortion, vertigo, sedation |
Marinol
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Nabilone
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Cannabinoids
NV associated with cancer chemotherapy Mood changes, anxiety, hallucinations, memory loss, fear, confusion, euphoria, hunger, time distortion, vertigo, sedation |
Cesamet
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Lorazepam
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Benzodiazepines
Anticipatory NV; rescue NV Sedation, hypnosis, anxiolytic, muscle relaxation, disorientation, hallucinations, urinary incontinence |
Ativan
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Diazepam
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Benzodiazepines
Anticipatory NV; rescue NV Sedation, hypnosis, anxiolytic, muscle relaxation, disorientation, hallucinations, urinary incontinence |
Valium
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Aprepitant
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Neuorkinin-1 Receptor Antagonist
Delayed NV secondary to chemotherapy Asthenia, dizziness, hiccups, fatigue, elevated LFTs & BUN |
Emend
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Trimethobenzamide
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Anticholinergic
Simple NV; PONV Alternative for pts with allergies or intolerances Well tolerated; hypotension, somnolence, anticholinergic effects, EPS |
Tigan
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Octreotide
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Hypothalamic Agents
synthetic GH antagonist structurally related to somatostatin |
Sandostatin
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Pegvisomant
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Hypothalamic Agents
newest agent that is GH antagonist |
Somavert
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Protirelin
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Hypothalamic Agents
GH antagonist? |
Thypinone
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Corticotropin
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Anterior Pituitary Agents
Anterior (adenohypophysis): consists of glandular tissue and secretes ACTH, TSH, growth hormone, prolactin, FSH and LH |
ACTH, Acthar
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Cosyntropin
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Anterior Pituitary Agents
Anterior (adenohypophysis): consists of glandular tissue and secretes ACTH, TSH, growth hormone, prolactin, FSH and LH |
Cortrosyn
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Somatrem
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Anterior Pituitary Agents
Anterior (adenohypophysis): consists of glandular tissue and secretes ACTH, TSH, growth hormone, prolactin, FSH and LH |
Protropin
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Somatropin
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Anterior Pituitary Agents
Anterior (adenohypophysis): consists of glandular tissue and secretes ACTH, TSH, growth hormone, prolactin, FSH and LH |
Genotropin, Humatrope, others
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Thyrotropin
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Anterior Pituitary Agents
Anterior (adenohypophysis): consists of glandular tissue and secretes ACTH, TSH, growth hormone, prolactin, FSH and LH |
Thyrogen, Thyroidstimulating hormone (TSH)
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Desmopressin Acetate
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Posterior Pituitary Agents
most common form of ADH in use |
DDAVP, Stimate
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Vasopressin
|
Posterior Pituitary Agents
Drug for Diabetes Insipidus |
Pitressin
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Levothyroxine
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Thyroid Agents (Hypothyroidism)
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Levothroid, Synthroid, others
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|
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Liothyronine
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Thyroid Agents (Hypothyroidism)
|
Cytomel, Triostat
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|
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Thyroid
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Thyroid Agents (Hypothyroidism)
|
Armour Thyroid, Westhroid
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|
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Methimazole
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Antithyroid Agents (Hyperthyroidism)
Thioamides Pregnancy Category D – crosses the placenta more readily |
Tapazole
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Potassium Iodide
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Antithyroid Agents (Hyperthyroidism)
|
ThyroShield, SSKI
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Propylthiouracil
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Antithyroid Agents (Hyperthyroidism)
thioamides |
PTU
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|
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Radioactive Iodine
|
Antithyroid Agents (Hyperthyroidism)
Destroys follicular cells with radiation (contraindicated in pregnancy) |
I131, RAI
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Lugol’s solution
|
Antithyroid Agents (Hyperthyroidism)
Nonreactive iodine |
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Cortisone
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Short Acting Glucocorticoids
Adrenal Insufficiency & to decrease inflammation & immune responses |
Cortistan, Cortone
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Hydrocortisone
|
Short Acting Glucocorticoids
Adrenal Insufficiency & to decrease inflammation & immune responses |
Cortef, Hydrocortone, others
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Triamcinolone
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Intermediate Acting Glucocorticoids
Adrenal Insufficiency & to decrease inflammation & immune responses |
Aristocort, Atolone, Kenacort, Kenalog, others
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Betamethasone
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Long Acting Glucocorticoids
Adrenal Insufficiency & to decrease inflammation & immune responses |
Celestone, Betacort, others
|
|
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Dexamethasone
|
Long Acting Glucocorticoids
Adrenal Insufficiency & to decrease inflammation & immune responses |
Decadron, Dexasone, others
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|
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metformin
|
Biguanides
DOC; first line therapy for Type 2 DM decreases hepatic gluconeogenesis, improves insulin sensitivity, increases glucose utilization by muscle nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, lactic acidosis |
Glucophage
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Nateglinide
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Insulin Secretagogues: Nonsulfonylureas (Glinides)
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM stimulates insulin release from pancreas hypoglycemia, diarrhea, arthralgia, headache, sinusitis, upper respiratory infection |
Starlix
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Repaglinide
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Insulin Secretagogues: Nonsulfonylureas (Glinides)
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM stimulates insulin release from pancreas hypoglycemia, diarrhea, arthralgia, headache, sinusitis, upper respiratory infection |
Prandin
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Chlorpropamide
|
Insulin Secretagogues: Sulfonylureas
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM stimulates insulin release from pancreas, enhances beta cell sensitivity to glucose hypoglycemia, nausea, bloating, weight gain, photosensitivity, disulfiram reaction (chlorpropamide) |
Diabinese
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tolazamide
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Insulin Secretagogues: Sulfonylureas
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM stimulates insulin release from pancreas, enhances beta cell sensitivity to glucose hypoglycemia, nausea, bloating, weight gain, photosensitivity |
Tolinase
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Tolbutamide
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Insulin Secretagogues: Sulfonylureas
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM stimulates insulin release from pancreas, enhances beta cell sensitivity to glucose hypoglycemia, nausea, bloating, weight gain, photosensitivity |
Tol-Tab
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Glyburide
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Insulin Secretagogues: Sulfonylureas
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM stimulates insulin release from pancreas, enhances beta cell sensitivity to glucose hypoglycemia, nausea, bloating, weight gain, photosensitivity |
Diabeta, Micronase
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Glipizide
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Insulin Secretagogues: Sulfonylureas
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM stimulates insulin release from pancreas, enhances beta cell sensitivity to glucose hypoglycemia, nausea, bloating, weight gain, photosensitivity |
Glucotrol
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Glimepiride
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Insulin Secretagogues: Sulfonylureas
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM stimulates insulin release from pancreas, enhances beta cell sensitivity to glucose hypoglycemia, nausea, bloating, weight gain, photosensitivity |
Amaryl
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Pioglitazone
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Thiazolidinediones
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM increases receptor sensitivity to insulin, decreases both insulin resistance and hepatic gluconeogenesis hepatotoxicity, weight gain, peripheral edema, rash, macular edema, heart failure exacerbation May increase risk of osteoporosis May increase risk of bladder cancer (pioglitazone) |
Actos
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Rosiglitazone
|
Thiazolidinediones
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM increases receptor sensitivity to insulin, decreases both insulin resistance and hepatic gluconeogenesis hepatotoxicity, weight gain, peripheral edema, rash, macular edema, heart failure exacerbation, increased risk of MI (rosiglitazone) May increase risk of osteoporosis REMS program (rosiglitazone) |
Avandia
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Acarbose
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Alpha-glucosidase Inhibitors
Adjunct therapy only for Type 2 DM reduces rate and extent of CHO digestion and absorption flatulence, diarrhea, abdominal pain, decrease absorption of iron (anemia) |
Precose
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Miglitol
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Alpha-glucosidase Inhibitors
Adjunct therapy only for Type 2 DM reduces rate and extent of CHO digestion and absorption flatulence, diarrhea, abdominal pain, decrease absorption of iron (anemia) |
Glyset
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|
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Exenatide
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Monotherapy for Type 2 DM; generally considered as adjunct
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, hypoglycemia, pancreatitis, teratogenic, injection site reactions, renal failure, thyroid tumors Contraindicated in severe renal dysfunction, h/o pancreatitis REMS program |
Byetta
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Liraglutide
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Combination therapy for Type 2 DM; generally considered as adjunct
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, hypoglycemia, pancreatitis, teratogenic, injection site reactions, renal failure, thyroid tumors Contraindicated in severe renal dysfunction, h/o pancreatitis, h/o thyroid CA REMS program |
Victoza
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Sitagliptin
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Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 Inhibitors
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM; generally considered as adjunct therapy increased risk of infection, headache, hypoglycemia, pancreatitis, hypersensitivity reactions Contraindicated in ESRD Dose adjustment in renal impairment |
Januvia
|
|
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saxagliptin
|
Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 Inhibitors
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM; generally considered as adjunct therapy increased risk of infection, headache, hypoglycemia, pancreatitis, hypersensitivity reactions, peripheral edema Several drug-drug interactions Contraindicated in ESRD Dose adjustment in renal impairment |
Onglyza
|
|
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Linagliptin
|
Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 Inhibitors
Monotherapy or combination therapy for Type 2 DM; generally considered as adjunct therapy increased risk of infection, headache, hypoglycemia, pancreatitis, hypersensitivity reactions |
Tradjenta
|
|
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pramlintide
|
Amylin Receptor Agonists
Adjunct therapy for Type 1 & Type 2 DM abdominal pain, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting,hypoglycemia, dizziness, headache, cough, fatigue reduce dose of secretagogues; reduce insulin by 50% |
Symlin
|
|
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Insulin Lispro
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Rapid-Acting Insulin
Onset: 5-15 minutes Peak: 30-90 minutes Duration: < 5hours |
Humalog
|
|
|
Insulin Aspart
|
Rapid-Acting Insulin
Onset: 5-15 minutes Peak: 30-90 minutes Duration: < 5hours |
NovoLog
|
|
|
Insulin Glulisine
|
Rapid-Acting Insulin
Onset: 5-15 minutes Peak: 30-90 minutes Duration: < 5hours |
Apidra
|
|
|
Regular insulin
|
Short-Acting Insulin
Onset: 0.5-1 hr Peak: 2-4 hrs Duration: 5-7 hrs |
Humulin R
|
|
|
NPH
|
Intermediate-Acting Insulin
Onset: 2-4 hrs Peak: 4-12 hrs Duration: 12-18 hrs |
|
|
|
Insulin glargine
|
Long-Acting Insulin
Onset: 1.5 hrs Peak: No pronounced peak Duration: 20-24 hrs |
Lantus
|
|
|
Insulin detemir
|
Long-Acting Insulin
Onset: 0.8-2 hrs Peak: Relatively flat Duration: 5.7-23.2 hrs |
Levemir
|
|
|
Alesse
|
Monophasic OC
Most common; delivers a constant amount of estrogen and progestin in every pill |
|
|
|
Desogen
|
Monophasic OC
Most common; delivers a constant amount of estrogen and progestin in every pill |
|
|
|
Loestrin 1.5/30 Fe
|
Monophasic OC
Most common; delivers a constant amount of estrogen and progestin in every pill |
|
|
|
Lo/Ovral
|
Monophasic OC
Most common; delivers a constant amount of estrogen and progestin in every pill |
|
|
|
Ortho-Cyclen
|
Monophasic OC
Most common; delivers a constant amount of estrogen and progestin in every pill |
|
|
|
Yasmin
|
Monophasic OC
Most common; delivers a constant amount of estrogen and progestin in every pill |
|
|
|
Ortho-Novum 10/11
|
Biphasic OC
Amount of estrogen in each pill remains constant, but the amount of progestin is increased toward the end of the menstrual cycle to better nourish the uterine lining |
|
|
|
Ortho Tri-Cyclen
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Triphasic OC
Amounts of estrogen and progestin vary in three distinct phases during the 28-day cycle |
|
|
|
Ortho-Novum 7/7/7
|
Triphasic OC
Amounts of estrogen and progestin vary in three distinct phases during the 28-day cycle |
|
|
|
Tri-Levlen
|
Triphasic OC
Amounts of estrogen and progestin vary in three distinct phases during the 28-day cycle |
|
|
|
Triphasil
|
Triphasic OC
Amounts of estrogen and progestin vary in three distinct phases during the 28-day cycle |
|
|
|
Micronor
|
Progestin-Only OC
Prevents pregnancy primarily by producing thick, viscous mucus at the entrance to the uterus that discourages penetration by sperm. Also inhibits implantation of a fertilized egg |
|
|
|
Nor-Q.D
|
Progestin-Only OC
Prevents pregnancy primarily by producing thick, viscous mucus at the entrance to the uterus that discourages penetration by sperm. Also inhibits implantation of a fertilized egg |
|
|
|
Ovrette
|
Progestin-Only OC
Prevents pregnancy primarily by producing thick, viscous mucus at the entrance to the uterus that discourages penetration by sperm. Also inhibits implantation of a fertilized egg |
|
|
|
Depro-Provera
|
Injection Contraception
Deep IM injection of medroxyprogesterone that provides 3 months of contraception |
|
|
|
Etonogestrel
|
Implant Contraception
Single rod containing progestin Provides 3 years of protection |
Implanon/Nexplanon
|
|
|
Levonorgestrel
|
Implant Contraception
Intrauterine system inserted by healthcare practitioner Provides 3 (Skyla) or 5 years (Mirena) of protection |
Mirena/Skyla
|
|
|
Ortho-Evra
|
Patches, Rings and Extended Regimens
Transdermal patch containing both estrogen and progestin Patch is changed every 7 days for the first 3 weeks, then no patch is used for week 4 |
|
|
|
NuvaRing
|
Patches, Rings and Extended Regimens
2 inch in diameter prescriptive vaginal ring of estrogen and progestin Inserted to provide 3 weeks of protection Removed during week 4, and a new ring is inserted during the first week of the next menstrual cycle |
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|
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Mirena
|
Patches, Rings and Extended Regimens
Polyethylene cylinder placed in the uterus that releases levonorgestrel About the size of a quarter and shaped like a T; Mirena acts locally to prevent contraception for 5 years |
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|
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Seasonale
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Extended Regimens
Combination tablets taken for 84 consecutive days, followed by 7 inert days (without hormones) Continuous protection while extending the time between menses Only 4 periods/year |
|
|
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Seasonique
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Extended Regimens
Similar to Seasonale except low-dose estrogen replaces the inert tablets |
|
|
|
Ethinyl Estradiol & Levonorgestrel
|
Emergency Contraception
One tablet within 72 hours of intercourse, followed by 2 pills 12 hours later May need to prescribe antiemetic |
Preven
|
|
|
Levonorgestrel
|
Emergency Contraception
One or two tablet preparation taken within 72 hours of intercourse May need to prescribe antiemetic |
Plan B
|
|
|
Carboprost Tromethamine
|
Pharmacological Abortion
Uterine Stimulants (Oxytocics) Stimulates uterine contractions Postpartum: may be used to control/decrease bleeding |
Hemabate
|
|
|
Dinoprostone
|
Pharmacological Abortion
|
Cervidil, Prepidil, Prostin E2
|
|
|
Mifepristone with Misoprostol
|
Pharmacological Abortion
|
Mifeprex
|
|
|
Estradiol
|
Estrogens for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Estraderm, Estrace
|
|
|
Estradiol Cypionate
|
Estrogens for HT (s/s menopause)
|
DepGynogen, Depogen
|
|
|
Estradiol Valerate
|
Estrogens for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Delestrogen, Duragen-10, Valergen
|
|
|
Estrogen, Conjugated
|
Estrogens for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Premarin
|
|
|
Estropipate
|
Estrogens for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Ogen
|
|
|
Ethinyl Estradiol
|
Estrogens for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Estinyl, Feminone
|
|
|
Medroxyprogesterone
|
Progestins for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Provera, Cycrin
|
|
|
Norethindrone
|
Progestins for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Micronor, Nor-Q.D.
|
|
|
Norethindrone Acetate
|
Progestins for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Norlutate
|
|
|
Progesterone Micronized
|
Progestins for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Prometrium
|
|
|
Conjugated Estrogens, Equine/Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
|
Estrogen-Progestin Combinations for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Prempro
|
|
|
Estradiol/Drospirenone
|
Estrogen-Progestin Combinations for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Angeliq
|
|
|
Estradiol/Norgestimate
|
Estrogen-Progestin Combinations for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Ortho-Prefest
|
|
|
Ethinyl Estradiol/Norethindrone Acetate
|
Estrogen-Progestin Combinations for HT (s/s menopause)
|
Femhrt
|
|
|
Oxytocin
|
Uterine Stimulants (Oxytocics)
Stimulates uterine contractions Postpartum: may be used to control/decrease bleeding |
Pitocin
|
|
|
Ergonovine Maleate
|
Uterine Stimulants (Oxytocics)
Stimulates uterine contractions Postpartum: may be used to control/decrease bleeding |
Ergotrate
|
|
|
Methylergonovine Maleate
|
Uterine Stimulants (Oxytocics)
Stimulates uterine contractions Postpartum: may be used to control/decrease bleeding |
Methergine
|
|
|
Dinoprostone
|
Uterine Stimulants (Oxytocics)
Stimulates uterine contractions Postpartum: may be used to control/decrease bleeding |
Cervidil, Prepidil, Prostin E2
|
|
|
Danazol
|
Select Androgens
Androgens and/or testosterone are used for lack of testosterone (hypogonadism) |
Danocrine
|
|
|
Fluoxymesterone
|
Select Androgens
Androgens and/or testosterone are used for lack of testosterone (hypogonadism) |
Halotestin
|
|
|
Methyltestosterone
|
Select Androgens
Androgens and/or testosterone are used for lack of testosterone (hypogonadism) |
Android, Testred
|
|
|
Testolactone
|
Select Androgens
Androgens and/or testosterone are used for lack of testosterone (hypogonadism) |
Teslac
|
|
|
Testosterone
|
Select Androgens
Androgens and/or testosterone are used for lack of testosterone (hypogonadism) |
Androderm, Testim
|
|
|
Testosterone Cypionate
|
Select Androgens
Androgens and/or testosterone are used for lack of testosterone (hypogonadism) |
Depotest, Andro-Cyp, Depo-Testosterone
|
|
|
Testosterone Enanthate
|
Select Androgens
Androgens and/or testosterone are used for lack of testosterone (hypogonadism) |
Andro L.A., Delatest, Delatestryl
|
|
|
Sildenafil
|
Phosphodiesterase (PDE) Inhibitors
Onset: 30 min Duration: 4 hrs Food: without |
Viagra
|
|
|
Vardenafil
|
Phosphodiesterase (PDE) Inhibitors
Onset: 60 min Duration: 4 hrs Food: without |
Levitra
|
|
|
Tadalafil
|
Phosphodiesterase (PDE) Inhibitors
Onset: 15 min Duration: up to 36 hrs Food: with or without |
Cialis
|
|
|
Avanafil
|
Phosphodiesterase (PDE) Inhibitors
Onset: 15 min Duration: up to 36 hrs Food: with or without |
Stendra
|
|
|
Doxazosin
|
Agents for BPH
Alpha Adrenergic Blockers May cause orthostatic hypotension, dizziness and headache; depression First-dose phenomenon: may cause severe hypotension and syncope, tachycardia |
Cardura
|
|
|
Prazosin
|
Agents for BPH
Alpha Adrenergic Blockers May cause orthostatic hypotension, dizziness and headache; depression First-dose phenomenon: may cause severe hypotension and syncope, tachycardia |
Minipress
|
|
|
Terazosin
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Agents for BPH
Alpha Adrenergic Blockers May cause orthostatic hypotension, dizziness and headache; depression First-dose phenomenon: may cause severe hypotension and syncope, tachycardia |
Hytrin
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Tamsulosin
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Agents for BPH
Alpha Adrenergic Blockers May cause orthostatic hypotension, dizziness and headache; depression |
Flomax
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Alfuzosin
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Agents for BPH
Alpha Adrenergic Blockers May cause orthostatic hypotension, dizziness and headache; depression |
Uroxatral
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Silodosin
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Agents for BPH
Alpha Adrenergic Blockers May cause orthostatic hypotension, dizziness and headache; depression |
Rapaflo
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Diclofenac
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Voltaren, Cataflam
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Diflunisal
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Dolobid
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Etodolac
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Lodine
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Fenoprofen
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Nalfon
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Flurbiprofen
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Ansaid
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Ibuprofen
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Motrin, Advil, others
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Indomethacin
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Indocin
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Ketoprofen
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Actron, Orudis, Oruvail
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Meloxicam
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Mobic
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Nabumetone
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Relafen
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Naproxen
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Naprosyn, others
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Naproxen Sodium
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Aleve, Anaprox, others)
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Oxaprozin
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Daypro
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Piroxicam
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Feldene
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Tolmetin
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) |
Tolectin
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Celecoxib
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Anti-Inflammatories: NSAIDs
Work by inhibiting prostaglandins Selective COX-2 Inhibitor |
Celebrex
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