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Diphenhydramine (p. 450)
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Theraputic effect: Decreased symptoms of histamine excess. Relief of acute dystonic reactions. Prevention of motion sickness. Suppression of cough
Action: Antagonizes the effects of histamine at H1-receptor sites; does not bind to or inactivate histamine. Significant CNS depressant and anticholinergic properties. Common s/e: drowsiness, anorexia, dry mouth RN considerations: Assess uticaria & patency of airway, assess movement disorder before & after administration, assess sleep paterns, assess N/V, BS, abd pain, assess sleep patterns, assess degree of itching, rash, inflammation |
Benadryl; Allerdryl; Banophen; Compoz
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Loratadine (p. 798)
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Theraputic effect: Decreased symptoms of allergic reactions (nasal stuffiness, red, swollen eyes, itching)
Action: Blocks peripheral effects of histamine released during allergic reactions Common s/e: confusion, paradoxical excitation, blurred vision, dry mouth, GI upset, rash RN considerations: Assess allergy symptoms before and during therapy, assess lung sounds and secretions, maintain fluid 1500-2000 q day |
Claritan; Alavert; Dimetapp Childrens ND Non-Drowsy Allergy, Tavist ND
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Vancenase
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Theraputic effect: relief of asthma symptoms & rhinitis, allergic or non-allergic; season or perennial
Action: Corticosteroid that exerts its antiinflammatory effect by inhibiting both inflammatory cells and release of inflammatory mediators. Administered by inhalation Common s/e: HA, candidiasis, nasopharyngeal irritation RN considerations: do not take in an acute asthma exacerbation |
Beclomethasone Dipropionate
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Cromolyn sodium spray
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Theraputic effect:
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Pseudoephedrine (p. 1077)
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Theraputic effect: Reduction of nasal congestion, hyperemia, and swelling in the nasal pasages
Action: Stimulates alpha- and beta-adrenergic receptors. Produces vasoconstriction in the respiratory tract mucosa and possibly bronchodilation Common s/e: anxiety, nervousness, palpitations, anorexia RN considerations: Assess congestion before and during therapy, monitor pulse & bp, assess lung sounds, maintain fluids 1500-2000 q day |
Sudafed; Triaminic; PediaCare Infants Decongestant, Balminil, Cenafed, Dimetapp Decongestant Pediatric
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