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Bimatoprost
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Lumigan
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Opthalmic Solution
Agent for Glaucoma/ Prostaglandin analog May cause brown pigmentation (perm)/eyelash/lid (temp) |
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Latanoprost
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Xalatan
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Opthalmic Solution
Agent for Glaucoma/Prostaglandin F-2-alpha analog(agonist) darkening of iris (perm); refrigerate |
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Brimonidine Tartrate
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Alphagan
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Opthalmic Solution
Agent for Glaucoma/alpha-2-adrenergic agonist |
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Timolol Maleate
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Timoptic, Timoptic XR
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Ophthalmic Solution/Gel
Agent for Glaucoma/Nonselective B-blocker |
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Cyclosporin Emulsion
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Restasis
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Ophthalmic emulsion
Agent for dry eyes increase tear production |
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Olopatadine HCl
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Patanol, Pataday
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Opthalmic Solution/Drops
Ophthalmic anti-allergy/histamine H-1 antagonist Allergic conjunctivitis |
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Moxifloxacin HCl
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Vigamox
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Opthalmic solution
Fluoroquiinolone/Opthalmic Antibiotic Bacterial Conjunctivitis Lacks preservative BAK |
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Ciprofloxacin with Dexamethasone
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CiproDex
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Otic Suspension
Steroid and Antibiotic Combo/ Fluoroquinolone and Corticosteroid Acute Otitis Externa, Acute Otitis Media |
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-statin
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Myopathy, liver fxn test, take same time qd
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Atorvastatin Calcium
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Lipitor
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Tab
Antihyperlidemic agent/ HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor Avoid grapefruit juice, excess sunlight |
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Lovastatin
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Mevacor
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Tab
Antihyperlidemic agent/HMG-CoA Reductase (x)or Take @ bedtime |
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Pravastatin Na
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Pravachol
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Tab
Antihyperlidemic agent/HMG-CoA Reductase (x)or Take @ bedtime |
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Rosuvastatin Calcium
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Crestor
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Tab
Antihyperlidemic agent/HMG-CoA Reductase (x)or |
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Simvastatin
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Zocor
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Tab
Antihyperlidemic agent/HMG-CoA Reductase (x)or |
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Ezetimibe
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Zetia
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Tab
Antihyperlidemic agent/CV agent/ Cholesterol absorption(x)or Use in combo with statins |
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Ezetimibe/Simvastatin
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Vytorin
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Tab
Lipid Lowering agent/cholesterol intestinal absorption inhibitorAntihyperlidemic agent/HMG-CoA Reductase (x)or |
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Fenofibrate
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Tricor
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Tab, Caps
Antihyperlipidemic/peroxisome proliferator activated receptor-a(PPARa)Fibrate Acid Derivative Avoid statins (double dose) |
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Gemfibrozil
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Lopid
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Tab
Antihyperlipidemic/Fibrate Acid Derivative Take before meals; given to patients who do not respond to diet |
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Niacin ER
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Niaspan
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Tab ER
Antihyperlipidemic/Vitamin B/raises HDL Flushing; take at hs or w/ ASA/vitamin converted to NAD |
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Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters
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Lovaza
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Tab
Antihyperlipidemic Reduce triglyceride levels |
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ACE (x)ors
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coughing, -pril, (cause angioedema), K+; pregnancy danger
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Benazepril HCl (HCTZ)
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Lotensin (HCTZ)
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Tab
Antihypertensive/ACE (x)or ACE(angiotensin-converting enzyme)inhibitor |
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Enalapril Maleate
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Vasotec
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Tab, Injection
Antihypertensive/ACE (x)or |
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Lisinopril
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Prinivil, Zestril
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Tab
Antihypertensive/ACE (x)or |
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Lisinopril/HCT
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Prinzide, Zestoretic
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Tab
Antihypertensive/ACE (x)or Combo Hypertension, diuretic |
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Quinapril HCl
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Accupril
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Tab
Antihypertensive/ACE (x)or |
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Ramipril
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Altace
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Tab, Cap
Antihypertensive/ACE (x)or |
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Fosinopril
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Monopril
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Tab
Antihypertensive/ACE (x)or Watch for ACE x'er cough/don't take antacids within 1-2hrs of this med |
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ARBs (-artan)
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effect on Kidneys: why NSAIDs can't be used w/, cause dizziness, K+ retention
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Losartan K
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Cozaar
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Tab
Anti-hypertensive/ Angiotensin II Receptor antagonist(ARB) Black box warning: contraindicated for pregnant patients |
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Losartan K/HCT
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Hyzaar
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Tab
Anti-hypertensive/ARB Combo |
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Olmesartan Medoxomil
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Benicar
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Tab
Anti-hypertensive/ARB May cause dizziness, don’t take if preg |
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Olmesartan Medoxomil/HCT
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Benicar/HCT
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Tab
Anti-hypertensive/ARB Combo May cause dizziness, don’t take if preg/prevents reabsorption of sodium and postassium |
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Valsartan/HCT
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Diovan
Diovan HCT |
Tab
Anti-hypertensive/ARB Hypertension/treatment of heart failure for ACE (x)or intolerant patients |
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β-Blockers
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-olol
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Atenolol
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Tenormin
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Tab, Injection (Emergency)
Antihypertensive/β-Blocker(beta-1-adrenergic receptor blocker; may cause drowsiness/avoid abrupt withdrawal/ NSAIDs decrease effectiveness |
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Atenolol Chlorthalidone
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Tenoretic
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Tab
Antihypertensive/β-Blocker & Thiazide diuretic Usually taken in am/avoid excessive sunlight |
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Bisoprolol Fumarate/HCT
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Ziac
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Tab
Antihypertensive/β-Blocker/Thiazide Combo Bisoprolol alone: Zebeta |
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Metoprolol Succinate
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Toprol XL
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ER Tab
Antihypertensive/β-Blocker Take with food, may cause dizziness/ Succinate Single Dose (SSD) |
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Metoprolol Tartrate
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Lopressor
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Tab, injection
Antihypertensive/β-Blocker Take with food, may cause dizziness/ came along first, Tartrate: BID |
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Propranolol HCl
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Inderal
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Tab, Cap (SR), Soln, Inj
Antihypertensive/β-Blocker |
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Carvedilol
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Coreg, Coreg CR
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Tab, Caps
Antihypertensive/α-β-Blockers take with food (increase absorption) |
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Clonidine HCl
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Catapres, Catapres TTS
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Tab, Transdermal Extended Release Patch, Patch TTS, Inj;
Antihypertensive/α-Adrenergic Agonist; don't discontinue abruptly |
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Doxazosin Mesylate
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Cardura; Cardura XL
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Tab, Tab ER
Antihypertensive/BPH Agent/α1-blockers (postsynaptic alpha-1-adrenergic receptor antag) 1st dose syncopy |
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Terazosin HCl
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Hytrin
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Cap
Antihypertensive/BPH Agent/α-antag First dose syncopy: drop BP |
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DihyproPyridines (1 class) -ipine
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Work in periphery: cause the swelling
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Amlodipine Besylate
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Norvasc
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Tab
Antihypertensive/Ca Channel Blocker(CCB) |
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Amlodipine Besylate/Benazepril HCl
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Lotrel
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Cap
Antihypertensive/CCB/ACE Inhibitor Combo |
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Felodipine
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Plendil
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Tab ER
Antihypertensive/Ca Channel Blocker Do not take with food or grapefruit juice |
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Nifedipine
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Procardia
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Tab,Tab SR, Cap
Antihypertensive/Ca Channel Blocker/anti-anginal Raynaud's syndrome; no grapefruit juice; ghost tablet |
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NON-DihydroPyridines
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work at the AV node
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Diltiazem HCl
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Cardizem, Tiazac, Cartia XT
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Tab,Tab (SR), Cap (SR), Inj
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Verapamil HCL
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Calan, Verelan, Isoptin
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Tab (SR), Cap (SR, DR), Inj
Antihypertensive/Ca Channel Blocker/anti-anginal take on empty stomach |
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Hydrochlorothiazide
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HydroDiuril/Microzide
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Tab, Cap
Thiazide Diuretic ; Cause potassium loss |
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Furosemide
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Lasix
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Tab, Soln, Inj
Loop Diuretic (FIRST) [inhibits reabsorption in loop of Henle]; Cause potassium loss should be taken early in day |
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Triamterene/HCT
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Dyazide(Cap), Maxzide(Tab)
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Tab, Cap
Potassium Sparing Diuretic Diuretic Combination take in AM, with food/ HCTZ loose K+, triam is K+ sparing |
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Spironolactone
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Aldactone
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Tab
Potassium Sparing Diuretic/ Aldosterone Receptor Antagonist tumor risk |
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Isosorbide Mononitrate
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Imdur
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Tab ER
Vasodilators/Nitrates Angina pectoris (CAD) |
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Nitroglycerin (Oral)
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Nitroquick, Nitrostat
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Tab, SubLingual, injection
Antianginal/Vasodilator/Nitrate |
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Amiodarone
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Pacerone, Cordarone
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Tab, Inj
Antiarrhythmic (Class III) Avoid grapefruit juice/hyperpigmentation |
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Warfarin Na
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Coumadin, Jantoven
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Tab, inj (powder)
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet/ Vitamin K antagonist Avoid leafy greens, rat poison, FATAL BLEEDING |
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Clopidigrel Bisulfate
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Plavix
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Tab
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet/hematological agent |
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Aspirin EC
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Ecotrin
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Tab
Salicylate/Blood Modifier/Hematological agent/prostaglandin & thromboxane A2 inhibitor |
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Ferrous Sulfate
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Slow FE
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Tab, Elx, Drp, Lq
Blood Modifier (hematological agent)/ Iron supplement FeSO4, stain teeth temp., toxic to kids under 6 unless in poor nutrition conditions |
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Digoxin
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Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps, Digitek
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Tab, Cap, Elx, Lq, inj
Inotropic Agent/ Inhibits Na+/K+ ATPase Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation & Flutter |
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Albuterol Sulfate
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Proventil, Ventolin, Proair
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HFA , inhal solution, ER tab, syrup
Bronchodilator- Sympathomimetic/ Beta 2 Receptor Agonist Shake well, rescue inhaler, rinse mouth after use, don't use w/ MAO inhib. |
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Levalbuterol HCl
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Xopenex
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HFA, Inhal Soln
Antiasthmatic/ Sympathomimetic B2 receptor agonist Protect from light |
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Budesonide (Inhalation)
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Pulmicort
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suspension/ dry powder inhaler (DPI)
Antiasthmatic/corticosteroid/adrenocorticoid Shake well/rinse mouth |
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Fluticasone Propionate (Inhalation)
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Flovent HFA
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Diskus (pwd), MDI
Antiasthmatic/corticosteroid Clean inhaler q d, use regularly, rinse mouth |
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Fluticasone Propionate.salmeterol Xinofoate
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Advair
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Diskus, HFA
Antiasthmatic/corticosteroid/LABA(Long Acting Beta Agonist) rinse mouth (not to be used as rescue inhaler) |
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Tiotropium Bromide
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Spiriva
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Powder (Blister Pack Caps; Handihaler)Inhalation capsule
COPD-anti-anticholenergic /steroid + Beta Agonist (COMBO) side effect: dry mouth, DO NOT swallow capsules; urinary retention |
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Ipratropium Br/Albuterol Sulfate
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Combivent (MDI), DuoNeb (Soln)
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MDI, Inhal Soln
Antiasthmatic/ Anticholinergic + sympathomimetic bronchodilator |
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Montelukast Na
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Singulair
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Tab, Granules, chewable tab
Antiasthmatic/Leukotreine Receptor Antagonist |
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Fexofenadine HCl
Fexofenadine HCl/Pseudoephedrine HCl |
Allegra; Allegra D
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Tab, Oral Susp
Antiallergy/Antihistamine (H1 ant- 3rd) (Decongestant combo) |
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Hydroxyzine Pamoate
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Vistaril
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Cap
Antianxiety/H1 receptor antagonist;Antiallergy/Antihistamine/sedative |
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Hydroxyzine HCl
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Atarax
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Tab, Syrup, inj
Antiallergy/H1 receptor antagonist; Antianxiety/antipruritic |
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Azelastine HCl (Nasal)
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Astelin, Astepro (no bitter)
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Nasal Spray
Antiallergy/Antihistamine: H1 antagonist |
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Fluticasone Propionate (Nasal)
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Flonase
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Nasal Spray, susp
Upper respiratory/ Antiallergy/anti-inflammatory shake well, 3 wks see effect |
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Mometasone Furoate Monohydrate (Nasal)
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Nasonex
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Nasal Spray
Antiallergy/adenocorticosteroid shake well; effects not immediate |
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Triamcinolone Acetonide (Nasal)
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Nasacort AQ
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Nasal Spray
Antiallergy/Steroid Shake well; effects not immediate |
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Benzonatate
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Tessalon
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Cap
Antitussive Drink ↑↑ water; do NOT chew, protect from light, moist, humidity |
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Chlorpheniramine with Hydrocodone
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Tussionex
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Susp ER
Antitussive/H1 receptor antagonist Measure with an accurate device, cause drowsiness and constipation, SHAKE WELL |
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Promethazine HCL/Codeine Phosphate
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Phenergan with Codeine
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Syrup
Antitussive/Anithistamine/Upper resp combo |
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Codeine Phosphate/Guaifenesin
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Mytussin AC, Robitussin AC
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Syrup
Antitussive (opioid)/ Expectorant/Narcotic Analgesic |
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Insulin Glargine (rDNA Origin)
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Lantus
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Inj
Antidiabetic/Recombinant human Insulin analog DM 1 & 2; long acting, refrigerate |
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Insulin Aspart (rDNA Origin)
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Novolog
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Inj
Antidiabetic/Insulin DM 1 & 2; Rapid acting, refrigerate, hypoglycemic rxn; insulin keeps sugar down |
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Insulin
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Humulin
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Inj, N/R/70-30, 50/50; susp
Antidiabetic/Insulin DM 1 & 2 can mix, Rapid acting |
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Insulin Lispro (rDNA Origin)
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Humalog
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Inj, (soln & susp)
Antidiabetic/Insulin DM 1 & 2; kwikpen; administer 15 min before eating; store in fridge |
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Glipizide
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Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL
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Tab, Tab XL
Antidiabetic/Sulfonylurea Sulfas: Hypoglycemia, allergies; take 30 min before meals |
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Glyburide
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Micronase, Diabeta
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Tab, micro tab
Antidiabetic/Sulfonylurea |
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Glimepiride
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Amaryl
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Tab
Antidiabetic/Sulfonylurea |
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Metformin HCl
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Glucophage, Glugophage XR
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Tab, Tab XR
Antidiabetic/Biguanide Take w/ meals; avoid excessive alcohol; keep well hydrated; GI upset, subsides w/ time |
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Glyburide/Metformin HCl
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Glucovance
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Tab
Antidiabetic/Sulfonylurea + Biguanide Combo Bbox: lactic acidosis; diarrgea, N/V |
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Pioglitazone HCl
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Actos
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Tab
Antidiabetic/ Thiazolidinedione (TZD) Bbox: avoid if CHF |
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Rosiglitazone Maleate
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Avandia, Avandamet, Avandaryl
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Tab
Antidiabetic/ Thiazolidinedione (TZD) Bbox: avoid if CHF (due to water retention), avoid insulin (<3 problems) |
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Exenatide
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Byetta
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Inj soln
Antidiabetic/Incretin Mimetic Bbox: pancreatitis, ↓ gastric emptying |
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Sitagliptin Phosphate
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Januvia
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Tab
Antidiabetic/ (dipeptidyl)Peptidase-4 (x)or |
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Penicillin V potassium
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Veetids, Pen-Vee K, V-Cillin
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Tab, susp
Anti-infective/Penicillin Kills good m/o → eat yogurt |
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Amoxicillin Trihydrate
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Amoxil, Trimox, Moxatag
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Tab, Chew Tab, Cap, Susp
Antibiotic/Penicillin |
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Amoxicillin/Clavulanate K+
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Augmentin, Augmentin XR
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Tab, Chew Tab, Susp
Antibiotic/Penicillin Take w/ food ; Do NOT sub 2 pills! MUST weigh 40kg, 10 d |
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Cephalexin Monohydrate
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Keflex
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Tab, Cap, Susp
Antibiotic/Cephalosporin (1st Gen) Will alter absorption of estrogens and is pregnancy category B ; Cephalosporins: 5-16% X sensitivity w/ Penicillin, |
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Cefuroxime Axetil
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Ceftin
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Tab, Susp, Inj
Antibiotic/Cephalosporin (2nd Gen) |
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Cefdinir
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Omnicef
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Cap, Susp
Antibiotic/Cephalosporin (3rd Gen) Do not take antacids or iron sup. w/in 1 hour of each dose; shake well |
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Azithromycin Dihydrate
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Zithromax, Zmax (ZPAK)
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Tab, Susp, Inj, packets
Antibiotic/Macrolide- Azalide Macrolides: avoid antacids |
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Clarithromycin
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Biaxin, Biaxin XL
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Tab, Tab ER, Susp
Antibiotic/Macrolide Bact infections, pharyngitis, tonsilitis |
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Ciprofloxacin HCl
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Cipro, Cipro XR
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Tab, Susp, Inj, Opthal/Otic
Antibiotic/ Fluoroquinolone Bact infections, UTI FQs: ↑ fluids, sunscreen, dizziness, avoid antacid; 18+ yo, tendonitis over 60 |
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Levofloxacin
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Levaquin
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Tab, Soln, Inj
Antibiotic/ Fluoroquinolone Bact infections, sinusitis, bronchitis |
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Moxifloxacin HCl
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Avelox
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Tab, Inj
Antibiotic/ Fluoroquinolone |
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Tetracycline
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Sumycin, Panmycin
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Cap
Antibiotic/Tetracycline Take on empty stomach, No antacids,dairy,iron w/in 2hrs, teeth discoloration |
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Doxycycline Hyclate
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Vibramycin, Vibra-Tabs
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Tab, Cap, Syrup, Susp, Inj
Antibiotic/Tetracycline Bact infections, syphilis |
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Minocycline HCl
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Minocin
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Cap
Antibiotic/Tetracycline Bact infections, syphilis |
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Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim
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Bactrim (DS), Septra
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Tab, Susp, Inj
Sulfonamide anbibact/Combo Bact infections, UTI, otitis |
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Nitrofurantoin
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Macrobid, Macrodantin
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Cap, Susp
Antibacterial/Nitrofuran Brown urine, yellow eyes/skin, take with food (↑ absorbance); UTI |
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Clindamycin HCL (Oral)
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Cleocin
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Cap, Gran for Sol
Antbiotic/lincosamide Cdef |
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Metronidazole (Oral)
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Flagyl, Flagyl ER
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Tab, Cap, inj
Antibacterial/Anti-protozoal AVOID alcohol(sm amts cause dizzy/sick) |
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Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate
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Plaquenil
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Tab, inj
Antibiotic/Anti-malarial/ Anti-heumatic Malaria, Lupus, arthritis; visual disturbances |
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Ketoconazole (Oral)
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Nizoral
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Tab
Anti-infective/Anti-fungal Fungal infection(skin), tinea corporis(ringworm) |
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Nystatin (Systemic)
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Nystatin
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Tab, Susp, Troche
Anti-infective/Anti-fungal Fungi (intest/oral), Candidiasis; nail infect, ringworm |
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Fluconazole
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Diflucan
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Tab, Susp, Inj
Anti-infective/Anti-fungal Yeast infections(vaginal candidiasis); esophageal candidiasis |
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Terbinafine HCL
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Lamisil
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Tab,cream,soln,spray,oral granules
Anti-infective/Anti-fungal Fingernail/Toenail fungal infections |
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Valacyclovir
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Valtrex
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Tab
Anti-infective/Anti-viral Gen. herpes, herp. zoster (shingles), cold sores |
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Acyclovir
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Zovirax
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Tab, Cap, UNT, Cream, Susp, Inj
Anti-infective/Anti-viral Gen. herpes, chickenpox, shingles(herp zoster) |
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Oseltamivir Phosphate
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Tamiflu
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Cap, Susp
Anti-infective/Anti-viral |
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Efavirenz, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate
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Atripla
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Tab
Anti-viral/HIV 1 reverse transcriptase inhibitor |
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Sucralfate
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Carafate
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Tab, Susp
Antiulcer agent Do not take w/in 2 hrs of other rx meds |
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Ranitidine HCl
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Zantac
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Tab, cap, Syrup, OTC
Gastric Antisecretory(GI)/H2 antag(blocker) GERD, Duod/gastric ulcers, |
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Famotidine
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Pepcid
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Tab, Susp, Inj, OTC
GI/H2 blocker(Hist antag) GERD, Duod/gastric ulcers, |
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Esomeprazole Mg
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Nexium
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Cap DR, gran, pwdr inj
GI/PP (x)or Duod/gastric ulcers, GERD |
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Omeprazole
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Prilosec
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Cap SR
GI/PP (x)or Duod/gastric ulcers, GERD |
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Lansoprazole
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Prevacid
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Solutab, Tab DR , Cap, Susp, Inj
GI/PP (x)or Duod/gastric ulcers, GERD |
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Pantoprazole Na
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Protonix
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Tab DR, Inj Pwd, Granules
GI/PP (x)or Erosive esophagitis |
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Dicyclomine HCl
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Bentyl
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Tab, Cap, Syrup, Inj
GI Anti-spasmodic/ Anticholinergic IBS |
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Promethazine HCl
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Phenergan
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Tab, Syrup, Suppos, Inj
GI Anti-emetic/ Antihistamine (H1 (X)or) NVA |
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Metoclopramide HCl
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Reglan
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Tap, Syrup, Inj
GI Anti-emetic Gastric paresis (DM), nausea/vomitting (cancer) |
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Ondansetron
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Zofran
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Tab/Cap/Soln/Inj
GI Anti-emetic; 5-HT3 antag Prevention of Nausea/vomitting/(cancer) |
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Diphenoxylate HCl w/ Atropine Sulfate
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Lomotil
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Tab, Liq
Anti-diarrheal |
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Clobetasol Propionate
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Temovate
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Cream, Emollient, Gel, ointment, top soln
Anti-inflammatory; Topical/Corticosteroid Dermatosis, inflamm, itching, psoriasis |
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Fluocinonide
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Lidex
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Ointment, gel, cream, soln
Anti-inflammatory; Topical/Corticosteroid |
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Triamcinolone Acetonide (Topical)
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Kenalog
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Cream, ointment, Lotion, Toothpaste, aerosal, inj
Anti-inflammatory; Topical/Corticosteroid |
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Clotrimazole/ Betamethasone Dipropionate
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Lotrisone
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Cream, Lotion
Anti-fungal/anti-inflam |
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Mupirocin
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Bactroban
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Ointment, nasal oin, cream
Topical Antibiotic Impetigo (S. aureus/S. pyogenes), bact infections |
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Nystatin (Topical)
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Nystop
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Cream, Ointment, Powder
Anti-fungal antibiotic/ antimycotic polyene antibiotic Cutaneous mycotic infection; Fungi (candida albicans) |
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Lidocaine
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Lidoderm
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Patch
Topical Analgesic/ Anesthetic |
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Prednisolone Na Phosphate
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Orapred
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ODT Tab, Soln
Anti-inflamm/ Adrenocorticosteroid Allergy/inflamm disease |
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Prednisone
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Deltasone
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Tab, Soln
Anti-inflamm/ Adrenocorticoid Allergy/inflamm disease |
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Methylprednisolone
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Medrol
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Dosepak, Tab, Inj
Anti-inflamm/ Adrenocorticoid Allergy/inflamm disease |
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Ibuprofen
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Motrin
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Tab, Chew Tab, liq
NSAID/cyclooxygenase inhibitor OA, RA, pain |
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Naproxen
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Naprosyn, EC-Naprosyn
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Tab, Tab EC, Susp
NSAID OA, RA, pain |
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Celecoxib
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Celebrex
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Cap
NSAID/Cyclooxygenase 2 inhibitor OA, RA, pain |
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Meloxicam
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Mobic
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Tab, Susp
NSAID OA, RA (+ juvenile) Can decr ace (x)or effect; stomach upset: took over peroxicam, max 15mg |
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Diclofenac Na
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Voltaren, Voltaren XR
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Tab DR/ER
NSAID OA, RA |
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Nabumetone
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Relafen
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Tab
NSAID/prostaglandin synthesis inhibitor OA, RA |
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Piroxicam
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Feldene
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cap
NSAID/cyclooxegenase inhib take w/milk; avoid aspirin products |
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Colchicine
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Colchicine
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Tab
Gout agent/anti-inflamm |
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Allopurinol
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Zyloprim
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Tab
Gout agent/xanthine oxidase inhibitor ↑ water, avoid alcohol, may cause drowsiness, take w/ food |
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Butalbital/APAP/Caffeine
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Fioricet (vs. Fiorinal- ASA)
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Tab
Analgesic/Nonnarcotic Tension HA |
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Tramadol HCl
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Ultram, Ultram ER, Ryzolt
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Tab
Opioid/Analgesic Pain (ACUTE!) |
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Tramadol HCl/APAP
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Ultracet
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Tab
Opioid/Analgesic-NSAID Pain (chronic) |
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Hydrocodone Bitartrate/APAP
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Norco(325), Lortab(500), Lorcet(650), Vicodin(500/700)
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Tab
Analgesic/Opioid Analgesic Controlled respiratory depression; avoid alcohol |
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Oxycodone HCl/APAP
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Percocet, Roxicet, Endocet
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Tab
Opioid/Analgesic CII (habit forming), w/ food : 30 days, rfs: 0 |
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APAP/Codeine Phosphate
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Tylenol, Phenaphen (w/ Codeine)
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Tab/Elix
Opioid analgesic/Narcotic/ prostaglandin inhibitor CIII (tab), CV (elx), allergy claims (GI upset) |
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Oxycodone HCl ER
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OxyContin
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Tab
Analgesic/ Opioid agonist CII, OxyContin CR vs. Oxycodone IR, don’t crush |
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Oxycodone HCL Ir
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Oxy IR, Roxicodone
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Tab, sol, cap
Analgesic/ Opioid agonist |
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Fentanyl Transdermal System
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Duragesic
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Patch
CNS agent/Opioid Analgesic CII, do NOT cut patch (resp failure), 72 hrs, disposal |
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Methadone HCl
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Methadose
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Tab, Tab for Susp, Soln, Conc, Inj
Opioid analgesic/Opioid agonist May cause drowsiness, avoid MAOI |
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Morphine Sulfate CR
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MS Contin
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tab
Opioid Analgesic resp depression, BP control |
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Buprenorphine + Nalaxone
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Suboxone
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Sublingual tab
Agent for Opioid dependence/ partial opioid agonist-antagonist |
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Cyclobenzaprine HCl
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Amrix, Flexeril
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Tab, Cap, Cap ER
Muscle Relaxant May cause drowsiness, avoid OH, mech unknown |
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Carisoprodol
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Soma
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Tab
MM Relaxant/CNS relaxant & sedative |
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Metaxalone
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Skelaxin
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Tab
MM Relaxant > 12 yo, avoid alcohol; enhances effects of barbiturates & CNS depressants |
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Tizanidine HCl
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Zanaflex
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Tab, Cap
MM Relaxant/ alpha 2 agonist rebound hypertens if stopped stat, ↓ BP, short-acting |
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Methocarbamol
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Robaxin
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Tab, Inj
MM Relaxant/centrally acting May cause drowsiness/dizziness; avoid OH or sedatives |
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Baclofen
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Lioresal
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Tab, Intrathecal Inj
MM Relaxant/GABA analog Bbox: don't DC abrubtly, rebound spasms, death, organ failure |
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Amitriptyline HCl
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Elavil (no longer made)
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Tab
Antidepressant/Tricyclic > 12 yo, MOST sedating, arrythmias, (hiccups non FDA); significant drowsy |
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Nortriptyline HCl
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Pamelor
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Cap, Soln
Antidepressant/Tricyclic Off-label: migraine, smoking cessation, neuralgia |
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Doxepin
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Sinequan
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Cap, oral conc
Antidepressant/Tricyclic & SNRI Doxepin increases serotonin |
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Trazodone HCl
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Desyrel
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Tab
Antidepressant/selective serotonin uptake inhibitor (SSRI) Off-label: cocaine/alcohol w/d; grapefruit juice inc plasma lvls |
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Sertraline HCl
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Zoloft
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Tab, Soln
Antidepressant/SSRI |
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Escitalopram Oxalate (unavailable)
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Lexapro
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Tab, Soln
Antidepressant/SSRI |
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Fluoxetine HCl
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Prozac
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Tab, Cap, Soln
Antidepressant/SSRI |
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Bupropion HCl
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Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin XL & SR, Zyban
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Tab, Tab SR, Tab XR
Antidepressant; CNS agent/NDRI SR: 1bid, XL: 1qd am(prevent insomnia), do not crush/chew; avoid MAOI's |
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Paroxetine HCl
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Paxil, Paxil XR, Pexeva
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Tab, Tab CR, Susp
Antidepressant/SSRI Depression, OCD, PTSD, Anxiety, GAD/SA |
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Venlafaxine HCl
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Effexor, Effexor XR
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Tab, Cap
Antidepressant/SNRI Depression, GAD/SA, panic Monitor BP, BE CAUTIOUS! |
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Citalopram HBr
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Celexa
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Tab, Soln
Antidepressant/SSRI gradual dosing, mental changes, autonomic instability, hyperflexia, incoordination, GI upset, serotonin syndrome |
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Duloxetine HCl
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Cymbalta
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Cap
Antidepressant/SNRI Don't chew or crush, drowsiness OR insomnia, |
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Mirtazapine
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Remeron
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Tab, ODT
Antidepressant/Tetracyclic Depression (MDD), anxiety |
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Lithium Carbonate
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Lithonate, Lithotabs, Lithobid
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Tab IR/SR, Cap
Antipsychotic SMALL tx window, inhibits Na reabsorption, watch dietary intake |
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Ziprasidone HCL
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Geodon
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Capsules, Inj
Antipsychotic/Dopamine, serotonin antagonist Schizophrenia; Bipolar disorder |
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Quetiapine
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Seroquel
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Tab, Tab ER
Antipsychotic/Neurotransmitter antagonist Dipenzapine Derivative |
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Risperidone
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Risperdal
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Tab, ODT, Soln, Inj Pwd
Antipsychotic/Benzisoxazole Derivative dementia (↑ death in elderly), ↑ wt, ↑ chance for DM, ant. Of DA and Serotonin rec. |
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Aripiprazole
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Abilify
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Tab, ODT, Soln, inj
Antipsychotic/partial DA and serotonin agonist Ability to reduce body temp decreased |
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Olanzapine
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Zyprexa
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Tab, ODT, Inj Pwd
Antipsychotic/Dipenzapine Derivative |
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Alprazolam
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Xanax
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Tab ER/IR
Antianxiety/Benzodiazepine CIV, MAY be habit forming |
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Diazepam
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Valium
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Tab, Inj, Oral Conc, Soln, Rectal Gel
Antianxiety/Benzodiazepine CIV, phys/psych dependence |
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Lorazepam
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Ativan
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Tab, Inj, Soln (Intensol) Antianxiety/Benzodiazepine
CIV |
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Buspirone HCl
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BuSpar
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Tab
Antianxiety avoid grapfruit, with MAOI inc BP, mechanism unknown, 7-21 days show effect; NON-CONTROLLED |
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Clonazepam
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Klonopin
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Tab, ODT
Antiepileptic/Benzodiazepine Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, akinetic/ myoclonic seizures CIV, tolerance may develop, taper down dose; ONLY BENZODIAZAPINE USED PRIMARILY FOR SEIZURES |
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Temazepam
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Restoril
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Cap
Sedative/Benzodiazepine CIV, short-term, 10 d max, habit forming; Tema-zzzz-epam |
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Zolpidem Tartrate
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Ambien
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Tab, Tab CR
Sedative/Nonbarbituate Hypnotic CIV, short-term, 7-8 h of sleep, side effect: sleep amnesia |
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Eszopiclone
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Lunesta
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Tab
Sedative/Nonbarbituate Hypnotic CIV |
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Phenobarbital
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Luminal Sodium
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Tab, Inj
Antiepileptic/Sedative (Barb) CIV, long-acting, grains and Mg |
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Levetiracetam
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Keppra
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Tab (IR/ER), Inj, Soln
Antiepileptic(anticonvulsant) Normally ADJUNCT, not monotx, taper down |
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Oxcarbazepine
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Trileptal
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Tab, Susp
Antiepileptic/Anticonvulsant Partial seizures, epilepsy |
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Carbamazepine
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Tegretol,Tegretol XR
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tab,cap,susp
Anticonvulsant/misc CNS agent Seizures; trigeminal neuralgia pain |
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Gabapentin
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Neurontin
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Tab, Cap, Soln
Anticonvulsant/antineuralgic Seizures, neuralgia |
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Topiramate
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Topamax
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Tab, Sprinkle Cap
Antiepileptic/Carbonic Anhydrase (x)or/ Na Channel Blocker Carbonic anhydrase (X)or: diuretic; Caps can be swallowed whole or sprinkled on food |
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Divalproex Na
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Depakote
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Tab EC/ER, Cap
Anticonvulsant/Antipsychotic; (antiepileptic) Seizures, bipolar mania/mixed episodes, migraine prevent |
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Lamotrigine
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Lamictal
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Tab, Chew Tab, ODT
Antiepileptic/CNS agent Bbox: RASH (Steven Johnson Syndrome)- burn unit treatment, separation of dermis/epidermis |
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Phenytoin Na (ER)
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Dilantin, Kapseals
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Cap
Antiepileptic/Na Chan stabalizer Gingival hyperplasia (check teeth regularly); gum swelling |
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Pregabalin
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Lyrica
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Cap, Sol
Anticonvulsant/Antineuralgic CV- euphoria, Titratedup to 600mg, a lot of variance |
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Methylphenidate
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Ritalin (IR/ER)
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Tab, Tab, Cap, chew tab, Sol
CNS agent for ADHD/CNS stimulant CII, > 6 yo, |
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Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine Salts
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Adderall, Adderall XR
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Tab, Cap XR
CNS Agent for ADHD/ Psychostimulant; Amphetamine Mixt No MAOI's; CII |
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Methylphenidate HCL
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Concerta
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Tab, Tab ER
CNS agent for ADHD/CNS stimulant CII, Ghost Tablet(outer shell shows up in stool, med gone) |
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Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate
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Vyvanse
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cap
CNS agent for ADHD/CNS stimulant |
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Atomoxetine HCl
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Strattera
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Cap
CNS agent for ADHD/Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor NOT controlled, Bbox: suicidal thoughts, SSRI |
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Modafinil
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Provigil
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Tab
Pseudosympathomimetic/CNS Stimulant/Antiepileptic CIV |
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Sumatriptan Succinate
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Imitrex
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Tab, Inj,Intranasal
Antimigrainous agent/Selective agonist Migraine attacks; Cluster headaches |
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Carbidopa/Levodopa
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Sinemet
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Tab IR/CR
Antiparkinsons/Dopamine Agonist |
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Benztropine Mesylate
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Cogentin
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Tab, Inj
Antiparkinsons/Anticholinergic Lack of dopamine/can't move. Anticholinergic: DRY everything |
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Ropinirole HCl
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Requip (XL)
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Tab, Tab XL
Antiparkinsons/Dopamine Agonist Hallucinations, titrated, gambling |
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Pramipexole DiHCL
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Mirapex
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Tab
Antiparkinsons/ nonergot Dopamine Agonist Hallucinations, gambling |
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Donepezil HCl
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Aricept
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Tab, Soln, ODT
Antialzheimers/Cholinesterase (x)or/ Antipsychotic Vagotonic effects on heart |
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Memantine HCl
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Namenda
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Tab, Soln
Antialzheimers/NMDA Receptor Antag |
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Meclizine HCL
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Antivert
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Tab, Chew Tab
Antivertigo Agent/ H1 antagonist OTC |
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Levonorgestrel w Ethinyl Estradiol Triphasic
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Trivora, Triphasil, Enpresse
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tab [Triphasic]
oral contraceptive |
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Norgestimate & Ethinyl Estradiol
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Tri-Cyclen, Tri-Cyclen Lo, TriSprintec, Trinessa
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tab [Triphasic]
oral contraceptive |
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Drospirenone & Ethinyl Estradiol
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Yasmin, Ocella
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Tab [Monophasic]
oral contraceptive |
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Etonogestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol
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NuvaRing
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Vaginal Ring
Contraceptive/Suppression of LH and FSH |
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Estrogens (Conjugated)
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Premarin
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Tab, Cream, Inj
Sex Hormone/Estrogen |
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Estrogens (Conjugated)/ Medroxyprogesterone
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Prempro
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Tab
Sex Hormone/Estrogen-Progestin Combo |
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Estradiol (Topical)
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Vivelle-dot
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Patch (transdermal)
Sex Hormone/Estrogen 2x/wk, avoid barbs, apply to lower absomen, dc TAPER DOWN 3-6 month intervals, CLOTS/CV |
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Estradiol
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Estrace
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Tab, Cream
Sex Hormone/Estrogen taken cyclically- 3 weeks on, 1 week off. Risk of breast cancer can increase |
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Alendronate Na
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Fosamax
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Tab (+Vit D), Soln
Osteoporosis Agent/Bisphosphonate Water only before meals AM, sit up 30 min, do NOT chew/crush |
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Risedronate Na
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Actonel
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Tab
Osteoporosis Agent/Bisphosphonate Water only, sit up 30 min; Caution pt's w/ GI disease |
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Raloxifene HCl
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Evista
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Tab
Osteoporosis Agent/Sex Hormone; Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator(SERM) ↑ VTE and death from stroke |
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Levothyroxine Na
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Synthroid, Levoxyl, Levothroid
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Tab, Inj
Thyroid Hormone .5-1 h BEFORE breakfast, anticoag IX |
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Thyroid, dessicated
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Armour Thyroid
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Tab
Thyroid Hormone Grains, anticoag IX |
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Vitamin D, Ergocalciferol
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Drisdol
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Cap, drops
Vitamin/Ca Regulator Refractory rickets, hypoparathyroidism |
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Folic Acid
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Folate
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Tab, Inj
Vitamin (B9) Do not discontinue w/o consult dr. |
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KCl
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K-Dur, Klor-Con, Micro-K
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Tab, Cap, Susp Pwd
Electrolyte/K Supplement |
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Tolterodine Tartrate
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Detrol, Detrol LA
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Tab, Cap (ER)
Urinary Bladder Modifier/ Muscarinic antagonist |
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Oxybutynin Cl
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Ditropan, Ditropan XL
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Tab, Tab ER, Syrup
Urinary Bladder Modifier/ Anti-spasmodic Ghost cap |
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Dutasteride
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Avodart
|
Cap
Prostate Antiinflamm/ α-antag cause impotence, decreased libido, hair growth |
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Finasteride
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Proscar
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Tab
Prostate Antiinflamm/α-antag Avoid touching if pregnant |
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Tamsulosin HCl
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Flomax
|
Cap
Prostate Antiinflamm/α-antag take dose 30 min following same meal daily |
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Phenazopyridine HCl
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Pyridium
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OTC Tab
Urinary Tract Analgesic Don’t take for more than 2 days; AZO- Urine color change same with contacts |
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Sildenafil Citrate
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Viagra
|
Tab
Agent for erectile dysfunction; Phosphodiesterase 5 (x)or PDE5 (x)ors: Avoid nitrates and grapefruit juice, female viagra?, 1 hr prior to intercourse, 1/day |
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Tadalafil
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Cialis
|
Tab
Agent for erectile dysfunction; Phosphodiesterase 5 (x)or 1 every 72hours (5mg/daily) |
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Methotrexate
|
NO BRAND (Methotrexate)
|
Tab
Antimetabolite/Folic Acid Antag Usual dose = WEEKLY, avoid NSAIDs, empty stomach, stay hydrated, sunscreen sensitivity |
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Chlorhexidine Gluconate
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Peridex, Periogard
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Oral rinse
Antiplaque Rinse/ Ginivitis(antimicrobial agent) brush teeth/floss, rinse 30 secs, spit out… DO NOT SWALLOW. Stain teeth, altered taste |
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Varenicline Tartrate
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Chantix
|
Tab
Smoking Deterrent/ Nicotine Receptor Agonist begin 1 week prior to smoking cessation, dosing titrated up to 1 mg BID. Taper down. N/V (after meals); Can cause suicidal thoughts |
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Phentermine HCL
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Adipex-P, Ionamin
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Tab, Cap
weight management/CNS stimulant dizziness, habit forming, insomnia |
