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Ibuprofen dosing for adults
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200-400 mg q 6-8 h
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Max ibuprofen dose
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1200-2400 mg/day
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Naproxen dosing for adults
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220 mg q 8-12 h
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Max naproxen dose
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440-660 mg/day
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Acetaminophen dosing for adults
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650-1000 mg q 4-6 h
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Max acetaminophen dose
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3000-3200 mg/day
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Aspirin dosing for adults
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650-1000 mg q 4-6 h
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Max aspirin dose
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4000 mg/day
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Measurement of temperature
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Rectal > tympanic > oral and temporal > axillary
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When to refer for allergic conjunctivitis
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Treat for up to 3 days. If no relief, refer
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When to refer for contact dermatitis
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Get rid of offending agent. If no improvements in 72 hours, refer.
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How to treat dry eye
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Lubricants first. Switching to a preservative free lubricant drop may work better
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OTC drugs for tension headache
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Acetaminophen, NSAIDs, and salicylates
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Drugs for migraine
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NSAIDS and salicylates. Pre-medicating prior to a known situation that causes migraines and regular administration during situation may help prevent onset of headache
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Define reformulation
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Reformulation of an OTC product to contain a different active ingredient but retain the same name as the original product
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Proper duration of nasal spray therapy
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3-5 days
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Goal in treating fever for peds
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Patient comfort and increasing eating and drinking. Underlying illness course is not altered
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Drugs to treat fever in peds
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Acetaminophen and ibuprofen are equally effective. Ibuprofen may be renally toxic if pt is dehydrated.
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Vitamin A deficiency
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Night blindness, skin is dry and thickened
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Vitamin A UL
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3 mg/day
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Vitamin D deficiency
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Rickets, bone fractures, osteopenia, osteomalacia
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Vitamin D UL
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0.1 mg/day
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Vitamin E deficiency
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Neuropathy, muscle weakness
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Vitamin E UL
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1000 IU/day
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Vitamin K deficiency
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bruising, bleeding
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Vitamin K UL
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not established
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Vitamin B3 deficiency
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Burning mouth, swollen bright-red tongue, pellegra
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Vitamin B3 UL
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35 mg/day
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Vitamin B6 deficiency
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itchy rashes, anemia, swollen tongue, depression, confusion
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Vitamin B6 UL
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100 mg/day
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Vitamin C deficiency
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scurvy
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Vitamin C UL
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2000 mg/day
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Folate deficiency
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megaloblastic anemia
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Folate UL
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1 mg/day
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Vitamin B12 deficiency
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fatigue, weakness, constipation, nerve problems, anemia, CNS
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Vitamin B12 UL
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not established
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Alpha-lipoic acid use
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diabetic peripheral neuropathy
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Asian ginseng use
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Decrease fatigue, increase concentration, prevent cancer
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Coenzyme Q10 use
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CV conditions
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Echinacea use
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prevent URIs and prevent/treat common cold
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Fish oil use
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lower TG, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis
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Garlic use
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Lower cholesterol, treat bacterial and fungal infections
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Ginger use
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antiemetic, digestive aid
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Ginkgo use
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Enhance memory, vascular dementias
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Glucosamine use
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DJD of knee, arthritic pain
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Green tea use
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Decrease CV disease and cancer, performance enhancer
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Kava use
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anxiety, stress
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Melatonin use
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sleep disorders, jet lag
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Probiotic use
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antibiotic induced diarrhea, GI disorders, atopic dermatitis, allergies
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Saw palmetto use
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symptoms of BPH
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St. John's wort use
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Mild to moderate depression, anxiety
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Alpha-lipoic acid SE and contraindications
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SE: headache, nausea, allergic rash, hypoglycemia. Contra: thyroid disease
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Asian ginseng SE and contraindications
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SE: insomnia, BP changes, anorexia, rash, menstrual abnormalities.
Contra: renal failure, acute infection, pregnancy and lactation |
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Asian ginseng interactions
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anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents, stimulants, antipsychotics
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Coenzyme Q10 SE and interactions
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SE: GI, headache, irritability, dizziness. Interactions: counteracts effects of coumadin, statins reduce levels
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Echinacea SE and contraindications
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SE: GI discomfort, tingling sensation of tongue, headache. Contra: HIV/AIDS, MS, TB, autoimmune
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Echinacea interactions
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Induces 3A4
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Fish oil SE and contraindications
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SE: GI, fish burp (take with meals). Contra: active bleeding
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Fish oil interactions
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Antiplatelet meds
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Garlic SE and contraindications
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SE: bad breath, GI, dermatitis, allergic reactions. Contra: active bleeding
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Garlic interactions
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Anticoagulants and antiplatelet meds. Saquinavir decreases levels
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Ginger SE and precautions
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SE: heartburn, dermatitis. Precaution: increased risk of hypoglycemia.
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Ginger interactions
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Increase risk of bleeding on anticoagulants and antiplatelet meds
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Laxative products for maintenance for peds
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Magnesium citrate, magnesium hydroxide, PEG 3350, sorbitol, mineral oil
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First line for treating constipation
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Bulk forming agents and PEG 3350
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When to NOT treat diarrhea
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When it is diarrhea caused by bacteria, virus, or food borne illness, unless the physician has recommended it
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When to treat diarrhea
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When diarrhea is not caused by any identifiable source
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Anti-gas products
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Alpha-galactosidase and simethicone
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APAP vs ibuprofen for OA
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acetaminophen is recommended over NSAIDS due to safety concerns
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Antihistamines for peds
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cetirizine, fexofenadine, and loratadine
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