Pharmacology

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Opioid
treats pain
don't give if resp below 12

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Morphine sulfate

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OTC Med - hidden in a lot of narcotics
Metablized in the liver & can cause extensive hepatic harm if given in doses above 4g

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Acetaminophen

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Quick general Anesthesia
Used w/ICU pts fighting vent

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Propofol

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synergistic components of this drug are beneficial in treating Parkinson's disease

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Levodopa-Carbidopa (Sinemet)

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CNS stimulant effectivie against ADD

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Methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta)

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Cardio-selective Beta-Blocker
decrease heart rate
decrease cardia myocardial O2 demand

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Metaprolol (Lopressor)

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Non-selective beta -blocker
helps prevent migraines

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Propranolol (Inderal)

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Mult Forms - SL, IV, long-acting
treat Angina
Cause HA

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Nitrate: Nitroglycerin

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Grapefruit alters its effectiveness of lowering cholesteral

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Atorvastatin Calcium (Lipitor)

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Must be stopped 7 days prior to epidural procedures d/t irreversible inhibition of platelet activity

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Aspirin

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Beta 2 agonist and makes patients 'jittery'

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Albuterol (Proventil)

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Relieves symptoms of hypoglycermia

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Glucagon

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patients on Warfarin w/elevated INR receive?

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Vitamin K

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Antidote for narcotic induced respiratory depression

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Naloxone (Narcan)

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if pt's aPTT is too high

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Protamine Sulfate

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augment effects of renal failure on erythrocyte production
given sq & effectiveness monitored by hemoglobin levels

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Epoetin Alfa (Procrit)

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Used for Bipolar

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Lithium Carbonate (Eskalith)

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Benzodiazepine w/CNS depressant properties

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Diazepam (Valium)

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If TSH is high

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Levothyroxine (Synthroid)

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Oral hypoglycemic agent that shouldn't be used if pt allergic to sulfa

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Sulfonylureas (Glucotrol)

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Need to know onset of action, peak & duration

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Insulin

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CCB ordered to treat rapid heart rate

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Cardizem or Verapamil

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cough side effect because ACE i

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Captopril (Capoten)

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Blocks the receptors in the Renin-angiotensin Cycle
angiotensin Receptor Blocker (ARB)

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Losartan

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'clot - buster' used in ER

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Streptakinase

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Antineoplastic on drug-eluting stents

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Taxol

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Antiobiotic for client undergoling colorectal surgery and at risk for anaerobic infection

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Flagyl

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treats serious systemic fungal infections - pt's need to be premedicated before dose

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Amphotericin B

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Treat herpes simplex virus and varicella-zoster

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Acyclovir (Zovirax)

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treats serious gram-negative infections

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Gentamicin Sulfate

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bacteriostatic inhibitor and used when pt allergic to PCN. Take w/meals to reduce GI upset. Rarely given IV

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Erythromycin

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Tetracycline - most common side effect is photosensitivity

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Doxycycline

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3rd generation cephalosporin
-more effective against gram-neg & anaerobes
- less likely to be destroyed by beta-lactamase

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Ceftlriaxone (Rocephin)

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3rd generation cephalosporin
more effective agaoinst gram-neg * anaerobes & less likely to be dstroyed by beta-lactamas. can be given IM

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Ceftriaxone (Rocephin)

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Don't use this antibiotic class if pt allergic to PCN
- even though they are beta-lactam antibiotic
- & GREAT at eliminating gram (+) bacteria

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Cephalosporins

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Before use: Assess signs of hearing loss because this has a high potential for Ototoxicity

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Vancomycian - Redman Syndrome

OTOTOXIC - NEPHROTOXIC

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A Fluoroquinolone that has a
AE: Achillies tendon rupture

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Ciprofloxacm

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Salicylism would result in immediate d/c

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Aspirin

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Treat accute gout attachs w/no need to measure uric acid levels to monitor effectiveness because I do not effect uric acid production or excreation

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Colchicine

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Cytotoxic medication commonly prescribed as DMARD

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Methotrexate
(Disease modifying antirheumatic medication)

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slows entrance of sodium & calcium back into the neuron which extends the time it takes for nerve to return to it active city.
AE: GINGIVAL Hyperlasia.
- Also a TERATOGENIC

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Dilantin

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Tricyclic antidepressant

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Amitriptyline (Elavil)

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SSRI - SSRI syndrom may begin 2-72 hrs after starting trmt

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Fluoxetine (Prozac)

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tricyclic antidepressant
- the nurse may need to instruct the client on ways to minimize my anticholinergic effects

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Amitriptyline (Elavil)

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I am a SSRI, serotonin syndrome may begin 2-72 hours after starting treatment with me.

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Fluoxetine (Prozac)

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I am considered a sedative hypnotic non-benzodiazepine, I can cause daytime sleepiness if not taken at bedtime with 8 hr allowed for sleep

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Zolpidem (Ambien)

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My SELECTIVE alpha1 blockage results in venous and arterial dilation
- first dose hypotension is a concern

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Praxozine (Minipress)

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When my usage is given in conjuction with hypokalemia there is the possibility for dysrhythmias and possible cardiotoxicity. My levels need to be monitored and I shoudn't be given if hear rate < 60.

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Digoxin (Lanoxin)

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As a Class III Antidysrhythmic medication I have the potential to cause pulmonary toxicity

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Amiodarone (Cardarone, Pacerone)

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I am considered an endogenous glucoside, my effect last 1 minute or less. I am given for bradycardia and the IV protocol must be strictly followed for me to be beneficial.

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Adenosine

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I am a Class IB antidysrhythmic and am used for short-term treatment of ventricular dysrhythmias

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Lidocaine (Xylocaine)

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I am used for long-term control of chronic asthma. My serum levels need to be monitored and side effects of mild toxicity include GI distress and restlessness.

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Theophylline (Theo-dur)

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I am a high ceiling loop diuretic that works in the ascending limb of loop of henle. Hypokalemia is a potential side effect. My useage should be avoided in combination with other ototoxic medications

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Furosemide (Lasix)

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i am a thizide diuretic that works in the early distal convoluted tubule. I am somtimes the first choice for treatment of essential hypertension

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Hydrochlorothiazide (Esidrix, Hydrodiuril)

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I am a potassium-sparing diuretic that blocks the action of aldosterone. There is a risk for hyperkalemia when I am used and patients should aoid potassium containing salt substitues.

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Spironolactone (Adactone)

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I am an osmotic diurectic that is used to decrease intracranial pressure

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Mannitol (Osmitrol)

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I can reduce acid secreations by irreversibly inhibiting the enzyme that produces gastric acid. I should be taken prior to eating.

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Prilosec

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prevent an ulcer from further injury that may be caused by acid and pepsin by STICKING to the ulcer.
- Instruct pt to increase dietary fiber & drink at least 1500 mL/day to prevent constipation

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Sucralfate

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I prevent emesis by blocking the serotonin receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone. I am used to prevent emesis related to chemotherapy, radiation and post operative recovery. Headache is my most common side effect.

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Ondansetron (Zofran)

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I am a dopamine antagonist used to prevent emesis. There is a potential for sedation with my usage.

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Prochlorperazine (Compazine)

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I am a bulk-forming laxative

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Psyllium (Metamucil)

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I am a surfactant laxative

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Docusate Salt (Colace)

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I am an antidiarrheal and at high doses the patient may experience typical opioid effects of euphoria and CNS depression - this is because I am an anlog of meperidine.

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Lomotil

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My job is to block the synthesis of thyroid hormones, if overmedication occurs then signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism will occur.

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Prophylthiouracil (PTU)

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With my useage growth pattersn should be monitored as I am responsible for treating growth hormone deficiences. I should be used cautiously in patients with diabetes

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Somatropin

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I am sometimes used during cardiac arrest and am a very strong antidiuretic hormone.

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Vasopression (Pitressin Synthetic)

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I am a immunostimulant used in treatment of leukemia and bone-marrow suppression, flu-like symptoms are my possible side effects

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Interferon

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Digoxin Antidote

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Digoxin immune Fab

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Heparin Antidote

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Protamine Sulfate

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Insulin Antidote

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Glucagon

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Opioids Antidote

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Narcan

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ACE- end in

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'pril'

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Beta-blockers end in

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'olol'

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ARBs end in
(Angiotensin Receptor blocker)

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'Sartan'