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7 Cards in this Set
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Albuterol
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Trade: Proventil
Classification: Beta 2 Agonist Use: airflow disorders Adverse reactions: cardiac stimulation (tachycardia, hypertension) Nursing consideration: assess for chest pain/angina, use before inhaled anti-inflammatory |
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Theophylline
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Trade: Theo 24
Classification: Methylxanthines Use: airflow disorders Adverse reactions: vomiting and seizures from toxicity Nursing considerations: monitor blood, avoid caffeine |
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Prednisone
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Trade: Deltasone
Classification: glucocorticoid (oral) Use: airflow disorders Adverse reactions:GI bleeding Nursing consideration: avoid NSAIDS |
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Cromolyn
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Trade: Intal
Classification: mast cell stabilizer Use: airflow disorders Adverse reactions: bitter aftertaste Nursing considerations: sips of water, hard candy, not for acute asthma attacks |
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Montelukast
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Trade: Singulair
Classification: Leukotriene modifier Use: airflow disorders Adverse reactions: GI upset Nursing considerations: take once daily in evening. |
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Pseudoephedrine
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Trade: Sudafed
Classification: sympathomimetic Use: UR disorders Adverse Reactions: potential for drug abuse, causes vasoconstriction, insomnia, restlessness, anxiety Nursing consideration: Purchase restrictions, caution with heart disease |
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Guaifenesin
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Trade: Mucinex
Classification: expectorant Use: cough Adverse reaction: nausea, vomiting Nursing consideration: caution with other OTC cold products, give with food |
