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List 5 classes of meds that can be used for GU problems.
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1. Nitrofurantoin (Furadantin)
2. Phenazopyridine (Pyridium) 3. Anticholinergics 4. Anti-impotence 5. Testosterone Inhibitors |
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What type of drug is Nitrofurantoin (Furadantin)?
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anti-infective
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Side effects r/t Nitrofurantoin (Furadantin)
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1. D, N, V
2. asthma attacks* |
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NC for a pt on Nitrofurantoin (Furadantin)
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1. check CBC
2. monitor I&O 3. give w/ food or milk* 4. monitor pulmonary status |
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What type of drug is Phenazopyridine (pyridium)?
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urinary tract analgesic/ spasmolytic
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2 side effects of Pyridium?
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1. headache
2. vertigo |
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2 NC for a pt taking Pyridium?
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1. urine will be BRIGHT ORANGE
2. take w/ meals! |
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List 6 anitcholinergics that are used for GU problems
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1. Oxybutynin (Ditropan)
2. Hyoscyamine (Anaspaz) 3. Propantheline (Pro-Banthine) 4. Darifenacin (Enablex) 5. Solifenacin (Vesicare) 6. Tolterodine (Detrol) |
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Common Anticholinergic side effects (5)
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1. drowsiness
2. blurred vision 3. dry mouth 4. C 5. urinary retention |
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Indications for anticholinergics in terms of GU problems?
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1. to reduce bladder spasms
2. to tx urinary incontinence |
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NC for pt taking an anticholinergic in relation to diet
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increase fluids and fiber in diet!
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Oxybutynin and older adults--special considerations?
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1. older adults require a higher dose
2. greater incidence of side effects |
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3 meds for anti-impotence?
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1. Sildenafil (Viagra)
2. Vardenafil (Levitra) 3. Tadalafil (Cialis) |
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4 side effects of anti-impotence meds.
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1. headache
2. flushing 3. hypotension 4. priapism (failure to return to flaccid) |
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what do anti-impotence meds tx?
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ED
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When should a pt take an anti-impotence med?
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1 hr before sexual activity
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What 3 substances should you never mix anti-impotence meds w/?
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1. NITRATES
2. ALPHA BLOCKERS (doxazosin) 3. GRAPEFRUIT JUICE |
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What adverse effect can anti-impotence meds + alpha blockers & nitrates have?
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fatal HYPOtension
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Give an example of a Testosterone inhibitor.
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Finasteride (Proscar, Propecia)
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3 side effects of Proscar/Propecia
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1. decreased libido
2. impotence 3. breast tenderness |
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What does Proscar tx?
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BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia)
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What adverse effect does Propecia have in men?
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male hair loss
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If a man taking a testosterone inhibitor has a pregnant wife, what must they consider?
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pregnant women shoiuld avoid contact w/ crushed drug or pt's semen---may adversely affect male fetus
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