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Acetaminophen
GENERIC: Tylenol, Panadol, Feverall, Acephen, Nortemp ? drug class, use, dose, warnings |
CLASS: Analgesic, anti-pyretic
USES: Pain, Fever, Sinus infection, Sore throat, Streptococcal pharyngitis, Ulcerative colitis, Lyme disease Be careful of liver fx, esp w/ > 5d for pain or fever DOSE (age based): 0-3m = 40mg; 4-11m = 80mg; 1-2y = 120mg; 2-3y = 160mg; 4-5y = 240mg; 6-8y = 320mg; 9-10y = 400mg; 11y = 480mg, >12y = 500mg Never dose more than 5 doses in 24 hrs, never more than 5 days for fever or pain unless under care of physician (worry about hepatic fx). Long-term use may increase rhinoconjunctivitis, allergic eczema, allergic asthma |
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Albuterol INH
GENERIC: Proventil, AccuNeb ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Beta2-adrenergic agonist
USES: asthma NEBULIZER DOSE: < 1y = 0.05 to 0.15 mg/kg/dose every 4 to 6 hours 1-4 y = 1.25 to 2.5 mg q 4 to 6 hours 5-11y = 2.5 mg every 4 to 6 hours >12y = 2.5 to 5 mg every 6 hours MDI (HFA) DOSE: >5y = 2 puffs (216 mcg) every 4 to 6 h PRN |
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Amoxicillin
GENERIC: Amoxil, Moxatag ? drug class, use, dose, SE |
Class: β-Lactam antibiotic
USES: UTI, Sinus infection, Middle ear infection, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Peptic ulcer, Lyme disease, Listeriosis, Actinomycosis, Helicobacter, Soft tissue infection, Bacterial skin disease, Human bites, Strep DOSE: 1st line AOM: 40-45 mg/kg BID SE: Diarrhea |
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Amoxicillin/clavulanic acid
GENERIC: Augmentin, AugmentinXE ? drug class, use, dose |
CLASS: Beta-lactamase inhibitor
USES: AOM, Sinus infection, Aspiration pneumonia, bites DOSE: Step-up AOM: ES 600 |
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Atomoxetine HCl
GENERIC: Strattera ? drug class, use, warnings |
CLASS: Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
USE: ADHD Non-controlled, but monitor for severe liver dz (do bloodwork on pts) |
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Azithromycin
GENERIC: Zithromax, Zmax, Zpac ? drug class, use, dose |
CLASS: Macrolide
USES: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Tonsilitis, Middle ear infection, Inflammation of urethra, Skin infection, Chancroid, Staphylococcus bacteria infection, Mycoplasma pneumonia, Hemophilus infection, Neisseriaceae Infections, Strep DOSE: AOM tx for type-1 allergy: 10 mg/kg on Day 1, 5 mg/kg Days 2-5 |
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Beclomethasone dipropionate INH
GENERIC: Qvar ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Glucocorticoid
USE: asthma |
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Betamethasone
GENERIC: Celestone, Luxiq, Diprolene ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Corticosteroid
USE: Inflammation, Psoriasis, Atopic dermatitis, Seborrhea, Anal itch, Facial Dermatoses, Hand Dermatoses, Scalp dermatoses, Foot dermatoses, Leg dermatoses |
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Calcifactant
GENERIC: Infasurf ? drug class, use |
USE: lung surfactant, Prevent RDS in premature
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Carbamazepine
GENERIC: Tegretol ? drug class, use |
USE: Anti-epileptic, mood stabilizer, epilepsy
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Cefalexin
GENERIC: Keflex ? drug class, use, dose, warnings |
CLASS: Cephalosporin
USE: UTI, Staph, Strep, Bacterial pneumonia, Wound Infection, Soft tissue infection, E coli infection, Klebsiella infection, Proteus Infections, Human bites |
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Cefdinir
GENERIC: Omnicef ? drug class, use, dose |
CLASS: Cephalosporin
USE: Middle ear infection, Sinus infection, Tonsil inflammation, Acute bronchitis, Staphylococcus bacteria infection, Bacterial pneumonia, E coli infection, Klebsiella infection, Proteus Infections, Bacterial skin disease, Hemophilus infection, Streptococcus bacteria infection DOSE: AOM tx for non-type 1 allergy: 14 mg/kg/day (in 1 or 2 divided doses) |
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Ceftriaxone
GENERIC: Rocephin ? drug class, use, dose |
CLASS: Cephalosporin
USE: AOM, OM, Gonorrhea, Urinary tract infection, Sepsis, Lyme disease, Middle ear infection, Peritonitis, Salmonella infections, Epididymitis, Bact. PNA, Chancroid, Staph, Enteritis, Proctocolitis, Soft tissue infection, E coli infection, Klebsiella, Proteus, Bacterial skin disease, Infectious bone disease, Strep, Bacterial meningitis DOSE: Step-up AOM for non-type 1: 50 mg/kg |
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Cetirizine
GENERIC: Zyrtec, Alleroff ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist
USE: hay fever and allergy symptoms, hives, and itching |
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Ciclesonide
GENERIC: Omnaris, Alvesco ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Glucocorticoid
USE: maintenance treatment of asthma as prophylactic therapy |
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Ciprofloxacin
GENERIC: Cipro, Ciloxan, Cetraxal ? drug class, use, SE |
CLASS: Quinolone
USE: UTI, Gonorrhea, Sinus infection, Fever, Typhoid fever, Anthrax, bone/bone marrow infxn, Neutropenia, Staph, diarrhea, Campylobacter, Pseudomonas, Bacterial Conjunctivitis, E coli, Klebsiella, Proteus infxn, Bacterial skin disease, Hemophilus infection SE: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting |
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Ciprofloxacin/Dexamethasone
GENERIC: Ciprodex ? drug class, use, warnings |
CLASS: Quinolone, Corticosteroid
USE: OE, ear drop for swimmer's ear Note: $$$ Expensive! Can use acetic acid (2%) with or without hydrocortisone or OTC formulas. If doesn't respond, then pt is a better candidate. |
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Clindamycin
GENERIC: Clindagel, Cleocin ? drug class, use, dose |
CLASS: Lincosamides
USE: Acne, vaginal infxn, Toxoplasmosis, Staph, Strep, Pneumocystis Pneumonia DOSE: Step-up AOM for type-1 allergy: 30 mg/kg/day, in 3 divided doses |
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Clindamycin phosphate + tretinoin
GENERIC: Veltin ? use |
USE: acne vulgaris
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Cromoglicic acid
GENERIC: NasalCrom, Gastrocrom, Crolom ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Mast cell stabilizer
USE: nasal sx with AR, Conjunctivitis, Bronchospasm, Food allergy, Mast cell disorder, IBD |
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Desmopressin (DDAVP)
GENERIC: Ddavp, Stimate ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Vasopressin analogue, Factor VIII Activator
USE: Nocturnal enuresis, Diabetes insipidus, Bleeding, Enuresis, Thrombocytopenia |
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Desonide
GENERIC: Desonate ? use |
USE: atopic dermatitis
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Dexamethasone
GENERIC: Decadron, Ozurdex, Maxidex, Baycadron ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Corticosteroid
USE: Allergy, Cerebral edema, Addison's disease, Septic shock, Blood disorder, Perennial Allergic Rhinitis, TumoR |
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Dexmethylphenidate HCl
GENERIC: Focalin ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Racemic methylphenidate
USE: ADHD |
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Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine
GENERIC: Adderrall (XR, Reg) ? drug class, use, warnings |
CLASS: CNS Stimulant
USE: ADHD Note: Schedule II controlled substance |
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Diphenhydramine
GENERIC: Benadryl, Sominex, Diphenhist, Hydramine ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Histamine-1 Receptor AntagonisT
USE: severe allergic reactions, motion sickness |
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Doxycycline
GENERIC:Oracea, Doryx, Monodox, Periostat, Atridox, Morgidox,Vibra-Tabs, Alodox, Ocudox ? drug class, use, warning |
CLASS: Tetracycline
USE: Lyme disease, Pneumonia, Anthrax, Bacterial pneumonia, Pleural effusion, Rickettsiosis, Mycoplasma infection *Not for kids < 7 unless RMSF (potentially fatal) |
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Fexofenadine
GENERIC: Allegra ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Histamine-1 Receptor AntagonisT
USE: AR, hives |
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Fluconazole
GENERIC: Diflucan ? drug class, use, warnings |
CLASS: Azole Antifungal
USE: Fungal infection, Fungemia, Histoplasmosis, Candidiasis, meningitis Note: Category D in preggers |
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Fluticasone furoate
GENERIC: Veramyst ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Corticosteroid
USE: AR |
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Fluticasone propionate
GENERIC: Flovent Rotadisk ? drug class, use, warnings |
CLASS: Corticosteroid
USE: asthma >4yo |
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Gabapentin
GENERIC: Neurontin ? drug class, use, warnings |
CLASS: Analgesic, Anti-epileptic
USE: partial seizures >3yo |
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Griseofulvin
GENERIC: Gris-PEG ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Tubulin Inhibiting Agent
USE: Athlete's foot, Tinea capitis |
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Guaifenesin
GENERIC: Mucinex, Robitussin, Guiatuss, Q-Tussin, Liqufruta, QTussin, MucaPlex, Bronchoril ? drug class, use, warnings |
CLASS: expectorant
USE: Cough, Common cold, Sinus infection, Sore throat, Acute bronchitis, Laryngitis, Pertussis, Perennial Allergic Rhinitis Note: contraindicated for < 4 yo |
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Guanfacine XR
GENERIC: Intuniv ? drug class, use, dose, warnings |
CLASS:, Central alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonist, old antihypertensive
USE: ADHD (with anxiety component), HTN DOSE: 1 mg/d Monitor BP, HR... do not take with other anti-hypertensives |
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Histrelin acetate
GENERIC: Supprelin LA ? use |
USE: central precocious puberty
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Ibuprofen
GENERIC: Advil, Midol, Motrin, Caldolor, NeoProfen ? drug class, use, dose, warnings, SE |
CLASS: anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-platelet, anti-pyretic
USE: Fever, Inflammation, Gout, Osteoarthritis, Menstrual cramps, Sinus infection, Tonsil inflammation, Bursitis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Premenstrual syndrome, Heavy menstrual bleeding, Chronic Childhood Arthritis, Viral meningitis, Post-Operative Pain DOSE (weight): ... don't use for more than 10 days Worry about renal insufficiency (drug causes decreases in renal blood flow) Notable SE: Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Bleeding, Dizziness, Flatulence |
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Insulin glargine INJ
GENERIC: Lantus ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Insulin
USE: DM1/2 requiring basal insulin to control hyperglycemia |
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Ivermectin
GENERIC: Sklice lotion, Stromectol ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Antiparasitic
USE: Head lice, Scabies, Onchocerciasis, Strongyloidiasis, Ascariasis, Elephantiasis, Pinworm infection, Whipworm, Mansonelliasis |
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Ketoconazole
GENERIC: Nizoral, Xolegel, Extina ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Azole Antifungal
USE: Seborrhea, Tinea versicolor, Ringworm, Athlete's foot, Skin inflammation, Cushing's syndrome, Histoplasmosis, keratitis, Candidiasis |
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Loratadine
GENERIC: Claritin Syrup ? drug class, use, dose |
USE: AR, hives
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Lucinactant
GENERIC: Surfaxin ? use |
USE: RDS in premature infants
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Methylphenidate HCl
GENERIC: Daytrana, Concerta, Ritalin, Methylin ? drug class, use, warnings |
CLASS: CNS Stimulant
USE: ADHD, uncontrollable daytime sleepiness SE: mood swings, agitation, paranoia Caution: high body temp in kids, CV failure, seizure Note: Schedule II controlled substance, only works for ~3 hrs (some parents prefer long-acting), watch supplement habits (high caffeine, etoh) and VS |
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Metronidazole
GENERIC: Flagyl, Metrogel ? drug class, use, dose, warnings |
CLASS: Nitroimidazole Antimicrobial
USE: Bacterial infection (vagina), Trichomoniasis, Acne rosacea, Giardiasis, Amoebiasis, Abscess, Surgical Wound Infection,Helicobacter Infections, Pseudomembranous Enterocolitis, Bacteroides infections |
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Miconazole
GENERIC: Monistat ? drug class, use, dose, SE |
CLASS: Azole Antifungal
USE: Athlete's foot, Tinea cruris, Aspergillosis, Vulvovaginal Candidiasis, Candidiasis of skin and nails SE: Skin Burning Sensation |
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Mometasone
GENERIC: Elocon, Nasonex, Asmanex ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Corticosteroid
USE: AR, nasal polyps |
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Montelukast
GENERIC: Singulair ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist
USE: prevent and control asthma attacks, including attacks caused by exercise. Also treats seasonal (short-term) and perennial (long-term) allergies. |
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Mupirocin
GENERIC: Centany, Bactroban ? drug class, use |
CLASS: RNA Synthetase Inhibitor, Antibacterial
USE: impetigo |
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Nedocromil sodium
GENERIC: Tilade ? use |
USE: mild-to-moderate bronchial asthma
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Nystatin
GENERIC: Nystop ? drug class, use, dose |
CLASS: Polyene Antifungal
USE: Candidiasis, Oral candidiasis, Chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis, Vulvovaginal Candidiasis SE: Mild stinging or burning |
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Ofloxacin
GENERIC: Floxin, Ocuflox ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Quinolone
USE: OE, OM |
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Olopatadine HCl
GENERIC: Patanase ? drug class, use, warnings |
CLASS: Histamine-1 Receptor Inhibitor
USE: AR, Allergic conjunctivitis Note: Schedule V controlled substance |
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Oseltamivir
GENERIC: Tamiflu ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Neuraminidase inhibitor
USE: Influenza, Avian influenza, helps decrease incidence of AOM during flu season |
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Oxybutynin
GENERIC: Gelnique, Ditropan, Oxytrol ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Muscarinic receptor antagonists
USE: Urinary incontinence, Overactive bladder, Neurogenic bladder dysfunction. Use for >6 yo |
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Permethrin
GENERIC: Nix ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Pyrethroid
USE: Lice |
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Prednisolone
GENERIC: Orapred, Millipred, Omnipred, Flo-Pred, Econopred ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Corticosteroid
USE: Inflammation, Allergy, Swelling, Adrenal insufficiency, Conjunctivitis, Rheumatism, Collagen disease, Blood disorder, Skin diseases, Gastrointestinal Disorder, Respiratory Tract Dx |
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Ritonavir
GENERIC: Norvir ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Protease inhibitor
USE: HIV infection |
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RSV Immune Globulin IV
GENERIC: RespiGam ? use |
USE: prevention of RSV disease
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Sertraline HCl
GENERIC: Zoloft ? drug class, use, SE, warning |
CLASS: SSRI
USE: Off-label use in pediatrics for major depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Panic disorder, Posttraumatic stress disorder, Eating disorder, Depressive Disorder SE PROFILE: Insomnia, Nausea, Diarrhea, Somnolence, Serotonin syndrome, Suicidal ideation, Indigestion, Anorexia, Decreased Libido, Agitation, Ejaculation failure |
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Somatropin
GENERIC: Genotropin, Norditropin ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Recombinant human growth hormone
USE: growth failure |
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Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX)
GENERIC: Septra, Bactrim |
CLASS: Sulfonamide + Dihydrofolate Reductase Inhibitor
USE: infxn, MRSA, UTI (10 d), HIV prophylaxis, Middle Ear Infections (5 days duration) *Not for babies <1 mo *Not for pregnant women *Not w/G6PD deficiency TMP-SMX has a 5:1 ratio |
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Terbinafine
GENERIC: Lamisil, Terbinex ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Allylamine Antifungal
USE: Fungal nail infection, Athlete's foot, Tinea versicolor, Tinea capitis, Chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis SE: Itching, rash, swelling, blisters, or redness |
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Tocilizumab
GENERIC: Actemra ? use |
USE: systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis
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Topiramate
GENERIC: Topamax ? drug class, use, SE |
CLASS: Anti-epileptic Agent
USE: Epilepsy, Migraine, Pain, Seizure, Bipolar disorder, Tonic–clonic seizure, Infantile Spasms SE: Weight loss, Somnolence, Anorexia |
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Triamcinolone
GENERIC: Azmacort, Kenalog, Triderm, Nasacort, Kenalog, Aristospan ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Corticosteroid
USE: Inflammation, Systemic lupus erythematosus, Adrenal insufficiency, Rheumatism, Bronchospasm, AR, Dermatoses |
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Clonidine
GENERIC: Catapres, Kapvay ? drug class, use, dose, SE, warnings |
CLASS: alpha-2 adrenergic agonist
DOSE: ADHD >6 y DOSE: 0.1-0.2 XR tab/d SE: fatigue, solemnence , fatigue, URI/throat pain Watch use of any other sedatives. Monitor respirations. Cannot discontinue abruptly (BP skyrockets with all ADHD) |
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Fluoxetine
GENERIC: Prozac ? drug class, use, dose, SE, warnings |
1 of only 2 anti-depressants approved for pediatrics
CLASS: SSRI USE: MDD (FDA), Anxiety (non-FDA) DOSE: 10 mg/d, max 60 mg/d SE: nausea, anorexia, HA, insomnia, anxiety |
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Escitalopram
GENERIC: Lexapro ? drug class, use, dose, SE, warnings |
1 of only 2 anti-depressants approved for pediatrics
CLASS: SSRI USE: MDD (FDA), Anxiety (non-FDA) DOSE: 10 mg/d SE: nausea, anorexia, HA, insomnia, anxiety |
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Clozapine
GENERIC: Clozaril, FazaClo ? drug class, use, dose, warnings, SE |
Most effective anti-psychotic
CLASS: 2nd gen anti-psychotic DOSE: 25 mg/d SE: metabolic effects (weight gain, dyslipidemia, DM), anti-cholinergic effects, seizures, withdrawal dyskinesia Note: SE will happen faster in kids than adults (ex. after 2m, kids have been noted to gain ~15lbs). Weigh benefit v. cardiometabolic risk. BLACK BOX: agranulocytosis, leukocytopenia, neutropenia --> run CBCs on all pts at first sign of alternative |
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Aripiprazole
GENERIC: Ambilify ? drug class, use |
CLASS: Atypical antipsychotic
USES: irritability associated with autism, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression |
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Metoclopramide
GENERIC: Reglan ? drug class, use, warnings |
USE: GERD
SE: may cause tardive dyskinesia (no more than 12 d) Note: Take this medicine on an empty stomach, 30 minutes before each meal and at bedtime. |
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Penicillin
? drug class, use |
USE: Syphilis, GAS, GBS (prophylaxis in pregnancy)
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Vancomycin
? drug class, use, SE, warnings |
USE: "Ears and Kidneys", Synergy with Gentamycin; Covers Strep, Staph
SE: Red man syndrome (give more slowly) |
