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Antihistamines, Decongestants, Antitussives, and Expectorants Flashcards

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Dextromethorphan (Robitussin)

Chemical Classification

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Levorphanol derivative

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Dextromethorphan (Robitussin)

Functional Classification

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Antitussive, nonopioid

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Dextromethorphan (Robitussin)

Mechanism of Action

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Depresses cough center in medulla by direct effect

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Dextromethorphan (Robitussin)

Uses

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Nonproductive cough caused by colds or inhaled irritants

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Dextromethorphan (Robitussin)

Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity

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Dextromethorphan (Robitussin)

Side Effects

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CNS: Dizziness, sedation, confusion, ataxia, fatigue
GI: Nausea

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Dextromethorphan (Robitussin)

Nursing Considerations

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ASSESS:
-COUGH: type, frequency, character, including sputum

PERFORM/PROVIDE:

  • Increased fluids to liquify secretions
  • Humidification of patient’s room
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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Functional Classification

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Antihistamine (1st generation, nonselective)

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Chemical Classification

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Ethanolamine derivative, H1-receptor antagonist

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Mechanism of Action

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Acts on blood vessels, GI, respiratory system by competing with histamine for H1-receptor site; decreases allergic response by blocking histamine

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Uses

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Allergy symptoms, rhinitis, motion sickness, antiparkinsonism, nighttime sedation, infant colic, nonproductive cough, insomnia in children

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity to H1-receptor antagonist, acute asthma attack, lower respiratory tract disease, neonates

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Side Effects

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CNS: Dizziness, Drowsiness, poor coordination, fatigue, anxiety, euphoria, confusion, paresthesia, neuritis, SEIZURES
CV: hypotension, palpitations
EENT: blurred vision, dilated pupils, tinnitus, nasal stuffiness, dry nose, throat, mouth
GI: nausea, anorexia, diarrhea
GU: Retention, dysuria, frequency
HEMA: THROMBOCYTOPENIA, AGRANULOCYTOSIS, HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA
INTEG: photosensitivity
MISC: ANAPHYLAXIS
RESP: increased thick secretions, wheezing, chest tightness

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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Nursing Considerations

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ASSESS:

  • urinary retention, frequency, dysuria; product should be discontinued
  • CBC during long-term therapy; blood dyscrasias may occur
  • Respiratory status: rate, rhythm, increase in bronchial secretions, wheezing, chest tightness
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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

Overdose Treatment

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Administer diazepam, vasopressors, phenytoin IV

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Guaifenesin (Mucinex)

Functional Classification

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Expectorant

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Guaifenesin (Mucinex)

Mechanism of Action

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Increases the volume and reduces the viscosity of secretions in the trachea and bronchi to facilitate secretion removal

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Guaifenesin (Mucinex)

Uses

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Productive and nonproductive cough

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Guaifenesin (Mucinex)

Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity; chronic, persistent cough

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Guaifenesin (Mucinex)

Side Effects

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CNS: drowsiness, headache, dizziness
GI: nausea, anorexia, vomiting, diarrhea

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Guaifenesin (Mucinex)

Nursing Considerations

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ASSESS:
-COUGH: type, frequency, character, including sputum; fluids should be increased to 2L/day

PERFORM/PROVIDE:
-increased fluids, room humidification to liquefy secretions

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Loratadine (Claritin)

Functional Classification

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Antihistamine, 2nd generation

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Loratadine (Claritin)

Chemical Classification

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Selective histamine (H1)-receptor antagonist

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Loratadine (Claritin)

Mechanism of Action

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Binds to peripheral histamine receptors, thereby providing antihistamine action without sedation

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Loratadine (Claritin)

Uses

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Seasonal rhinitis, chronic idiopathic urticaria for those >/=2yr

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Loratadine (Claritin)

Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity, acute asthma attacks, lower respiratory tract disease

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Loratadine (Claritin)

Side Effects

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CNS: sedation (more common with increased doses), headache, fatigue, restlessness
CV: sinus tachycardia
RESP: wheezing

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Loratadine (Claritin)

Nursing Considerations

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ASSESS:

  • ALLERGY: hives, rash, rhinitis; monitor respiratory status
  • LFTs, serum creatinine/BUN

PERFORM/PROVIDE

  • Storage in tight container at room temp
  • Increased fluids to 2L/day to decrease secretions

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