Brand/generic/ clinical pearls Flashcards
Metronidazole
Flagyl, Flagyl ER
-Anti-infective
-Anti-bacterial, Antiprotozoal
-Finish course as prescribed. Avoid alcohol during therapy and for 2 days after. May discolor urine reddish-brown
Fluconazole
Diflucan
-Finish course as prescribed. May cause headache and GI upset. CYP interactions: strongly inhibits 2C9, 2C19 (clopidogrel, warfarin, and phenytoin); moderately inhibits 3A4, may prolong QT interval
Ketoconazole
Nizoral
-Available topically or orally. Tablets should be taken with food. Drug is absorbed best in acidic conditions; avoid antacids, PPI’s and H2 blockers for 2 hours before and after administration. Major CYP3A4 drug interactions. Topical formulations are flammable. Potential for hepatotoxicity.
Nystatin
Mycostatin, Nystop
-Available in many different dosage forms (topical, oral, suspension, powder) and some combination products. Suspensions can be dosed as “swish and spit” for oral candidiasis or “swish and swallow” for esophageal candidiasis
Terbinafine
Lamisil
-Finish course as prescribed. Topical formulation available OTC and is most common use
Acyclovir
Zovirax
-Available topically and orally. Avoid intercourse during herpes outbreaks. Dose and duration depends on indication. CNS side effects especially in elderly and renal impairment. Interacts with herpes zoster vaccine. Stay well hydrated.
Valacyclovir
Valtrex
-Avoid intercourse during herpes outbreaks. Dose and duration depends on indication. CNS side effects especially in elderly and renal impairment/ Interacts with herpes zoster vaccine. Stay well hydrated.
Cephalexin
Keflex
-Finish course as prescribed. May cause GI upset. Hypersensitivity reactions may occur if allergic to penicillin and/or other cephalosporins. May decrease absorption of oral contraceptives.
Cefuroxime axetil
Ceftin
-Finish course as prescribed. May cause GI upset. Hypersensitivity reactions may occur if allergic to penicillin and or other cephalosporins. May decrease absorption of oral contraceptives
Cefdinir
Omnicef
-Finish course as prescribed. May cause GI upset. Hypersensitivity reactions may occur if allergic to penicillin or other cephalosporins. May decrease absorption of oral contraceptives
Ciprofloxacin
Cipro (XR)
-Finish course as prescribed. Monitor glucose. Do not take within 2 hours of consuming foods or other products containing di- or trivalent cations (milk, calcium antacids, multivitamins and supplements) May cause sun sensitivity and CNS side effects. FDA requires assessments of risk of QTc prolongation. BBW for tendonitis/ tendon rupture. Available orally and in opthalmic and otic suspensions
Levofloxacin
Levaquin
-Finish course as prescribed. Monitor glucose. Do not take within 2 hours of consuming foods or other products containing di- or trivalent cations (milk, calcium antacids, multivitamins and supplements) May cause sun sensitivity and CNS side effects. FDA requires assessments of risk of QTc prolongation. BBW for tendonitis/ tendon rupture. Available orally and in ophthalmic suspensions
Moxifloxacin
Avelox
-Finish course as prescribed. Monitor glucose. Do not take within 2 hours of consuming foods or other products containing di- or trivalent cations (milk, calcium antacids, multivitamins and supplements) May cause sun sensitivity and CNS side effects. FDA requires assessments of risk of QTc prolongation. BBW for tendonitis/ tendon rupture. Available orally and in ophthalmic suspensions (Vigamox, Moxeza)
Azithroycin
Zithromax, zmax, Azasite
-finish course as prescribed. No 3A4 inhibition. QT prolongation possible. Ophthalmic solution (Azasite) is refrigerated
Clarithromycin
Biaxin (XL)
-Finish course as prescribed. May impart metallic taste. Inhibits CYP 3A4. QT prolongation possible
Clindamycin
Cleocin, Cleocin T, Evoclin, Clindagel
-Available in many dosage forms (oral, topical, vaginal suppository, powder for suspension) and combination products. Oral therapy may cause C.diff associated severe diarrhea. Suspension has a horrible taste, little flavoring options available.
Nitrofurantoin
Macrobid, Macrodantin, Furadantin
-Take with food to enhance absorption. May cause peripheral neuropathy or pulmonary fibrosis. Shake suspension thoroughly.
Amoxicillin
Amoxil
-Finish course as prescribed. May cause GI upset; take with food. Hypersensitivity reaction possible. May decrease efficacy of oral contraceptives. Secondary vaginal yeast infection may develop. Shake suspension well and keep refrigerated
Amoxicillin + clavulanate
Augmentin, Augmentin XR
- Finish course as prescribed. May cause GI upset; take with food. More likely to have diarrhea bc of clavulanate- maintain hydration. Clavulanic acid doses vary among formulations; double-check if using alternate formulation to achieve prescribed dose. Shake susp well and keep refrigerated, note exp date
Penicillin V potassium
Veetids, Pen-Vee K
-Finish course as prescribed. May cause GI Upset; take with food. C. diff associated diarrhea may develop. Hypersensitivity reactions possible
Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim
Bactrim, Bactrim DS, Septra, Spetra DS
-Finish course as prescribed. Take with plenty of water. Increase sensitivity to sunlight. Increased risk of hypoglycemia if taken with other sulfonylureas. Severe life-threatening skin reactions possible
Doxycycline
Vibramycin, Doryx, Adoxa, Monodox, Oracea, Periostat
-May increase sensitivity to sunlight. Do not take within 2 hours of consuming food or other products containing di- or trivalent cations (ex. milk, calcium antacids, multivitamins and supplements) Hyclate and monohydrate salts not interchangeable
Metronidazole (topical)
metrogel, metrogel-vaginal, metrocream, metrolotion
-use condoms during vaginal therapy. some drug is absorbed systemically; avoid alcohol consumption during therapy and for 2 days after. Also used topically on the face for rosacea.
Mupirocin
Bactroban
-Used most in hospital to reduce the risk of MRSA infection from carriers
Nystatin + triamcinolone
Mycolog II
-use sparing amount, avoid application around eyes
Chlorhexidine gluconate
Peridex, Periogard
-Tx for gingivitis/ periodontitis
-swish and spit 15 mls BID
Olsetamivir
Tamiflu
-BID dosing for Tx, QD dosing for prophylaxis, Tx within 24-48 hours of sx, rarely causes behavioral disturbances inc delirium, risk of anaphylaxis and allergic skin reactions
Emtricitabine + Tenofovir
Truvada
-Reverse Transcriptase inhibitor
-Adherence important to prevent resistance. May be taken without regard to food. May cause decrease in bone mineral density, fat redistribution, lactic acidosis, hepatomegaly, and renal toxicity. Recently approved for pre-exposure HIV prophylaxis for those whose partner has HIV; must have regular testing every 3 months
Zidovudine +lamivudine
Combivir
-Reverse transcriptase inhibitor
-Adherence important to prevent resistance. May be taken without regard to food. May cause fat redistribution, lactic acidosis, hepatomegaly, myopathy, and hematologic toxicity.
Enalapril
Vasotec
-Pregnancy category D. May cause dry cough, first-dose hypotension (especially in CHF and hypervolemia) and hyperkalemia (avoid salt substitutes) Angioedema is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and medical intervention may be necessary. Drug has renoprotective properties, but may also cause acute renal failure; monitor serum creatinine and discontinue if >30% increase.
Ramipril
Altace
-Pregnancy category D. May cause dry cough, first-dose hypotension (especially in CHF and hypervolemia) and hyperkalemia (avoid salt substitutes) Angioedema is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and medical intervention may be necessary. Drug has renoprotective properties, but may also cause acute renal failure; monitor serum creatinine and discontinue if >30% increase. May have greater benefit if dosed at bedtime
Quinapril
Accupril, Accuretic
-Pregnancy category D. May cause dry cough, first-dose hypotension (especially in CHF and hypervolemia) and hyperkalemia (avoid salt substitutes) Angioedema is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and medical intervention may be necessary. Drug has renoprotective properties, but may also cause acute renal failure; monitor serum creatinine and discontinue if >30% increase.
Benazepril, Ben/HCTZ
Lotensin, Lotensin HCT
-Pregnancy category x. May cause dry cough, first-dose hypotension (especially in CHF and hypervolemia) and hyperkalemia (avoid salt substitutes) Angioedema is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and medical intervention may be necessary. Drug has renoprotective properties, but may also cause acute renal failure; monitor serum creatinine and discontinue if >30% increase.
Lisinopril, Lis/HCTZ
Zestril or Prinivil, Zestoretic
-Pregnancy category D. May cause dry cough, first-dose hypotension (especially in CHF and hypervolemia) and hyperkalemia (avoid salt substitutes) Angioedema is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and medical intervention may be necessary. Drug has renoprotective properties, but may also cause acute renal failure; monitor serum creatinine and discontinue if >30% increase.
Doxazosin Mesylate
Cardura, Cardura XL
*Alpha 1 blocker
-May cause postural hypotension/orthostasis after first dose or an increase in dose. Dizziness and headache commo
Terozosin
Hytrin
*Alpha 1 blocker
-May cause postural hypotension/ orthostasis after first dose or increase in dose. Dizziness and headache common
Clonidine
Catapres, Catapres TTS, Nexiclon XR, Kapvay ER
*Alpha II agonist
May cause drowsiness, dry mouth, or skin reactions. Rotate patch application sites and discard patches carefully. Do not discontinue abruptly.
Amiodarone
Cordarone
*Antiarrhythmic
Many drug interactions, complicated by extremely long half life of 40-50 days. Hepatic and pulmonary damage possible; notify MD if jaundice, dark urine or trouble breathing occur. May cause thyroid problems, hypotension, bradycardia, ocular disease and exacerbate arrhythmia. Have regular ophthalmic visits. May cause skin to turn bluish-grey in color.
Warfarin
Coumadin
*anticoagulant
-risk of bleeding, especially GI. Very narrow therapeutic index, INR must be monitored regularly and vitamin K intake should be uniform. Many drug interactions; always check with MD or RPh when taking a new medication
Fenofibrate
TRICOR, Trilipix
*Antihyperlipidemic
-Risk of myopathy; taking with statins increase risk. Discontinue immediately and report any signs (muscle pain, brown urine) to MD and/or RPh. Increases action of sulfonylureas; monitor for hypoglycemia. No good outcome data; FIELD and ACCORD Lipid were not positive. Safer to combine with a statin than gemfibrozil, but not evidence based. Many different “brand” formulations
Gemfibrozil
Lopid
-antihyperlipidemic
-Increases effects of statins and therefore myopathy risk; discontinue immediately and report any signs (muscle pain, brown urine to MD or RPh. Should be taken 30 minutes before breakfast and dinner. Increased risk of gallstones.
Niacin
Niaspan ER
*antihyperlipidemic
-Causes flushing in most individuals (>80%); take at bedtime with a low-fat snack and 325 mg aspirin to reduce effects. Doses higher than 2g/day may cause hepatotoxicity
Atorvastatin
Lipitor
*Antihyperlipidemic- HMG CoA reductase inhibitor
-Pregnancy category X. Myopathy is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and report any signs (muscle pain, brown urine) to MD or RPh. May be taken at anytime of day. Avoid excessive alcohol and grapefruit juice. Some CYP3A4 interactions
Lovastatin
Mevacor, Altoprev ER
*HMG CoA reductase inhibitor
–Pregnancy category X. Myopathy is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and report any signs (muscle pain, brown urine) to MD or RPh. Take in the evening. Avoid excessive alcohol and grapefruit juice. Some CYP3A4 interactions
Pravastatin
Pravachol
*HMG CoA reductase inhibitor
–Pregnancy category X. Myopathy is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and report any signs (muscle pain, brown urine) to MD or RPh. Avoid excessive alcohol and grapefruit juice. Significantly fewer drug interactions compared to other statins (cleared by kidney rather than liver)
Rosuvastatin
Crestor
*HMG CoA reductase inhibitor
–Pregnancy category X. Myopathy is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and report any signs (muscle pain, brown urine) to MD or RPh. May be taken at anytime of day. Avoid excessive alcohol and grapefruit juice.
Simvastatin/ Ezetimibe
Vytorin
*HMG CoA reductase inhibitor and cholesterol absorption inhibitor
–Pregnancy category X. Myopathy is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and report any signs (muscle pain, brown urine) to MD or RPh. Take in the evening. Avoid excessive alcohol and grapefruit juice. Several CYP 3A4 interactions. Lacks data that combination is superior to simvastatin alone.
Simvastatin
Zocor
*HMG reductase inhibitor
–Pregnancy category X. Myopathy is a serious reaction; discontinue immediately and report any signs (muscle pain, brown urine) to MD or RPh. Take in the evening. Avoid excessive alcohol and grapefruit juice. Some CYP3A4 interactions
Aspirin
Ecotrin
*Antiplatelet
-Used for cardiovascular or cerebrovascular accident treatment/prophylaxis. 75-325 mg po daily. Risk/benefit important for prophylaxis decisions. Increased risk of bleeding. Be aware of hypersensitivity reactions especially in patients with allergic triad as a allergy, nasal polyps, and asthma, avoid in children due to risk of Reye Syndrome
Amlodipine + Valsartan
Exforge, Exforge HCT
*ARB + calcium channel blocker
Valsartan, Val/HCTZ
Diovan, Diovan HCT
*ARB
-BBW in pregnancy. May cause dizziness, hypotension, hyperkalemia (avoid salt substitutes, potassium sparing diuretics), and renal dysfunction (discontinue if serum creatinine increase >30%) NSAIDs reduce antihypertensive effect and increase risk of renal dysfunction. Taking with ACE inhibitor or renin inhibitor increases side effects with little benefit
Irbesartan, Irbesartan/ HCTZ
Avapro, Avalide
*ARB
-BBW in pregnancy. May cause dizziness, hypotension, hyperkalemia (avoid salt substitutes, potassium sparing diuretics), and renal dysfunction (discontinue if serum creatinine increase >30%) NSAIDs reduce antihypertensive effect and increase risk of renal dysfunction. Taking with ACE inhibitor or renin inhibitor increases side effects with little benefit
Candesartan, Can/HCTZ
Atacand, Atacand HCT
*ARB
-BBW in pregnancy. May cause dizziness, hypotension, hyperkalemia (avoid salt substitutes, potassium sparing diuretics), and renal dysfunction (discontinue if serum creatinine increase >30%) NSAIDs reduce antihypertensive effect and increase risk of renal dysfunction. Taking with ACE inhibitor or renin inhibitor increases side effects with little benefit
Olmesartan
Benicar, Benicar HCT
*ARB
-BBW in pregnancy. May cause dizziness, hypotension, hyperkalemia (avoid salt substitutes, potassium sparing diuretics), and renal dysfunction (discontinue if serum creatinine increase >30%) NSAIDs reduce antihypertensive effect and increase risk of renal dysfunction. Taking with ACE inhibitor or renin inhibitor increases side effects with little benefit
Losartan, Los/HCTZ
Cozaar, Hyzaar
*ARB
-BBW in pregnancy. May cause dizziness, hypotension, hyperkalemia (avoid salt substitutes, potassium sparing diuretics), and renal dysfunction (discontinue if serum creatinine increase >30%) NSAIDs reduce antihypertensive effect and increase risk of renal dysfunction. Taking with ACE inhibitor or renin inhibitor increases side effects with little benefit
Atenolol
Tenormin
*Beta Blocker, Beta 1 selective
-May cause drowsiness. Masks symptoms of hypoglycemia. Do not discontinue abruptly. Limited evidence/data
Metoprolol Succinate
Toprol XL
*Beta blocker, beta 1 selective
-may cause drowsiness. Masks symptoms of hypoglycemia. Do not discontinue abruptly. Succinate and tartrate salts are not interchangeable
Metoprolol tartrate
Lopressor
*Beta blocker, beta 1 selective
-may cause drowsiness. Masks symptoms of hypoglycemia
bisoprolol, bisoprolol + HCTZ
Zebeta, Ziac
*Beta blocker, beta 1 selective
-may cause drowsiness. Masks symptoms of hypoglycemia. Do not discontinue due to risk of tachycardia and hypertension. Bisoprolol has outcome data in heart failure; target dose of 10 mg/day
atenolol/chlorithalidone
Tenoretic
*beta blocker, beta 1 selective
Propranolol
Inderal, Inderal LA, Innopran, Innorpan XL
*Beta blocker, nonselective
-May cause drowsiness. Masks symptoms of hypoglycemia. Do not discontinue abruptly. LA and immediate release formulation are not mg-mg equivalent; dose may need to be increased up to 30% when converting from immediate release to LA
Carvedilol
Coreg
*Beta blocker, nonselective, alpha 1 blocker
-may cause drowsiness. masks symptoms of hypoglycemia. Do not discontinue abruptly. CR and immediate release are not mg-mg equivalent; CR 10 mg equivalent to 3.125 mg BID of immediate release.
Labetalol
Normodyne or Tradate
*Beta blocker, nonselective; alpha 1 blocker
-may cause drowsiness. masks symptoms of hypoglycemia. do not discontinue abruptly
digoxin
Lanoxin or Lanoxicap
*Cardiac glycoside: + inotropic, - chronotropic
-narrow therapeutic index, many drug interactions. Digoxin toxicity possible (anorexia, nausea, fatigue, vision disturbances, bradycardia, arrhythmias)
Amlodipine + olmesartan
Azor, tribenzor
amlodipine
Norvasc
*dihydro calcium channel blocker
-may cause drowsiness, risk of hypotension and orthostasis. Risk of peripheral edema that is not responsive to diuretics but may be relieved by ACEi or ARB
Nifedipine
Procardia, Procardia XL, Adalat
*Dihydro CCB
-may cause drowsiness. risk of peripheral edema that is not responsive to diuretics. ACEi or ARB used to reverse. Adalat and Procardia not equivalent, double-check when dispensing generics
Amlodipine + Benazepril
Lotrel
*Dihydro CCB + ACEi
Amlodipine +Atorvastatin
Caudet
*dihydroCCB + HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor
-titrate amlodipine to response over 1-2 weeks and atorvastatin in 6-8 weeks
Dabigatran
Pradaxa
*direct thrombin inhibitor
-Monitor for bleeding. May cause some GI upset. Store capsules in original container or blister pack; discard unused medication after 4 months. Do not crush, chew or open capsules. If a dose is missed, do not take a double dose if more than 6 hours have passed. Drug interaction with p-glycoprotein substrates (dronedarone, ketoconazole, rifampin). Dose should be adjusted for kidney function. discontinuation for surgery determined by creatinine clearance
potassium chloride
Klor-con
-May cause GI upset, take with food. monitor salt intake
Rivaroxaban
Xarelto
*Factor Xa inhibitor
-Monitor for bleeding. Doses of 15 mg or more must be taken with food. Compliance extremely important, but do not take a double dose if a dose is missed. discontinue at least 24 hours before surgeries. drug interactions with CYP 3A4 substrates, but benefit outweighs cost in some cases
apixaban
Eliquis
*Factor Xa inhibitor
-Monitor for bleeding. 5 mg orally twice daily. A dose of 2.5 mg twice daily is recommended for patients at least 80 years old, who weigh no more than 60 kg, or have serum creatinine of at least 1.5 mg/dL, as well as those receiving strong dual inhibitors of cytochrome P450 3A4 and P-glycoprotein. Boxed waring- increased risk of stroke if DC’d. Not indicated in patients with prosthetic heart valves
furosemide
Lasix
*loop diuretic
-May cause hypokalemia; monitor potassium levels and kidney function. Also watch salt intake. May be used as needed in congestive heart failure. Hypersensitivity reaction may occur in individuals with sulfa allergy. Lasix is short for “last six hours”
Enoxaparin
Lovenox
*Low molecular weight heparin
-Increased risk of bleeding. Counsel on injection technique. Often used when beginning warfarin to achieve goal INR more quickly. In community pharmacy, double-check to make sure proper package size and quantity are being dispensed/billed
Isosorbide Mononitrate
Imdur, ISMO
*Nitroglycerin antianginal/ vasodilator
-Frequently causes dizziness and/or headache. Dosed twice daily, but must be taken “asymmetrically” to prevent tolerance; take second dose 8 hours after first dose rather than every 12 hours
Nitroglycerin SL
Nitrostat
*Nitroglycerin antianginal/ vasodilator
-Frequently causes dizziness and/or headache. If chest pain persist after first dose, take second dose in 5 minutes. Call 911 if symptoms persist after second dose. Store in original container
Topical Nitroglycerin
Nitro-Dur
*Nitroglycerin antianginal/ vasodilator
-Finish course as prescribed. Apply patch for 12 hours and remove for 12 hours for nitrate-free period
Diltiazem
Cardizem, Cardizem SR, Cardizem CD, Cardizem LA, Tiazac
*Non-dihydro CCB
-May cause drowsiness/dizziness or headache. Do not discontinue therapy without discussing with MD. Many formulations that may not be equivalent; double-check when dispensing generics
Verapamil
Calan, Calan SR, Isoptin SR
*Non-dihydro Calcium Channel blocker
-may cause drowsiness/ dizziness, headache, or constipation. Do not discontinue therapy without discussing with MD
Clopidogrel
Plavix
*Platelet inhibitor
-Monitor for bleeding. Compliance extremely important. CYP 2C19 inhibitors such as omeprazole and esomeprazole greatly decrease efficacy. Check with MD or RPh before starting new medications or taking OTC medications
Triamterene +HCTZ
Dyazide capsule or Maxzide tablets
*Potassium sparing + thiazide
-Take in the early morning, monitor renal function, potassium levels, and salt intake; not to be used if renal function impaired. Risk of kidney stones; drink plenty of fluids to reduce risk. Double check patient profile when dispensing generics; patients should remain on tablets or capsules unless MD changes
Spironolactone, Spir/HCTZ
Aldactone, Aldactizide
*potassium sparing
-take early in the morning. monitor renal function, potassium levels, and salt intake. may cause gynecomastia in males, menstrual irregularities in females (antiandrogenic properties) Evidence based data for heart failure, post MI, and resistant hypertension. Aldactazide may cause hypersensitivity reactions in individuals with sulfa allergy.
Indapamide
Lozol
*thiazide
-take in the early morning. monitor renal function, potassium levels, and salt intake; not to be used in severe renal impairment, but may be used in minimally impaired renal function. Hypersensitivity reaction may occur in individuals with sulfa allergy.
Chlorithalidone
Thalidone, Hygroton
*thiazide
–take in the early morning. monitor renal function, potassium levels, and salt intake; not to be used if renal function impaired. Hypersensitivity reaction may occur in individuals with sulfa allergy. Chlorithalidone is twice as potent as HCTZ
Hydrochlorithiazide
Oretic, Microzide
*thiazide
-Take in the early morning. Monitor renal function, potassium levels and salt intake. Hypersensitivity reactions may occur in individuals with sulfa allergy
Metolazone
Zaroxolyn
*thiazide
-take in the early morning. monitor renal function, electrolytes (potassium and magnesium) and salt intake. hypersensitivity reaction may occur in individuals with sulfa allergy. Often used in diuretic-resistant patient in combination with loop diuretics
Ondansetron
Zofran, Zofran ODT
*5-HT3 antagonist; antiemetic
-may cause headache, fatigue, dissolve ODT under the tongue, store in original container until ready to use. QT prolongation possible
Donepezil
Aricept
*acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
-take in the evening. significant nausea, vomiting and diarrhea possible, as well as anorexia. May also cause bradycardia and fainting. Set realistic expectations for Alzheimer’s patients. Keep in mind positive statistical significance vs clinical significance
Rivastigmine
Exelon, Exelon Patch
*Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
-Take capsule in the evening. rotate patch application sites. Significant nausea, vomiting and diarrhea possible, as well as anorexia. May also cause bradycardia and fainting. Set realistic expectations for Alzheimer’s patients
Butalbital + aspirin + caffeine (w or wo codeine)
Fiorinal, Fiorinal with codeine
*Analgesic combo for tension headache C-III
-may cause drowsiness or dizziness; avoid alcohol use during therapy. Caution against taking other products containing aspirin
Butalbital + acetaminophen + caffeine
Fioricet, Fioricet with codeine
*Analgesic combo for tension headaches, C-III
-May cause drowsiness or dizziness; avoid alcohol use during therapy. Do not exceed 4 g of APAP per day, 3g if frequent alcohol drinker, 2g if taking warfarin. New BBW with acetaminophen due to hepatotoxicity
Buspirone
Buspar
*Antianxiety- serotonin 5-HT1A receptor partial agonist
-may cause drowsiness or dizziness, slow onset, mildly effective, little potential for abuse
Scopolamine
Transderm-Scop
*Anticholinergic
-may cause drowsiness or dizziness. wash your hands after application as touching your eyes after application may result in blurred vision (dilation)
Mirtazapine
Remeron
*antidepressants
-may cause drowsiness or dizziness, dry mouth, constipation and weight gain. do not discontinue abruptly. open from blister and dissolve on the tongue
Trazodone
Desyrel
*Antidepressant/ sleep aid
-may cause dizziness/drowsiness/orthostasis, priapism risk
Bupropion
Wellbutrin (SR) (XL) or Zyban
*Antidepressant/ smoking cessation aid
-Take XL tabs in the AM to avoid insomnia, do not crush or chew SR or XL tabs, do not take doses too close or exceeding maximum doses because of seizure risk. Potential side effects inc nervousness, constipation, trouble sleeping, dry mouth, tremor
Carbamazepine
Tegretol (XR)
Antiepileptic
-Take with food, may cause drowsiness, avoid alcohol. Serious and sometimes fatal dermatologic reactions (including Stevens-Jonson syndrome and toxic epideral necrolysis) have been reported especially in patients with the inherited allelic variant HLA-B1502. Genetically at risk patients (IE those from Asia) should be screened prior.
Lamotrigine
Lamictal
*Antiepileptic
-Report hypersensitivity/rash to MD, may cause drowsiness, do not operate heavy machine
Levetiracetam
Keppra
*Antiepileptic
-May cause dizziness/drowsiness, do not operate heavy machinery, do not abruptly discontinue therapy
Oxcarbazepine
Trileptal
*Antiepileptic
-May cause dizziness/drowsiness, do not operate heavy machinery or abruptly discontinue therapy
Phenytoin Sodium
Dilantin Kapseals
*Antiepileptic
-May cause dizziness/drowsiness, do not operate heavy machinery. Emphasize good oral hygiene to reduce risk of gingival hyperplasia.
Divalproex
Depakote (ER)
*Antiepileptic, mood stabilizer
-Do not abruptly discontinue therapy, avoid alcohol use, may cause drowsiness
phenobarbital
phenobarbital
*Antiepileptic/hypnotic; C-IV
May cause drowsiness or dizziness, avoid alcohol use during therapy
Topiramate
Topamax
*Antiepileptic/ migraine prophylactic
-May cause drowsiness or dizziness, avoid alcohol use during therapy. Confusion (“Dopamax”) and it is now FDA approved in combination with phentermine in extended release- Qsymia (C-IV)
Gabapentin
Neurontin
*Antiepileptic/ neuropathic analgesic
-May cause drowsiness or dizziness, avoid alcohol use during therapy. Edema, weight gain and confusion common, as well as generally need to titrate slowly to higher doses as this agent has dose related kinetics
Hydroxyzine hydrochloride
Atarax
*Antihistamine
-May cause anticholinergic side effects
Hydoxyzine pamoate
Vistaril
*Antihistamine/ antianxiety
-may cause anticholinergic side effects
Eletriptan
Relpax
*Antimigraine, 5-HT1 agonist
-Take at onset of migraine. If headache is relieved but returns after 1st dose, repeat in 2 hours. Do not exceed 2 doses or 80 mg in a 24 hours period. If 1st dose does not relieve symptoms, reevaluate condition. Ischemic cardiovascular events possible. Drug interactions with CYP 3A4 substrates and ergot derivatives
Rizatriptan
Maxalt, Maxalt MLT
*Antimigraine, 5-HT1 agonist
-Take at onset of migraine. If headache is relieved but returns after 1st dose, repeat in 2 hours. Do not exceed 2 doses or 80 mg in a 24 hours period. If 1st dose does not relieve symptoms, reevaluate condition. Ischemic cardiovascular events possible. Drug interactions with ergot derivatives. Dissolve tablets contain phenylalanine
Sumatriptan
Imitrx
*Antimigraine, 5-HT1 agonist
-Take at onset of migraine. If headache is relieved but returns after 1st dose, repeat in 2 hours. Do not exceed 2 doses or 80 mg in a 24 hours period. If 1st dose does not relieve symptoms, reevaluate condition. Ischemic cardiovascular events possible. Drug interactions with ergot derivatives. Available in oral tablet, injection kit and nasal spray
Benztropine
Cogentin
*Antiparkinson agent
-May take with food to decrease GI Symptoms. Potential anticholinergic side effectd
Levodopa/Carbidopa
Sinemet (CR)
*Antiparkinson Agent
-Avoid products containing B6 as they reduce the effectiveness of levodopa, may be taken with food/milk if GI upset occurs
Pramipexole
Mirapex
*antiparkinson agent
-Hallucinations may occur, report any changes in vision to MD, may cause drowsiness and even sleep attacks (falling asleep without warning)
Ropinirole
Requip
*antiparkinson/ restless leg agent
-may cause drowsiness or dizziness, avoid alcohol use during therapy , orthostasis may occur. May also cause sleep attacks
Olanzapine
Zyprexa
*antipsychotic
-Initially may cause dizziness, use caution when operating heavy machinery due to drowsiness, may cause wt gain, DM and dyslipidemia
Quetiapine
Seroquel (XR)
*Antipsychotic
-Initially may cause dizziness, use caution when operating heavy machinery due to drowsiness