Commonly Prescribed Medications Flashcards
Albuterol
Classification: Bronchodilator
Brand-Name: Vospire ER
Off-Label Uses: Asthma
Side-Effects: Tremor, Nausea, Dizziness, Dry Throat
Amlodipine Besylate
Classification: Antihypertensive, Calcium Channel Blocker
Brand-Name: Norvasc
Off-Label Uses: High Blood Pressure
Side-Effects: Drowsy, Edema, Nausea, Fatigue
Amoxicillin
Classification: Antibiotic
Brand-Name: Amoxil
Off-Label Uses: Bacterial Infections
Side-Effects: Rash, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea
Aripiprazole
Classification: Antipsychotic
Brand-Name: Abilify
Off-Label Uses: Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder
Side-Effects: Anxiety, Agitation, Dizziness, Constipation
Atorvastatin
Classification: Antilipemic, Statin
Brand-Name: Lipitor
Off-Label Uses: Lower Cholesterol
Side-Effects: Diarrhea, Pain, Dyspepsia, Arthralgia
Azithromycin
Classification: Antibiotic
Brand-Name: Zithromax
Off-Label Uses: Bacterial Infections
Side-Effects: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vaginitis, Vomiting
Celecoxib
Classification: Anti-Inflammatory
Brand-Name: Celebrex
Off-Label Uses: Migraines
Side-Effects: Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Dyspepsia, Rash
Cephalexin
Classification: Antibiotic
Brand-Name: Keflex
Off-Label Uses: Bacterial Infections
Side-Effects: Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Dyspepsia
Ciprofloxacin
Classification: Antibiotic
Brand-Name: Cipro
Off-Label Uses: Bacterial Infections
Side-Effects: Gastro Irritation, CNS Toxic, Pain, Dyspepsia
Clopidogrel
Classification: Antiplatelet Agent
Brand-Name: Plavix
Off-Label Uses: Prevent Heart Attacks/Strokes
Side-Effects: Headache, Rash, Hemorrhage, Arthralgia
Donepezil
Classification: Anti-Alzheimer’s
Brand-Name: Aricept
Off-Label Uses: Confusion related to Alzheimer’s
Side-Effects: Cramps, Insomnia, Nausea, Vomiting
Duloxetine
Classification: Antidepressant
Brand-Name: Cymbalta
Off-Label Uses: Depression/Anxiety
Side-Effects: Xerostomia, Constipation, Drowsy, Dizzy
Enoxaparin
Classification: Anticoagulant
Brand-Name: Lovenox
Off-Label Uses: Prevent/Treat Harmful Blood Clots
Side-Effects: Pain, Swelling, Discomfort, Dark Urine
Escitalopram
Classification: Antidepressant
Brand-Name: Lexapro
Off-Label Uses: Depression/Anxiety
Side-Effects: Ejaculation, Xerostomia, Drowsy, Fatigue
Metformin
Classification: Hypoglycemic
Brand-Name: Glucophage
Off-Label Uses: Control High Blood Sugar
Side-Effects: Dysgeusia, Nausea, Vomiting, Headache
Methylphenidate
Classification: Central Nervous System Stimulant
Brand-Name: Cotempla XR-ODT
Off-Label Uses: ADHD
Side-Effects: Excitement, Xerostomia, Insomnia, Hyperhidrosis
Metoprolol Succinate
Classification: Antihypertensive, Beta Blocker
Brand-Name: Toprol XL
Off-Label Uses: Chest Pain, Heart Failure, High BP
Side-Effects: Depression, Bradycardia, Drowsy, Rash
Montelukast
Classification: Bronchodilator, Leukotriene Inhibitor
Brand-Name: Singulair
Off-Label Uses: Control/Prevent Asthma
Side-Effects: Pharyngitis, Rhinorrhea, Sinusitis, FLU
Olanzapine
Classification: Antipsychotic
Brand-Name: Zyprexa
Off-Label Uses: Schizophrenia, Bipolar Mania
Side-Effects: Hyperprolactinemia, Hypertriglyceridemia, Personality Disorders, Drowsy
Omeprazole
Classification: Anti-Ulcer Agent, Proton-Pump Inhibitor
Brand-Name: Prilosec
Off-Label Uses: Stomach/Esophagus Problems
Side-Effects: Headache, Vomiting, Diarrhea, AB Pain
Oxycodone
Classification: Opioid Analgesic (narcotic)
Brand-Name: Roxicodone
Off-Label Uses: Relieve Moderate to Severe Pain
Side-Effects: Hypotension, Constipation, Drowsy, Syncope
Pioglitazone
Classification: Hypoglycemic
Brand-Name: Actos
Off-Label Uses: Control High Blood Sugar-Type 2 D
Side-Effects: Dizziness, Pharyngitis, Sinusitis, Flatulence
Pravastatin
Classification: Antilipemic, Statin
Brand-Name: Pravachol
Off-Label Uses: Lower Cholesterols
Side-Effects: Dyspepsia, Myalgia, Dizziness, Rash
Prednisone
Classification: Glucocorticoid
Brand-Name: Deltasone
Off-Label Uses: Arthritis, Immune Deficiency, Allergies
Side-Effects: Infection, Mood Changes, Insomnia
Pregabalin
Classification: Anticonvulsant
Brand-Name: Lyrica
Off-Label Uses: Pain by Nerve Damage- Shingles/D
Side-Effects: Xerostomia, Drowsy, Dizziness, Blurred Vision
Quetiapine
Classification: Antipsychotic
Brand-Name: Seroquel
Off-Label Uses: Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Mood Disorders
Side-Effects: Orthostatic Hypotension, Pharyngitis, Xerostomia, Dyspepsia
Rosuvastatin
Classification: Antilipemic, Statin
Brand-Name: Crestor, Ezallor Sprinkle
Off-Label Uses: Lower Cholesterol
Side-Effects: Nausea, Headache, Myalgia, Pain
Sildenafil
Classification: Erectile Dysfunction Agent
Brand-Name: Viagra
Off-Label Uses: Male Sexual Function Problems
Side-Effects: Nasal Congestion, Dyspepsia, Back Pain, Dizziness
Simvastatin
Classification: Antilipemic, Statin
Brand-Name: Zocor
Off-Label Uses: Lower Cholesterol
Side-Effects: Dyspepsia, Constipation, Myalgia, Dizziness
Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim
Classification: Antibiotic
Brand-Name: Bactrim, Septra
Off-Label Uses: Bacterial Infections
Side-Effects: Skin Photosensitivity, Pruritus of Skin, Dizziness, Drug Fever
Tramadol
Classification: Analgesic
Brand-Name: Odolo, Ultram
Off-Label Uses: Relieves Moderate to Severe Pain
Side-Effects: Xerostomia, Constipation, Pruritis of Skin, Dizziness
Valsartan
Classification: Antihypertensive
Brand-Name: Diovan
Off-Label Uses: High Blood Pressure/Heart Failure
Side-Effects: Viral Infection, Hyperkalemia, Hypotension, Arthralgia
Warfarin
Classification: Anticoagulant
Brand-Name: Coumadin, Jantoven
Off-Label Uses: Blood Clots
Side-Effects: Hemorrhage, Flatulence, Dysgeusia, Leukopenia
Zolpidem
Classification: Sedative-Hypnotic (sleep)
Brand-Name: Edluar
Off-Label Uses: Sleep Problems
Side-Effects: Drowsy, Dizziness, Fatigue, Headache
