cough suppressants Flashcards
1
Q
Dextromethorphan - brand name
A
Delsym
2
Q
dextromethorphan - indication
A
cough
3
Q
dextromethorphan - MOA
A
depresses the cough in the medulla oblongata
4
Q
dextromethorphan - contraindication
A
hypersensitivity
recent use of MAO inhibitor (14 days)
5
Q
dextromethorphan - common reaction
A
dizziness
nervousness
6
Q
dextromethorphan - counsel
A
DRINK WATER
7
Q
benzonatate - brand name
A
tessalon perles
8
Q
benzonatate -indication
A
cough
9
Q
benzonatate - MOA
A
anesthetizes stretch receptors in respiratory passages, lungs, and plura to reduce cough reflux
10
Q
benzonatate - contraindication
A
hypersensitivity
11
Q
benzonatate - common reaction
A
pharyngeal numbness (if capsules are broken or chewed)
12
Q
benzonatate - counsel
A
DRINK WATER
