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Acetaminophen with Codeine #3

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  • class: opioid pain medication
  • aka Tylenol-Codeine #3
  • purpose: Codeine is an opioid pain medication and acetaminophen is a non-narcotic analgesic; combined this drug treats moderate to severe pain; supplied in tablets and suspension. This medication is locked in the Narc Cabinet at TAUC.
  • caution: advise the patient not to take other acetaminophen (Tylenol) products to prevent an acetaminophen overdose; may have sedative effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness- alert the patient and/or family not to drive or drink alcohol while taking medication
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Acyclovir

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  • class: antiviral
  • aka Zovirax
  • purpose: works by slowing the growth and spread of the herpes virus; administered to treat the herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores, chicken pox, and shingles (herpes zoster) in adults
  • caution: ensure the patient stays hydrated while taking this medication
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AK-POLY-BAC

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Bacitracin/Polymyxin B Ophthalmic
  • purpose: used to treat eye
    infections
  • caution: do not allow the tip of the ointment tube to touch any surface, including the eyes or hands
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Albuterol Sulfate

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  • class: bronchodiliator
  • aka Ventolin
  • purpose: opens the patient’s airways and promotes the movement of air; it is indicated for the treatment of bronchospasms in patients with cases such as RSV, asthma, COPD, and other respiratory illnesses
  • caution: may cause nervousness, tremors, dry mouth, and/or an increase in heart rate
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Amoxicillin

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  • class: antibiotic
  • purpose: its a penicillin-based antibiotic that is administered to treat many different types of
    bacterial infections; supplied in capsules and suspension
  • caution: take with food to avoid GI upset
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Amoxicillin-Potassium Clavulanate

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Augmentin
  • purpose: its a penicillin-based antibiotic which is administered to treat bacterial infections; supplied in tablets and suspension.
  • caution: take with food to avoid GI upset
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Azithromycin

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Zithromax, Z pack
  • purpose: administered to treat many different types of bacterial infections; supplied in tablets and suspension
  • caution: take with food to avoid GI upset
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Benzonatate

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  • class: antitussive
  • aka Tessalon Perles
  • purpose: its a non-narcotic medication administered to treat a cough; works by numbing the throat and the lungs, making the cough reflex less active
  • caution: do not chew this medication; it will numb the mouth and throat
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Carisoprodol

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  • class: muscle relaxer
  • aka Soma
  • purpose: administered to treat musculoskeletal spasms.This medication is locked in the Narc Cabinet at TAUC.
  • caution: amy cause sedative effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness- advise the patient and/or family not to drive or drink alcohol while taking this medication
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Cefdinir

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Omnicef
  • purpose: administered to treat bacterial infections; supplied in capsules and suspension
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Cephalexin

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  • class: cephalosporin antibiotic
  • aka Keflex
  • purpose: administered to treat bacterial infections
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Ciprofloxacin HCL

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Cipro
  • purpose: administered to treat bacterial infections
  • caution: patients should discontinue the Cipro if they experience tendon pain (in rare cases, it can contribute to the tearing or swelling of tendons)
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Clindamycin HCL

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Cleocin HCL
  • purpose: administered to treat infections in the body
  • caution: may cause nausea/vomiting and should be taken about 20 minutes after a meal
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Cyclobenzaprine HCL

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  • class: muscle relaxer
  • aka Flexeril
  • purpose: works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to the brain; this medication is administered to treat pain, typically associated with some type of injury
  • caution: can have sedative effects, such as drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness- alert the patient and/or family not to drive or drink alcohol while taking this medication
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Dicyclomine HCL

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  • class: smooth muscle relaxer
  • aka Bentyl
  • purpose: relieves GI and intestinal spasms; commonly administered to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms
  • caution: can cause drowsiness, dizziness, and altered reaction times
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Doxycycline Monohydrate

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Monodox
  • purpose: prescribed to treat bacterial infections
  • caution: may cause photosensitivity; avoid extended amounts of time in the sunlight
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Famotidine

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  • class: selective histamine-2 antagonist
  • aka Pepcid
  • purpose: used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines by reducing the amount of acid the stomach produces; also used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other GI-related presentations
  • caution: may worsen renal impairment; common side effects include headache, diarrhea, or constipation
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Fluconazole

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  • class: antifungal
  • aka Diflucan
  • purpose: prescribed to treat fungal infections, which can invade any part of the body; these fungal infections are most commonly associated with the mouth, esophagus, and genitals; often given to treat vaginal yeast infections in women who are taking antibiotics
  • caution: may cause stomach cramps and nausea
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Fluticasone Propionate

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  • class: corticosteroid
  • aka Flonase
  • purpose: anasal spray that reduces inflammation; is prescribed to treat nasal congestion, sneezing, runny nose, and itchy or watery eyes
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Guaifenesin-Codeine

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  • class: expectorant (controlled cough suppressant)
  • aka Cheratussin AC
  • purpose: used to thin mucus in the lungs and make it easier to cough up; codeine is an opioid medication used to suppress the cough
  • caution: can have sedative effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness- advise the patient not to drive or drink alcohol while taking this medication
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Guaifenesin DM

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  • class: expectorant (OTC cough suppressant)
  • aka Tussin DM
  • purpose: used to thin mucus in the lungs and make it easier to cough up; DM is a cough suppressant
  • caution: can have sedative effects
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Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen

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  • class: opioid pain medication
  • aka Lorcet, Norco
  • purpose: hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication and acetaminophen is a non-narcotic analgesic; these are combined to treat moderate to severe pain
  • caution: advise the patient to avoid other acetaminophen (Tylenol) products while taking this medication; this medication can have sedative effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness
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Hydroxyzine HCL

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  • class: antihistamine
  • purpose: reduces the effects of the natural chemical histamine within the body; is commonly administered to treat allergic reactions, pruritus (itching), and anxiety
  • caution: for some patients, may have sedative effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness
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Ibuprofen

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  • class: NSAID
  • aka Motrin, Advil
  • purpose: prescribed to treat fever and mild to moderate pain
  • caution: can cause stomach ulcers and increased bleeding
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Levofloxacin

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Levaquin
  • purpose: administered to treat bacterial infections
  • caution: take this medication 20 minutes after a meal to avoid GI upset
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Lisinopril

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  • class: angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor
  • aka Zestril
  • purpose: prescribed to treat high blood pressure (hypertension)
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Loperamide HCL

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  • class: opioid-receptor agonist
  • aka Imodium
  • purpose: prescribed to treat diarrhea; works by decreasing the activity of the smooth muscles of the intestinal wall; this increases the amount of time substances remain within the intestine, allowing for increased water absorption from fecal matter
  • caution: may cause stomach pain, bloating, and constipation; the patient should increase their water intake while taking this medication to decrease these symptoms
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Loratadine

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  • class: antihistamine
  • aka Claritin
  • purpose: administered to treat allergy symptoms; acts as a selective inverse agonist of the peripheral histamine H1 receptors
  • caution: may cause an increased heart rate, dizziness, and/or fatigue
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Lorazepam

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  • class: benzodiazepine
  • aka Ativan
  • purpose: prescribed to decrease anxiety, seizures, and tremors; may also be administered for sedation purposes
  • caution: can have sedative effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness; advise the patient not to drive or drink alcohol while taking Lorazepam
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Meclizine HCL

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  • class: antihistamine
  • aka Bonine
  • purpose: administered or prescribed to treat or prevent nausea, vomiting, and dizziness commonly associated with motion sickness or vertigo
  • caution: may impair the patient’s thought process and cause drowsiness; avoid alcohol while taking this medication
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Methocarbamol

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  • class: muscle relaxer
  • aka Robaxin - 750
  • purpose: works by blocking the nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to the brain; prescribed to treat skeletal muscle conditions, such as pain or injury
  • caution: may impair the patient’s thought process or reaction time; patients should not drink alcohol while taking methocarbamol
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Metronidazole

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Flagyl
  • purpose: administered to treat bacterial infections
  • caution: consuming alcohol while taking this medication will cause vomiting; this medication should be taken 20 minutes after a meal
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Miconazole Nitrate

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  • class: antifungal cream
  • purpose: its a topical medication that treats infections of the skin, such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infections
  • caution: watch for a local rash, burning, or increased itching to the administration site
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Mupirocin 2% Ointment

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Bactroban
  • purpose: antibiotic ointment commonly administered to treat bacterial infections of the skin such as impetigo
  • caution: watch for redness, itching, or blistering at the administration site
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Naproxen

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  • class: NSAID
  • aka Naprosyn, Aleve
  • purpose: prescribed to decrease inflammation and treat pain
  • caution: do not take other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or aspirin while taking this medication
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Nitrofurantoin

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Macrobid
  • purpose: administered to treat urinary tract infections
  • caution: take this medication with food to prevent GI upset
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Ofloxacin Ophthalmic

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Ocuflox
  • purpose: administered to treat bacterial infections of the eyes
  • caution: instruct the patient that they should not let the tip of the dropper touch the eye during administration
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Omeprazole

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  • class: proton pump inhibitor
  • aka Prilosec
  • purpose: decreases the amount of acid produced within the stomach; commonly prescribed to treat the symptoms associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other GI-related conditions
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Ondansetron ODT

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  • class: antiemetic
  • aka Zofran
  • purpose: prescribed to treat nausea and vomiting; comes in sublingual tablets
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Oseltamivir

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  • class: antiviral
  • aka Tamiflu
  • purpose: used to treat the symptoms of influenza and shorten recovery time; also used prophylactically to prevent infection in those exposed to influenza
  • caution: take this medication with food to prevent GI upset
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Penicillin V Potassium

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  • class: antibiotic
  • purpose: commonly administered to treat dental infections, strep
    throat, and ear infections
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Phenazopyridine HCL

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  • class: urinary tract analgesic
  • aka AZO
  • purpose: commonly administered to relieve the symptoms associated with the common Urinary Tract Infection (UTI); AZO is known to relieve the urinary pain, burning, urgency, and frequency associated with urinary tract infections
  • caution: commonly dye’s urine an orange or red color
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Polysporin

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Bacitracin/Polymyxin Ointment
  • purpose: administered to treat or prevent
    infections on the skin
  • caution:
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Prednisone

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  • class: corticosteroid
  • purpose: used to reduce the immune system’s adverse effects on the body
  • caution: may increase blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes; may cause restlessness
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Prochlorperazine Maleate

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  • class: dopamine receptor antagonist
  • aka Compazine
  • purpose: prescribed as an antiemetic and for the treatment of nausea and vertigo; it can also be used as an off-label antipsychotic and may be therapeutic in treating migraine headaches
  • caution: patients should not drink alcohol while taking Compazine; may cause increased jitteriness and nervousness
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Pseudoephedrine HCL

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  • class: decongestant
  • aka SudoGest
  • purpose: shrinks the blood vessels within the nasal passages; commonly prescribed to treat nasal drainage, nasal congestion (stuffy nose), and congestion of the Eustachian tubes, which drain fluid from the ears
  • caution: may cause the patient to feel anxious, jittery, and/or restless; ensure adequate fluid intake while taking this medication
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Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim

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  • class: sulfa antibiotic
  • aka Septra, Bactrim
  • purpose: prescribed to treat bacterial infections
  • caution: take with food to avoid GI upset
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Silver Sulfadiazine

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  • class: topical antibiotic cream
  • aka Silvadene
  • purpose: administered to prevent infection to the skin, especially when treating 2nd and 3rd degree burns
  • caution: may cause rash or itching
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Tramadol

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  • class: narcotic-like pain reliever
  • aka Ultram
  • purpose: prescribed to treat mild to severe pain and works by blocking pain receptors. This medication is locked in the Narc Cabinet at TAUC
  • caution: can have sedative effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness; advise the patient not to drive or drink alcohol while taking this medication
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Tobramycin ophthalmic

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  • class: antibiotic
  • aka Tobrex
  • purpose: used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes
  • caution: instruct the patient to not touch the tip of the dropper to their eye during application, as
    this could cause spread of the infection
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Triamcinolone Acetonide

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  • class: corticosteroid
  • aka Triderm
  • purpose: prescribed to reduce itching, redness and swelling associated with immune response such as poison ivy
  • caution: may increase blood sugars in patients with diabetes. Instruct the patient to closely monitor their blood sugars if applicable
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Valacyclovir HCL

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  • class: antriviral
  • aka Valtrex
  • purpose: works by slowing the growth and spread of the herpes virus and assists the body fight the outbreak; prescribed to treat the herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores, and shingles (herpes zoster) in adults; may also be prescribed to treat cold sores in children who are at least 12 years old, or chickenpox in children who are at least 2 years old
  • caution: may cause nausea, stomach pain, headache and/or dizziness

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