Drug Cards MOD C Part 1 Flashcards
Ciprofloxacin, ofloxacin brand name
CiproHC, Floxacin
Ciprofloxacin Therapeutic
Anti-infectives, Antifungal, Antiviral
Cirpofloxacin Pharmacologic
Flouroquinolones
Ciprofloxacin Indications for Use
Trmt. of otitis externa, otitis media (ofloxacin), bacterial conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers (ciprofloxacin)
Ciprofloxacin Contraindications/Precautions
Hypersensitivity, Hx myasthenia gravis (neuromuscular disorder), Caution: CNS disorder, Renal impairment
Ciprofloxacin AR/SE
^ ICP (intracranial pressure), Seizures, pseudomembranous colitis, anaphylaxis, SJS.
Dizziness, HA, Insomnia
Ciprofloxacin Nursing Implications
Assess s/s infection & anaphylaxis, Monitor bowel function, assess for rash (SJS), instruct parent correct admin. technique
Ciprofloxacin (ophth) brand name
Ciloxan
Ciprofloxacin (ophth.) cautions:
small amts. may be absorbed & result in hypersensitivity reactions
Ciprofloxacin (ophth.) AR/SE:
Altered taste, systemic allergic reactions, photophobia, discomfort.
*May cause harmless white crystalline precipitate that resolves over time.
Ciprofloxacin Preg Category
C
Labetalol HCL brand name
Trandate
Labetalol Preg Category
C
Labetalol Therapeutic
Antianginals, antihypertensives
Labetalol Pharmacologic
Beta-blockers
Labetalol Indications for Use
mgmt. of HTN
Labetalol Contraindications/Precautions:
Uncompensated HF, Pulmonary Edema, Cardiogenic Shock, Bradycardia or heart block, Renal impairment, pulmonary disease, diabetes, thyrotoxicosis
Labetalol AR/SE
Arrhythmias, Bradycardia, Pulmonary Edema, CHF.
Fatigue, Weakness, orthostatic hypotension, ED
Labetalol Nursing Implications
Monitor BP & P freq. Assess for orthostatic hypotension, Monitor I & O ratios & daily weight, excessive fluid overload.
