Drug Type vs Adverse Effects Flashcards
Central Nervous System Drugs
Ex: antidepressants, antipsychotics, antianxiety, antiseizure, antimigraine, stimulants, opioids, and treatments for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases.
Dizziness, sleepiness, changes in heart rate and breathing, confusion, drowsiness, nausea, dry mouth, insomnia, nervousness, weight changes, impaired motor control, changes in blood pressure, and restlessness.
Respiratory Drugs
Ex: inhaled corticosteroids, beta agonists, and meds for asthma and COPD treatment
Tremor, fast heart rate, sore throat, throat irritation, and oral fungal infections.
Gastrointestinal Drugs
Ex: Acid reducing meds (like Proton Pump Inhibitors) and immune modulating meds (such as infliximab)
Headache, dizziness, rash, and infusion related reactions.
Endocrine Drugs
Ex: meds for diabetes, thyroid disorders, and corticosteroids
Low blood sugar, weight or appetite changes, nausea, vomiting, and upset stomach.
Hormonal Drugs
Ex: estrogens, progestins, and testosterone
Headache, dizziness, nausea, changes in menstrual cycle, fluid retention, and changes in mood or appetite.
Cardiac Drugs (Blood pressure)
Ex: ACE inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers, Ca channel blockers, beta blockers, and diuretics
Dizziness, cough, low blood pressure, swelling of feet/ankles, slow heart rate, drowsiness, and changes in electrolyte levels.
Cardiac Drugs (Cholesterol)
Ex: statins, ezetimibe, niacin, fenofibrate, and gemfibrozil
Flatulence, nausea, muscle pain, upset stomach
Cardiac Drugs (Clotting)
Ex: aspirin, warfarin, heparin, low molecular weight heparin, and newer anticoagulants (dabigatran, rivaroxaban, etc.)
bruising and excessive bleeding
Genitourinary Drugs
Ex: meds for overactive bladder, erectile dysfunction, and prostate enlargement
Changes in libido, upset stomach, headache, dry mouth, and flushing
