Drugs

Question 1

Vigamox adverse drug reactions

Answer 1

Adverse drug reactions
- Eye discomfort
- Dryness
- Itchiness
- Common ^
Do not touch eyes or irritate them
- If you experience nausea, vomitting, burning, stinging, temporary reduction of vision stop and contact me or your physician
- Difficulty breathing - allergic reaction - call 911
Pain or swelling of tendons stop medication and get immediate help

Question 2

Vigamox interactions

Answer 2

None, make sure to space out eye drops
call pharmacist before starting NHP/OTC

Question 3

Storage Vigamox

Answer 3

• Between 4-25 degrees
  
  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Avoid kitchen/bathroom because humidity and temperature fluctuates there
  • Don’t use vigamox after the expiry date. Discard 28 days after opening
    Bring to pharmacy for proper disposal

Question 4

Self monitoring Vigamox

Answer 4

You should start to see improvements within the first day as symptoms should start to reduce
Adverse reactions check

Question 5

Non pharm vigamox

Answer 5

• Avoid smoking due to irritation to the eyes
  
  • Proper hand hygeine
  • Avoid touching the eys
  • Use clean towels
  • Cold compress on eyes
    Set a reminder on your phone to take them

Question 6

Follow up vigamox

Answer 6

follow up in a couple days

Question 7

Vigamox missed dose

Answer 7

If you miss a dose, administer dose soon as possible but do not double dose.

Question 8

Vigamox Drug/class/MOA

Answer 8

Vigamox contains Moxifloxacin 0.5%. Its a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that works to inhibit bacterial growth and reduce infection. If you miss a dose, administer dose soon as possible but do not double dose.

Question 9

Eye drop administration instructions (Vigamox)

Answer 9

1. wash hands
2. shake the suspension well
3. have child look up if possible
4. with one hand pull down gently on the child’s lower eyelid, making a pocket
5. Rest your other hand on the child’s forehead and hold the dropper bottle above the child’s eye.
6. Hold the tip of the bottle about 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the eyelid. Do not touch the lid or the lashes with the tip.
7. Put 1 drop into the lower eyelid pocket. Try not to drop it directly on the eye.
8. Allow the child to close the eyes gently for about 30 seconds. Tell the child not to squeeze the eyes tightly shut. Squeezing may force the medication out.
9. Use a clean tissue to blot any excess medication.
   Avoid contaminating the application tip with eye
   *if your eyes are blurry immediately after administering drops, wait for it to clear before driving or operating any machinery

Question 10

Xalatan Medication information

Answer 10

Xalatan is a prostaglandin F2-alpha analogue that contains two active ingredients: latanoprost ophthalmic solution 0.005% and benzalkonium chloride. It helps to lower the pressure within the eye by increasing the natural outflow of fluid from inside the eye.

Question 11

Xalatan missed dose

Answer 11

If you miss a dose, follow the dose the next day (do not double dose).

Question 12

How many drops per bottle of Xalatan

Answer 12

80, each bottle lasts 40 days per bottle

Question 13

Adverse drug reactions of Xalatan

Answer 13

Some common symptoms would be increased eyelash growth and increased iris pigmentation

The adverse drug reactions of Xalatan could be blurred vision, burning, itching , stinging

Question 14

Xalatan interactions

Answer 14

None,
space other eye drops out by 5 minutes
Contact physician before starting OTC/NHP medications

Question 15

Storage of Xalatan

Answer 15

Store unopened bottles under refrigeration (2 to 8°C). Protect from light.
Once opened, the bottle may be stored at room temperature up to 25°C, for up to six weeks.
Don’t keep in the kitchen or the bathroom as the temperature tends to fluctuate in those areas.
Bring to the pharmacy for proper disposal.

Question 16

Patient self monitoring Xalatan

Answer 16

The intraocular pressure should decrease within 3-4 hours after administration of a single dose. You can get it measured again at your next doctors appointment

Effectiveness:
Monitor your sight to ensure there is no visual changes
Monitor for any discomfort

Safety:
If you experience burning, stinging, discharge from eye, itching, contact me or your physician and we can discuss alternative therapies.

Question 17

NOn pharm Xalatan

Answer 17

Aerobic exercises like running, walking, and cycling could help decrease intraocular pressure.
Proper hand hygiene
Avoid touching eyes
Cold compress
Use clean towels
set reminder on phone for adherance

Question 18

Azithromycin Medication Information

Answer 18

It belongs to the class of macrolide antibiotics and works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis.

Question 19

Missed dose azithromycin

Answer 19

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is too close to your next dose, skip the missed dose

Question 20

Dosage information Azithromycin

Answer 20

Measure the dose with a syringe and Put the syringe inside the cheek pouch and give it in small doses and watch for them to swallow. Can be taken with or without food.
IF its a cup, measure to the line

Question 21

adverse drug reactions azithromycin

Answer 21

It can cause diarrhea and nausea, abdominal pain, rashes, vomiting. If there are persistent allergic or adverse reactions, stop using the medication and contact your doctor.
Take medication with food
Drink lots of fluids

Question 22

Interactions Azithromycin

Answer 22

Antacids will decrease absorption; ensure to space
out dosing by 2 hours before and after
I recommend consulting your doctor or pharmacist before starting any OTC or NHP. Avoid alcohol
Can take with or without food; milk is fine

Anticoagulant meds
Antihistamine
carbamazepine
Warfarin Acronym CC-WEND
Cyclosporin
Digoxin
Colchicine
Nelfinavir
Ergotamine and ergot derivatives

Question 23

Storage and cleaning Instructions Azithromycin

Answer 23

Store reconstituted suspension at 5°C to 30°C (41°F to 86°F) and use within 10 days. Do not store it in the kitchen or bathroom due to fluctuations in temperature and humidity. Dispose of any extra medication.

Question 24

Patient self monitoring

Answer 24

Your temperature should return back to normal and your cough should start to (e.g. what to expect & when, improve in a few days. It is still important for you to finish your antibiotics.

Consult your physician if you are not seeing any improvement with the symptoms, there might be dosing adjustment or drug replacement that might be needed. There are no authorized refills. Try to give the medication at the same time every day to improve adherence and ask family members for support.

Question 25

Patient specific points Azithromycin

Answer 25

Drink fluids like hot water with honey/lemon Use humidifier ease their cough and sinuses if fever loose fabrics cold compress rest

Question 26

Amoxicillin class/MOA/medical info

Answer 26

beta lactam antibiotic If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is too close to your next dose, skip the missed dose and do not double dose.

Question 27

Dosage Form information amoxicillin

Answer 27

Shake well Use syringe or cup

Question 28

Adverse drug reaction amox

Answer 28

side effects = rashes, diarrhea, headaches itchy rash, difficulty breathing may be a sign of an allergic reaction so stop medication and contact doctor

Question 29

Interactions

Answer 29

can take with or without food dont administer with tetracycline or any other antibiotic hormonal contraceptives vitamin K antagonists

Question 30

storage amoxicillin

Answer 30

The reconstituted formulation is stable for 14 days under refrigeration (between 2°C - 8°C) or 7 days at room temperature (between 15°C-30°C). Since this is to be administered for 10 days, please keep in the fridge, and not in the bathroom cabinet. After 10 days of therapy have elapsed, please discard any remaining drug

Question 31

Tylenol 3 MOA

Answer 31

Doctor has prescribed you acetaminophen which contains three active ingredients: 300mg acetaminiphen/caffeine 15 mg / 30mg This medication is an analgesic and opioid. If you miss a dose, take the next dose normal amount at the next scheduled time, but do not double dose.

Question 32

dosage info t3

Answer 32

The medication should be taken orally. Do not crush or chew, swallow whole

Question 33

ADR t3

Answer 33

Some common side effects would be light headedness, dizziness, shortness of breath, nausea and vomiting. Drowsiness - careful operating heavy machinery/driving while taking, take at night If too much is taken that could result in breathing difficulties and cardiac problems. Allergic reactions include constipation, abdominal pain, rash, dry mouth. If excessive sedation persists beyond a few days, the dose of the opioid should be reduced and alternate causes investigated, in that case contact your doctor. If constipation is present and persistent, contact your pharmacist OTC products like stool softeners or laxatives can be recommended

Question 34

Interactions T3

Answer 34

Interaction with Benzodiazepines and Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressants, warfarin, CYP2D6 Inhibitors Do not take alcohol as it increases CNS depression and NapQi liver toxicity

Question 35

storage t3

Answer 35

· Do not store it in the kitchen or bathroom due to differences in humidity

Question 36

Patient self monitoring T3

Answer 36

Tylenol 3 will provide pain relief within the first 30-60minutes. Try not putting too much pressure on your shoulder, don’t sleep on the affected shoulder. Prescriber did not authorize any refills on it.

Question 37

NOn pharm points

Answer 37

Heat or cold may help Physiotherapy is an option Elevate injnury if you can Move as much as possible once you can Try to take the medication at the similar times during the day so it can help with adherence or ask family member for support.

Question 38

Naproxen MOA

Answer 38

The brand name is Aleve which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. This is an analgesic which will provide relief from the pain by reducing inflammation and the enteric coated component relieves adverse GI symptoms

Question 39

naproxen missed dose

Answer 39

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, dont double the dose If you forget to take a dose of NAPROXEN take it as soon as possible, then just carry on with the regular times you take your medication. If you remember your missed dose close to the time of your next dose, do not take the missed dos

Question 40

dosage form information naproxen

Answer 40

Do not crush or chew. Swallow the pill whole and take the medication as direction, not as needed.

Question 41

Naproxen ADR

Answer 41

drowsy sensitive to sunlight - wear sunscreen Upset stomach, nausea, vomitting, diarrhea dark stools (looks like coffee grounds) is a sign of internal bleeding

Question 42

Interactions Naproxen

Answer 42

Dont take with other NSAIDS Avoid alcohol NHPs: Ginko

Question 43

Storage and cleaning Naproxen

Answer 43

Room temperature no kitchen or bathroom dont keep expired medication unused meds should be returned to pharmacist keep out of reach of children

Question 44

self monitoring naproxen

Answer 44

should see improvementin a day

Question 45

non pharm naproxen

Answer 45

Avoid unnecessary bed rest Keep moving and be active as tolerable Warming pads and massages Maintaining a healthy diet

Question 46

Ibuprofen MOA

Answer 46

The generic name of this medication is Ibuprofen and the brand name is Advil. It is an NSAID which means that it is an anti-inflammatory drug. The dosing for Ibuprofen depends on the weight and age of a person.

Question 47

Ibuprofen dosing

Answer 47

Children younger than 6 months: 5 mg/kg Q8H PO PRN maximum 40 mg/kg/day; do not exceed the adult dose Children older than 6 months: 5–10 mg/kg Q6–8H PO PRN maximum 40 mg/kg/day; do not exceed the adult dose Adults: 200–400 mg Q4-6H PO PRN maximum for self-care 1200 mg/day maximum if supervised by HCP 2400 mg/day

Question 48

Advil dosage info

Answer 48

with or without food give with full glass of water dosage forms - capsules - swallow whole - chewable tablets - suspension, shake well

Question 49

ADR Advil

Answer 49

Well tolerated usually, might notice upset stomach, nausea, vomitting, take with food

Question 50

interactions advil

Answer 50

alcohol/corticosteroid use - increased risk of GI pain/ulcers

Question 51

storage and cleaning addvil

Answer 51

Store in a cool, dry place, just not in the bathroom cabinet as the temperatures tend to fluctuate due to humidity. Throw out if expired.

Question 52

patient self monitoring advil

Answer 52

Adult Oral: If there is no relief within 4-6 hours, for the next dose you may increase to 400mg every 4-6 hours as needed. But it’s important not to exceed the maximum dose of 1200 mg/day. -It is not recommended to use Ibuprofen for more than 3 days, if the fever has not reduced by then please speak with your doctor or pharmacist.

Question 53

non pharm options advil if fever

Answer 53

Some non-pharmacological approaches you can take to reduce the fever are -dress in lighter clothing preferable cotton -staying hydrated -take a cool slightly lower than body temperature bath -even applying a cold compress can help