DRUGS Flashcards

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Amoxicillin class + MOA

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Penicillin ab
Eliminates causative bacteria

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Amoxicillin special directions

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SHAKE WELL
May use a syringe/teaspoon/tablespoon to dose
^^clean syringe b/a administration

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Amoxicillin ADR + Management

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N/D/upset stomach
- take with food and drink lots of fluid

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Amoxicillin storage

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store in fridge - stable for 14 days
store in room temp - stable for 7 days

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5
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Amox improvement

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within a few days

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Non-pharm AOM fever

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wear loose/breathable fabrics
apply cold compress
use a fan
drink lots of fluid

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Amoxicillin Contraindications

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Penicillin allergies

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Azithromycin –> brand name + class + MOA

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zithromax, macrolide ab, eliminating causative bacteria

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Azithromycin special directions

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SHAKE WELL
May use a syringe/teaspoon/tablespoon to dose
^^clean syringe b/a administration

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Azithromycin ADRs

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N/D/upset stomach
- manage by taking with food, drink lots of fluids

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Azithromycin interactions

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  • antacids will decrease absorption, ensure to space out by 2 hours before/after
  • carbamazepine, antihistamine, anticoagulants
  • avoid alcohol
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Azithromycin storage

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10 days, regardless of room temp/fridge

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13
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Azithromycin CAP non pharm

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for fever:
wear loose/breathable fabrics
apply cold compress
use a fan
drink lots of fluid
smoking is a concern, can irritate lungs

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14
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Azithromycin CI

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allergy to macrolide

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15
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CanesOral Combi-Pack for Vaginal Candidiasis –> what are the two drugs?

A

fluconazole (150mg capsule)
clotrimazole 1% external cream

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16
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CanesOral Combi Pack Class + MOA

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Azole Antifungal
Fluconazole –> used to treat vaginal yeast infections caused by candida species
Clotrimazole –> used to relieve irritation

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CanesOral Combi pack Contraindications

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allergies to fluconazole
pregnancies
caution for lactation
ask about tampon use –> can decrease absorption of drug

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CanesOral Combi Directions Cream

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  1. Administer before bedtime
  2. Wash hands and prepare
    cream
  3. Squeeze small amount on
    finger and apply to area
  4. Use pad to protect clothing and
    leakage; do not use a tampon
  5. Wash hands afterward
19
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CanesOral usage general tips

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  • Do not use tampons; Instead use pads or panty liners to protect clothes
  • Use during menstruation is fine
  • If menstruation is before therapy, wait until
    finished then start therapy
  • Not infectious but sex should be avoided to
    refrain from further irritation
20
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CanesOral ADR

A

Nausea, vomiting, itchiness, skin-related side effects
- Drink lots of fluid to help with nausea

21
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CanesOral Interactions

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Certain allergy meds
avoid alcohol
limit caffeine intake

22
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CanesOral Storage

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Not relevant, single dose.
Use before expiry date

23
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CanesOral Improvement timeline

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1 day should see some relief
significant improvement within 3 days, full improvement by 7 days.
contact MD if not met

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Non Drug Vaginal Yeast Infection

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Wear loose fitting pants and underwear Avoid scented pads or detergents
Avoid douching
Avoid sexual intercourse
Wash hands regularly

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Clindoxyl Gel for Acne ingredients, class, + MOA
Clindamycin 1%: Lincosamide ab, kill bacteria, reduce inflammation, treat acne Benzoyl Peroxide 3%: Organic Peroxide, treat acne, reduce ab resistance
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Clindoxyl Gel Directions
- Wash affected skin gently with mild cleanser - Rinse with warm water and pat dry - Apply pea-sized amount of gel and lightly cover the affected area of skin; do not just apply to the lesions
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Clindoxyl gel Contraindications
Pregnancy, lactation
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Clindoxyl Gel ADR + Management
Redness, dryness, itchiness, burning, photosensitivity Apply sunscreen and avoid harsh sunlight and triggers
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Clindoxyl Gel Interactions
Watch out for other benzoyl peroxide products
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Storage Clindoxyl gel
Room temp, avoid areas of humidity/fluctuating temperatures
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Improvement with clindoxyl gel
4 weeks
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Acne Non Pharm
Do not pick lesions Avoid overconsumption of alcohol Avoid hot beverages and spicy food Avoid harsh sunlight Mild cleansers avoid fragranced products
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Dalacin-C Vaginal Cream for Bacterial Vaginosis generic name, class, MOA
clindamycin, lincosamide ab, destroy bacteria that is causing BV
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Dalacin C Directions
- Administer before bedtime - Wash hands - Prepare ovule as directed on package - Same technique as tampon usage (insert into vagina, depress plunger slowly, and remove applicator) - Wash hands afterwards
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General tips with Dalacin C
- Do not use tampons; Instead use pads or panty liners to protect clothes - Use during menstruation is fine - If menstruation is before therapy, wait until finished then start therapy - Not infectious but sex should be avoided to refrain from further irritation
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ADR Dalacin C
ADRs Irritation, itchiness, burning Management Wear loose fitting pants and undergarments
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Interactions Dalacin C
NO interactions
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Improvement Dalacin C
Improvement Expectation; see MD if not met 1 day Some improvement within 3 days Full improvement by 7 days
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Non drug. measures bacterial vaginosis
Wear loose fitting pants and underwear Avoid scented pads or detergents Avoid douching Avoid sexual intercourse Wash hands regularly
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Contraindications dalacin C
- Contraindicated to those with allergies to Clindamycin - Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation - Ask about tampon-use; this can decrease absorption of drug