Exam 2 questions Flashcards
age limit on montelukast chewable tablets
6-14 yrs
What is the strength of the azelastine Op. solution?
0.05%
best prevention of Thrush
Rinse out mouth 15 min after using inhaled corticosteroids
strength of loratadine chewable tablet
5mg
What is fexofenadine?
Allegra
Antihistamine
Strength of Astelin
0.1%
Indication for Xopenex
Asthma treatment and prevention
What is the generic that is dispensed in an aerolizer?
formoterol
What is the tradde name for formoterol
Foradil Aerolizer
Strength of Astepro
0.15%
Indication for Asmanex Twisthaler
asthma prophylaxis
Strength(s) of Xyzal tablets
Tablets: 5mg
What is oral thrush caused by?
Candida albicans
age limit on montelukast granules
6mo-5yrs
can sprinkle on food or take orally
do not mix with water
Indication for Optivar
allergic conjuctivitis
Indication for Flovent HFA
asthma prophylaxis
Drug strength of Xopenex HFA
45mcg/inhalation
Symptoms of Allergic Rhinitis
rhinorrhea, pruriitus, sneezing
trade name of levalbuterol soln. for nebulization
Xopenex
strength of Singulair tablet
10mg
what is the dosage form of Astelin?
nasal spray
rhinitis
inflammation of the mucus membranes of the nose
Indication(s) for Vistaril
Anxiety, nausea + vomiting, pruritis(Itching involved with hives)
Dosing interval for all albuterol products
4 times daily
Dosing interval for Xopenex
4 times daily
Indication for beclomethasone
asthma prophylaxis
What is the BBW for salmeterol
May increase risk for asthma related death
allergic rhinitis
Inflammation that is caused by an allergic reaction
Drug(s) that are OTC
Zyrtec Xyzal Claritin Claritin RediTabs Clarinex Clarinex RediTabs Allegra Allergy 12 Hour Allegra Allergy 24 Hour Children's Allegra Allergy Allegra D 12 Hour Allegra D 24 Hour
Dosing form of Serevent Diskus
DPI
Dosing interval for salmeterol
twice Daily
Dosing interval for Foradil Aerolizer?
Twice daily
Dosage form of Xopenex HFA
MDI
Dosage form of Symbicort
MDI
Strength of Zyzal soln.
2.5mg/5mL
Indications for montelukast
allergic rhinits
EIA
Asthma prophylaxis
MIx contained in Xopenex HFA
R isomer of albuterol
Strength of chorpheniramine in Tussionex
8mg/5ml
Indications for Zyrtec(cetirizine)?
Allergic Rhinitis
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
What generation is chlorpheniramine?
1st Gen
Dosing interval for budesonide respules
twice daily
Antitussive
Cough relief
Indication for Symbicort
asthma prophylaxis
Strength of fexofenadine Allergy 24 hour
180mg
trade name for ODT loratadine
Claritin RediTabs
Dosage form of fluticasone (Inhaled)
Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI)
Dosing interval for levocetirizine
1 daily
what is the the trade name for the dispensing device for budesonide (inhaled)
Flexhaler
drug strength of Ventolin HFA
90mcg/inhalation
What generation is Benadryl?
1st Gen.
Age limit for Astelin
5 and older
Indication for Pulmicort Flexhaler
asthma prophylaxis
Age limit on montelukast tablets
15 and older
Dosing interval for Xyzal
1 daily
Mixture of Zyzal
R Isomer of cetirizine
Resin used in extended release suspension
polistirex
OTC product used to treat Thrush
gentian violet
Strength of CHildren’s Allegra Allergy oral suspension
30mg/5mL
Rhinorrhea
runny nose
Indication for Optivar
allergic conjuctivitis
Dosing interval for Serevent Diskus
Twice Daily
What is chlorpheniramine indicated for?
allergic rhinitis
Dosing interval for zafirlukast
twice daily
take on an empty stomach
Indication for formoterol
asthma prophylaxis
What produces a bad aftertaste?
Astelin
Is Zyrtec non-sedating?
No
Claritin and Allegra are non-sedating
Age limit for Astepro
12 and older
What generation is cyproheptadine?
1st Gen
Indication for Astelin
allergic rhinitis
What is the strength(s) of desloratadine ODT tablets?
2.5mg, 5mg
Stength(s) of Zytec tablets
Tablets: 5mg, 10mg
What is Allegra D 24 Hour?
extended release tablet
180mg fexofenadine
240mg pseudoephedrine
Xyzal is indicated for:
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
Allergic Rhinitis
Dosing interval for Delsym
Twice daily
Dosage form of Ventolin HFA
MDI
Drug strength in ProAir HFA
90mcg/inhalation
2 types of allergic rhinitis
Seasonal(Periodical)
Perennial(Year Round)
Strength(s) of Claritin tablet
10mg
oral candidiasis
Oral thrush
Indication(s) for Claritin(loratadine)?
Allergic Rhinitis
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
drug strength of Preventil HFA
90mcg/inhalation
Strength of Allegra Allergy 12 hour
60mg
What is the hydroxyzine metabolite?
cetirizine
Strength(s) of Zytrec cheweable tablets
Cheweable Tablets: 5mg, 10mg
strength of dextromethorphan in Delsym
30mg/5ml
What causes Thrush?
Inhaled corticosteroids
Strength(s) of Zyrtec syrup
Syrup: 5mg/5mL
stength of Singulair granules
4mg/packet
Receptor NOT involved with allergic rhinitis
Histamine-2 (H-2) Receptor
strength of Singulair chewable tablet
4mg, 5mg
Strength of cetirizine syrup
5mg/5mL
What is Allegra D 12 Hour?
extended-release tablet
60mg fexofenadine
120mg pseudoephedrine-nasal decongestant
What is the device that is used to deliver salmeterol
Diskus
Clinical term for Oral Thrush
oral candidiasis
What is contained in Astepro
sorbitol
Strength of Children’s Allegra Allergy
30mg
Mediators that cause inflammation and symptoms
Histamine
Prostaglandins
Leukotrienes
Action of inhaled corticosteroids
reduce the production of inflammatory mediators
What is the dispensing device for formoterol
Aerolizer
Discard asmanex after…
45 days
Strength(s) of levocetrizine soln,
2.5mg/5mL
Indication for Astepro
allergic rhinitis
Discard Symbicort after…
3 months
Zyrtec is indicated for:
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
Allergic Rhinitis
Indication for Foradil Aerolizer
asthma prophylaxis
Adult Rx for Thrush
clotrimazole troches
Indication for Accolate
asthma prophylaxis
what is the strength(s) of Clarinex tablet?
5mg
Dosage form for Pulmicort respules
suspension for nebulization
What is the drug strength of Optivar?
0.05%
Dyspnea
difficulty breathing
What is the indication for diphenhydramine?
allergic rhinitis
When should you discard the Serevent Diskus?
6 weeks
What is the strength of Clarinex syrup?
2.5mg/5ml
what is the trade name of the dispensing devise for mometasone (Inhaled)
Twisthaler
child Rx for Thrush
nystatin suspension
Ventolin HFA should be discarded after…
3 months
Non-FDA indication for cyproheptadine
anorexia
What is the dosage form of Optivar?
Op. solution
Dosing interval for montelukast
1 daily or 2hrs prior to exercise
Dosage form of Asmanex Twisthaler
Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI)
Strength of childrens strength fexofenadine ODT
30mg
Strength of loratadine syrup
5mg/5mL
Dosing interval for Pulmicort Flexhaler
Twice daily
Dosing interval for Zyrtec
1 daily
Dosage form of ProAir HFA
MDI
Dosing interval for Tussionex
twice daily
What is deloratadine?
Active metabolite of loratadine
trade name: Clarinex
Dosage form of Proventil HFA
MDI
Strength(s) of Claritin ODT tablets
10mg
pruritus
itching
Symptoms of allergic rhinitis
Sneezing
Pruritus
Rhinorrhea
Indication for QVAR
asthma prophylaxis
Dosing interval for Zyrtec
1 daily
Indication for Pulmicort respules
Asthma prophylaxis
Indications for albuterol
Relieves accute asthma attacks
Prevention of EIA
Treatment and prevention of asthma
Receptor involved with allergic rhinitis
Histamine-1 (H-1) Receptor
Drugs that are Prescription only
Astelin
Astepro
Optivar
What generation is Vistaril?
1st Gen
INdication for levalbuterol
Asthma treatment and prevention
Strength of Hydrocodone in Tussionex
10mg/5ml
dosage form of beclomethasone
MDI
Dosage form of Pulmicort Flexhaler
DPI
Dosing interval for cetirizine
1 daily
Dosing interval for Zyzal
1 daily
Dosing interval for QVAR
Twice Daily
Avelox
moxifloxacin
Tablet
Fluoroquinolones
Vigamox
moxifoxacin
Op. Soln.
Fluoroquinolone
generic 1st Gen. cephalosporin
cefadroxil
Tobradex
tobramycin, dextromethasone
aminoglycoside, corticosteroid
Sporanox
itraconazole
Triazole antifungal
Altabax
retapamulin
Topical Antibiotic
DuraSite
Polymer that adheres to eye surface
Differin
adapalene
Acne
Diflucan
fluconazole
tiazole
Antifungal
Ciloxan
ciprofloxacin
Op. Soln.
Op. Susp.
Fluoroquinolone
Z-Max
azithromycin
extended-release microspheres for oral suspension
Macrolide
Zovirax
acyclovir
Antiviral
Cefdin
cefuroxime
2rd. Gen
Cephalosporin
Bactroban Nasal
mupirocin
Intranasal Ointment
Antiobiotic
Ocuflox
ofloxacin
Fluoroquinolone
Noxafil
posaconazole
Triazole antifungal
Tamiflu
oseltamivir
neuraminidase inhibitor
Antiviral
Ciprodex
ciprofoxacin, dexomethasone
Fluoroquinolone + Corticosteroid
Generic 3rd Gen. Cephalosporin
cefdinir
Besivance
besifloxacin
Op. Susp.
Fluoroquinolone
Valtrex
valacyclovir
Antiviral
Lamisil
terbinafine
Antifungal
Zithromax
azithromycin
Macrolide
AzaSite
azithromycin
Op. Soln.
Macrolide
Biaxin XL
clarythromycin
extended release
Macrolide
Cipro
ciprofloxacin
Tablet
Fluoroquinolone
Biaxin
clarythromycin
Macrolide
Spectracef
cefditoren
3rd Gen.
Cephalosporin
Bactroban
mupirocin
Topical Antibiotic
Levaquin
levofloxacin
Vfend
voriconazole
Triazole antifungal
Zymaxid
gatifloxacin
Fluoroquinolone
Lamictal
lamotrigine
Anticonvulsant
Nizoral
ketoconazole
Imidazole antifungal
Keflex
cephalexin
1st Gen.
Cephalosporin
Generic macrolide
erythromycin
Suprax
cefixime
3rd Gen.
Cephalosporin
Indication for Bactroban
impetigo-blisters around the mouth
strength for Bactroban
2%
Myasnethia gravis
automimmune neuromuscular disease-causes muscle weakness
What is herpes labialis?
Cold sore
Gen. of Keflex
1st Gen
dosage forms of Keflex
capsule
powder for oral suspensions - fridge after reconstitution
Indication for Ocuflox
bacterial conjunctivitis
generic macrolide
erythromycin
What is tinea corporis?
Ring worm
tablet trade name for moxifloxacin
Avelox
Indication for Zovirax cream
herpes labialis
Ingredients in Tobradex
tobramycin, dexamethasone
Dosing interval for Valtrex treating initial herpes genitalis
1g twice daily for 10 days
Indication(s) for Lamisil AT
tinea corporis
tinea pedis
tinea cruris
What does a neuroaminidase do?
Inhibits the key protein needed for viral replication
trade name for gatifloxacin
Zymaxid
indication for gatifloxacin
bacterial conjunctivitis
generic for Vigamox
moxifloxacin
Dosage forms for Tamiflu
capsule
powder for oral suspension
dosage form for Zymaxid
Op. solution
generic for Avelox
moxifloxacin
Instructions for pt’s with 1g Azithromycin powder pack
mix with 60ml and drink all at once
Dose of DIflucan for vaginal candidiasis
150mg single oral dose
Dosing interval for Tamiflu for prophylaxis
1 dose daily for 10 days
Inidcation for Ciloxan
bacterial conjunctivitis
trade name for cefditoren
Spectracef
dosage form of Besivance
Op. Suspension
generic name for Suprax
cefixime
Indication(s) for Lamisil
onychomycosis
Indications for Diflucan
oral candidiasis
esophageal candidiasis
vaginal candidiasis
what fluoroquinoloone has the highest incidense
Levaquin (levofloxacin)
tablet trade name levofloxacin
Levaquin
BBW’s for fluorquionolones
- May cause tendon rupture-especially the Achilles tendon
- Avoid giving to pt’s with myasthenia gravis
Definition of comedo
Initial lesion of acne
Differin reduces comedo formation
Takes 2 to 3 months for a noticable difference
Gen. of Suprax
3rd Gen
dosage form for cefdinir
caspule
powder for oral suspension - store at room temp
Dosage forms for Differin
cream
gel
lotion
generic name for Spectracef
cefditoren
strength(s) for Biaxin tablet
250mg, 500mg
indication for besifloxacin
bacterial conjunctivitis
strength of Altabax
1%
trade name for terbinafine cream
Lamisil AT
ophthalmic solution trade name for moxifloxacin
Vigamox
strength of Lamisil AT cream
1%
Indication for Bactroban Nasal
eradicate MRSA-methicillin resistant staph aureus
generic for Zymaxid
gatifloxacin
dosage forms for cefadroxil
capsule
powder for oral suspension - fridge after reconstitution
onychomychosis
fungal infection of the toe or finger nail
Generic name for Bactroban
mupirocin
ingredients in Ciprodex
ciprofloxacin, dexamethasone
strengths for Biaxin granules for oral suspension
125/5 250/5
dosage form for retapamulin
ointment
strength(s) for clarithromycin tablets
250mg, 500mg
Who reconstitutes Z-MAx?
In the pharmacy with 60ml of H20
What antiviral is a prodrug?
Valtrex (valacyclovir)
Indication for retapamulin
impetigo
Dosage form for Oculfox
Op. solution
strengths for azithromycin powder for oral suspension
100mg/5ml
200mg/5ml
INstructions for patients taking Tamiflu
take with food - reduces the nausea associated with taking Tamiflu
polymer found in AzaSite
DuraSite
Indication for Zovirax ointment
genital herpes
Allergy considerations for Cephalosporins
ceph’s are related to penicillins-pt’s allergic to pennicillins may be allergic to ceph’s
What is herpes genitalis?
genital herpes
Indication for acyclovir cream
herpes labialis
dosage form of besifloxacin
Op. suspension
Dosing interval for Valtrex treating herpes labialis
2g in the morning, then 2g in the evening. This is a 1 day dose
Dosing interval for Valtrex treating recurrent herpes genitalis
500mg twice daily for 3 days
trade name for cefuroxime
Cefdin
Yeast that causes candidiasis
candida albicans
clarithromycin extended release tablet
Biaxin XL
trade name of besifloxacin
Besivance
Storage for Diflucan suspension
store at room temp
Dosing interval for Valtrex treating varicella zoster
Depends on weight - Three times daily for 5 days
How do you store Biaxin suspension?
store at room temperature when mixed
What shoudl pt’s avoid while taking fluoroquinolones?
multivitamins/dairy of calcium supplement
causes chelation
dosage forms for Suprax
tablet
powder for oral suspension - store at room temp after reconstitution
trade name for azithromycin
Zithromax
Trade name for ophthalmic ofloxacin
Ocuflox
strength of single dose azithromycin powder packet
1 gram
what does Tobradex do in children
causes glaucoma
generic name for Cefdin
cefuroxime
Indication for acyclovir ointment
genital herpes
trade name for cefixime
Suprax
generic for besivance
besifloxacin
tinea unguium
fungal infection of the toe or finger nail
gen for cefdinir
3rd Gen
strength of retapamulin
1%
Indications for Zovirax tablet
herpes genitalis
herpes zoster
vericella zoster
herpes labialis
strength(s) of Biaxin XL
500mg
dosage form for Z-Max
extended-release microspheres for oral suspension
dosage forms of Diflucan
tablet
powder for oral suspension
indication for Ciprodex
bacterial conjunctivitis
Dosing interval for Tamiflu for treatment
Twice daily for 5 days
Indication for Vigamox
bacterial conjunctivitis
Rule about ceph’s generations
the higher the generations go, the more gram- activity and less gram+ activity
Indication for Altabax
impetigo
What SALAD drug is often confused with Lamisil?
Lamictal(lamotrigine)
Indication for AzaSite
bacterial conjunctivitis
tablet size for Lamisil
250mg
Indication for levofloxacin Op. solution
bacterial conjunctivitis
generic name for Altabax
retapamulin
trade name for op. solution of azithromycin
AzaSite
trade name for mupirocin
Bactroban
Age limit for fluoroquinolones
18
trade name for cefadroxil
none
Gen. of cefadroxil
1st Gen
Indication for Besivance
bacterial conjunctivitis
Storage info for Tamiflu suspension
store in fridge after reconstitution
Dosing interval for Valtrex treating herpes zoster
1g three times daily for 1 week
Who reconstitutes azithromycin powder for oral suspension
reconstituted in the pharmacy
trade name for cefdinir
none
Important info about cefdinir
can cause red stool in children
dosage forms of fluconazole
tablet
powder for oral suspension
What other concern is associated with Fluoroquinolones?
lowers the seizure threshold
auxillary label for Ciprodex
Shake well
storage for fluconazole suspension
store at room temp
tablet strength for terbinafine
250mg
Dosing interval for AzaSite
1 drop twice daily for 2 days, then 1 drop daily for the next 5 days
mupirocin trade name for intranasal ointment
Bactroban Nasal
trade name for Op. soln and ointment for ciprofloxacin
Ciloxan
What is Tobradex not indicated fo
bacterial conjunctivitis
What is varicella zoster?
Chickenpox
indication for Zymaxid
bacterial conjunctivitis
Dosage forms of Cefdin
tablet
powder for oral suspension - fridge after reconstitution
gen for cefixime
3rd gen
Gen. of cephalexin
1st Gen
Available strengths for valacyclovir
500mg, 1000mg
What is tinea pedis?
athlete’s foot
indications for Zovirax capsule
herpes genitalis
herpes zoster
vericella zoster
herpes labialis
INstructions for Z-Max to pt’s
Drink within 12 hours
Take on empty stomach
Indications for Zovirax ready-to-use suspension
herpes genitalis
herpes zoster
vericella zoster
herpes labialis
tablet trade name for clarithromycin
Biaxin
Strength for Z-Max
2g single dose bottle
What does Valtrex convert into?
acyclovir
dosage form of Altabax
ointment
strength of terbinafine cream
1%
trade name for retapamulin
Altabax
generic for Ocuflox
ofloxacin
Gen. of Cefdin
2nd Gen
generic of Levaquin
levofloxacin
trade tablet name for ciprofloxacin
Cipro
strength(s) for azithromycin tablet
250mg, 500mg
strength of mupirocin
2%
strength(s) of clarithromycin extended release
500mg
Storage instructions for AzaSite
store in fridge at pharmacy-pt can store at room temperature
Available strengths for Valtrex
500mg, 1000mg
dosage form for Spectracef
tablet - take with food
Gen. of cefuroxime
2nd Gen
What is herpes zoster?
Shingles
what is tinea cruris?
Jock itch
INdication for 1g powder pack Azithromycin
chlamydia
other dosage form of ofloxacin
otic solutioin
dosage forms of Zovirax
capsule tablet ready-to-use oral suspension cream ointment
dosage form for gatifloxacin
Op. solution
Asacol
mesalamine
delyaed release tablet
Dexilant
dexlansoprazole
PPI
Prilosec
omeprazole
PPI
Azulfidine EnTab
sulfasalazine
Enteric-Coated
Apriso
mesalamine
delayed-release/extended-release
metoclopramide
Prokinetic/Antiemetic
Pentasa
mesalamine
controlled-release
Prevacid
lansoprazole
PPI
Canasa
mesalamine
suppository
Zegerid
omeprazole, NaHCO3
PPI
Rowasa
mesalamine
rectal suspension
Nexium
esomeprazole
PPI
Protonix
pantoprazole
PPI
Azulfidine
sulfasalazine
AcipHex
rabeprazole
PPI
Lialda
mesalamine
delayed-release tablet
Xopenex
levalbuterol
Soln. for Nebulization
Inhaled Bronchodilator
Beta-2 Agonist
Astepro
azelastine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Singulair
montelukast
Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist
Rhinocort Aqua
Budesonide
Intranasal corticosteroids
Optivar
azelastine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Atrovent HFA
ipratropium
Inhaled Bronchodilator
Anticholinergic Bronchodilator
Proair HFA
albuterol
Inhaled bronchodilator
Beta-2 Agonist
Xopenex HFA
levalbuterol
Inhaled Bronchodilator
Beta-2 Agonist
Delsym
dextromethorphan polistirex
Antitussive
Accolate
Zafirlukast
Leukotriene receptor antagonist
QVAR
Beclomethasone
Inhaled corticosteroids
Foradil Aerolizer
formoterol
Beta-2 Agonist
Generic 1st gen h1 receptor antagonist
Chlorpheniramine
Dymista
Fluticasone & azelastine
Corticosteroid + h1 receptor antagonist
Astelin
azelastine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Xyzal
levocetirizine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Zyrtec
cetirizine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Benadryl
Diphenhydramine
H-1 receptor antagonist
Spiriva HandiHaler
tiotropium
Inhaled Bronchodilator
Anticholinergic Bronchodilator
Asmanex Twisthaler
mometasone
Inhaled Corticosteroid
Pulmicort Respules
Budesonide
Suspension for nebulization
Corticosteroids
Allegra D 24 Hour
fexofenadine, pseudoephedrine
Pulmicort Flexhaler
Budesonide
Inhaled corticosteroids
Ventolin HFA
albuterol
Inhaled bronchodilator
Beta-2 Agonist
Serevent Diskus
salmeterol
Beta-2 Agonist
Long Acting
Claritin RediTabs
loratadine
ODT
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Tussionex
chlorpheniramine polistirex, hydrocodone polistirex
H-1 Receptor Antagonist, Analgesic + Antitussive
Extended-release suspension
Asmanex Twisthaler
Mometasone
Inhaled corticosteroids
Proventil HFA
albuterol
Inhaled Bronchodilator
Beta-2 Agonist
Nasacort AQ
Triamcinolone
Intranasal corticosteroid
Combivent Respimat
albuterol, ipratropium
Beta-2 Agonist, Anticholinergic Bronchodilator
Advair Diskus
fluticasone, salmeterol
Corticosteroid, Anticholinergic Bronchodilatir
Flovent HFA
fluticasone
Inhaled Corticosteroid
DuoNeb
albuterol, irpatropium
Soln. for Nebulization
Beta-2 Agonist, Anticholinergic Bronchodilator
Vistaril
Hydroxyzine
Allegra Allergy 24 Hour
fexofenadine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Singulair
montelukast
Leukotriene receptor antagonist
Symbicort
budesonide, formoterol
Corticosteroid, Beta-2 Agonist
Omnaris
Ciclesonide
Intranasal corticosteroids
Pulmicort Respules
budesonide
Inhaled Corticosteroid
Flovent HFA
Fluticasone
Inhaled Corticosteroid
Clarinex
desloratadine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Another generic for 1st gen h1 receptor antagonist
Cyproheptadine
Pulmicort Flexhaler
budesonide
Inhaled Corticosteroid
Generic for Anticholinergic Bronchodilator
No trade name
Soln. for Nebulization
ipratropium
Soln. for Nebulization
Advair HFA
fluticasone, salmeterol
Corticosteroid, Anticholinergic Bronchodilator
Clarinex RediTabs
desloratadine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
AccuNeb
albuterol
Soln. for Nebulization
Inhaled Bronchodilator
Beta-2 Agonist
Flonase
Fluticasone propionate
Intranasal corticosteroid
QVAR
beclamethasone
Inhaled Corticosteroid
Children’s Allegra Allergy
fexofenadine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Veramyst
Fluticasone furoate
Intranasal corticosteroid
Nasonex
Mometasone
Intranasal corticosteroid
Allegra Allergy 12 Hour
fexofenadine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Accolate
zafirlukast
Leukotriene Receptor Antagonst
Claritin
loratadine
H-1 Receptor Antagonist
Allegra D 12 Hour
fexofenadine, pseudoephedrine
Strength of Zegerid powder for oral suspension (Rx)
20mg omeprazole
1680mg NaHCO3
40mg omeprazole
1680mg NaHCO3
What is contained in Zegerid?
NaHCO3 and omeprazole
Indications for sulfasalazine
ulcerative colitis
rheumatoid arthritis
Dosage forms of metoclopramide
tablet (5mg, 10mg) oral solution (5mg/5ml)
What is the CTZ?
Chemoreceptor Trigger Zone - Nausea center in the brain
Is Zegerid enteric-coated?
No
Dosage form of Lialda
1.2g delayed-release tablet
Dosage form of Pentasa
250mg or 500mg controlled-release capsule
Dosage form of Apriso
0.375g delayed-release/extended-release capsule
Trade name for PPI associated with SoluTab
Prevacid
dosage form of omeprazole (Rx)
delayed-release capsule
Dosing interval for esomeprazole
1 daily
What is the prokinetic aspect of metaclopramide?
It increases the upper GI tract motility, causing a reduction in heartburn
Indications for mesalamine
ulcerative colitis
Dosing interval for metoclopramide(Prokinetic)
4 times daily
Dosing interval for Asacol HD
Three times daily
Strength of omeprazole (OTC)
20mg
Dosage form of Rowasa
4g/60ml rectal suspension for enema
Dosing interval for Lialda
1 daily
Dosage form of Dexilant
delayed-release capsule
Dosing interval for Prevacid
1 daily
Dosage form for Asacol HD
800mg delayed-release tablet
Generic for PPI associated with SoluTab
lansoprazole
Strength of Prilosec (OTC)
20mg
Dosing interval for Pentasa
4 times daily
Mixture in Dexilant
R isomer of lansoprazole (Prevacid)
Strength of Prevacid (Rx)
30mg
Dosage form of Canasa
1g rectal suppository
Strengths of omeprazole (Rx)
10mg, 20mg, 40mg
WHat is the Antiemetic aspect associated with metoclopramide?
blocks seretonin receptors in the CTZ in teh brain, reducing nausea and vomting.
Dosing interval for Asacol
Three times daily
what two therapeutic categories are associated with metoclopramide?
Prokintec/Antiemetic
What is acid-labile?
compound that is destroyed by acid
Strength of Prevacid SoluTab
15mg
30mg
How does dexlansoprazole work?
Dual delayed- release formulation
Some is released for immediate relief
Rest is released 4 hours later
Primarily used for nighttime heartburn(GERD)
What is Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome?
A hypersecretory condition where too much gastric acid is produced
What PPI would be used for nighttime GERD?
Dexilant (dexlansoprazole)
Indications for PPI’s
GERD
erosive esophagitis
gastric ulcers
Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
What is tardive dyskinesia?
Involuntary, repetitive movements
Strengths Prilosec (Rx)
10mg,20mg,40mg
What is a special warning associated with sulfasalazine and mesoalamine?
These drugs are contraindicated for pt’s allergic to aspiriin
Dosing interval for metoclopramide(Antiemetic)
Take 30 min. before chemotherapy, then every 2 to 3 hours after therapy as needed
What is the mixture of esomeprazole?
S isomer of omeprazole
Dosage form of pantoprazole
delayed-release tablet
Dosing interval for Azulfidine EnTab
Three times daily
Dosage forms of sulfasalazine
Tablet - Azulfidine
delayed-release tablet - Azulfidine EnTab
Dosing interval for Apriso
1 daily
Indications for metoclopramide
GERD
nausea/vomiting associated with chemotherapy
What helps the tablet pass through the stomach?
Enteric-coating
Strength of Prevacid 24 HR
15mg
OTC
Dosing interval for PPI’s
Take 1 daily, 30 minutes prior to breakfast. Do not take with food-decreases absorption
Composition of Nexium
gel capsule containing enteric coated granules
What is mesalamine?
Active component of sulfasalazine (Azulfidine)
Indications for Azulfidine
ulcerative colitis
rheumatoid arthritis
Dosage form of AcipHex
delayed-release tablet
dosage form of Prilosec (OTC)
delayed-release tablet
Dosage form of Asacol
400mg delayed-release tablet
Strength of Zegerid-OTC
20mg ompeprazole
1100mg NaHCO3
What does the NaHCO3 do?
neutralizes the gastric acid, providing instant heartburn relief and protecting teh omeprazole of acid degradation
BBW for metoclopramide
Chronic use may cause tardive dyskinesia
dosage form of omeprazole (OTC)
delayed-release tablet
Dosing interval for Nexium
1 daily
Dosing interval for Rowasa
1 daily-use at bedtime-retain it for 8 hours(overnight)
Clinical term for heartburn
gastroesophageal reflux disease
Dosing interval for Canasa
1 daily-Use at bedtime-retain for 1 to 3 hours
Dosage interval for Azulfidine
Three times daily - take with food
dosage form of Prilosec (Rx)
delayed-release capsule
Dosage form of Protonix
delayed-release tablet
Dosage form of rabeprazole
delayed-release tablet
Strength of Zegerid (Rx)
40mg omeprazole
1100mg NaHCO3
Is Prilosec enteric-coated?
yes
Dosing interval for lansoprazole
1 daily
Difficulty breathing
Dyspnea
Dosage form of ciprodex
Otic suspension
Dosage form of Tobradex
Op. suspension
Op. ointment
What anti fungal is in the imidazole class?
Nizoral
ketoconazole
Generic associated with HandiHaler dispensing device
tiotropium
Trade name of drug associated with HandiHaler
Spiriva
Generic drugs associated with Respimat device
Albuterol, ipratropium
Trade names associated with Respimat device
Proair, Atrovent
strength of Zrytec chewable tablets
5mg, 10mg
strength of Claritin chewable tablet
5mg