GI Drugs Flashcards
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Generic of Colace
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docusate
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Brand of docusate
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Colace
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Pharmacologic class:
of docusate/Colace
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Stool softener
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Indication of docusate/Colace
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Constipation
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Contraindication of docusate/Colace
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Avoid OTC use in patient’s w/ symptoms consistent with bowel obstruction
6
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Adverse Effects:
of docusate/Colace
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Abdominal cramps, diarrhea
7
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Monitoring of docusate/Colace
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Bowel movements
8
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Counseling of docusate/Colace
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Maintain adequate hydration
9
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Generic of Miralax
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polyethylene glycol
10
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Brand of polyethylene glycol
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Miralax
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Pharmacologic class
of polyethylene glycol/Miralax
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Osmotic laxative
12
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Indication of polyethylene glycol/Miralax
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Constipation
13
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Contraindication of polyethylene glycol/Miralax
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Bowel obstruction
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AEs
of polyethylene glycol/Miralax
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Diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, abdominal pain, electrolyte imbalance (long term/frequent)
Bowel movements
Dissolve in 4 to 8 ounces or water, juice, soda, coffee etc.
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Monitoring of polyethylene glycol/Miralax
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Bowel movements
16
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Counseling of polyethylene glycol/Miralax
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Dissolve in 4 to 8 ounces of water, juice, soda, coffee etc.
17
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Brand of senna
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Senokot
18
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Generic of Senokot
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senna
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Pharmacologic class of senna/Senokot
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Stimulant laxative
20
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AEs of senna/Senokot
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Abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
21
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Contraindication of senna/Senokot
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Bowel obstruction, GI bleeding
22
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Indication of senna/Senokot
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Constipation
23
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Monitoring of senna/Senokot
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Bowel movements
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Counseling of senna/Senokot
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Do not use for more than one week unless directed by PCP
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Brand of famotidine
Pepcid AC
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Generic of Pepcid AC
famotidine
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Pharmacologic class:
of famotidine/Pepcid AC
H2 blocker
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Indication of famotidine/Pepcid AC
Heartburn, GERD
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AEs of famotidine/Pepcid AC
Agitation (pediatric), headache, diarrhea, constipation
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Monitoring of famotidine/Pepcid AC
heartburn
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Counseling of famotidine/Pepcid AC
Take qd at hs or if taking BID take in am and hs. Can be taken with antacids
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Brand of esomeprazole
Nexium
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Generic of Nexium
esomeprazole
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Pharmacologic class:
of esomeprazole/Nexium
PPI
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Indication of esomeprazole/Nexium
Heartburn, GERD, Peptic ulcer disease, NSAID - induced ulcer prophylaxis
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AEs of esomeprazole/Nexium
Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, headache, vitamin B12 deficiency (long-term AE), hypomagnesemia (long-term AE), increased risk C. difficile infection
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Monitoring of esomeprazole/Nexium
Symptoms, vitamin B12 & magnesium with long term use
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Counseling of esomeprazole/Nexium
Take on an empty stomach 30 to 60 minutes prior to a meal.
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brand of omeprazole
Prilosec
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generic of Prilosec
omeprazole
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Indications of omeprazole/Prilosec
Heartburn, GERD, Zollinger-Ellizon Syndrome (hypersecretory condition)
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AEs of omeprazole/Prilosec
Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, headache, vitamin B12 deficiency (long-term AE), hypomagnesemia (long-term AE), increased risk C. difficile infection
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Monitoring of omeprazole/Prilosec
Symptoms, vitamin B12 & magnesium with long term use
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Counseling of omeprazole/Prilosec
Take on an empty stomach 60 minutes prior to a meal. If taking once daily, take before first meal of the day.
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Brand of pantoprazole
Protonix
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generic of Protonix
pantoprazole
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Pharmacologic class of pantoprazole/Protonix
PPI
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Indication of pantoprazole/Protonix
GERD, Zollinger-Ellison Syndrom
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AEs of pantoprazole/Protonix
Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, headache, vitamin B12 deficiency (long-term AE), hypomagnesemia (long-term AE), increased risk C. difficile infection
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Counseling of pantoprazole/Protonix
Take on an empty stomach at least 1 hour prior to a meal and at bedtime. Antacids should not be taken within one-half hour before or after administration
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Generic of Zofran
ondansetron
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Brand of ondansetron
Zofran
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Pharmacologic class of ondansetron/Zofran
Serotonin (5HT3) Receptor Antagonist
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Indication of ondansetron/Zofran
Cancer chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, postoperative nausea and vomiting, radiotherapy-associated nausea and vomiting
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AEs of ondansetron/Zofran
Headache, fatigue, constipation, QT prolongation, Serotonin Syndrome
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Counseling of ondansetron/Zofran
Handle oral-disintegrating tablets and oral films with dry hands. For oral-disintegrating tablets and oral films, place on tongue and allow to dissolve. Do not chew, break or crush.
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Brand of promethazine
Phenergan
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generic of Phenergan
promethazine
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Pharmacologic class of promethazine/Phenergan
First Generation Histamine Antagonist
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Indications of promethazine/Phenergan
Allergic conditions, nausea and vomiting, motion sickness, sedation
61
Contraindications of promethazine/Phenergan
Concomitant use with MAO inhibitors, Asthma, Use in children under <2 due to respiratory depression
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BBW of promethazine/Phenergan
Risk of fatal respiratory depression in pediatric patients < 2 years of age. Injectable promethazine can cause severe chemical irritation and damage to tisses.
63
AEs of promethazine/Phenergan
Orthostatic hypotension, akathisia, drowsiness, photosensitivity, anticholinergic effects, extrapyramidal symptoms
64
Monitoring of promethazine/Phenergan
Signs/symptoms of abnormal movements, signs/symptoms of excessive sedation and/or respiratory depression
65
Counseling of promethazine/Phenergan
Avoid prolonged exporsure to sunlight. May cause dizziness- avoid activities requiring mental altertness until drug effects are realized. Report any unusual movements.
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Brand of sucralfate
Carafate
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generic of Carafate
sucralfate
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Class of sucralfate/Carafate
Gastrointestinal Agent
69
Indications of sucralfate/Carafate
Ulcer Treatment & Prophylaxis
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AEs of sucralfate/Carafate
Constipation, Aluminum accumulation in patients with renal failure or on dialysis
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Counseling of sucralfate/Carafate
Take on an empty stomach at least 1 hour prior to a meal and at bedtime. Antacids should not be taken within one-half hour before or after administration
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Brand of dicyclomine
Bentyl
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generic of Bentyl
dicyclomine
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Class of Bentyl/dicyclomine
Anticholinergic Agent
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Indications of Bentyl/dicyclomine
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Contraindications of Bentyl/dicyclomine
GI obstruction, Glaucoma, Age <6 months
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AEs of Bentyl/dicyclomine
Dizziness, xerostomia, nausea, blurred vision, drowsiness, nervousness
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Monitoring of Bentyl/dicyclomine
Signs/symptoms of muscle weakness
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Counseling of Bentyl/dicyclomine
Avoid activities requiring mental alertness until the effects of the drug are known. Can increase risk of developing heat stroke, advise patients to use caution with activities leading to increased core temperature.
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Brand of phentermine
Adipex-P
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Generic of Adipex-P
phentermine
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Class of phentermine/Adipex-P
Adrenergic Agonist
83
Indications of phentermine/Adipex-P
Obesity
84
Contraindications of phentermine/Adipex-P
Use with or within 14 days of an MAOI, Uncontrolled hypertension, Significant cardiovascular disease, Glaucoma, Hyperthyroidism, Pregnancy, History of substance abuse
85
AEs of phentermine/Adipex-P
Xerostomia, CNS stimulation, insomnia, headache, tremor,
86
Monitoring of phentermine/Adipex-P
Blood pressure, Heart rate, Weight
87
Counseling of phentermine/Adipex-P
Avoid late evening administration to avoid insomnia. Report any changes in blood pressure or exercise tolerance. Avoid preganncy.
