Lecture 3: Headache, Fever and Pain I Flashcards

1
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Acetaminophen Brand Names

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FeverAll, Tylenol

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AC- Mechanism of Action

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Inhibition of Prostaglandin synthesis

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AC- Pharmacokinetics

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Onset- 30 mins

Duration- 4 hours ( 6-8 hrs if its ER)

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4
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AC- Boxed Warnings

Precautions

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Hepatotoxicity potential (liver damage)
Bc of this risks, you shouldn't take if patient has hepatic dysfunction or alcohol use
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5
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AC- Contraindications

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Active severe hepatic disease, hypersensitivity

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AC- Adverse Effects

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Rashes

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AC- Drug interactions

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Alcohol, other acetaminophen containing products and warfarin ( blood thinners)

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AC- Dosing

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Pediatrics: Tablets ( 80mg or 160mg), Suspension (160mg/ 5mL)

  • 10-15mg/ kg by mouth every 4-6 hours
  • MDD- 480 per dose up to 5 doses. No more than 2400 total

Adults: Regular Strength: 325mg Extra strength: 500mg

  • 325-1000mg by mouth every 4-6 hrs (6-8hrs for ER)
  • MDD: 4000mg
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9
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AC- Special Populations

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Safe for pregnancy and breast feeding

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10
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NSAIDS

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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

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NSAIDS: Brand Name for
Ibuprofen
Naproxen

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  • Advil, Motrin

- Aleve

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NSAIDS- Mechanism of Action

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Central and peripheral inhibition of COX -> inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis

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13
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NSAIDS- Pharmacokinetics

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Onset- 30 mins

Duration- 6-8 hrs for Ibuprofen. 12 hrs for Naproxen

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14
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NSAIDS- Boxed Warnings

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Gastrointestinal bleeding, Blood clots, Heart attack

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NSAIDS- Contraindications

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Allergic- type reaction after NSAID use, hypersensitivity,

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16
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NSAIDS- Precautions

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Known or risk factor for cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal complications or renal dysfunction

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NSAIDS- Adverse Effects

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Anorexia, dyspepsia, epigastric pain, heartburn, nausea

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NSAIDS- Drug Interactions

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Anticoagulants, antihypertensives, aspirin, nephrotoxic agent

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Ibuprofen Dosing

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Pediatrics: Chewable Tablets (100 mg), Concentrated Drops (50 mg/1.25 mL), Suspension (100 mg/5 mL)

  • 5-10 mg/kg by mouth every 6-8 hours
  • MDD: 300 mg per dose up to 4 doses or 1200 mg total

Adults : Regular Strength (200 mg)

  • 200-400 mg by mouth every 4-6 hours as needed
  • MDD: 1200 mg
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20
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Ibuprofen Special Populations

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  • Avoided in Pregnancy, contradicted in third trimester

- Compatible with breastfeeding

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21
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Naproxen Dosing

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Pediatrics: Not recommended

Adults: Regular Strength (220 mg)

  • 220 mg by mouth every 8-12 hours as needed
  • MDD: 660 mg

For >65 yrs old, take 220mg every 12 hrs,
-MDD 440mg

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Naproxen Special Populations

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  • Avoided in pregnancy, contradicted in third trimester

- Not compatible with breastfeeding

23
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Aspirin Brand Names

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Bayer, Ecotrin, St. Joseph, etc.

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Aspirin Mechanism of Action

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Irreversible inhibition of Cox-> inhibition of prostaglandins

25
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Aspirin Pharmacokinetics

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Onset: 1-2 hours
Durations: 4-6 hrs

26
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Aspirin Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity

27
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Aspirin Precautions

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Bleeding disorders, history of gout,

28
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Aspirin Adverse Effects

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Abdominal Pain, dyspepsia, heartburn, nausea, vomiting

29
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Aspirin Drug Interactions

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Alcohol, antihypertensives, NSAIDS, nephrotoxic agents, warfarin

30
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Aspirin Dosing

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Pediatrics : Avoid in children and teenagers: Risk of Reye’s syndrome

Adults: Low Dose (81mg), Regular Strength (325mg), Extra Strength (500mg)

  • 325-1000mg by mouth every 4-6 hours
  • MDD: 4000 mg
31
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Aspirin Special Populations

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Not recommended in pregnancy and breastfeeding

32
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Topical Products

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Indicated for treatment of minor-moderate joint/ muscle aches and pains
- Recommended as adjunct therapy

33
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Anesthetics (Lidocaine)

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  • Inhibits conduction of nerve impulses
  • Apply topically to affected area every 6-8 hours as needed for up to 7 days
  • Maximum of 3 applications in 24 hours
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Counterirritants

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Produce mild, local inflammatory reaction

  • Less severe pain to counter a more intense one
  • Apply topically to affected area no more than 3-4 times a day up to 7 days
35
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NSAIDS-Topical product

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  • Inhibit prostaglandins to reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Apply topically to affected area 4 times daily
  • Adverse effects: Mild skin irritation
36
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Aspirin- Patient Education

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  • May be taken with food to minimize dyspepsia
  • Discontinue 48 hours prior to surgery
  • Stop 3 days before fecal blood test bc taking this drug may produce positive results
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NSAIDS- Patient Education

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  • May be taken with food, milk, or antacids if upset stomach occurs
38
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Counterirritants: Agents may include

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  • histamine dihydrochloride
  • capsaicin
  • methyl salicylate
  • camphor, menthol
39
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Histamine dihydrochloride

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Cause vasodilation

40
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Capsaicin

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Incite irritation

41
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Methyl salicylate

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Increase blood flow

42
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Camphor, menthol)

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Produce cooling sensation

43
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Counterirritants Directions

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  • Apply topically to affected area no more than 3-4 times a day up to 7 days
44
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Counterirritants: Adverse Effects

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  • All: Skin irritation/rash

- Capsaicin: cough, runny nose, sneezing

45
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NSAIDs ((Voltaren Gel® - diclofenac)

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  • Apply topically to affected area 4 times daily

- Use dosing care to measure dose

46
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NSAIDs ((Voltaren Gel® - diclofenac) Adverse Effects

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§ Mild skin irritation

47
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Other factors associated with NSAIDs possible, although less likely

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§ Adverse effects
§ Contraindications
§ Drug interactions
§ Precautions

48
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Topical Products-Patient Education

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Do not bandage area/apply heat where product applied

  • Do not apply to wounded, damaged, broken, or irritated skin
  • Wash hands after application
49
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Aspirin for Heart Health?

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  • In the past, many used low-dose aspirin
    daily to prevent and treat cardiovascular
    disease (CVD)
  • New evidence shows marginal benefits for
    primary prevention of CVD
  • Risks of bleeding are high
50
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Many analgesics are combined with…

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§ Antihistamines
§ Caffeine
§ Decongestants
§ Other analgesics
§ Prescription medications