Medication List 9: Cardiovascular Flashcards
generic of clopidogrel
plavix
common strengths of clopidogrel
75 mg
common frequency of clopidogrel
300 mg loading dose
75 mg daily
indications/uses of clopidogrel
to reduce rate of heart attack and stroke
counseling tips for clopidogrel
avoid nsaids unless instructed due to increased bleeding risk
seek medical attention for unusual or prolonged bleeding or bruising
avoid abrupt discontinuation
generic for warfarin
coumadin
common strengths of warfarin
1, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.5, 10 mg
common frequency of warfarin
daily
indications/uses of warfarin
to prevent blood clots
atrial fibrillation
counseling tips for warfarin
avoid nsaids unless instructed due to increased bleeding risk
seek medical attention for unusual or prolonged bleeding or bruising
avoid abrupt discontinuation
keep dietary K and alcohol consumption consistent
many drug interactions; discuss new meds with RPh
take missed dose asap, but don’t double dose same day
brand name for rivaroxaban
Xarelto
common strengths of rivaroxaban
2.5, 10, 15, 20 mg
common frequency of rivaroxaban
daily
bid
indications/uses of rivaroxaban
to prevent blood clots
atrial fibrillation
counseling tips for rivaroxaban
seek medical attention for unusual or prolonged bleeding or bruising
gastroenteritis
vomiting
cough (pediatric patients)
brand name for furosemide
lasix
common strengths for furosemide
20, 40, 80 mg
common frequency of furosemide
daily, bid
indications/uses of furosemide
edema
heart failure
hypertension
counseling tips for furosemide
sun sensitivity
decreased electrolytes
dizziness upon standing
avoid taking at bedtime - increases urination
brand name for spironolactone
aldactone