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Medication List Quizzes Flashcards

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What are brand names of doxycycline - monohydrate or hyclate?

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Vibramycin, Adoxa and Monodox

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What are the common strengths of doxycycline?

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20mg, 50mg, 75mg, 100mg and 150mg

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What is the common frequency of taking doxycycline?

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q12h

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What are the indications of doxycycline?

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Treatment of:

Respiratory tract infections (RTI), Urinary tract infections (UTI), Acne and skin infections and Sexually transmitted infections (STI).

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What are counseling tips and important information about doxycycline?

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Sun-sensitivity: use sunscreens, avoid tanning beds

Take with food to prevent stomach upset

Do not take food, vitamins, or medication containing Ca++, Fe++, Mg++, or Zn++ within 2 hrs before or 2 hrs after doxycycline

Though unlikely, may decrease effectiveness of oral contraceptives (OC); use additional form of birth control (BC) during and 1 week after last dose

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What are brand names of amoxicillin?

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Amoxil

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What are the common strengths of amoxicillin?

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250mg, 500mg and 875mg

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What is the common frequency of taking amoxicillin?

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q8h and q12h

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What are the indications of amoxicillin?

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Treatment of:

RTI, UTI, STI, Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) infections

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What are counseling tips and important information about amoxicillin?

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Though unlikely, may decrease effectiveness of OC; use additional form of BC during and 1 week after last dose

Contraindicated if penicillin allergy

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What are brand names of cephalexin?

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Keflex

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What are the common strengths of cephalexin?

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250mg and 500mg

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What is the common frequency of taking cephalexin?

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q6h and q8h

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What are the indications of cephalexin?

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Treatment of:

RTI, UTI, ENT, skin and bone infections

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What are counseling tips and important information about cephalexin?

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Do not take vitamins or medication containing Zn++ for at least 3 hrs after cephalexin

Contraindicated if cephalosporin allergy

Caution if penicillin allergy

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What are brand names of azithromycin?

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Zithromycin, Z-PAK, Tri pak

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What are the common strengths of azithromycin?

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250mg and 500mg

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What is the common frequency of taking azithromycin?

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Two 250mg tablets PO on day 1, then one tablet days 2-5 q24h

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What are the indications of azithromycin?

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Treatment of:

RTI, STI, ENT, skin and eye infections

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What are counseling tips and important information about azithromycin?

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Do not take with an Al++ or Mg++ containing antacid

QTc prolongation occurs rarely, but possible interaction with many different medications

Contraindicated if macrolide allergy

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What are brand names of ciprofloxacin?

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Cipro and Ciloxan

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What are the common strengths of ciprofloxacin?

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250mg, 500mg and 750mg

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What is the common frequency of taking ciprofloxacin?

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q12h

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What are the indications of ciprofloxacin?

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Treatment of:

STI, prostatitis, skin, bone, pneumonia infections and complicated UTI, RTI abdominal infections

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What are counseling tips and important information about ciprofloxacin?

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QTc prolongation occurs rarely, but possible interaction with many different medications

Do not take food or medications containing Ca++, Fe++ within 2 hrs before or 2 hrs after ciprofloxacin

Sun-sensitivity: use sunscreens, avoid tanning beds

May increase caffeine sensitivity

Contraindicated if fluoroquinolone allergy

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What are brand names of sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP)?

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Bactrim DS

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What are the common strengths of sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP)?

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800mg (S) / 160mg (T)

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What is the common frequency of taking sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP)?

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q12h

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What are the indications of taking sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP)?

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Treatment of:

RTI, UTI and HIV associated infections

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What are counseling tips and important information about sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP)?

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Sun-sensitivity: use sunscreens, avoid tanning beds

Take with at least 8 oz. water

Contraindicated if sulfa allergy

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31
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What are brand names of nitrofurantoin?

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Macrobid and Macrodantin

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32
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What are the common strengths of nitrofurantoin?

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100mg

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What is the common frequency of taking nitrofurantoin?

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q12h

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34
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What are the indications of nitrofurantoin?

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Treatment of:

UTI

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35
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What are counseling tips and important information about nitrofurantoin?

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Orange or brown urine is expected and not cause for concern

Do not take food or medications containing Mg++ within 2hrs before or 2 hrs after nitrofurantoin

Take with food/milk to ↑ absorption

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What are the brand names of metronidazole?

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Flagyl

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37
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What are the common strengths of metronidazole?

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250mg and 500mg

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38
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What is the common frequency of taking metronidazole?

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q6h, q8h and q12h

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What are the indications of metronidazole?

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Treatment of:

STI, Abscess, vaginosis, GI tract infections

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40
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What are counseling tips and important information about metronidazole?

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Contraindicated: Alcohol use during therapy and for 3 days following last dose

Metallic taste in mouth

Headache common adverse effect

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What are the brand names for fluconazole? (Antifungal)

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Diflucan

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What are the common strengths of fluconazole? (Antifungal)

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100mg, 150mg and 200mg

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What is the common frequency of taking fluconazole? (Antifungal)

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q24h, single dose for vaginitis

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What are the indications of fluconazole? (Antifungal)

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Treatment of fungal infections of:

Mouth (thrush), skin, vagina and HIV associated infections

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What are counseling tips and important information about fluconazole? (Antifungal)

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QTc prolongation occurs rarely, but possible interaction with many different medications

Report any new skin rash to the prescriber

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46
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What are the brand names for valacyclovir? (Antiviral)

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Valtrex

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47
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What are the common strengths of valacyclovir? (Antiviral)

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500mg and 1g

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What is the common frequency of taking valacyclovir? (Antiviral)

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q8h, q12h and q24h

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What are the indications of valacyclovir? (Antiviral)

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Treatment herpes viral infections of:

Genitals, cold sores and shingles

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50
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What are counseling tips and important information about valacyclovir? (Antiviral)

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Headache common adverse effect

Does not prevent disease transmission [avoid sex when sores are present]

Drink lots of fluids to prevent accumulation in kidneys

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51
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What is the brand name of cyclobenzaprine?

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Flexeril

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52
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What are the common strengths of of cyclobenzaprine?

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5mg and 10mg

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53
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What is the common frequency of taking cyclobenzaprine?

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QD, TID or PRN

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54
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What is the indication for taking cyclobenzaprine?

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Muscle spasm

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55
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What are some counseling tips and important information about cyclobenzaprine?

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Xerostomia (AKA dry mouth)

Dizziness

Drowsiness

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56
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What is the brand name of alprazolam?

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Xanax

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57
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What are common strengths of alprazolam?

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0.25mg, 0.5mg, 1mg and 2mg

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What is the common frequency of taking alprazolam?

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QD, TID or PRN

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59
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What is the indication for taking alprazolam?

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Panic disorder of anxiety

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60
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What are some counseling tips and important information about alprazolam?

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Confusion, drowsiness (excessive drowsiness with alcohol-avoid)

Do not stop suddenly if taking routinely

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What is the brand name of clonazepam?

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Klonopin

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What are common strengths of clonazepam?

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0.5mg, 1mg and 2mg

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What is the common frequency of taking clonazepam?

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QD, BID, TID or QID

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What is the indication for taking clonazepam?

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Panic disorder, seizure disorders, off label use for anxiety

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What are some counseling tips and important information about clonazepam?

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Drowsiness, fatigue, ataxia, behavioral problems.

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What is the brand name of levonorgestrel (OTC)?

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Plan B One step, EContra One-step

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What are common strengths of levonorgestrel (OTC)?

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1.5mg

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68
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What is the common frequency of taking levonorgestrel (OTC)?

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Take 1 tablet PO as soon as possible within 72 hours of unprotected sex

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69
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What is the indication for taking levonorgestrel (OTC)?

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Emergency post-coital contraception

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What are some counseling tips and important information about levonorgestrel (OTC)?

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Fatigue, no evidence of interactions with antibiotics.

Will not terminate an existing pregnancy.

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What are the brand names of medroxyprogesterone?

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Depo-Provera

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72
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What is the common strength of medroxyprogesterone?

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150mg/mL

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73
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What is the common frequency of taking medroxyprogesterone?

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150mg deep intramuscular injection in gluteal or deltoid muscle every 3 months.

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What is the indication for taking medroxyprogesterone?

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Contraception, Endometriosis pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, amenorrhea.

Claim to fame: no estrogen

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What are some counseling tips and important information about medroxyprogesterone?

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Can cause nervousness.

Administration by healthcare professional.

Don’t use more than 2 years due to potential bone loss.

Spotting or absent menses may result.

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What are the brand names for ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel?

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NuvaRing

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What are the common strengths of ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel?

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0.015mg/0.12mg 24 hours ER

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What is the common frequency of taking ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel?

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Insert one ring into vagina on or before day 5 of cycle and leave in for 3 weeks, then remove on week 4 and discard.

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What is the indication for taking ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel?

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Contraception

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What are some counseling tips and important information about ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel?

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If ring falls out, rinse with cool water and re-insert within 3 hrs.

Don’t remove for intercourse.

Ring is drug delivery device; Not a barrier.

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What is the brand name for ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin?

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Xulane

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What are the common strengths of ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin?

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0.53mg/4.86mg

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What is the common frequency of taking ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin?

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Apply 1 new patch each week for 3 weeks then week 4 is patch free.

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What is the indication for taking ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin?

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Contraception

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What are some counseling tips and important information about ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin?

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Side effects for ALL estrogen/progestin medications:

water retention (bloating, weight gain, breast tenderness)
upset stomach/nausea
headache

Adhesive may cause skin rash/rotate sites.

Do not cut patch.

Apply to butt, upper torso, stomach, or upper arm.

Non-FDA approved uses may include:
* Regulation of menstrual cycle
* Lessen menstrual flow
* Reduce painful menses

Products containing ethinyl estradiol:
↑ cardiovascular risk (DVT, PE, MI). Not
recommended for those: +35 years old, smoker, or history of stroke/blood clots.

Tips:
Some anti-convulsants [ex: divalproex,
lamotrigine] may ↓ effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives and/or ↑ increase chance of seizures

None of the medications on this list protect against HIV / AIDS / STDs

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What are the brand names of ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone?

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Yaz, Loryna and Jasmiel

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What are the common strengths of ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone?

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0.002mg/3mg

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What is the common frequency of taking ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone?

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Active tablet daily for 24 days then one inactive tablet daily for 4 days.

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What is the indication of ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone?

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Oral contraception.

Acne.

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder.

Claim to fame: Only 4 inactive days = shorter menstrual periods.

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What are some counseling tips and important information for ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone?

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Side effects for ALL estrogen/progestin medications:

Drospirenone lessens the water retention/weight gain side effects of estrogen
upset stomach/nausea
headache

Non-FDA approved uses may include:
* Regulation of menstrual cycle
* Lessen menstrual flow
* Reduce painful menses

Miss a dose?
Take as soon as possible or with next days’ dose; e.g., miss Monday, take 2 on Tuesday. If you miss 2 or more days, refer to package directions.

Products containing ethinyl estradiol:
↑ cardiovascular risk (DVT, PE, MI). Not
recommended for those: +35 years old, smoker, or history of stroke/blood clots.

Tips:
If OC not started day 1 of menses, use
additional non-drug form of contraception first week of therapy

Take same time each day for maximum
effectiveness

Some anti-convulsants [ex: divalproex,
lamotrigine] may ↓ effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives and/or ↑ increase chance of seizures

None of the medications on this list protect against HIV / AIDS / STDs

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What is the brand name of ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate?

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Loestrin Fe, Junel Fe, Microgestin Fe.

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What are the common strengths of
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate?

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0.02mg/1mg/75mg

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What is the common frequency of taking ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate?

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Take one active tablet daily for 21 days, then one iron tablet daily for 7 days.

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What are the indications for taking ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate?

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Oral contraception.

Acne.

Claim to fame: replaces iron lost during menses

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What are some counseling tips and important information for ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate?

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Side effects for ALL estrogen/progestin
medications:
*water retention (bloating, weight gain, breast tenderness)
* upset stomach/nausea
* headache

Non-FDA approved uses may include:
* Regulation of menstrual cycle
* Lessen menstrual flow
* Reduce painful menses

Miss a dose?
* Take as soon as possible or with next days’ dose; e.g., miss Monday, take 2 on Tuesday. If you miss 2 or more days, refer to package directions.

Products containing ethinyl estradiol:
* ↑ cardiovascular risk (DVT, PE, MI). Not
recommended for those: +35 years old, smoker, or history of stroke/blood clots.

Tips:
* If OC not started day 1 of menses, use
additional non-drug form of contraception first week of therapy
* Take same time each day for maximum effectiveness
* Some anti-convulsants [ex: divalproex,
lamotrigine] may ↓ effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives and/or ↑ increase chance of seizures
* None of the medications on this list protect against HIV / AIDS / STDs

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What are the brand names of ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate?

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Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Tri-sprintec, Tri-ViLibra

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97
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What are the common strengths of ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate?

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Three phases:

0.0035mg/0.18mg
0.0035mg/0.215mg
0.0035mg/0.25mg

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What is the common frequency for taking ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate?

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One first phase tablet daily for 7 days, then one second phase tablet daily for 7 days, then one third phase tablet for 7 days, then one inactive tablet daily for 7 days.

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What is the indication for ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate?

A

Oral contraception.

Acne.

Claim to fame:
triphasics mimic natural menstrual cycle

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What are some counseling tips and important information about ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate?

A

Side effects for ALL estrogen/progestin
medications:
*water retention (bloating, weight gain, breast tenderness)
* upset stomach/nausea
* headache

Non-FDA approved uses may include:
* Regulation of menstrual cycle
* Lessen menstrual flow
* Reduce painful menses

Miss a dose?
* Take as soon as possible or with next days’ dose; e.g., miss Monday, take 2 on Tuesday. If you miss 2 or more days, refer to package directions.

Products containing ethinyl estradiol:
* ↑ cardiovascular risk (DVT, PE, MI). Not
recommended for those: +35 years old, smoker, or history of stroke/blood clots.

Tips:
* If OC not started day 1 of menses, use
additional non-drug form of contraception first week of therapy
* Take same time each day for maximum effectiveness
* Some anti-convulsants [ex: divalproex,
lamotrigine] may ↓ effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives and/or ↑ increase chance of seizures
* None of the medications on this list protect against HIV / AIDS / STDs

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What is the brand name of loratadine (OTC)?

A

Claritin

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What are the common strengths of loratadine (OTC)?

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5mg and 10mg

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What is the common frequency of taking loratadine (OTC)?

A

QD

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104
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What are the indications for taking loratadine (OTC)?

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Allergy symptoms; runny
nose, watery eyes,
sneezing, drainage

Acute and chronic urticaria
(itching) and rash

Allergic reaction to
medication

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What some counseling tips and important information about loratadine (OTC)?

A

Can cause headache

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What is the brand name of diphenhydramine (OTC)?

A

Benadryl

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What are the common strengths of diphenhydramine (OTC)?

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12.5mg, 25mg and 50mg

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108
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What is the common frequency of taking diphenhydramine (OTC)?

A

q4-6h prn for
allergies

50 mg by mouth at
bedtime for sleep

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109
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What are the indications for taking diphenhydramine (OTC)?

A

Allergy symptoms; runny
nose, watery eyes,
sneezing, drainage
* Insomnia
* Itching
* Motion sickness

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What are the indications for taking diphenhydramine (OTC)?

A

Allergy symptoms; runny
nose, watery eyes,
sneezing, drainage
* Insomnia
* Itching
* Motion sickness

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111
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What some counseling tips and important information about diphenhydramine (OTC)?

A

Drowsiness
* Alcohol intensifies
drowsiness
* Paradoxical hyperactivity
in children
* Dry mouth

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112
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What is the brand name for fluticasone (OTC)?

A

Flonase

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113
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What are the common strengths of fluticasone (OTC)?

A

50 mcg/spray

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114
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What is the common frequency of taking fluticasone (OTC)?

A

2 sprays in each
nostril once daily

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115
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What are the indications for taking fluticasone (OTC)?

A

Chronic nasal allergy
symptoms

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116
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What some counseling tips and important information about
fluticasone (OTC)?

A

Gently shake before each
use

May take several days for
full effect

Headache

Sore throat

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117
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What is the brand name for montelukast?

A

Singulair

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118
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What are the common strengths of montelukast?

A

4mg, 5mg and 10mg

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119
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What is the common frequency of taking montelukast?

A

QD

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120
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What are the indications for taking montelukast?

A

Chronic nasal allergy
symptoms

Asthma

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121
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What some counseling tips and important information about montelukast?

A

Don’t use for an acute
asthma attack

Headache

Take dose in the evening
to enhance efficacy -
airways are more relaxed

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122
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What is the brand name for albuterol sulfate?

A

ProAir HFA, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA

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123
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What are the common strengths of albuterol sulfate?

A

90mcg/puff

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124
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What is the common frequency of taking albuterol sulfate?

A

puffs PO q4-6h as needed,

Prevention of
exercise induced
asthma: 2 puffs PO 15-30
minutes prior to exercise

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125
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What are the indications for taking albuterol sulfate?

A

Acute asthma symptoms

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126
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What some counseling tips and important information about albuterol sulfate?

A

Shake well

Increased heart rate

Clean mouthpiece with water regularly

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127
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What is the brand name for budesonide and formoterol?

A

Symbicort

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128
Q

What are the common strengths of
budesonide and formoterol?

A

80mcg/4.5mcg/
puff

160mcg/4.5mcg/
puff

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129
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What is the common frequency of taking budesonide and formoterol?

A

2 puffs PO twice daily

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130
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What are the indications for taking
budesonide and formoterol?

A

Asthma and COPD

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131
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What some counseling tips and important information about budesonide and formoterol?

A

Shake well

Rinse out mouth after each
use to prevent oral thrush

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132
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What is the brand name for benzonatate?

A

Tessalon

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133
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What are the common strengths of benzonatate?

A

100mg and 200mg

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134
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What is the common frequency of taking benzonatate?

A

TID

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135
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What are the indications for taking benzonatate?

A

Cough suppressant to relieve dry cough

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136
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What some counseling tips and important information about benzonatate?

A

Drowsiness

Do not chew (numbing and
choking)

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137
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What is the brand name for dextromethorphan (OTC)?

A

Delsym (OTC)

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138
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What are the common strengths of dextromethorphan (OTC)?

A

30mg/5mL

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139
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What is the common frequency of taking dextromethorphan (OTC)?

A

q12h

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140
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What are the indications for taking
dextromethorphan (OTC)?

A

Cough suppressant to
relieve dry cough

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141
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What some counseling tips and important information about dextromethorphan (OTC)?

A

Shake well

Potential for abuse - hallucinogen in high dose

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142
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What is the brand name for guaifenesin (OTC)?

A

Mucinex (OTC)

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143
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What are the common strengths of guaifenesin (OTC)?

A

600mg and 1200mg

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144
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What is the common frequency of taking guaifenesin (OTC)?

A

q12h

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145
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What are the indications for taking guaifenesin (OTC)?

A

Expectorant to loosen
chest congestion

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146
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What some counseling tips and important information about guaifenesin (OTC)?

A

Drink lots of water to thin
mucus

Nausea

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147
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What is the brand name for pseudoephedrine (BTC)?

A

Sudafed (BTC)

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148
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What are the common strengths of pseudoephedrine (BTC)?

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30mg, 120mg, 240mg

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149
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What is the common frequency of taking pseudoephedrine (BTC)?

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60mg q4-6h prn,
120mg q12h prn,
240mg q24h prn

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150
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What are the indications for taking pseudoephedrine (BTC)?

A

Nasal decongestant

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151
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What some counseling tips and important information about pseudoephedrine (BTC)?

A

Increased heart rate

Jitteriness

Insomnia

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152
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What is the brand name of amphetamine/dextroamphetamine?

A

Adderall, Adderall XR

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153
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What are the common strengths of amphetamine/dextroamphetamine?

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5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 25mg and 30mg

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154
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What is the common frequency of taking amphetamine/dextroamphetamine?

A

QD

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155
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What are the indications for taking amphetamine/dextroamphetamine?

A

ADHD or narcolepsy

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156
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What some counseling tips and important information about amphetamine/dextroamphetamine?

A

Take in AM due to insomnia

Weight loss from decreased appetite

Increases heart rate

Dry mouth

Headache

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157
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What is the brand name of methylphenidate?

A

Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Concerta

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158
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What are the common strengths of methylphenidate?

A

Ritalin:
-5mg
-10mg
-20mg

Concerta:
-18mg
-27mg
-36mg
-54mg

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159
Q

What is the common frequency of taking methylphenidate?

A

QD

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160
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What are the indications for taking methylphenidate?

A

ADHD and nacrolepsy

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161
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What some counseling tips and important information about methylphenidate?

A

Take in AM due to insomnia

Weight loss from decreased appetite

Increases heart rate

Dry mouth

Headache

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162
Q

What is the brand name of escitalopram?

A

Lexapro

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What are the common strengths of escitalopram?

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5mg, 10mg, 20mg

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What is the common frequency of taking escitalopram?

A

QD

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165
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What are the indications for taking escitalopram?

A

Depression or Anxiety

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166
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What some counseling tips and important information about escitalopram?

A

Headache

Insomnia or drowsiness

Sexual dysfunction

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167
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What is the brand name of venlafaxine?

A

Effexor, Effexor XR

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168
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What are the common strengths of venlafaxine?

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37.5mg, 75mg, 150mg and 225mg

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169
Q

What is the common frequency of taking venlafaxine?

A

QD

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170
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What are the indications for taking venlafaxine?

A

Depression

Anxiety

Panic disorder

Social phobia

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171
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What some counseling tips and important information about venlafaxine?

A

Headache

Insomnia or drowsiness

Dry mouth

Take with food if upset stomach

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172
Q

What is the brand name of fluoxetine?

A

Prozac or Sarafem

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173
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What are the common strengths of fluoxetine?

A

10mg, 20mg and 40mg

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174
Q

What is the common frequency of taking fluoxetine?

A

QD

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175
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What are the indications for taking fluoxetine?

A

Bipolar disorder

Bulimia nervosa

Major depressive disorder

OCD (obsessive compulsive
disorder)

Panic Disorder

Premenstrual dysphoric
disorder (PDD, Sarafem only)

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176
Q

What some counseling tips and important information about fluoxetine?

A

Sexual dysfunction

Anorexia

Diarrhea

Asthenia (lack of energy)

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Q

What is the brand name of duloxetine?

A

Cymbalta

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What are the common strengths of duloxetine?

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20mg, 30mg and 60mg

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179
Q

What is the common frequency of taking duloxetine?

A

QD

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180
Q

What are the indications for taking duloxetine?

A

Depression

Anxiety

Diabetic peripheral
neuropathic pain

Chronic musculoskeletal pain
(ex: fibromyalgia)

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181
Q

What some counseling tips and important information about duloxetine?

A

Insomnia or drowsiness

Take with food if upset stomach occurs

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182
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What is the brand name of sertraline?

A

Zoloft

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183
Q

What are the common strengths of sertraline?

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Zoloft:
25mg
50mg
100mg

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Q

What is the common frequency of taking sertraline?

A

Zoloft: QD

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What are the indications for taking sertraline?

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Zoloft:
Depression
Panic disorder
OCD
PTSD (Post traumatic stress
disorder)
PDD
Social phobia

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Q

What some counseling tips and important information about sertraline?

A

Zoloft:
Headache

Insomnia > drowsiness

Take with food if upset stomach occurs

Sexual dysfunction

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187
Q

What is the brand name of amitriptyline?

A

Elavil

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188
Q

What are the common strengths of amitriptyline?

A

10mg

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189
Q

What is the common frequency of taking amitriptyline?

A

QD at bedtime

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190
Q

What are the indications for taking amitriptyline?

A

Elavil:
Depression

NON-FDA approved uses
-chronic pain
-migraine prevention
-insomnia

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191
Q

What some counseling tips and important information about amitriptyline?

A

Drowsiness

Weight gain

Constipation

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Q

What is the brand name of trazodone?

A

Desyrel

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193
Q

What are the common strengths of trazodone?

A

50mg, 100mg, 150mg and 300mg

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194
Q

What is the common frequency of taking trazodone?

A

BID and TID for depression

50mg tablet QHS for insomnia

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195
Q

What are the indications for taking trazodone?

A

Depression

NON-FDA approved uses
-insomnia

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196
Q

What some counseling tips and important information about trazodone?

A

Drowsiness

Take with food to increase absorption

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197
Q

What is the brand name of bupropion?

A

Wellbutrin SR, Zyban, Wellbutrin XL

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198
Q

What are the common strengths of bupropion?

A

Wellbutrin SR and Zyban
100mg, 150mg, 200mg

Wellbutrin XR
150mg and 300mg

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199
Q

What is the common frequency of bupropion?

A

SR Dosing: One
tablet PO daily for 3-
7 days, then one bid

XL Dosing: One
150mg tablet daily
for 3-7 days, then
300mg tablet daily

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200
Q

What are the indications for taking bupropion?

A

Wellbutrin:
Depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Zyban:
Smoking Cessation

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201
Q

What some counseling tips and important information about bupropion?

A

Insomnia

Begin 1 week before patient intends to quit smoking

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202
Q

What is the brand name for aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) OTC?

A

Bayer Aspirin

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203
Q

What are the common strengths of aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) OTC?

A

81mg, 325mg, 500mg and 650mg

204
Q

What is the common frequency of taking aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) OTC?

A

Q4-6H PRN

MAX: 4000 mg/day for pain, fever and inflammation.

205
Q

What are the indication for aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) OTC?

A

Mild to moderate pain

Fever

Inflammation (arthritis, sprains)

Heart attack and stroke prevention

206
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) OTC?

A

Stomach upset - possible bleed/ ulceration

Take with food/milk

Do not give to children < 18 y.o. due
to risk of Reye’s Syndrome

Ringing in ears with high dose

207
Q

What is the brand name of ibuprofen (OTC)?

A

OTC:
Advil or Motrin IB

RX:
Motrin

208
Q

What are the common strengths of ibuprofen (OTC)?

A

OTC:
200mg

RX:
400mg
600mg
800mg

209
Q

What is the common frequency of ibuprofen (OTC)?

A

Q4-6H PRN

OTC MAX:
1200 mg/day

RX MAX:
3200 mg/day

210
Q

What are the indication for ibuprofen (OTC)?

A

Mild to moderate pain

Fever

Inflammation

211
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about ibuprofen (OTC)?

A

Stomach upset [possible
bleed/ulceration]

Take with food or milk

Avoid if history of heart problems

212
Q

What is the brand name of naproxen sodium (OTC)?

A

OTC:
Aleve

RX:
Anaprox
Anaprox DS

213
Q

What are the common strengths of naproxen sodium (OTC)?

A

OTC:
220mg

RX:
275mg
DS-550mg

214
Q

What is the common frequency of naproxen sodium (OTC)?

A

Q8-12H PRN

OTC MAX:
660 mg/day

RX MAX:
1650 mg/day

215
Q

What are the indication for naproxen sodium (OTC)?

A

Mild to moderate pain

Fever

Inflammation

216
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about naproxen sodium (OTC)?

A

Stomach upset [possible
bleed/ulceration]

Take with food or milk

Avoid if history of heart problems

217
Q

What is the brand name of meloxicam?

A

Mobic

218
Q

What are the common strengths of meloxicam?

A

7.5mg
15mg

219
Q

What is the common frequency of meloxicam?

A

QD

220
Q

What are the indication for meloxicam?

A

Moderate to severe pain in adults,
typically adjunct therapy with other
analgesics

Osteoarthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis

221
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about meloxicam?

A

Stomach upset [possible
bleed/ulceration]

Take with food or milk

Avoid if history of heart problems

222
Q

What is the brand name of methylprednisolone?

A

Medrol

223
Q

What are the common strengths of methylprednisolone?

A

2mg
4mg
8mg
16mg
32mg

224
Q

What is the common frequency of methylprednisolone?

A

QD

Dose pack: 21 tablets taken over a course of 6 days

225
Q

What are the indication for methylprednisolone?

A

Inflammation

Asthma exacerbation

Poison ivy

226
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about methylprednisolone?

A

Finish entire course

Take with food or milk to avoid
stomach upset

Take earlier in the day to avoid
insomnia

227
Q

What is the brand name of hydrocortisone (OTC)?

A

Ala-Cort
Anucort-HC
Instacort 5

228
Q

What are the common strengths of hydrocortisone (OTC)?

A

0.1%
0.2%
0.5%
1%
2.5%

229
Q

What is the common frequency of hydrocortisone (OTC)?

A

QD or BID

230
Q

What are the indication for hydrocortisone (OTC)?

A

Topical rash and itching (external)

Inflammation

Hemorrhoids (rectal)

231
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about hydrocortisone (OTC)?

A

Localized burning

232
Q

What is the brand name of acetaminophen (APAP), OTC?

A

Tylenol

233
Q

What are the common strengths of acetaminophen (APAP), OTC?

A

325mg
500mg

234
Q

What is the common frequency of acetaminophen (APAP), OTC?

A

Q4-6H PRN

MAX:
3000 mg/day

235
Q

What are the indication for acetaminophen (APAP), OTC?

A

Mild to moderate pain

Fever

236
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about acetaminophen (APAP), OTC?

A

APAP in many OTC and RX combo
products

Do not treat hangovers with APAP
due to potential liver toxicity

237
Q

What is the brand name of tramadol?

A

Ultram

238
Q

What are the common strengths of tramadol?

A

50mg

239
Q

What is the common frequency of tramadol?

A

Q4-6H PRN

240
Q

What are the indication for tramadol?

A

Moderate pain

241
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about tramadol?

A

Constipation
Drowsiness
Dizziness

242
Q

What is the brand name of hydrocodone/APAP (C2)?

A

Norco
Vicodin
Lortab

243
Q

What are the common strengths of hydrocodone/APAP (C2)?

A

Norco:
5mg/325mg
7.5mg/325mg
10mg/325mg

Vicodin
2.5mg/300mg
5mg/300mg
7.5mg/300mg
10mg/300mg

244
Q

What is the common frequency of hydrocodone/APAP (C2)?

A

Q4-6H PRN

MAX:
3000 mg APAP/day

245
Q

What are the indication for hydrocodone/APAP (C2)?

A

Moderate to severe pain

246
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about hydrocodone/APAP (C2)?

A

Stomach upset

Constipation

Drowsiness

Consider other APAP counseling tips

247
Q

What is the brand name of oxycodone (C2)?

A

Oxy IR
Oxycontin

248
Q

What are the common strengths of oxycodone (C2)?

A

5mg
10mg
15mg
20mg
30mg
40mg
60mg
80mg

249
Q

What is the common frequency of oxycodone (C2)?

A

Oxy IR: Q4-6H PRN

Oxycontin: BID

250
Q

What are the indication for oxycodone (C2)?

A

Severe pain

251
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about oxycodone (C2)?

A

Stomach upset

Constipation

Drowsiness

Do not crush or chew CR tablets

252
Q

What is the brand name of olanzapine?

A

Zyprexa

253
Q

What are the common strengths of olanzapine?

A

2.5, 5, 7.5, 10, 15, 20mg

254
Q

What is the common frequency of olanzapine?

A

QD

255
Q

What are the indication for olanzapine?

A

Bipolar Disorder

Schizophrenia

Treatment-resistant depression (with fluoxetine)

256
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about olanzapine?

A

Drowsiness

Weight gain

Increase blood sugar and/or cholesterol

Movement disorders (Muscle restlessness, stiffness, or spasms)

Decreased sex drive

257
Q

What is the brand name of quetiapine?

A

Seroquel

258
Q

What are the common strengths of quetiapine?

A

25, 50, 100, 150, 200mg

259
Q

What is the common frequency of quetiapine?

A

QD

260
Q

What are the indication for quetiapine?

A

Bipolar Disorder

Schizophrenia

Depression

261
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about quetiapine?

A

Drowsiness

Weight gain

Increased blood pressure, tachycardia

Increased appetite

Dizziness

262
Q

What is the brand name of aripiprazole?

A

Abilify

263
Q

What are the common strengths of aripiprazole?

A

2,5,10,15,20,30mg

264
Q

What is the common frequency of aripiprazole?

A

QD

265
Q

What are the indication for aripiprazole?

A

Bipolar Disorder

Schizophrenia

Treatment-resistant depression (adjunct)

Irritability associated with
autistic disorder

266
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about aripiprazole?

A

Drowsiness or Insomnia

Weight gain

Movement disorders

267
Q

What is the brand name of topiramate?

A

Topamax

268
Q

What are the common strengths of topiramate?

A

15, 25, 50, 100, 200mg

269
Q

What is the common frequency of topiramate?

A

BID

270
Q

What are the indication for topiramate?

A

Seizures

Migraine prevention

271
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about topiramate?

A

Dizziness/Drowsiness

Numbness/Tingling

Memory impairment

Weight loss due to decreased appetite
from nausea

272
Q

What is the brand name of pregabalin?

A

Lyrica

273
Q

What are the common strengths of pregabalin?

A

50,75,100,150,200mg

274
Q

What is the common frequency of pregabalin?

A

BID, TID

275
Q

What are the indication for pregabalin?

A

Neuropathic pain

Anxiety

Seizures

276
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about pregabalin?

A

Drowsiness/Dizziness

Headache

Blurred vision

Weight gain

277
Q

What is the brand name of gabapentin?

A

Neurontin

278
Q

What are the common strengths of gabapentin?

A

100, 300, 400, 600, 800mg

279
Q

What is the common frequency of gabapentin?

A

BID, TID

280
Q

What are the indication for gabapentin?

A

Neuropathic pain

Seizures

Anxiety

281
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about gabapentin?

A

Drowsiness/Dizziness

Uncoordinated muscle movements

282
Q

What is the brand name of lamotrigine?

A

Lamictal

283
Q

What are the common strengths of lamotrigine?

A

25, 100, 150, 200mg

284
Q

What is the common frequency of lamotrigine?

A

QD, BID

285
Q

What are the indication for
lamotrigine?

A

Seizures

Bipolar Disorder

286
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about lamotrigine?

A

Nausea/Vomiting

Drowsiness/Dizziness

Skin rash (Stevens-Johnson Syndrome)

Visual disturbances

287
Q

What is the brand name of divalproex sodium?

A

Depakote, Depakote ER

288
Q

What are the common strengths of divalproex sodium?

A

DR tabs
125, 250 and 500 mg

ER tabs
250 and 500 mg

289
Q

What is the common frequency of divalproex sodium?

A

DR: TID

ER: QD

290
Q

What are the indication for divalproex sodium?

A

Seizures

Bipolar Disorder

Migraine prevention

291
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about divalproex sodium?

A

Drowsiness/Dizziness

Tremor

Muscle weakness

Upset stomach - may take with food

292
Q

What is the brand name of zolpidem (C4)?

A

Ambien, Ambien CR

293
Q

What are the common strengths of zolpidem (C4)?

A

Ambien:
5, 10mg

Ambien CR:
6.25, 12.5mg

294
Q

What is the common frequency of zolpidem (C4)?

A

QHS

295
Q

What are the indication for zolpidem (C4)?

A

Insomnia (short term treatment)

296
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about zolpidem (C4)?

A

Take within 20 minutes of bedtime

Get > 8 hours of rest – May cause next
day drowsiness

Risk of abnormal sleep behaviors

297
Q

What is the brand name of temazepam (C4)?

A

Restoril

298
Q

What are the common strengths of temazepam (C4)?

A

7.5, 15, 22.5, 30mg

299
Q

What is the common frequency of temazepam (C4)?

A

QHS

300
Q

What are the indication for temazepam (C4)?

A

Insomnia

301
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about temazepam (C4)?

A

Take drug right before you get into bed

Get > 8 hours of rest - May cause next
day drowsiness

Headache

302
Q

What is the brand name of promethazine?

A

Phenergan

303
Q

What are the common strengths of promethazine?

A

12.5 mg, 25 mg, 50mg

304
Q

What is the common frequency of promethazine?

A

q4-6h prn

305
Q

What are the indication for promethazine?

A

Prevents and treats nausea/vomiting

Motion sickness

Allergies

306
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about promethazine?

A

Drowsiness/dizziness

Avoid alcohol

Sun sensitivity

307
Q

What is the brand name of ondansetron?

A

Zofran, Zofran ODT

308
Q

What are the common strengths of ondansetron?

A

4 mg and 8 mg

309
Q

What is the common frequency of ondansetron?

A

q8h prn

310
Q

What are the indication for ondansetron?

A

Prevent nausea/vomiting

Non-FDA approved for
treatment of vomiting

311
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about ondansetron?

A

Fatigue

Headache

Constipation or
diarrhea

312
Q

What is the brand name of omeprazole (OTC)?

A

Prilosec

313
Q

What are the common strengths of omeprazole (OTC)?

A

10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg

314
Q

What is the common frequency of omeprazole (OTC)?

A

QD

315
Q

What are the indication for omeprazole (OTC)?

A

Acid reflux/ indigestion

Prevention and treatment of ulcers

316
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about omeprazole (OTC)?

A

Works in 1 day,
up to 4 days for
full effect

Food delays
absorption so take
>1 hour before food

Separate from
antacids by 2 hours

317
Q

What is the brand name of famotidine (OTC)?

A

Pepcid AC

318
Q

What are the common strengths of famotidine (OTC)?

A

10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg

319
Q

What is the common frequency of famotidine (OTC)?

A

BID

320
Q

What are the indication for famotidine (OTC)?

A

Acid reflux/ indigestion

Prevention and
treatment of ulcers

321
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about famotidine (OTC)?

A

Works in 1 hour, up to 1 day for full effect

Can be taken with
antacids

322
Q

What is the brand name of magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone (OTC)?

A

Maalox

323
Q

What are the common strengths of magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone (OTC)?

A

200 mg/200mg/20mg per 5ml

324
Q

What is the common frequency of magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone (OTC)?

A

2-4 tsp PO QID PRN

325
Q

What are the indication for magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone (OTC)?

A

magnesium hydroxide,
aluminum hydroxide:
-Acid reflux/ indigestion

simethicone:
-Relief of gas pressure/
bloating

326
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone (OTC)?

A

Shake well

Works within minutes

Many drug-drug interactions

Constipation from aluminum

Diarrhea from magnesium and simethicone

327
Q

What is the brand name of calcium carbonate (OTC)?

A

Tums

328
Q

What are the common strengths of calcium carbonate (OTC)?

A

500mg and 750mg

329
Q

What is the common frequency of calcium carbonate (OTC)?

A

Chew 2-4 tablets prn

MAX: 7500 mg/day if
used for indigestion

MAX: 2500 mg/day
as supplement

330
Q

What are the indication for calcium carbonate (OTC)?

A

Calcium supplement

Acute acid reflux/indigestion

331
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about calcium carbonate (OTC)?

A

Constipation

Chew before swallowing

Do not use > 2 weeks for indigestion

332
Q

What is the brand name of docusate sodium (OTC)?

A

Colace

333
Q

What are the common strengths of docusate sodium (OTC)?

A

50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg

334
Q

What is the common frequency of docusate sodium (OTC)?

A

QD

335
Q

What are the indication for docusate sodium (OTC)?

A

Stool softener to relieve constipation

336
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about calcium docusate sodium (OTC)?

A

Works in 1-3 days

Take with water

Diarrhea, cramps

337
Q

What is the brand name of polyethylene glycol (PEG) (OTC)?

A

GoLYTELY or MiraLAX

338
Q

What are the common strengths of polyethylene glycol (PEG) (OTC)?

A

17g

339
Q

What is the common frequency of polyethylene glycol (PEG) (OTC)?

A

MiraLAX (laxative): 17g (1 capful) dissolved in 8 oz. of liquid PO once daily prn

GoLYTELY (colonoscopy prep): Mix with water to make 1 gallon, drink 8oz every 10 minutes

340
Q

What are the indication for calcium polyethylene glycol (PEG) (OTC)?

A

Osmotic laxative to relieve constipation

Bowel evacuant for colonoscopy prep (Non-FDA approved)

341
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about polyethylene glycol (PEG) (OTC)?

A

Laxative works in 1-3 days

Do not take laxative longer than 1 week
without MD approval

Colon prep works in 1 hr

Diarrhea, cramps, bloating

342
Q

What is the brand name for bisacodyl (OTC)?

A

Dulcolax

343
Q

What are the common strengths of bisacodyl (OTC)?

A

5 mg and 10 mg

344
Q

What is the common frequency of bisacodyl (OTC)?

A

Laxative: 5-15mg PO daily,
10mg rectally daily

Colonoscopy prep: 20-30mg dose

MAX: 30mg/day

345
Q

What are the indication for bisacodyl (OTC)?

A

Stimulant laxative to
relieve constipation

Bowel evacuant for
colonoscopy prep

346
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about bisacodyl (OTC)?

A

Oral dose works in 8 hrs

Suppository works within 15-60 minutes

Do not take longer than 1 week without MD approval

Diarrhea, cramps

347
Q

What is the brand name of loperamide (OTC)?

A

Imodium

348
Q

What are the common strengths of loperamide (OTC)?

A

2 mg

349
Q

What is the common frequency of loperamide (OTC)?

A

2 tablets PO after first loose stool, then 1 tablet after each subsequent loose stool

MAX:
8mg/day (OTC)
16mg/day (Rx)

350
Q

What are the indication for loperamide (OTC)?

A

Slows peristalsis to treat diarrhea

351
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about loperamide (OTC)?

A

Drowsiness

If diarrhea not improved in 2 days, call MD due to de-hydration risk

352
Q

What is the brand name of omega-3 fatty acid?

A

Lovaza

353
Q

What are the common strengths of omega-3 fatty acid?

A

1g

354
Q

What is the common frequency of omega-3 fatty acid?

A

4g once daily
2g twice daily

355
Q

What are the indication for omega-3 fatty acid?

A

Hypertriglyceridemia

Dietary supplement

356
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about omega-3 fatty acid?

A

Burping and taste disturbances

Swallow whole; do not open

Refrigerate to reduce taste and smell

357
Q

What is the brand name of fenofibrate?

A

Trilipix and Tricor

358
Q

What are the common strengths of fenofibrate?

A

45 mg, 48 mg, 138 mg, 145 mg

359
Q

What is the common frequency of fenofibrate?

A

QD

360
Q

What are the indication for fenofibrate?

A

Hypertriglyceridemia

361
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about fenofibrate?

A

Increased liver enzymes

Discontinue if gallstones form

Photosensitivity

362
Q

What is the brand name of atorvastatin?

A

Lipitor

363
Q

What are the common strengths of atorvastatin?

A

10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg and 80 mg

364
Q

What is the common frequency of atorvastatin?

A

QD

365
Q

What are the indication for atorvastatin?

A

Hyperlipidemia
Reduce LDL cholesterol
Reduce triglycerides
Increase HDL cholesterol

Cardiovascular disease
prevention

366
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about atorvastatin?

A

Increased liver enzymes

Report unusual muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark urine -
rhabdomyolysis

Avoid grapefruit juice (increased drug
concentration)

Contraindicated in pregnancy

Diarrhea

367
Q

What is the brand name of rosuvastatin?

A

Crestor

368
Q

What are the common strengths of rosuvastatin?

A

5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg

369
Q

What is the common frequency of rosuvastatin?

A

QD

370
Q

What are the indication for rosuvastatin?

A

Hyperlipidemia
Reduce LDL cholesterol
Reduce triglycerides
Increase HDL cholesterol

Cardiovascular disease
prevention

371
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about rosuvastatin?

A

Increased liver enzymes

Report unusual muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark urine -
rhabdomyolysis

Avoid grapefruit juice (increased drug
concentration)

Contraindicated in pregnancy

Diarrhea

372
Q

What is the brand name of ezetimibe?

A

Zetia

373
Q

What are the common strengths of ezetimibe?

A

10 mg

374
Q

What is the common frequency of ezetimibe?

A

QD

375
Q

What are the indication for ezetimibe?

A

Hyperlipidemia

376
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about ezetimibe?

A

Increased liver enzymes

Diarrhea

377
Q

What is the brand name of insulin lispro (rapid-acting)?

A

Humalog

378
Q

What are the common strengths of insulin lispro (rapid-acting)?

A

100 units/mL

379
Q

What is the common frequency of insulin lispro (rapid-acting)?

A

Individualized dosing - Inject 15 min before or immediately after meals

380
Q

What are the indications for insulin lispro (rapid-acting)?

A

Type 1 and 2 diabetes

381
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about insulin lispro (rapid-acting)?

A

Low blood sugar (sweating, nausea,
dizziness)

Refrigerate unopened vials

Discard after 28 days if at room temp

Let syringe reach room temp prior to
injection to avoid painful injection

Rotate injection sites

382
Q

What is the brand name of insulin glargine (long-acting)?

A

Lantus

383
Q

What are the common strengths of insulin glargine (long-acting)?

A

100 units/mL

384
Q

What is the common frequency of insulin glargine (long-acting)?

A

Individualized dosing

QD

385
Q

What are the indications for insulin glargine (long-acting)?

A

Type 1 and 2 Diabetes

386
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about insulin glargine (long-acting)?

A

Low blood sugar (sweating, nausea,
dizziness)

Refrigerate unopened vials

Discard after 28 days if at room temp

Let syringe reach room temp prior to
injection to avoid painful injection

Rotate injection sites

387
Q

What is the brand name of metformin?

A

Glucophage

388
Q

What are the common strengths of metformin?

A

500 mg, 850 mg and 1000 mg

389
Q

What is the common frequency of metformin?

A

BID or TID

MAX: 2550 mg/day

390
Q

What are the indications for metformin?

A

Type 2 Diabetes

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Weight loss

391
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about metformin?

A

Diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain

Take with food

Titrate dose up weekly (to reduce
stomach upset, diarrhea)

Long-term use can cause Vitamin B-12
deficiency

392
Q

What is the brand name of dapagliflozin?

A

Farxiga

393
Q

What are the common strengths of dapagliflozin?

A

5 mg and 10 mg

394
Q

What is the common frequency of dapagliflozin?

A

QD

395
Q

What are the indications for dapagliflozin?

A

Type 2 Diabetes

Chronic kidney disease

Heart failure with reduced
ejection fraction

396
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about dapagliflozin?

A

Urinary tract infection

Increased urine output

Decreased blood pressure

397
Q

What is the brand name of liraglutide?

A

Victoza and Saxenda

398
Q

What are the common strengths of liraglutide?

A

18 mg/3mL

399
Q

What is the common frequency of liraglutide?

A

0.6mg daily for 1 week, titrated up weekly to 1.8mg daily for diabetes,
3 mg daily for weight management

400
Q

What are the indications for liraglutide?

A

Type 2 diabetes

Weight management

401
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about liraglutide?

A

Low blood sugar (sweating, nausea,
dizziness)

Rotate injection sites

Diarrhea

Nausea

Headache

402
Q

What is the brand name of clopidogrel?

A

Plavix

403
Q

What are the common strengths of clopidogrel?

A

75 mg

404
Q

What is the common frequency of clopidogrel?

A

300 mg loading dose, 75 mg QD

405
Q

What are the indications for clopidogrel?

A

To reduce rate of heart attack and stroke

406
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about clopidogrel?

A

Avoid NSAIDs unless instructed due to
increased bleeding risk

Seek medical attention for unusual or
prolonged bleeding or bruising

Avoid abrupt discontinuation

407
Q

What is the brand name of warfarin?

A

Coumadin

408
Q

What are the common strengths of warfarin?

A

1, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.5, and 10 mg

409
Q

What is the common frequency of warfarin?

A

QD

410
Q

What are the indications for warfarin?

A

To prevent blood clots

Atrial fibrillation

411
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about warfarin?

A

Avoid NSAIDs unless instructed due to
increased bleeding risk

Seek medical attention for unusual or
prolonged bleeding or bruising

Avoid abrupt discontinuation

Keep dietary vitamin K (green leafy
vegetables) and alcohol consumption
consistent

Many drug interactions; discuss new meds with RPh

Take missed dose ASAP, but don’t double dose same day

412
Q

What is the brand name of rivaroxaban?

A

Xarelto

413
Q

What are the common strengths of rivaroxaban?

A

2.5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg and 20 mg

414
Q

What is the common frequency of rivaroxaban?

A

QD, BID

415
Q

What are the indications for rivaroxaban?

A

To prevent blood clots

Atrial fibrillation

416
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about rivaroxaban?

A

Seek medical attention for unusual or
prolonged bleeding or bruising

Gastroenteritis

Vomiting

Cough (pediatric patients)

417
Q

What is the brand name of furosemide?

A

Lasix

418
Q

What are the common strengths of furosemide?

A

20 mg, 40 mg and 80 mg

419
Q

What is the common frequency of furosemide?

A

QD and BID

420
Q

What are the indications for furosemide?

A

Edema (swelling)

Heart failure

Hypertension

421
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about furosemide?

A

Sun sensitivity

Decreased electrolytes (Ca++, K++, Mg++)

Dizziness upon standing

Avoid taking at bedtime - increases urination

422
Q

What is the brand name of spironolactone?

A

Aldactone

423
Q

What are the common strengths of spironolactone?

A

25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg

424
Q

What is the common frequency of spironolactone?

A

QD and BID

425
Q

What are the indications for spironolactone?

A

Heart failure
Hypertension

Non-FDA (more in younger population)
-Acne
-Hormone therapy

426
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about spironolactone?

A

Gynecomastia

Increased serum potassium

Diarrhea

Irregular menses

427
Q

What is the brand name of hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)?

A

Microzide

428
Q

What are the common strengths of hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)?

A

12.5 mg, 25 mg and 50 mg

429
Q

What is the common frequency of hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)?

A

QD

430
Q

What are the indications for hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)?

A

Edema

Hypertension

431
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)?

A

Sun sensitivity

Dizziness upon standing (due to orthostatic HTN)

Avoid taking at bedtime - increases urination

432
Q

What is the brand name of lisinopril?

A

Zestril or Prinivil

433
Q

What are the common strengths of lisinopril?

A

5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg and 40 mg

434
Q

What is the common frequency of lisinopril?

A

QD

435
Q

What are the indications for lisinopril?

A

Hypertension

Heart failure

Heart attack

Migraine prevention

436
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about lisinopril?

A

Avoid during pregnancy

Dizziness

Dry cough

Headache

Increases serum potassium

437
Q

What is the brand name of losartan?

A

Cozaar

438
Q

What are the common strengths of losartan?

A

25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg

439
Q

What is the common frequency of losartan?

A

QD

440
Q

What are the indications for losartan?

A

Hypertension

Heart failure

Diabetic nephropathy

441
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about losartan?

A

Avoid during pregnancy

Dizziness

Headache

Increases serum potassium

442
Q

What is. the brand name of amlodipine?

A

Norvasc

443
Q

What are the common strengths of amlodipine?

A

2.5 mg, 5 mg and 10 mg

444
Q

What is the common frequency of amlodipine?

A

QD

445
Q

What are the indications for amlodipine?

A

Hypertension

Management of angina (chest pain)

Raynaud’s phenomenon (circulation disorder where you get blue fingers and toes)

446
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about amlodipine?

A

Leg swelling (edema)

Headache

447
Q

What is the brand name of metoprolol tartrate?

A

Lopressor (immediate release)

448
Q

What are the common strengths of metoprolol tartrate?

A

IR:
25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg

449
Q

What is the common frequency of metoprolol tartrate?

A

BID

450
Q

What are the indications for metoprolol tartrate?

A

Hypertension

Post heart attack

Management of angina (IR only)

451
Q

What are some counseling tips and important information about metoprolol tartrate?

A

Dizziness

Fatigue (goes away within 7 days)

Take with food - better absorption

Lowers heart rate

Do not discontinue medication abruptly – increased cardiovascular risk

452
Q

What is the brand name of metoprolol succinate?

A

Toprol XL (extended release)

453
Q

What are the common strengths of metoprolol succinate?

A

XL:
25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg and 200 mg

454
Q

What is the common frequency of metoprolol succinate?

A

QD

455
Q

What are the indications of metoprolol succinate?

A

Hypertension

Post heart attack

Heart failure (XL only)

456
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for metoprolol succinate?

A

Dizziness

Fatigue (goes away within 7 days)

Take with food - better absorption

Lowers heart rate

Do not discontinue medication abruptly – increased cardiovascular risk

457
Q

What is the brand name for levothyroxine?

A

Levoxyl, Synthroid and Tirosint

458
Q

What are the common strengths of levothyroxine?

A

25mcg,
50mcg,
75mcg,
88mcg,
100mcg,
112mcg,
125mcg,
137mcg,
150mcg,
175mcg,
200mcg

459
Q

What is the common frequency of levothyroxine?

A

QD

460
Q

What are the indications of levothyroxine?

A

Hypothyroidism

461
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for levothyroxine?

A

Take with water at least 30 minutes
before breakfast to increase
absorption

Take the same way everyday

Take >4 hours apart from antacids and iron

May take several weeks to see
symptoms improve

462
Q

What is the brand name for tamsulosin?

A

Flomax

463
Q

What are the common strengths of tamsulosin?

A

0.4 mg

464
Q

What is the common frequency of tamsulosin?

A

QD

465
Q

What are the indications of tamsulosin?

A

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Ureteral stone expulsion

466
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for tamsulosin?

A

Take 30 minutes after the same
meal each day to increase absorption

Orthostatic hypotension

Headache

Dizziness

467
Q

What is the brand name for tolterodine?

A

Detrol LA

468
Q

What are the common strengths of tolterodine?

A

2 mg and 4 mg

469
Q

What is the common frequency of tolterodine?

A

QD

470
Q

What are the indications of tolterodine?

A

Overactive bladder

471
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for tolterodine?

A

Constipation

Dry mouth

Headache

472
Q

What is the brand name of donepezil?

A

Aricept

473
Q

What are the common strengths of donepezil?

A

5 mg, 10 mg and 23 mg

474
Q

What is the common frequency of donepezil?

A

QHS

MAX: 23 mg/day

475
Q

What are the indications of donepezil?

A

Alzheimer’s disease and dementia

476
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for donepezil?

A

Nausea

Diarrhea

Risk of stomach bleed with NSAIDs

Prolonged QT interval

477
Q

What is the brand name of alendronate?

A

Fosamax

478
Q

What are the common strengths of alendronate?

A

5 mg, 10 mg, 35 mg and 70 mg

479
Q

What is the common frequency of alendronate?

A

Q weekly

480
Q

What are the indications of alendronate?

A

Osteoporosis (OP)

481
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for alendronate?

A

Take 30 minutes before breakfast to
increase absorption

Ensure adequate Ca and Vit. D
intake

Take with 8 oz of water and remain
upright for 30 minutes

Report heartburn or bone pain to
physician

482
Q

What is the brand name of allopurinol?

A

Zyloprim

483
Q

What are the common strengths of allopurinol?

A

100 mg and 300 mg

484
Q

What is the common frequency of allopurinol?

A

QD

MAX: 800mg/day

485
Q

What are the indications of allopurinol?

A

Gout

486
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for allopurinol?

A

Report rash to prescriber if it occurs

May cause nausea and/or diarrhea

Gout attacks may be more frequent
in early therapy

487
Q

What is the brand name of oseltamivir?

A

Tamiflu

488
Q

What are the common strengths of oseltamivir?

A

30 mg, 45 mg and 75 mg

489
Q

What is the common frequency of oseltamivir?

A

Flu Prevention:
One capsule once daily for 10 days

Flu Treatment:
One capsule twice daily for 5 days

490
Q

What are the indications of oseltamivir?

A

Influenza prevention or treatment

491
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for oseltamivir?

A

Nausea/vomiting

Headache

Does not replace influenza vaccine

Must initiate within 48 hours of
onset of symptoms

492
Q

What is the brand name of ferrous sulfate (OTC)?

A

Slow Fe and FeroSul

493
Q

What are the common strengths of ferrous sulfate (OTC)?

A

325 mg (65 mg elemental iron meaning 20% of the dose absorbed)

494
Q

What is the common frequency of ferrous sulfate (OTC)?

A

QD, BID and TID

495
Q

What are the indications of ferrous sulfate (OTC)?

A

Iron deficiency

Dietary supplement

496
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for ferrous sulfate (OTC)?

A

Best absorbed on empty stomach,
but take with food if stomach upset
occurs

Separate 2 hours before or after
other medications

Black stools

Constipation common

497
Q

What is the brand name of sumatriptan?

A

Imitrex

498
Q

What are the common strengths of sumatriptan?

A

25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg

499
Q

What is the common frequency of sumatriptan?

A

One tablet PO at first sign of migraine, may repeat once in 2 hours if no relief

MAX: 200mg/day

500
Q

What are the indications of sumatriptan?

A

Acute treatment of migraine

Cluster headache

501
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for sumatriptan?

A

Tingling, dizziness common

Avoid if history of cardiovascular
disease

Overuse (more than 10 days per
month) may worsen or increase
frequency of headaches

502
Q

What is the brand name of Tadalafil?

A

Cialis

503
Q

What are the common strengths of tadalafil?

A

2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg

504
Q

What is the common frequency of tadalafil?

A

QD

505
Q

What are the indications of tadalafil?

A

Erectile dysfunction

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Pulmonary hypertension

506
Q

What are some tips and counseling points for tadalafil?

A

Do not take more than once daily

Avoid alcohol due to risk of low
blood pressure

Avoid grapefruit juice or lower
dose/frequency of tadalafil use

Headache and flushing

Report sudden loss of hearing or
vision and discontinue use

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