Medications Flashcards
To become familiar with the medications and their side effects on the VA1 ECC list
Acepromazine is prescribed for?
Sedation, also helps with nausea
Common side effects of acepromazine
Profound sedation, hypotension, weakness
Amoxicillin is what type of drug?
Antibiotic
What should you tell the client about administering amoxicillin at home?
Give with food, finish all meds
What are some common side effects of amoxicillin?
Nausea, diarrhea, inappetence
When might amoxicillin be prescribed?
In case of infection
What is the brand name for amoxicillin with clavulanic acid?
Clavamox
Is Amoxicillin the same as Clavamox?
No, Clavamox contains clavulanic acid - which helps the amoxicillin function
Is Clavamox the same as the human drug Augmentin?
No, the ratio of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid are different
What must you tell a client who is going to administer Clavamox at home?
Always give with food, finish all medications, the medication is light sensitive, liquid must be kept in the fridge
What are some possible side effects of Clavamox?
May cause vomiting, diarrhea, inappetence. Less likely if pet eating full meals.
What type of medication is Clavamox / what is its use?
Antibiotic
What is the major brand name for carprofen?
Rimadyl
What does NSAID mean?
Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
What type of drug is Rimadyl
an NSAID
What do NSAIDs do? Why are they prescribed?
Reduce inflammation, prescribed for injury or pain
Name some NSAIDs used in the hospital
Rimadyl (carprofen), Onsior (robenacoxib), Metacam (meloxicam)
If a client is going to administer carprofen (or any NSAID) at home, what should they know?
Give with food, stop use & contact DVM if GI symptoms occur, never give on empty stomach. Do NOT give with any other NSAIDS or steroids.
What are some common side effects of carprofen (or other NSAIDs)?
Diarrhea, vomiting, inappetence, liver or kidney changes
What kind of drug is cephalexin?
Antibiotic
What must you tell an owner who is going to administer cephalexin at home?
Give with food, finish all medications
What are some common side effects of cephalexin?
Inappetence, vomiting, diarrhea
What is the brand name for diphenhydramine?
Benedryl
What type of medication is diphenhydramine?
Antihistamine - helps with allergic reaction
What are common side effects of diphenhydramine?
Usually sedation, may cause paradoxical excitement
If an owner is going to pick up diphenhydramine at the store, what should you tell them?
Do NOT get anything that has xylitol in it. Do not get anything with any active ingredients other than diphenhydramine. Stay away from anything that says ‘cold and sinus’
What is the brand name of enrofloxacin?
Baytril
What type of medication is enrofloxacin?
Antibiotic
If an owner is going to administer diphenhydramine at home, do you need to tell them anything about the medication?
May cause sedation, rarely excitement
What are common side effects of enrofloxacin?
Vomiting, diarrhea, inappetence. Rarely neurologic side effects including seizures.
What should you tell an owner about administering enrofloxacin at home?
Give with a meal, finish all medications. May cause GI side effects.
What is the brand name for famotidine?
Pepcid
What type of medication is famotidine?
Antacid. H2 receptor antagonist.
Why might famotidine be prescribed?
GI upset - vomiting, regurgitation, inappetence
If you are going to send a client home with famotidine, should you tell them anything?
They may need to separate dosing famotidine from other medications or foods
What are common side effects of famotidine?
GI upset - vomiting, regurgitation, inappetence
What is the brand name for maropitant?
Cerenia
What type of medication is maropitant?
Anti-emetic (stops vomiting)
What are some side effects of maropitant?
May occasionally cause mild sedation or lethargy
What type of drug is metronidazole?
An antibiotic and antiprotozoal
Why is metronidazole prescribed?
For infection and/or protozoal infestation
What is the brand name of metronidazole?
Flagyl
What is the brand name of omeprazole?
Prilosec
What type of medication is omeprazole?
Antacid; Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)
What should you tell a client going home with omeprazole?
They may need to separate giving omeprazole from other foods or medications
What are some common side effects of omeprazole?
May cause GI side effects
What type of medication is prednisolone?
Glucocorticoid (steroid)
What type of medication is prednisone?
Glucocorticoid (steroid)
Are prednisolone and prednisone the same medication?
No. Prednisolone does not have to be converted to active form, prednisone is converted in the body to prednisolone.
Your patient is going home with prednisolone, is it likely a cat or dog?
A cat. Cats cannot convert prednisone into the active form - prednisolone.
What are some common side effects of prednisone and prednisolone?
Excessive thirst & urination, excessive hunger, possible behavior changes, GI upset
What must you tell a client who is going home with prednisone or prednisolone?
Ensure patient has access to fresh water, may need to urinate more than usual, monitor for GI signs. Make sure you taper this medication as directed (or continue dosage without stopping as per direction)
