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Medications Flashcards

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Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS)

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  • Most commonly perscribed medication for pain relief
  • Examples:
    • Ibuprofen (Motrin)
    • Naproxen (Aleve)
    • Salsalate (Discalced)
    • Indomethacin (Indocin)
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Calcium Channel Blocking Agents

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  • Inhibit Flow of Calcium Ions
  • Decreases HR/Contractility
  • Dilate Coronary Arteries
  • Reduces BP
  • Controls Arrhythmias/Chest Pain
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Muscle Relaxants

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  • Acts on CNS by depressing internuncial neurons
  • Common Examples
    • Cyclobenzaprine HCL (Flexeril)
    • Methocarbamol (Robaxin)
    • Carisoprodol (Soma)
  • Adverse Side Effects:
    • Drowsiness
    • Lethargy
    • Ataxia
    • Decreased Alterness
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DMARDs

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  • Treatment for Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Antirheumatic Drug
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Nitrates

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  • Decrease Preload
  • Increase Peripheral Vasodilation
  • Reduces Myocardial O2 Demand
  • Reduces Chest Discomfort (Angina)
  • May Dilate Coronary Arteries/Improve Blood Flow
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Digitalis

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  • Increases Contractility
  • Decrease HR
  • Mainstay in Treatment of CHF
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Antiarrhythmics

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  • Alters Conductivity
  • Restore Normal Heart Rhythm
  • Controls Arrhythmias
  • Improves Cardiac Output
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Beta-Adrenergic Blocking Agents

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  • Olol’s
  • Reduces:
    • Myocardial Demand
    • HR/Contractility
    • BP
  • Controls Arrhythmias/Chest Pain
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Diuretics

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  • Decrease Myocardial Work
    • Reduces Pre/After Load
  • Controls Hypertension
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PD Medication

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  • Sinemet (Levodopa/Carbidopa)
    • Timed
    • More effective in low-protein diet
  • Side effects
    • Nausia/Vomiting
    • Orthostatic Hypotension
    • Dyskinesias
    • Hallucinations (common)
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MS Medication

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  • Immunosuppressants
    • Shortens duration of episode
  • Interferon
    • Slows progression
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Angiotension II Receptor Blockers

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  • ARBs
  • Blocks binder of angiotension II at tissue/smooth muscle level
  • Decreases BP
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Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

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  • Analgesic when NSAIDs are contraindicated
  • Acts on CNS, has antipyretic capabilities
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ACE Inhibitors

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  • Prils
  • Inhibits conversion of Angiotension I to Angiotension II
  • Decreases:
    • Sodium Retention
    • Vasoconstriction
    • BP
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Side Effects of Antidepressants

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  • Postural Hypotension
  • Fainting
  • Confusion
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Antiepileptic Medications

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  • Phenytoin (Dilantin)
  • Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
  • Phenobarbital

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