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doxycycline brand names?

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Vibramycin, Adoxa, Monodox

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doxycycline common strengths?

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

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doxycycline common frequency?

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q12h

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doxycycline indications/use?

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Treatment of: RTI, UTI, Acne and Skin Infections, STI

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doxycycline counseling/important info?

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Sun-sensitivity; sunscreen/avoid tanning beds
Take w/ food to avoid upset stomach
Do NOT take w/ food containing Ca++, Fe++, Mg++, or Zn++ within 2 hrs before or after
May decrease OC effectiveness, use additional form of BC during and 1 week after last dose

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amoxicillin brand name?

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Amoxil

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amoxicillin common strengths?

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250mg, 500mg, 875mg

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amoxicillin common frequency?

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q8h, q12h

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amoxicillin indications/use?

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Treatment of: RTI, UTI, STI, Ear/Nose/Throat and Skin infections

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amoxicillin counseling/important info?

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May decrease OC effectiveness
Contraindicated if penicillin allergy

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cephalexin brand name?

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Keflex

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cephalexin common strengths?

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250mg, 500mg

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cephalexin common frequency?

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q6h, q8h

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cephalexin indications/use?

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Treatment of: RTI, UTI, ENT, Skin, and Bone infections

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cephalexin counseling/important info?

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Do NOT take vitamins/medications containing Zn++ for at least 3 hrs after dose
Contraindicated if cephalosporin allergy
Caution if penicillin allergy

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azithromycin brand name?

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Zithromax, Z-Pak, Tri-Pak

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azithromycin common strengths?

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250mg, 500mg

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azithromycin common frequency?

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Z-Pak: Two 250mg tabs PO on day 1, then one tab on days 2-5 (q24h)

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azithromycin indications/use?

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Treatment of: RTI, STI, ENT, Skin, and Eye infections

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azithromycin counseling/important info?

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Do NOT take with Al++ or Mg++ antacids
QTc prolongation occurs rarely
Contraindicated if macrolide allergy

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ciprofloxacin brand name?

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Cipro, Ciloxan

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ciprofloxacin common strenghts?

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250mg, 500mg, 750mg

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ciprofloxacin common frequency?

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q12h

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ciprofloxacin indications/use?

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Treatment of: STI, prostatitis, skin/bone infections, pneumonia, complicated UTI/RTI/abdominal infections

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ciprofloxacin counseling/important info?

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QTc prolongation occurs rarely
Do NOT take food/meds containing Ca++, Fe++ within 2 hrs before or after dose
Sun-sensitivity
May increase caffeine sensitivity
Contraindicated if fluoroquinolone allergy

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sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP) brand name?

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Bactrim DS

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sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP) common strengths?

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800mg/160mg

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sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP) common frequency?

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q12h

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sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP) indications/use?

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Treatment of: RTI, UTI, HIV-associated infections

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sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP) counseling/important info?

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Sun-sensitivity
Take with at least 8oz water
Contraindicated if sulfa allergy

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nitrofurantoin brand name?

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Macrobid, Macrodantin

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nitrofurantoin common strengths?

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100mg

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nitrofurantoin common frequency?

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q12h

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nitrofurantoin indications/use?

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Treatment of: UTI

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nitrofurantoin counseling/important info?

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Orange/brown urine is expected
Do NOT take food/meds containing Mg++ within 2 hrs before or after dose
Take with food to increase absorption

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metronidazole brand name?

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Flagyl

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metronidazole common strengths?

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250mg, 500mg

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metronidazole common frequency?

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q6h, q8h, q12h

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metronidazole indications/use?

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Treatment of: abscess, vaginosis, GI tract infections, STI

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metronidazole counseling/important info?

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Contraindicated: Alcohol use during and for 3 days following last dose
Metallic taste in mouth
Headache common adverse effect

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fluconazole brand name?

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Diflucan

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fluconazole common strengths?

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100mg, 150mg 200mg

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43
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fluconazole common frequency?

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q24h, single dose for vaginosis

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44
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fluconazole indications/use?

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Treatment of fungal infections: Mouth (thrush), Skin, Vagina, HIV-associated

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fluconazole counseling/important info?

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QTc prolongation occurs rarely
Report any new skin rash to the prescriber

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valacyclovir brand name?

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Valtrex

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47
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valacyclovir common strengths?

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500mg, 1 gram

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48
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valacyclovir common frequency?

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q8h, q12h, q24h

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49
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valacyclovir indications/use?

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Treatment of herpes viral infections of: genitals, cold sores, shingles

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valacyclovir counseling/important info?

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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 the kidneys

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51
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ethinyl estradiol/ norgestimate brand name?

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Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Tri-Sprintec, Tri-ViLibra

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52
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ethinyl estradiol/ norgestimate common strenghts?

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0.035mg/0.18mg, 0.035mg/0.215mg, 0.035mg/0.25mg

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53
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ethinyl estradiol/ norgestimate common frequency?

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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 daily for 7 days, then one inactive tablet daily for 7 days.

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54
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ethinyl estradiol/ norgestimate indications/use?

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Oral contraception, acne

Claim to fame: tri-phasics mimic natural menstrual cycle

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55
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Contraceptive medications counseling/important info?

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Water retention (bloating, weight gain, breast tenderness)
Upset stomach/nausea
Headache

Non-FDA uses: regulation of menstrual cycle, lessen menstrual flow, reduce painful menses

Miss a dose: take ASAP or with next day’s dose; if you miss 2 or more days, refer to package directions

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ethinyl estradiol medication counseling/important info?

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Increased cardiovascular risk (DVT, PE, MI); not recommended for those +35 y/o, smokers, or history of stroke/blood clots

Tips: If OC not started on day 1 of menses, use additional non-drug form of contraception for first week of therapy
Take same time every day for max effectiveness
Some anti-convulsant medications may decrease effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives and/or increase chance of seizure
None of these meds protect against HIV/AIDS/STDs

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57
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ethinyl estradiol/ norethindrone/ ferrous fumarate brand name?

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Loestrin Fe 1/20, Junel Fe, Microgestin Fe

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ethinyl estradiol/ norethindrone/ ferrous fumarate common strengths?

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0.02mg/1mg/75mg

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ethinyl estradiol/ norethindrone/ ferrous fumarate common frequency?

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

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ethinyl estradiol/ norethindrone/ ferrous fumarate indications/use?

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Oral contraception, acne

Claim to fame: replaces iron lost during menses

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ethinyl estradiol/ drospirenone brand name?

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Yaz, Loryna, Jasmiel

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ethinyl estradiol/ drospirenone common strengths?

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0.02mg/3mg

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ethinyl estradiol/ drospirenone common frequency?

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Take one active tablet for 24 days, then one inactive tablet for 4 days

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ethinyl estradiol/ drospirenone indications/use?

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Oral contraception, acne, premenstrual dysphoric disorder

Claim to fame: only 4 inactive days means shorter menstrual periods

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ethinyl estradiol/ norelgestromin brand name?

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Xulane

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ethinyl estradiol/ norelgestromin common strengths?

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0.53mg/4.86mg

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ethinyl estradiol/ norelgestromin common frequency?

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

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ethinyl estradiol/ norelgestromin indications/use?

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Contraception

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ethinyl estradiol/ norelgestromin counseling/important info?

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Same side effect profile as oral contraceptives but more common
Adhesive may cause skin rash - rotate sites
Do not cut patch
Apply to butt, upper torso, stomach, upper arm

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ethinyl estradiol/ etonogestrel brand name?

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NuvaRing

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ethinyl estradiol/ etonogestrel common strengths?

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0.015mg/0.12mg/24 hours ER

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ethinyl estradiol/ etonogestrel common frequency?

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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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ethinyl estradiol/ etonogestrel indications/use?

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Contraception

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ethinyl estradiol/ etonogestrel counseling/important info?

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If it falls out, rinse with cool water and re-insert within 3 hours
Don’t remove for intercourse
Ring is drug delivery device, not a barrier

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medroxyprogesterone brand name?

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Depo-Provera

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medroxyprogesterone common strengths?

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150mg/ml

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medroxyprogesterone common frequency?

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

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medroxyprogesterone indications/use?

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Contraception, Endometriosis pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, amenorrhea

Claim to fame: no estrogen

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medroxyprogesterone counseling/important info?

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Nervousness
Administration by healthcare professional
Don’t use > 2 years due to potential bone loss
Spotting or absent menses may result

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levonorgestrel (OTC) brand name?

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Plan B One-Step, EContra One-Step

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levonorgestrel (OTC) common strengths?

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1.5mg

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levonorgestrel (OTC) common frequency?

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Take 1 tablet ASAP within 72 hours of unprotected sex

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levonorgestrel (OTC) indications/use?

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Emergency post-coital contraception

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levonorgestrel (OTC) counseling/important info?

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Same side effects as oral contraceptives but more common
Fatigue
No evidence of interaction w/ antibiotics
Will NOT terminate an existing pregnancy

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clonazepam brand name?

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Klonopin

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clonazepam common strengths?

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0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg

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clonazepam common frequency?

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QD, BID, TID, QID

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clonazepam indications/use?

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Panic disorder
Seizure disorders

Off label use: anxiety

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clonazepam counseling/important info?

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Drowsiness
Fatigue
Ataxia
Behavioral problems

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alprazolam brand name?

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Xanax

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alprazolam common strengths?

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0.25mg, 0.5mg 1mg, 2mg

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alprazolam common frequency?

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BID, TID, or PRN

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alprazolam indications/use?

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Panic disorder
Anxiety

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alprazolam counseling/important info?

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Confusion
Drowsiness
Excessive drowsiness with alcohol - avoid
Do NOT stop taking drug suddenly if taking routinely

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cyclobenzaprine brand name?

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Flexeril

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cyclobenzaprine common strengths?

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5mg, 10mg

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97
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cyclobenzaprine common frequency?

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QD, TID, or PRN

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98
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cyclobenzaprine indications/use?

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Muscle spasm

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99
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cyclobenzaprine counseling/important info?

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Dry mouth (xerostomia)
Dizziness
Drowsiness

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loratadine (OTC) brand name?

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loratadine (OTC) common strenghts?

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loratadine (OTC) common frequency?

103
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loratadine (OTC) indications/use?

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Allergy symptoms: runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, drainage
Acute and chronic urticaria (itching) and rash

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loratadine (OTC) counseling/important info?

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diphenhydramine (OTC) brand name?

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diphenhydramine (OTC) common strengths?

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12.5mg, 25mg 50mg

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diphenhydramine (OTC) common frequency?

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q4-6h prn for allergies
50mg PO at bedtime for sleep

108
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diphenhydramine (OTC) indications/use?

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

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diphenhydramine (OTC) counseling/important info?

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Drowsiness
Alcohol intensifies drowsiness
Paradoxical hyperactivity in children
Dry mouth

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fluticasone (OTC) brand name?

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fluticasone (OTC) common strengths?

112
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fluticasone (OTC) common frequency?

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2 sprays in each nostril once daily

113
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fluticasone (OTC) indications/use?

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Chronic nasal allergy symptoms

114
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fluticasone (OTC) counseling/important info?

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Gently shake before each use
May take several days for full effect
Headache
Sore throat

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montelukast brand name?

116
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montelukast common strengths?

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4mg, 5mg, 10mg

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montelukast common frequency?

118
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montelukast indications/use?

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Chronic nasal allergy symptoms
Asthma

119
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montelukast counseling/important info?

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Don’t use for acute asthma attacks
Headache
Take dose in the evening to increase efficacy - airways are more relaxed

120
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albuterol sulfate brand name?

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ProAir HFA, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA

121
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albuterol sulfate common strengths?

122
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albuterol sulfate common frequency?

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2 puffs PO q4-6h prn
Prevention of exercise induced asthma: 2 puffs PO 15-30 mins before exercise

123
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albuterol sulfate indications/use?

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Acute asthma symptoms

124
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albuterol sulfate counseling/important info?

A

Shake well
Increased heart rate

125
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budesonide and formoterol brand name?

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budesonide and formoterol common strengths?

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80mcg/4.5mcg, 160mcg/4.5mcg

127
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budesonide and formoterol common frequency?

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2 puffs twice daily

128
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budesonide and formoterol indications/use?

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Asthma, COPD

129
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budesonide and formoterol counseling/important info?

A

Shake well
Rinse out mouth after each use to prevent oral thrush

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benzonatate brand name?

131
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benzonatate common strengths?

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100mg, 200mg

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benzonatate common frequency?

133
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benzonatate indications/use?

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Cough suppressant to relieve dry cough

134
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benzonatate counseling/important info?

A

Drowsiness
Do not chew (numbing and choking)

135
Q

dextromethorphan (OTC) brand name?

A

Delsym (OTC)

136
Q

dextromethorphan (OTC) common strengths?

137
Q

dextromethorphan (OTC) common frequency?

138
Q

dextromethorphan (OTC) indications/use?

A

Cough suppressant to relieve dry cough

139
Q

dextromethorphan (OTC) counseling/important info?

A

Shake well
Potential for abuse - hallucinogen in high dose

140
Q

guaifenesin (OTC) brand name?

A

Mucinex (OTC)

141
Q

guaifenesin (OTC) common strengths?

A

600mg, 1200mg

142
Q

guaifenesin (OTC) common frequency?

143
Q

guaifenesin (OTC) indications/use?

A

Expectorant to loosen chest congestion

144
Q

guaifenesin (OTC) counseling/important info?

A

Drink lots of water to thin mucus
Nausea

145
Q

pseudoephedrine (BTC) brand name?

A

Sudafed (BTC)

146
Q

pseudoephedrine (BTC) common strengths?

A

30mg, 120mg, 240mg

147
Q

pseudoephedrine (BTC) common frequency?

A

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

148
Q

pseudoephedrine (BTC) indications/use?

A

Nasal decongestant

149
Q

pseudoephedrine (BTC) counseling/important info?

A

Increased heart rate
Jitters
Insomnia

150
Q

amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine (C-II) brand names?

A

Adderall, Adderall XR

151
Q

amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine (C-II) common strengths?

A

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

152
Q

amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine (C-II) common frequency?

153
Q

amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine (C-II) indications/use?

A

ADHD, narcolepsy

154
Q

amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine (C-II) counseling/important info?

A

Take in AM due to insomnia
Weight loss from decreased appetite
Increased heart rate
Dry mouth
Headache

155
Q

methylphenidate (C-II) brand name?

A

Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Concerta

156
Q

methylphenidate (C-II) common strengths?

A

Ritalin: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg
Concerta: 18mg, 27mg, 36mg, 54mg

157
Q

methylphenidate (C-II) common frequency?

158
Q

methylphenidate (C-II) indications/use?

A

ADHD, narcolepsy

159
Q

methylphenidate (C-II) counseling/important info?

A

Take in AM due to insomnia
Weight loss from decreased appetite
Increased heart rate
Dry mouth
Headache

160
Q

escitalopram brand name?

161
Q

escitalopram common strengths?

A

5mg, 10mg, 20mg

162
Q

escitalopram common strengths?

A

5mg, 10mg, 20mg

163
Q

escitalopram common frequency?

164
Q

escitalopram indications/use?

A

Depression, anxiety

165
Q

escitalopram counseling/important info?

A

Headache, insomnia or drowsiness, sexual dysfunction

166
Q

venlafaxine brand name?

A

Effexor, Effexor XR

167
Q

venlafaxine common strengths?

A

37.5mg, 75mg, 150mg, 225mg

168
Q

venlafaxine indications/use?

A

Depression, anxiety, panic disorder, social phobia

169
Q

venlafaxine counseling/important info?

A

Headache
Insomnia or drowsiness
Dry mouth
Take with food if upset stomach

170
Q

fluoxetine brand name?

A

Prozac
Sarafem

171
Q

fluoxetine common strengths?

A

10mg, 20mg, 40mg

172
Q

fluoxetine common frequency?

173
Q

fluoxetine indications/use?

A

Bipolar disorder
Bulimia nervosa
Major depressive disorder
OCD
Panic Disorder
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (Sarafem)

174
Q

fluoxetine counseling/important info?

A

Sexual dysfunction
Anorexia
Diarrhea
Asthenia (lack of energy)

175
Q

duloxetine brand name?

176
Q

duloxetine common strengths?

A

20mg, 30mg, 60mg

177
Q

duloxetine common frequency?

178
Q

duloxetine indications/use?

A

Depression
Anxiety
Diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain
Chronic musculoskeletal pain (fibromyalgia)

179
Q

duloxetine counseling/important info?

A

Insomnia or drowsiness
Take with food if upset stomach

180
Q

sertraline brand name?

181
Q

sertraline common strengths?

A

25mg, 50mg, 100mg

182
Q

sertraline common frequency?

183
Q

sertraline indications/use?

A

Depression
Panic disorder
OCD
PTSD
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Social phobia

184
Q

sertraline counseling/important info?

A

Headache
Insomnia > Drowsiness
Take with food if upset stomach
Sexual dysfunction

185
Q

amitriptyline brand name?

186
Q

amitriptyline common strengths?

A

10mg, 25mg, 50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg

187
Q

amitriptyline common frequency?

A

once daily at bedtime

188
Q

amitriptyline indications/use?

A

Depression
Non-FDA: chronic pain, migraine prevention, insomnia

189
Q

amitriptyline counseling/important info?

A

Drowsiness
Weight gain
Constipation

190
Q

trazadone brand name?

191
Q

trazadone common strengths?

A

50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 300mg

192
Q

trazadone common frequency?

A

BID, TID (depression)
50mg tab qhs (insomnia)

193
Q

trazadone indications/use?

A

Depression
Non-FDA: insomnia

194
Q

trazadone counseling/important info?

A

Drowsiness
Take w food to increase absorption

195
Q

bupropion brand name?

A

Wellbutrin SR, Zyban, Wellbutrin XL

196
Q

bupropion common strengths?

A

Wellbutrin SR/Zyban: 100mg, 150mg, 200mg
Wellbutrin XL: 150mg, 300mg

197
Q

bupropion common frequency?

A

SR: One tab po qd for 3-7 days, then one BID
XL: One 150mg tab po qd for 3-7 days, then one 300mg tab qd

198
Q

bupropion indications/use?

A

Wellbutrin: Depression, SAD
Zyban: Smoking cessation

199
Q

aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), (OTC) brand name?

A

Bayer Aspirin

200
Q

aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), (OTC) common strengths?

A

81mg, 325mg, 500mg, 650mg

201
Q

aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), (OTC) common frequency?

A

q4-6h prn
MAX: 4000 mg/day for pain, fever, inflammation

202
Q

aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), (OTC) indications/use?

A

Mild to moderate pain
Fever
Inflammation (e.g. arthritis, sprains)
Heart attack and stroke prevention

203
Q

aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), (OTC) counseling/important info?

A

Stomach upset - possible bleed/ulceration
Take with food/milk
Take with water
Do not give to children </= 18 y.o. due to risk of Reye’s Syndrome
Ringing in ears with high dose

204
Q

ibuprofen (OTC) brand name?

A

OTC: Advil, Motrin IB
Rx: Motrin

205
Q

ibuprofen (OTC) common strengths?

A

OTC: 200mg
Rx: 400mg, 600mg, 800mg

206
Q

ibuprofen (OTC) common frequency?

A

q4-6h prn
OTC MAX: 1200 mg/day
Rx MAX: 3200 mg/day

207
Q

ibuprofen (OTC) indications/use?

A

Mild to moderate pain
Fever
Inflammation

208
Q

NSAIDs counseling/important info?

A

Stomach upset - possible bleed/ulceration
Take with food or milk
Avoid if history of heart problems

209
Q

naproxen sodium (OTC) brand name?

A

OTC: Aleve
Rx: Anaprox, Anaprox DS

210
Q

naproxen sodium (OTC) common strengths?

A

OTC: 220mg
Rx: 275mg, DS- 550mg

211
Q

naproxen sodium (OTC) common frequency?

A

q8-12h prn
OTC MAX: 660 mg/day
Rx MAX: 1650 mg/day

212
Q

naproxen sodium (OTC) indications/use?

A

Mild to moderate pain
Fever
Inflammation

213
Q

meloxicam brand name?

214
Q

meloxicam common strengths?

A

5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 15mg

215
Q

meloxicam common frequency?

A

QD
Tablet MAX: 15mg/day

216
Q

meloxicam indications/use?

A

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

217
Q

methylprednisolone brand name?

218
Q

methylprednisolone common strengths?

A

2mg, 4mg, 8mg, 16mg, 32mg

219
Q

methylprednisolone common frequency?

A

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

220
Q

methylprednisolone indications/use?

A

Inflammation
Asthma exacerbations
Poison Ivy

221
Q

methylprednisolone counseling/important info?

A

Finish entire course
Take with food or milk to avoid upset stomach
Take earlier in day to avoid insomnia

222
Q

hydrocortisone (OTC) brand name?

A

Ala-Cort, Anucort-HC, Instacort 5

223
Q

hydrocortisone (OTC) common strenghts?

A

0.1%, 0.2%, 0.5%, 1%, 2%, 2.5%

224
Q

hydrocortisone (OTC) common frequency?

225
Q

hydrocortisone (OTC) indications/use?

A

Topical rash and itching (external)
Inflammation
Hemorrhoids (rectal)

226
Q

hydrocortisone (OTC) counseling/important info?

A

Localized burning

227
Q

acetaminophen (APAP), (OTC) brand name?

228
Q

acetaminophen (APAP), (OTC) common strengths?

A

OTC: 325mg, 500mg

229
Q

acetaminophen (APAP), (OTC) common frequency?

A

q4-6h prn
MAX: 3000 mg/day

230
Q

acetaminophen (APAP), (OTC) indications/use?

A

Mild to moderate pain
Fever

231
Q

acetaminophen (APAP), (OTC) counseling/important info?

A

APAP in many OTC and Rx combo products
Do not treat hangovers with APAP due to liver toxicity

232
Q

tramadol (C-IV) brand name?

233
Q

tramadol (C-IV) common strengths?

234
Q

tramadol (C-IV) common frequency?

A

q4-6h prn
MAX: 400mg/day

235
Q

tramadol (C-IV) indications/use?

A

Moderate pain

236
Q

tramadol (C-IV) counseling/important info?

A

Constipation
Drowsiness
Dizziness

237
Q

hydrocodone/APAP (C-II) brand name?

A

Norco, Vicodin, Lortab

238
Q

hydrocodone/APAP (C-II) common strengths?

A

Norco: 5mg/325mg, 7.5mg/325mg, 10mg/325mg
Vicodin: 2.5mg/300mg, 5mg/300mg, 7.5mg/300mg, 10mg/300mg

239
Q

hydrocodone/APAP (C-II) common frequency?

A

q4-6h prn
MAX: 3000mg APAP/day

240
Q

hydrocodone/APAP (C-II) indications/use?

A

Moderate to severe pain

241
Q

hydrocodone/APAP (C-II) counseling/important info?

A

Stomach upset
Constipation
Drowsiness
Consider other APAP counseling tips

242
Q

oxycodone (C-II) brand name?

A

Oxy IR, Oxycontin

243
Q

oxycodone (C-II) common strengths?

A

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

244
Q

oxycodone (C-II) common frequency?

A

BID prn
MAX: individualized

245
Q

oxycodone (C-II) indications/use?

A

Severe pain

246
Q

oxycodone (C-II) counseling/important info?

A

Stomach upset
Constipation
Drowsiness
Do not crush or chew CR tablets

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