Medications (uses/side effects) Flashcards
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Reflex (Cephalexin)
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Uses - Anti-infective;
UTI, bacterial skin infection
Side effects - diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, dizziness, headache
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Bactrim (Sfamethxozolrtrimethoprin)
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Uses - UTI, otitis, acute chronic prostatitis; Side effects - Headaches, vomiting, neoropathy
3
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Penicillin
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Uses - treat bacterial infections like strep throat, ear infections and urinary tract infections. Side effects-Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, skin rash, changes in taste or smell
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Lasix (Gurosemide)
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Uses - diuretic (water pill) reduces edema, may reduce BP; side effects- low potassium
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Lisinopril (Prinivil) Ace Inhibitor
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Uses- treat hypertension. Side effects- dry cough