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Cisplatin and ADR

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chemo med

ADR: ototoxicity

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Atropine

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anticholinergic (blocks parasympathetic)

decreases saliva before surgery and dilate pupils before eye exam

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CHLORDIAZEPOXIDE

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for acute alcohol withdrawal

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DISULFIRAM

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maintain alcohol ABSTINENCE

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METHADONE and ADR

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opioid withdrawal/maintenance

sedation is a common ADR.
client can develop a physical dependency w/ long-term use

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VARENICLINE

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for smoking cessation

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Nitroglycerin

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VASODILATOR
Treats angina/ chest pain

If it’s a patch, rotate location of patch every few days to avoid local skin irritation. There is a delayed onset of action ∴ won’t treat an ongoing episode of chest pain

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Donepezil

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Treats ALZEIMERS

Can improve cognitive functioning in earlier stages of ALZ

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Spironolactone and ADRs

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Potassium SPARING diuretic; derived from STEROIDS

Can cause adverse endocrine effects like gynecomastia, impotence in men, and irregular menses

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Ginkgo biloba

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BLOOD THINNER/ ANTICOAG

Don’t take with other anticoags like NSAIDs or clopidogrel

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Risperidone

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2nd-gen ANTIPSYCHOTIC
All 2nd-gen antipsychotic ADRs = diabetes, weight gain, and dyslipidemia
Monitor blood sugar

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Sumatriptan and ADRs

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treats MIGRAINE & CLUSTER HAs

ADR = chest pressure and heavy arms

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Phenytoin

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ANTICONVULSANT & PREVENTS SEIZURES

ADRs = cardiac dysrhythmias (cardiac monitoring required!!!), bradycardia, hypotension

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Lithium

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MOOD STABILIZER

Evaluating effectiveness: decreased aggression and impulsivity

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Rifampin

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ABX FOR TB

ADR = red-tinged urine, saliva, and tears

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Propylthiouracil

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ANTITHYROID
Treats hyperthyroidism during 1st trimester of pregnancy bc does not cross placenta, so little risk to fetus.
HOWEVER METHIMAZOLE is preferred in 2nd and 3rd trimesters

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Meperidine hydrochloride

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OPIOID ANALGESIC

For moderate to severe pain during labor

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Hydroxychloroquine and its ADR

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Used to treat rheumatoid arthritis

Taking high doses = r/f retinopathy (irreversible blindness)

19
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Acyclovir

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ANTIVIRAL

Inhibits replication of virus that causes HERPES ZOSTER

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Alendronate

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BONE HEALTH; BIPHOSPHONATE
Treats/prevents osteoporosis
Take on empty stomach w/ a full glass of water and sit up 30 min to prevent esophagitis

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Scopolamine patch

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TREATS MOTION SICKNESS & N/V
Clean area w/ soap and water before application
Apply patch behind ear
Replace Q72 hr

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Prednisone and its ADRs

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CORTICOSTEROID
Long-term use ADR = gastric ulceration, osteoporosis, adrenal suppression

Schedule on alternate days to decrease ADRs
A rash is not an expected ADR ∴ don’t stop taking this med because of it.

Taper gradually to prevent withdrawal syndrome during long-term therapy

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Feverfew

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MIGRAINE HA PROPHYLAXIS
Herb
Decreases frequency and severity of manifestations

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Diltiazem

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CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER
Used to slow the ventricular rate in a-fib or a-flutter
Treats HTN, angina, and other supraventricular tachyarrhythmias

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Metoclopramide (Reglan)

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ANTIEMETIC & GUT MOTILITY STIMULATOR
Decreases N/V by increasing gastric motility and promoting gastric emptying
Contraindicated in client w/ intestinal obstruction

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Captopril

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ACE INHIBITOR

↓ BP by preventing body from making angiotensin II ∴ preventing vasoconstriction → vasodilator!!!

ADRs = hypotension and dizziness

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Bismuth subsalicylate

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ANTACID

Eliminates bacteria h. pylori, which can cause PUD

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Alosetron and its ADR

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DIARRHEA MED, TREATS IBS

ADR = constipation. Call provider

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Lidocaine

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meds like lidocaine are often administered in combination with a vasoconstrictor such as epinephrine because epi decreases local blood flow and DELAYS SYSTEMIC ABSORPTION OF THE ANESTHETIC PROPERTY OF LIDOCAINE

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Methadone ADR

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sedation

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