Mid Deck Indications/Common Side Effects/Interactions/Classes Flashcards
AF and -azole are indicators for what type of meds?
Antifungals
-enza and - flu are both what type of meds and indications for what?
Antivirals and treat Influenza
val- and fam- are both what type of meds and what are their generic names?
Antivirals
Valacyclovir
Famciclovir
Meds ending in -quine deal with what meds and treat what?
Antiparasitic and treat malaria
Pin-X treats what?
Pinworm Infections
Elimite treats what?
Treats mites (scabies)
RID treats what?
Gets rid of head lice
Nix is for?
For nits (Head lice eggs)
What class ends with -pram or -oxetine?
Antidepressants
Selective Serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
What class ends with -lafaxine?
Antidepressants
SNRIs (Serotonin-nonepinephrine reuptake inhibitors)
What class ends with -triptyline or -pramine?
Antidepressants
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
Levofloxacin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Antibiotic
Brand: Levaquin
Class: Fluoroquinolones
Indication:Bacterial Infections
Side Effects: Increased risk of tendon issues, photosensitivity, and taste disturbances
Interactions: Separate oral forms of products containing aluminum, calcium, magnesium, and iron by at least 2 hours (it can block absorption and leave infections undertreated)
Clonazepam: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Anxiolytics and Sedative-Hypnotics
Brand: Klonopin
Class: Benzodiaepines
Indication: Anxiety
Side Effects: Abuse Potential (C-IV), Beers med, High-alert, may cause withdrawals w/ abrupt stop
Interactions: Interacts w/ other sedating meds (muscle relaxants, opioids, etc.) and alcohol
Dapagliflozin/metformin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Diabetes Meds
Brand: Xigduo XR
Class: Combo Drug Classes
Indication: Treat type 2 diabetes
Side Effects: May cause excess urination and lactic acidosis (BW), May cause diarrhea and N/V
Interactions: Available in many combo products w/ other diabetes meds, patients w/ kidney disease use caution, take w/ a meal to combat n/v
Eszopiclone: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Anxiolytics and Sedative-Hypnotics
Brand: Lunesta
Class:Sedative-Hypnotics
Indication: Insomnia
Side Effects: Abuse Potential (C-IV), Beers Med, High alert med
Interactions: Interacts w/ other sedating meds (muscle relaxants, opioids, etc.) and alcohol
Furosemide: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Diuretics
Brand: Lasix
Class: Loop Diuretics
Indication: Edema/Hypertension
Side Effects: May cause hypokalemia
Interactions: Use w/ caution in patients w/ a sulfa allergy
Buprenorphine: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Anti-Inflammatories, Analegesics, and Muscle Relaxants
Brand: Subutex
Class: Opioid Analgesics
Indication: Opioid dependence, pain
Side Effects: Abuse potential (C-III), Constipation, dizziness, and drowsiness, REMS med
Interactions: Interacts w/ other meds that cause repiratory depression (BDZs, muscle relaxants, etc.)
Bupropion: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Antidepressants
Brand: Wellbutrin
Class: Misc. Antidepressants
Indication: Depression
Side Effects: May cause insomnia and weight loss
Interactions: Avoid in patients w/ anorexia or seizure
Tadalafil: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Erectile Dysfunction Meds and Testosterone Therapy
Brand: Cialis
Class: Phosphodiesterase
Indication: BPH, Erectile dysfunction, pulmonary arterial hypertension
Side Effects: dizziness, headache, color vision changes
Interactions: nitrates (isosorbide, NTG, etc), use w/ caution w/ patients w/ liver failure
Sildenafil: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Erectile Dysfunction Meds and Testosterone Therapy
Brand: Viagra
Class: Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) Inhibitors
Indication: Erectile dysfunction, pulmonary arterial hypertension
Side Effects: dizziness, headache, and color vision changes
Interactions: Nitrates, be cautious w/ patients w/ liver failure
Isotretinoin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
REMS MED!!
Dermatologic
Brand: Claravis
Class: Retinoids
Indication: Acne
Side Effects: depression, suicidal thoughts, harm to fetus
Interactions: Avoid during pregnancy, Cholesterl/LFTs, NIOSH med, women checked for pregnancy every 2 weeks
Rosuvastatin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Cholesterol
Brand: Crestor
Class: HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)
Indication: Dyslipidemia
Side Effects: Muscle pain (myalgia)
Interactions: w/ cimeitdine, cyclosporine, etc
Brimonidine: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Ophthalmic (eye)
Brand: Alphagan P/Lumify
Class: Alpha - 2 Agonists
Indication: Red eyes, glaucoma
Side Effects: May cause bitter taste
Interactions:
Sevelamer Carbonate: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Phosphate
Brand: Renvela
Class: Phosphate Binders
Indication: Hyperphosphatemia
Side Effects:
Interactions: May reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K), take w/ meals
Carisoprodol: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Anti-Inflammatories, Analgesics, and Muscle Relaxants
Brand: Soma
Class: Muscle Relaxants
Indication: Muscle spasms
Side Effects: Abuse potential (C-IV), may cause CNS depression (dizziness, drowsiness)
Interactions: Interact w/ other meds that may cause drowsiness (BDZs, opioids)
Lacosamide: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Anticonvulsants
Brand: Vimpat
Class: Misc. Anticonvulsants
Indication: Seizures
Side Effects: Abuse potential (C-V)
Interactions: Beers med, interacts w/ antifungals
Lisdexamfetamine: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Brand: Vyvanse
Class: Stimulants
Indication: ADHD
Side Effects: Abuse potential (C-II), insomnia, weight loss
Interactions: interacts w/ other stimulating meds, use caution w/ patients that have cardiovascular disease
Phenytoin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Anticonvulsants
Brand: Dilantin
Class: Hydantoins
Indication: Seizures
Side Effects: Beers med
Interactions: Interacts w/ antifungals, hormonal contraceptives, NIOSH med, NTI med
Alosetron hydrochloride: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Brand: Lotronex
Class: Gastrointestinal
Indication: IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Side Effects: Serious Complications of Constipation, rectal bleeding (may happen)
Mostly: abdominal discomfort, pain, nausea, constipation
Interactions: Avoid concomitant uses (CYP1A2), use w/ caution (CYP3A4)
Naloxone: Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Class:
Indication: Reverses opioid ODs for 30-90 minutes
Side Effects: Allergic reactions
Interactions:
Naltrexone: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Brand: Revia
Class: Opioid Antagonist
Indication: Help people w/ alcohol or opioid use disorder
Side Effects: n/v, stomach cramps, joint/muscle pain, headache, dizziness, nervousness/anxiety, tiredness, trouble sleeping, liver damage
Interactions: Nitrates
niacin/simvastatin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions
Brand: Simcor
Class: Statin, HMG coA
Indication: lower cholesterol and triglycerides in blood (LDL)
Side Effects: confusion, memory problems, liver problems, weight gain, high blood sugar, headache, back pain, nausea
Interactions: Pregnancy/breastfeeding, interacts w/ many drugs, liver disease, stomach ulcers, severe bleeding
