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Mid Deck Indications/Common Side Effects/Interactions/Classes Flashcards

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AF and -azole are indicators for what type of meds?

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Antifungals

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-enza and - flu are both what type of meds and indications for what?

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Antivirals and treat Influenza

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val- and fam- are both what type of meds and what are their generic names?

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Antivirals
Valacyclovir
Famciclovir

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Meds ending in -quine deal with what meds and treat what?

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Antiparasitic and treat malaria

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Pin-X treats what?

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Pinworm Infections

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Elimite treats what?

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Treats mites (scabies)

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RID treats what?

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Gets rid of head lice

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Nix is for?

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For nits (Head lice eggs)

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What class ends with -pram or -oxetine?

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Antidepressants
Selective Serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

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What class ends with -lafaxine?

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Antidepressants
SNRIs (Serotonin-nonepinephrine reuptake inhibitors)

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What class ends with -triptyline or -pramine?

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Antidepressants
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)

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Levofloxacin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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)

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Clonazepam: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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

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Dapagliflozin/metformin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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

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Eszopiclone: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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

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Furosemide: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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Diuretics
Brand: Lasix
Class: Loop Diuretics

Indication: Edema/Hypertension

Side Effects: May cause hypokalemia

Interactions: Use w/ caution in patients w/ a sulfa allergy

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Buprenorphine: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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.)

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Bupropion: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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Antidepressants
Brand: Wellbutrin
Class: Misc. Antidepressants

Indication: Depression

Side Effects: May cause insomnia and weight loss

Interactions: Avoid in patients w/ anorexia or seizure

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Tadalafil: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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

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Sildenafil: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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

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Isotretinoin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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

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Rosuvastatin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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Cholesterol
Brand: Crestor
Class: HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)

Indication: Dyslipidemia

Side Effects: Muscle pain (myalgia)

Interactions: w/ cimeitdine, cyclosporine, etc

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Brimonidine: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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Ophthalmic (eye)
Brand: Alphagan P/Lumify
Class: Alpha - 2 Agonists

Indication: Red eyes, glaucoma

Side Effects: May cause bitter taste

Interactions:

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Sevelamer Carbonate: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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

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Carisoprodol: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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)

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Lacosamide: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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Anticonvulsants
Brand: Vimpat
Class: Misc. Anticonvulsants

Indication: Seizures

Side Effects: Abuse potential (C-V)

Interactions: Beers med, interacts w/ antifungals

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Lisdexamfetamine: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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

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Phenytoin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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Anticonvulsants
Brand: Dilantin
Class: Hydantoins

Indication: Seizures

Side Effects: Beers med

Interactions: Interacts w/ antifungals, hormonal contraceptives, NIOSH med, NTI med

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Alosetron hydrochloride: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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)

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Naloxone: Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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Class:

Indication: Reverses opioid ODs for 30-90 minutes

Side Effects: Allergic reactions

Interactions:

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Naltrexone: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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

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niacin/simvastatin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

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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

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