Middle 4 Drugs Flashcards
What is the generic name of Flovent?
Fluticasone propionate
What is the mode and route of Flovent?
Anti-inflammatory; MDI DPI
What are the indications and contraindications of Flovent?
Maintenance of asthma and COPD;
Hypersensitivity to drug ingredients
What are the side effects of Flovent?
Coughing, sneezing, headache
What is the dosage and duration of Flovent?
MDI 2 puffs 44/110/220microgram BID
DPI 1 puff 50/100/250microgram BID
12 hours
What is the generic name of advair?
Fluticasone propionate and salmeterol
What is the mode and route of advair?
Anti-inflammatory and B2 agonist; MDI DPI
What are the indications and contraindications of advair?
Management of asthma and airway inflammation;
Tachycardia, arrhythymias and hypersensitivity to drug ingredients
What are the side effects of advair?
Osteoporosis, bronchoconstriction and growth retardation
What is the dosage and duration of advair?
MDI and DPI 1 puff BID
100, 250, 500/50
12 hours
What is the generic name of mucomyst?
Acetylcysteine
What is the mode and route of mucomyst?
Sulfide bond breaker; SVN
What are the indications and contraindications of mucomyst?
Thick, retained mucoid or mucopurulent secretions;
Hypersensitivity to drug ingredients, status asthmaticus and increased ICP
What are the side effects of mucomyst?
Bronchospasm, nausea and rhinorrhea
What is the dosage and duration of mucomyst?
3-5ml 10% or 20% TID QID
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