Musculoskeletal Flashcards
Baclofen
Trade: Lioresal
Classification: skeletal muscle relaxant
Notes: max dose 80mg/D, SZ with intrathecal
Calcium Carbonate
Trade: OS-Cal
Classification: antacid, calcium supplement
Notes: Constipation, calculi
Cyclobenzaprine
Trade: Flexeril
Classification: skeletal muscle relaxant
Notes: Dizziness, dysrhythmias
Methocarbamol
Trade: Robaxin
Classification: skeletal muscle relaxant
Notes: stomach upset, blurred vision
Ropinirole
Trade: Requip
Classification: dopamine promoter, antiparkinsonian
Notes: hemolytic anemia, tx of restless leg syndrome
Tizanidine
Trade: Zanaflex
Classification: skeletal muscle relaxant
Notes: somnolence, dizziness
Vitamine D2
Trade: ergocalciferol
Classification: for low PTH and phosphate levels and rickets
Notes: allergic reactions, bone pain, increased thirst and urination, metallic taste