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Neurological Medications Flashcards

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baclofen (Lioresal): class

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centrally acting muscle relaxants

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baclofen (Lioresal): use

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drugs for muscle spams, spinal cord injuries, MS, CP

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baclofen (Lioresal): ADRs

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drowsiness/dizziness, weakness/fatigue is common, N/V, constipation and urinary retention is possible

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baclofen (Lioresal): contraindications

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ETOH, MAOIs, SSRI, caution in older adults, children, severe mental disorders, and CVAs

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baclofen (Lioresal): RN interventions

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Must be tapered to prevent withdrawal (seizures, spasticity/fever and muscle damage)
- take with food, fiber + hydration to decrease constipation, caution with things that need mental alertness, change position slowly

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Dantrolene (dantrium): class

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peripherally acting muscle relaxants/ direct-acting skeletal muscle relaxers

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Dantrolene (dantrium): use

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malignant hyperthermia, muscle spasms, spinal cord injuries

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Dantrolene (dantrium): ADR

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muscle weakness, drowsiness, dizzy, diarrhea, higher dose may lead to liver toxicity

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Dantrolene (dantrium): contraindications

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avoid w/ liver disease, older women on estrogen higher risk, ETOH, calcium channel blockers -> cardiac dysrhythmias

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Dantrolene (dantrium): RN Interventions

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call provider if prolonged diarrhea and muscle weakness, report abdominal pain or jaundice (liver failure)

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phenytoin (Dilantin): class

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traditional AEDs - hydantoins

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phenytoin (Dilantin): use

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tonic-clonic &partial seizures

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baclofen (Lioresal): EPA

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increases effects of GABA in spinal cord, suppression of hyperactive reflexes

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dantrolene (Dantrium): EPA

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acts directly on skeletal muscle by inhibiting calcium releases

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phenytoin (Dilantin): EPA

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suppress sodium uptake in neurons which reduces neuronal activity in seizure-generating cells of the brain

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phenytoin (Dilantin): ADR

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CNS depression, downiness, gingival hyperplasia, skin rash

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phenytoin (Dilantin): contraindications

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teratogenic, bradycardia/heart block, MANY drug interactions, oral contraceptives

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phenytoin (Dilantin): RN interventions

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Narrow therapeutic window (10-20), too much will lead to nystagmus, ataxia, sedation, blurred vision, Give slowly, educate on good dental hygiene, don’t stop abruptly

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carbamazepine (Tegretol): class

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Traditional AEDs: Iminostilbenes

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carbamazepine (Tegretol): use

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tonic-clonic & partial seizures, bipolar, trigeminal neuralgia pain

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carbamazepine (Tegretol): EPA

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inhibits sodium influx through sodium channels to decrease neuronal activity

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carbamazepine (Tegretol): ADR

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neurological effects - visual disturbances, HA, ataxia, nystagmus, blurred vision. Fluid retention. Skin rash (SJS). Photosensitivity. Bone marrow suppression = decreased blood counts

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carbamazepine (Tegretol): contraindication

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teratogenic, avoid in absence/myoclonic seizures, people with hematologic disorders or heart failure, MANY drug interactions

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carbamazepine (Tegretol): RN interventions

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give with food, monitor CBC, call provider about rash, decreased urine output or edema, avoid grapefruit juice, use condoms also if using oral contraceptives

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valproic acid (Depakote, Depacon, Depakene): class

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Traditional AEDs: Histone Deacetylase Inhibitor

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valproic acid (Depakote, Depacon, Depakene): use

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ALL seizure types, mania of bipolar

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valproic acid (Depakote, Depacon, Depakene): EPA

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effect influx of calcium and enhance inhibitory effects of GABA

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valproic acid (Depakote, Depacon, Depakene): ADR

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GI upset/indigestion, bone marrow suppression (blood stuff), skin rash, live toxicity

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valproic acid (Depakote, Depacon, Depakene): contraindications

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teratogenic, avoid if with liver disorder, thrombocytopenia, hyperammonemia, caution with other anticonvulsants

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valproic acid (Depakote, Depacon, Depakene): RN Intervention

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give with food, monitor lab values (blood and liver), call provider if rash, N/V, jaundice, confusion, bleeding, avoid getting pregnant

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lidocaine (Xylocaine) - “amide” type: class

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local anesthetics

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lidocaine (Xylocaine): uses

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anesthesia to direct body area, suturing, dental procedure, nerve blocks, epidural/spinal anesthesia

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lidocaine (Xylocaine): EPA

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blocks influx of sodium, prevents depolarization = no action potential activated

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lidocaine (Xylocaine): ADR

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only occur in high systemic absorption, stimulation or depression of CHS, most severe: respiratory depression, hypotension, cardiac dysrhythmias

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lidocaine (Xylocaine): RN Intervention

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monitor vital signs and respiratory rate, do not administer in eyes or broken skin

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lidocaine (Xylocaine): contraindication

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allergy, avoid viscous solution in children under 3 years, caution in clients with bradycardia

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methohexital sodium (Brevital): class

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general anesthetics: barbiturates

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methohexital sodium (Brevital): EPA

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enhances inhibitory effects of GABA and causes significant CNS depression

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methohexital sodium (Brevital): Use

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rapid induction of anesthesia and hypnosis

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methohexital sodium (Brevital): ADR

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respiratory depression & hypotension

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methohexital sodium (Brevital): RN intervention

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resuscitation and emergency equipment close by, airway maintenance supplies, IV fluids, vasopressors, monitor IV site for extravasation

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midazolam (Versed): class

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adjuncts to anesthesia/ conscious sedation: Benzodiazepines

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midazolam (Versed): EPA

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enhance inhibitory effects of GABA = CNA depression, hypnosis and amnesia

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midazolam (Versed): use

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conscious sedation, sedation prior to general anesthesia, supplement inhaled anesthesia

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midazolam (Versed): ADR

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amnesia, large dosages have potential for cardiac and respiratory areest

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midazolam (Versed): RN intervention

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educate on amnesia effects, monitor vital signs and respiratory signs, have resuscitation equipment nearby

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midazolam (Versed): contraindications

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teratogenic, greater CNS depression when given with others, Herbal products may increase or decrease effects

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fentanyl (Duragesic): class

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adjuncts to anesthesia/ conscious sedation: opioids

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fentanyl (Duragesic): EPA

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pain receptor agonists that cause analgesia and sedation, Narcotic

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fentanyl (Duragesic): ADR

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sedation, respiratory depression, hypotension, nausea

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fentanyl (Duragesic): contraindication

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history substance abuse, teratogenic, caution with intracranial pressure, older adults, young children, caution with liver, respiratory, or kidney disorders, do not give with MAOIs, given with other CNS depressants = excessive respiratory depression

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fentanyl (Duragesic): RN Interventions

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monitor vital signs, have resuscitation equipment on hand, educate to report nausea, schedule II controlled substance, have reversal! NALOXONE

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amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine sulfate (Adderall): class

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CHS stimulant: Amphetamines

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amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine sulfate (Adderall): EPA

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increases norepinephrine and dopamine in brain and PNS = more alert, energy, improved mood, increased ability to focus/attention span

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amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine sulfate (Adderall): use

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ADHA, Narcolepsy

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amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine sulfate (Adderall): ADRs

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insomnia, nervousness, hypertension, tachycardia, palpitations, weight loss, appetite suppressant effect, large doses may show paranoid schizophrenia

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amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine sulfate (Adderall): RN Interventions

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give in the AM, monitor weight in children, drug “holidays,” schedule II - high risk for abuse, can lead to dependence, taper, monitor vitals, educate to avoid caffeine, report severe symptoms

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amphetamine/ dextroamphetamine sulfate (Adderall): contraindications

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avoid in clients with cardio problems, severe hypertension, hyperthyroidism, never take with MAOIs

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methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta): class

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CNS Stimulant: Amphetamine-related

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methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta): EPA

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same as amphetamines, increase norepinephrine and dopamine in brain and PNS = more alert, improved mood, attention

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methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta): Use

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ADHD, Narcolepsy

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methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta): ADR

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insomnia, nervousness, hypertension, tachycardia, palpitations, weight loss, appetite suppressant effect, large doses may show paranoid schizophrenia, Toxicity: psychosis, dysrhythmias, seizures

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methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta): RN Interventions

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same as amphetamines, applying patch: press in place for 30 seconds, remove after 9 hours, do not touch drug side with fingers

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methylphenidate (Ritalin, Concerta): Contraindications

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same as amphetamines, do not use with history of psychosis/depression, not in children under 6 years

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modafinil (Provigil): class

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CNS Stimulant: Non-amphetamine

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modafinil (Provigil): EPA

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precise mechanism unknown. Thought to block reuptake of norepinephrine

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modafinil (Provigil): Use

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ADHD, narcolepsy, shift-work sleepiness, obstructive sleep apnea

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modafinil (Provigil): ADR

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common= nausea and diarrhea, headache, tachycardia, hypertension, rare = SJS

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modafinil (Provigil): RN Intervention

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  • administer in AM or 1 hour before work
  • take with food to minimize GI effects
  • monitor for CNS effects
  • report rash immediately
  • use other contraception
  • lower abuse potential but can lead to psychological dependence
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modafinil (Provigil): contraindications

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  • avoid in clients with valvular heart disease
  • caution with cardio problems, hypertension, renal or hepatic failure
  • No with methylphenidate
  • interacts with oral contraceptives

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