Pharm Quiz 1 Flashcards
Ibuprofen
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, given PO, for uterine cramps after delivery.
Lanolin
Cream that breast feeding women use to prevent cracked and irritated nipples.
Dermoplast spray
Provides fast relief of pain and itching especially for an episiotomy, composed of Benzocaine and Menthol.
Tylenol #3
Used for post-delivery pain control; composed of Codiene and Tylenol.
Calcium Gluconate
Anecdote for magnesium toxicity.
Zofran (Ondansetron)
Anti-emetic used for nausea in labor and in hyperemesis gravidarum.
MMR
Vaccination given at 1 month of age for measles, mumps, rubella
Percocet
Comprised of Oxycodone and Acetaminophen; used for post-delivery pain control.
Tdap
Vaccination given to those who already completed DTaP series; used as booster
Toradol (Ketorolac)
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, given IM or IV, used for pain control for uterine and post-op discomfort after c-section; inhibits prostaglandins
Methergine (Methylergonovine)
Treatment of postpartum hemorrhage to stimulate uterine contractions; given IM; cannot give with high BP due to vasoconstriction.
Colace (Docusate Sodium)
Stool softener used after delivery.
Venofer (Iron Sucrose)
Treatment/ prevention of iron deficiency anemia.
Terbutaline (Brethine)
Tocolytic used to stop contractions in preterm labor or before external version; given SQ and causes increased HR in mom and makes her feel very jittery.
Morphine
Used for pain relief in labor; given IV or SQ; crosses placenta readily and can cause respiratory depression in the neonate.
Stadol (Butorphanol)
Used for pain relief in labor; given IV; does not cause as much respiratory depression as morphine; cautious use in drug addicted women as it causes withdrawal symptoms.
Magnesium sulfate
Prevent and treatment of eclamptic seizures; also used to stop preterm labor.
Rh(D) immunogloblin (Rhogam)
Suppresses immune response of non-sensitized Rh-negative clients who are exposed to Rh-positive blood to prevent isoimmunization.
Oxytocin (Pitocin)
Acts on uterine muscle to stimulate labor contractions; can induce water intoxication; might cause hyper-stimulation of the uterus.
Cytotec (Misoprostol)
Given to induce labor for fetal demise or to control postpartum hemorrhage.