Pharmacology Final Flashcards
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acyclovir/Zovirax
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Anti-viral anti-infective
2
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adalimimab/Humira
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DMARD: Biologic response modifier
3
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aluminum hydroxide/Amphogel
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Antacid
4
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amantadine/Symmetrel
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Anti-viral, anti-parkinsonian
5
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atropine sulfate/IsoptoAtropine
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Anticholinergic, Mydriatic
6
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benztropine mestlate/Cogentin
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Anti-parkinsonian agent
7
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bisacodyl/Ducolax
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Laxative
8
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carbamazepine/Trgretol
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Anticonvulsant
9
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ceftriaxone/Rocephin
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Anti-infective, cephalosporin
10
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cephalexin/ Keflex
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Anti-infective, cephalosporin
11
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clonazepam/Klonopin
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Anticonvulsant
12
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dicyclomine/Bentyl
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anticholinergic, antispasmodic
13
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diphenhydramine/Benadryl
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Antihistamine
14
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diphenoxylate/Lomotil
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Antidiarrheal
15
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docusate/Colace
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Fecal softener/Laxative
16
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doxycycline/Vibramycin/Doryx
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Anti-infective, tetracycline
17
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epinephrine/Adrenalin/EpiPen
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Bronchodilator, vasoconstrictor
18
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esomeprazole/Nexium
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Proton pump inhibitor
19
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estrogen/Premarin
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Hormone
20
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fexafenadine/Allegra
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Antihistamine
21
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furosemide/Lasix
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Loop diuretic
22
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gabapentin/Neurontin
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Anticonvulsant, analgesic
23
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hydroxychloroquine/Planquenil
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DMARD: Antimalarial
24
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infliximab/Remicade
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DMARD: Anti-inflammatory
25
K-Lyte, Slow-K
K supplements
26
lactulose/Chronulac
Laxative; ammonia reduction agent
27
levetiracetam/Keppra
Anticonvulsant
28
levodopa/Sinemet
Antiparkinsonian, flouroquinolone
29
levofloxacin/Levaquin
Anti-infective, flouroquinolone
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aluminum, magnedium hydroxide/Maalox/Gelusil
Antiacid
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loperamide/Imodium
Antidiarrheal
32
mafenide acetate/Sulfamylon
Anti-infective, topical
33
mannitol/Osmitrol
Osmotic diuretic
34
metronidazole/Flagyl
Anti-infective, anti-fungal
35
morphine sulfate/Morphine
Opioid analgesic
36
neostigmine/Prostigmin
Cholinergic, antimyasthenic
37
omeprazole/Prilosec
Proton pump inhibitor
38
penicillin/Penicillin G/Bicillin
Anti-infective, penillin
39
permethrin/Nix/Elimite
Pediculocide, scabicide
40
pilocarpine/Isopto Carpine
Miotic, cholinergic
41
phenazopyridine/Pyridium
Urinary analgesic
42
phenytoin/Dilantin
Anticonvulsant
43
polyethlene glycol/Miralax
Laxative
44
prednisone
Corticosteroid
45
psyllium/Metamucil
Laxative, bulk forming
46
ranitidine/Zantac
Histamine receptor antagonist
47
sodium polysterene sulfonate/Kayexalate
Hypokalemic, exchange resin
48
spironolactone/Aldactone
Diuretic, K-sparing
49
sulfasalazine/Azulfidine
GI anti-inflammatory
50
sucralfate/Carafate
Antiulcer, GI cytoprotectant
51
topiramate/Topamax
Anticonvulsant
52
sumatriptan/Imitrex
Vascular headache suppressant
53
travoprost/Travatan
Prostaglandin agonist
54
triamcinolone
Topical Corticosteroid
55
trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole/Bacrim
Anti-infective, sulfonamide
56
List therapeutic effects/expected outcomes for a pt taking diuretics
Lowered blood pressure, decreased edema, weight loss, decreased abdominal girth, increased urinary output, increased sodium excretion
57
List potential side effects for a pt taking diuretics
loss of potassium: hypokalemia, hypotension, dehydration
58
What are nursing considerations for a patient taking diuretics
Weigh patient daily, monitor I & O, observe pt for edema and abdominal girth changes, monitor blood levels of potassium, observe for signs of hypokalemia such as weakness and fatigue, monitor blood pressure, instruct in diet related to potassium intake.
59
How is a potassium-sparing diuretic different from a loop or thiazide when considering side effects?
Patients on loop and thiazides are likely to experience low potassium and may need supplements. Those on K-sparing might actually have increased levels of potassium.
60
Normal range for serum potassium:
3.5-5 meg/dL
61
A patient is prescribed lovofloxacin/Levaquin for a UTI, what is the therapeutic effect?
Is an anti-infective and will combat the bacterial pathogen that is causing the UTI.
62
A patient is prescribed phenazopyridine/Pyridium for an UTI, what is the therapeutic effect?
Is an urinary analgesic which will abate symptoms of burning and pain that accompany UTIs but has not effect on the actual organism causing the condition.
63
List medications that could be prescribed for a pt with an ulcer or GERD
ranitidine/Zantac, maalox/Gelusil, omeprazole/Prilosec, aluminum hydroxide/Amphogel, sucralfate/Carafate, esomeprozole/Nexium
64
Which medication makes a protective paste for a pt with an ulcer or GERD
sucralfate/Carafate
65
Which type medication decreases gastric acid production
Histamine receptor antagonist
66
Which type of medications stop all gastric acid secretion
Proton pump inhibitor
67
Which medication is given to slow peristalsis and relieve cramping
dicyclomine/Bentyl
68
Which medication is given to resolve symptoms of Crohn's disease
infliximab/Remicade
69
Antacids are best administered...
after meals
70
atropine sulfate/IsoptoAtropine is a miotic/mydriatic (?) and dilates/constricts (?) the pupil?
mydriatic, dilates
71
What is atropine sulfate/IsoptoAtropine commonly used for?
Used in eye exams to dilate pupils
72
pilocarpine/IsoptoCarpine dilates/constricts (?) the puplil. It is a miotic/mydriatic (?). It is used in the treatment of what condition?
Constricts. Miotic. Used in the treatment of glaucoma, constricting the pupil, thereby reducing intraocular pressure.
73
In allergic or anaphylactic reactions, what medication is likely to be administered?
diphenhydramine/Benadryl
74
In an emergency, allergic or anaphylactic reactions, what medication is likely to be administered?
epinephrine/Adrenalin/EpiPen
75
What are some common symptoms that can indicate an allergic response to a medication?
body rash/hives, flushed face, shortness of breath, swelling of lips/tongue, decreased blood pressure
76
Which anticonvulsant is associated with oral side effects
phenytoin/Dilantin can cause gum swelling (gingival hyperplasia)
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What do anticholinergic medications do?
Slow peristalsis, dry up secretions, relieve gastrointestinal cramping
