PUP Final Review Flashcards
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What is the Brand Name for Doxycycline - Monohydrate?
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Vibramycin, Adoxa, Monodox
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What are the Strengths Doxycycline?
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20mg, 50mg, 100mg, 150mg
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What is the Frequency of Doxycycline?
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q12h
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What is Indications of Doxycycline?
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Treatment of:
- Respiratory Tract Infection (RTI)
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Acne and Skin Infection
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
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What are some Counseling Tips for Doxycycline?
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- Sun Sensitivity: Use sun screen, avoid tanning beds
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Take with food to prevent stomach upset
Do not take food, vitamins, or medication containing Ca, Fe, Mg, or Zn within 2 hrs before or 2 hr after - Decrease effectiveness of Oral Contraceptives
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What is the Brand Name for Amoxicillin?
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Amoxil
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What are the Strengths of Amoxicillin?
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250mg, 500mg, 850mg
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What is the Frequency of Amoxicillin?
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q8h, q12h
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What are the Indications of Amoxicillin?
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Treatment of:
- Respiratory Tract Infections (RTI)
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
- Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT), Skin Infections
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What are some Counseling Tips for Amoxicillin?
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- May Decrease effectiveness of Oral Contraceptives: use additional form of Birth Control during and 1 week after last dose
- CONTRAINDICTED: Penicillin Allergy
- Take with food
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What is the Brand Name for Cephalexin?
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Keflex
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What are the Strengths of Cephalexin?
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250mg, 500mg
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What is the Frequency of Cephalexin?
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q6h, q8h
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What is the Indications of Cephalexin?
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Treatment of:
- Respiratory Tract Infection (RTI)
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
-Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT), Skin and Bone Infections
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What are some Counseling Tips for Cephalexin?
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- Do not take vitamins or medications containing Zn for at least 3 hrs after Cephalexin
- CONTRAINDICATED: Cehpalosporin Allergy
- Caution with Penicillin Allergy
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What is the Brand Name for Azithromycin?
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Zithromax, Z-Pak, Tri-Pak
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What are the Strengths of Azithromycin?
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250mg, 500mg
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What is the Frequency of Azithromycin?
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Z-Pak: Two 250mg Tablets PO (500mg) on day 1, then One Tablet day 2 - 5, q24h
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What is the Indications for Azithromycin?
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Treatment of:
- Respiratory Tract infections (RTI)
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
- Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT), Skin and Eye Infections
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What are some Counseling Tips for Axithromycin?
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- Do not take with an Al or Mg containing antacid
- QTc prolongation occurs rarely
- CONTRAINDICATED: Marcolide Allergy
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What is the Brand Name for Ciprofloxican?
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Cipro, Ciloxan
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What are the Strengths of Ciprofloxican?
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250mg, 500mg, 750mg
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What is the Frequency of Ciprofloxican?
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q12h
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What is the Indications of Ciprofloxican?
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Treatment of:
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI), Prostatitis
- Skin, Bone
- Pneumonia
- Complicated Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Respiratory Tract Infection (RTI), Abdominal Infections
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What are some Counseling Tips for Ciprofloxican?
- QTc Prolongation occurs rarely
- Do not take food or medications containing Ca, Fe within 2 hrs before or 2 hr after
- Sun Sensitivity
- May increase Caffeine Sensitivity
- CONTRAINDICATED: Fluoroquinolone Allergy
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What is the Brand Name for Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim [SMZ-TMP]?
Bactrim DS
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What is the Strength for SMZ-TMP?
800mg[S]/160mg[T]
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What is the Frequency for SMZ-TMP?
q12h
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What is the Indications for SMZ-TMP?
Treatment of:
- Respiratory Tract Infection (RTI)
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- HIV associated infections
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What are some Counseling Tip for SMZ-TMP?
- Sun Sensitivity
- Take with at least 8oz of water
- CONTRAINDICATED: Sulfa Allergy
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What is the Brand Name for Nitrofurantoin?
Macrobid, Macrodantin
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What is the Strength of Nitrofurantoin?
100mg
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What is the Frequency of Nitrofurantoin?
q12h
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What is the Indication of Nirtofurantoin?
Treatment of:
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
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What are some Counseling Tips for Nirtofurantoin?
- Orange or Brown urine [no concern]
- Do not take food or medications containing Mg within 2 hrs before or 2 hrs after Nitrofurantoin
- Take with food/milk to increase absorption
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What is the Brand Name for Metronidazole?
Flagyl
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What are the Strengths for Metronidazole?
250mg, 500mg
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What is the Frequency for Metronidazole?
q6h, q8h, q12h
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What are the Indications for Metronidazole?
Treatment of:
- Abscess
- Vaginosis
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Tract Infections
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
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What are the Counseling Tips for Metronidazole?
- CONTRAINDICATED: Alcohol use during therapy and for 3 days following last dose
- Metallic Taste
- Headache common adverse effects
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What is the Brand Name for Fluconazole?
Diflucan
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What are the Strengths for Fluconazole?
100mg, 150mg, 200mg
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What is the Frequency for Fluconazole?
q24h, single dose for vaginitis
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What is the Indications for Fluconazole?
Treatment of Fungal Infections:
- Mouth (Thrush)
- Skin
- Vagina
- HIV Associated
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What are the Counseling Tips for Fluconazole?
- QTc Prolongation occurs rarely
- Report any new skin rash to the prescriber
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What is the Brand Name for Valacyclovir?
Valtrex
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What is the Strength of Valacyclovir?
500mg, 1g
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What is the Frequency of Valacyclovir?
q8h, q12h, q24h
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What is the Indications for Valacyclovir?
Treatment of Herpes Viral Infections:
- Genitals
- Cold Sores
- Shingles
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What are the Counseling Tips for Valacyclovir?
- Headache common adverse effect
- Does not prevent disease transmission
- Drink lots of fluids to prevent accumulation in kidneys
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What is the Brand Name for Loratadine?
Claritin
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What is the Strength for Loratadine?
5mg, 10mg
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What is the Frequency for Loratadine?
qd
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What is the Indications for Loratadine?
- Allergy symptoms; Runny Nose, Watery Eyes, Sneezing Drainage
- Acute and Chronic Urticaria (Itching) and Rash
- Allergic Allergies?
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What is the Counseling Tips for Loratadine?
Headache
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What is the Brand Name for Diphenhydramine (OTC)?
Benadryl
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What is the Strength for Diphenhydramine?
12.5mg, 25mg, 50mg
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What is the Frequency of Diphenhydramine?
q4-6h prn for allergies, 50mg by mouth at bedtime for sleep
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What are the Indications for Diphenhydramine?
- Allergy symptoms; Runny Nose, Watery Eyes, Sneezing, Drainage
- Insomnia
- Itching
- Motion Sickness
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What are some Counseling Tips for Diphenhydramine?
- Drowsiness
- Alcohol Intensifies
- Paradoxical Hyperactivity in Children
- Dry Mouth
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What is the Brand Name for Fluticasone (OTC)?
Flonase
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What is the Strength for Fluticasone?
50mcg
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What is the Frequency for Fluticasone?
Two Sprays in each nostril once daily
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What is the Indication for Fluticasone?
- Chronic Nasal Allergy Symptoms
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What are some Counseling Tips for Fluticasone?
- Gently Shake before each use
- May take several days for full effect
- Headache
- Sore Throat
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What is the Brand Name for Montelukast?
Singular
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What is the Strengths for Montelukast?
4mg, 5mg, 10mg
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What is the Frequency of Montelukast?
qd
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What is the indications for Montelukast?
- Chronic Nasal Allergy Symptoms
- Asthma
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What are the Counseling Tips for Montelukast?
- Don't use for an acute Asthma Attack
- Headache
- Take dose in the evening to enhance - airways are more relaxed
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What is the Brand Name for Albuterol Sulfate?
ProAir HFA, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA
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What is the Strengths of Albuterol Sulfate?
90mcg
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What is the Frequency of Albuterol Sulfate?
Two puffs PO q4-6h as needed, Prevention of exercise induced asthma: Two puffs PO 15-30 minutes prior to exercise
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What is the Indication of Albuterol Sulfate?
Acute Asthma Symptoms
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What are the Counseling Tips of Albuterol Sulfate?
- Shake Well
- Increased Heart Rate
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What is the Brand Name for Budesonide and Formoterol?
Symbicort
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What is the Strength for Budesonide and Formoterol?
80mcg/4.5mcg, 160mcg/4.5mcg
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What is the Frequency of Budesonide and Formoterol?
Two puffs twice daily
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What is the Indications for Budesonide and Formoterol?
- Asthma
- COPD
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What are some Counseling Tips for Budesonide and Formoterol?
- Shake Well
- Rinse out mouth after each use to prevent oral thrush
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What is the Brand Name for Benzonatate?
Tessalon
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What is the Strength for Benzonatate?
100mg, 200mg
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What is the Frequency of Benzonatate?
tid
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What is the Indication for Benzonatate?
Cough suppressant to relieve dry cough
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What are the Counseling Tips for Benzonatate?
- Drowsiness
- Do not chew (Numbing and Choking)
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What is the Brand Name for Dextromethorphan (OTC)?
Delsym (OTC)
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What is the Strength of Dextromethorphan?
30mg/5ml
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What is the Frequency of Dextromethorphan?
q12h
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What is the Indication for Dextromethorphan?
Cough suppressant to relieve dry cough
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What are some Counseling Tips for Dextromethorphan?
- Shake Well
- Potential for abuse - hallucinogen in high dose
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What is the Brand Name for Guaifenesin (OTC)?
Mucinex (OTC)
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What is the Strength for Guaifenesin?
600mg, 1200mg
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What is the Frequency of Guaifenesin?
q12h
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What is the Indication of Guaifenesin?
Expectorant to loosen chest congestion
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What are some Counseling Tips for Guaifenesin?
- Drink lots of water to thin mucus
- Nausea
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What is the Brand Name for Pseudoephedrine (BTC)?
Sudafed (BTC)
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What are the Strengths for Pseudoephedrine?
30mg, 120mg, 240mg
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What is the Frequency of Pseudoephedrine?
60mg q4-6h prn, 120mg q12h prn, 240mg q24h prn
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What is the Indication for Pseudoephedrine?
Nasal Decongestant
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What are some of the Counseling Tips for Pseudoephedrine?
- Increase Heart Rate
- Jitters
- Insomina
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What is the Brand Name for Amphetamine/Dextroamphetamine (C-II)?
Adderall, Adderall XR
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What are the Strengths of Adderall?
5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 25mg, 30mg
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What is the Frequency for Adderall?
Once Daily
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What is the Indication for Adderall?
- ADHD
- Narcolepsy
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What are some Counseling Tips for Adderall?
- Take in AM due to insomnia
- Weight loss from decrease appetite
- Increased Heart Rate
- Dry Mouth
Headache
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What is the Brand Name for Methylphenidate (C-II)?
Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Concerta
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What is the Strengths for Methylphenidate?
Ritalin:
- 5mg
- 10mg
- 20mg
Concerta:
- 18mg
- 27mg
- 36mg
- 54mg
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What is the Frequency of Methylphenidate?
Once Daily
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What is the Indications for Methylphenidate?
- ADHD
- Nacrolepsy
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What are some Counseling Tips for Methylphenidate?
- Take in AM due to insomnia
- Weight loss from decreased appetite
- Increases heart rate
- Dry Mouth
- Headache
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What is the Brand Name for Escitalopram?
Lexapro
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What are the Strengths for Escitalopram?
5mg, 10mg, 20mg
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What is the Frequency for Escitalopram?
Once Daily
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What is the Indication for Escitalopram?
- Depression
- Anxiety
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What are the Counseling Tips for Escitalopram?
- Headache
- Insomnia or Drowsiness
- Sexual Dysfunction
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What is the Brand Name for Venlafaxine?
Effexor, Effexor XR
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What is the Strength for Venlafaxine?
37.5mg, 75mg, 150mg, 225mg
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What is the Frequency for Venlafaxine?
Once Daily
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What are the Indications for Venlafaxine?
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Panic Disorder
- Social Phobia
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What are the Counseling Tips for Venlafaxine?
- Headache
- Insomnia or drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- take with food if upset stomach
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What is the Brand Name for Fluoxetine?
Prozac, Sarafem
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What is the Strength for Fluoxetine?
10mg, 20mg, 40mg
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What is the Frequency for Fluoxetine?
Once Daily
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What is the Indication for Fluoxetine?
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Major Depressive Disorder
- OCD
- Panic Disorder
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (Sarafem Only)
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What are some Counseling Tips for Fluoxetine?
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Anorexia
- Diarrhea
- Asthenia (Lack of Energy)
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What is the Brand Name for Duloxetine?
Cymbalta
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What is the Strength for Duloxetine?
20mg, 30mg, 60mg
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What is the Frequency for Duloxetine?
Once Daily
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What is the Indications for Duloxetine?
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain
- Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain (EX: Fibromyalgia)
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What are some Counseling Tips for Duloxetine?
- Insomnia or drowsiness
- Take with food if upset stomach occurs
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What is the Brand Name for Sertraline?
Zoloft
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What is the Strengths for Sertraline?
25mg, 50mg, 100mg
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What is the Frequency for Sertraline?
Once Daily
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What is the Indications for Sertraline?
- **Depression**
- **Anixety**
- Panic Disorder
- OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
- PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
- PDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)
- Social Phobia
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What are some Counseling Tips for Sertraline?
- Headache
- Insomnia > Drowsiness
- Take with food if upset stomach occurs
- Sexual Dysfunction
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What is the Brand Name for Amitriptyline?
Elavil
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What is the Strength for Amitriptyline?
10mg, 25mg, 50mg, 75mg, 100mg 150mg
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What is the Frequency for Amitriptyline?
Once daily at bedtime
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What are the Indication for Amitriptyline?
- Depression
- Non FDA approved uses: Chronic Pain, Migraine Prevention, Insomnia
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What are some Counseling Tips for Amitriptyline?
- Drowsiness
- Weight Gain
- Constipation
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What is the Brand Name for Trazodone?
Desyrel
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What is the Strength for Trazodone?
50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 300mg
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What is the Frequency for Trazodone?
Depression
- BID, TID
Insomnia
- 50mg tablet QHS
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What is the Indication for Trazodone?
- Depression
- Non FDA approved use: Insomnia
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What are some Counseling Tips for Trazodone?
- **Drowsiness**
- Take with food to increase absorption
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What is the Brand Name for Bupropion?
Wellbutrin SR, Zyban, Wellbutrin XL
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What is the Strength for Bupropion?
Wellbutrin Sr and Zyban:
- 100mg, 150mg, 200mg
Wellbutrin XL
- 150mg, 300mg
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What is the Frequency for Bupropion?
Sr Dosing:
- One tablet PO daily for 3 - 7 days, then one BID
XL Dosing:
- One 150mg tablet daily for 3 - 7 days, then 300mg tablet daily
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What is the Indications for Bupropion?
Wellbutrin
- Depression
- Seasonal Affective Disorder
Zyban
- Smoking Cessation
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What are some Counseling Tips for Bupropion?
- Insomnia
- Begin 1 week before patient intends to quit smoking
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What is the Brand Name for Aspirin, Acetylsalicycle Acid (ASA), (OTC)?
Bayer Aspirin
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What is the Strength for Aspirin?
81mg, 325mg, 500mg, 650mg
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What is the Frequency for Aspirin?
q4 - 6h
MAX: 4000mg/day for pain, fever, inflammation
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What is the Indication for Aspirin?
- Mild to Moderate Pain
- Fever
- Inflammation (e.g. Arthritis, Sprains)
- Heart Attacks and Stroke Prevention
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What are some Counseling Tips for Aspirin?
- Stomach Upset - Possible Bleeds/Ulceration
- Take with food/milk
- Take with water
- Do not give to children < 18 years old due to risk of Reye's Syndrome
- Ringing in ears with high dose
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What is the Brand Name for Ibuprofen (OTC)?
OTC:
- Advil, Motrin IB
Rx:
- Motrin
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What is the Strength of Ibuprofen?
OTC:
- 200mg
Rx:
- 400mg, 600mg, 800mg
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What is the Frequency for Ibuprofen?
q4 - 6h
OTC MAX: 1200mg/day
Rx MAX: 3200mg/day
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What are the Indications for Ibuprofen?
- Mild to Moderate pain
- Fever
- Inflammation
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What are some Counseling Tips for Ibuprofen?
- Stomach Upset (Possible bleed/ulceration)
- Take with food or milk
- Avoid if history of heart problems
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What is the Brand Name for Naproxen Sodium (OTC)?
OTC:
- Aleve
Rx:
- Anaprox, Anaprox DS
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What is the Strength for Naproxen?
OTC:
- 220mg
Rx:
- 275, DS - 550mg
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What is the Frequency of Naproxen?
q8 - 12h PRN
OTC MAX: 660mg/day
Rx MAX: 1650mg/day
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What is the Indication of Naproxen?
- Mild to Moderate Pain
- Fever
- Inflammation
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What are some Counseling Tips for Naproxen?
- Stomach upset (possible Bleed/Ulceration)
- Take with food or milk
- Avoid if history of heart problems
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What is the Brand Name for Meloxicam?
Mobic
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What is the Strength for Meloxicam?
5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 15mg
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What is the Frequency for Meloxicam?
qd
Tablet MAX: 15mg/day
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What is the Indication for Meloxicam?
- Moderate to Severe pain in adults, typically adjunct therapy with other analgesics
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
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What are some Counseling Tips for Meloxicam?
- Stomach Upset (possible bleed/ulceration)
- Take with Food or Milk
- Avoid if history or heart Problems
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What is the Brand Name for Methylprednisolone?
Medrol
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What is the Strength for Methylprednisolone?
2mg, 4mg, 8mg, 16mg, 32mg
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What is the Frequency for Methylprednisolone?
QD
Dose Pack: 21 Tablets taken over a course of 6 days
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What is the Indication for Methylprednisolone?
- Inflammation
- Asthma Exacerbation
- Posion Ivy
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What are some Counseling Tips for Methylprednisolone?
- Finish entire course
- Take with food or milk to avoid stomach upset
- Take earlier in the day to avoid insomnia
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What is the Brand Name for Hydrocortisone (OTC)?
Ala-cort, Anucort-HC, Instacort 5
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What is the Strength for Hydrocortisone?
0.1%, 0.2%, 0.5%, 1%, 2%, 2.5%
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What is the Frequency for Hydrocortisone?
qd, BID
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What is the Indications for Hydrocortisone?
- Topical Rash and Itching (external)
- Inflammation
- Hemorrhoids (rectal)
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What are some Counseling Tips for Hydrocortisone?
- Localized Burning
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What is the Brand Name for Acetaminophen (APAP), (OTC)?
Tylenol
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What is the Strength for Acetaminophen?
OTC:
- 325mg, 500mg
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What is the Frequency for Acetaminophen?
q4 - 6h PRN
MAX: 3000mg/day
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What is the Indications for Acetaminophen?
- Mild to Moderate pain
- Fever
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What is the Counseling Tips for Acetaminophen?
- APAP in may OTC and Rx combo products
- DO not treat hangovers with APAP due to liver toxicity
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What is the Brand Name for Tramadol?
Ultram
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What is the Strength for Tramadol?
50mg
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What is the Frequency for Tramadol?
q4 -6h PRN
MAX: 400mg/day
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What is the Indication for Tramadol?
Moderate Pain
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What are some Counseling Tips for Tramadol?
- Constipation
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
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What is the Brand Name for Hydrocodone/APAP (C-II)?
Norco, Vicodin, Lortab
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What is the Strength for Hydrocodone/APAP?
Norco:
- 5mg/325mg
- 7.5mg/325mg
- 10mg/325mg
Vicodin:
- 2.5mg/300mg
- 5mg/300mg
- 7.5mg/300mg
- 10mg/300mg
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What is the Frequency for Hydrocodone/APAP?
q4 - 6h PRN
MAX: 3000mg APAP/day
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What is the Indication for Hydrocodone/APAP?
Moderate to Severe Pain
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What are some Counseling Tips for Hydrocodone/APAP?
- Stomach Upset
- Constipation
- Drowsiness
- Consider other APAP counseling tips
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What is the Brand name for Oxycodone (C-II)?
Oxy IR, Oxycontin
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What is the Strength for Oxycodone?
5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 60mg, 80mg
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What is the Frequency for Oxycodone?
BID PRN
MAX: Individualized
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What is the Indication for Oxycodone?
Severe Pain
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What are some Counseling Tips for Oxycodone?
- Stomach Upset
- Constipation
- Drowsiness
- Do not crush or chew CR tablets
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What is the Brand Name for Olanzapine?
Zyprexa
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What is the Strength for Olanzapine?
2.5mg, 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg
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What is the Frequency of Olanzapine?
Once Daily
MAX: 20mg/day
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What is the Indication for Olanzapine?
- Bipolar Disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Treatment Resistant Depression (with fluoxetine)
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What are some Counseling Tips for Olanzapine?
- **Drowsiness**
- **Weight gain**
- Increase blood sugar and/or cholesterol
- **Movement disorder (muscle restlessness, stiffness, or spasms)**
- Decreased sex drive
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What is the Brand Name for Quetiapine?
Seroquel
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What is the Strengths for Quetiapine?
25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg
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What is the Frequency for Quetiapine?
Once Daily
MAX: 800mg/day
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What is the Indication for Quetiapine?
- Bipolar Disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Depression
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What are some Counseling Tips for Quetiapine?
- Drowsiness
- Weight Gain
- Increased BP, Tachycardia
- Increased Appetite
- Dizziness
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What is the Brand Name for Aripiprazole?
Abilify
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What is the Strength for Aripiprazole?
2mg, 5mg, 10mg 15mg, 20mg, 30mg
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What is the Frequency for Aripiprazole?
Once Daily
MAX: 30mg/day
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What is the Indications for Aripiprazole?
- Bipolar Disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Treatment Resistant Depression (Adjunct)
- Irritability associated with Autistic Disorder
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What are some Counseling Tips for Aripiprazole?
- Drowsiness or Insomnia
- Weight Gain
- Movement Disorders
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What is the Brand Name for Topiramate?
Topamax
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What is the Strength for Topiramate?
15mg, 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg
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What is the Frequency for Topiramate?
Twice Daily
MAX: 400mg/day
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What is the Indication for Topiramate?
- Seizures
- Migraine Prevention
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What are some Counseling Tips for Topiramate?
- Dizziness/Drowsiness
- Numbness/Tingling
- Memory Impairment
- Weight Loss doe to decreased appetite from Nausea
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What is the Brand Name for Pregablin (C-V)
Lyrica
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What is the Strength for Pregablin?
50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg
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What is the Frequency for Pregablin?
TID
MAX: 600mg/day
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What is the Indication for Pregablin?
- Neuropathic Pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Seizure Adjunct
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What are some Counseling Tips for Pregablin?
- Drowsiness/Dizziness
- Headache
- Blurred Vision
- Weight Gain
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What is the Brand Name for Gabapetin?
Neurontin
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What is the Strength for Gabapentin?
100mg, 300mg, 400mg
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What is the Frequency for Gabapentin?
TID
MAX: 3600mg/day
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What is the Indication for Gabapentin?
- Nerve Pain from shingles
- Seizure adjunct
- Non FDA use: Nevre Pain Disorder
230
What are some Counseling Tips for Gabapentin?
- Drowsiness/Dizziness
- Uncoordinated Muscle Movements
231
What is the Brand Name for Lamotrigine?
Lamictal
232
What is the Strength for Lamotrigine?
25mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg
233
What is the Frequency for Lamotrigine?
TID
MAX: 700mg/day
234
What is the Indication for Lamotrigine?
- Seizures
- Bipolar Disorder
235
What are some Counseling Tips for Lamotrigine?
- Drowsiness/Dizziness
- Uncoordinated Muscle movements
- Headache
- Blurred/double vision
236
What is the Brand Name of Divalproex Sodium?
Depakote, Depakote ER
237
What is the Strength for Divalproex?
DR Tablet:
- 125mg, 250mg, 500mg
ER Tablets
- 250mg, 500mg
238
What is the Frequency for Divalproex?
DR: TID
ER: Daily
MAX: 4200mg/day
239
What is the Indication for Divalproex?
- Seizures
- Bipolar Disorder
- Migraine Prevention
240
What are some Counseling Tips for Divalproex?
- Drowsiness/Dizziness
- Tremor
- Muscle Weakness
- Upset stomach - May take with food
241
What is the Brand Name for Zolpidem (C-IV)?
Ambien, Ambein CR
242
What is the Strength for Zolpidem?
Ambien:
- 5mg, 10mg
Ambien CR:
- 6.25mg, 12.5mg
243
What is the Frequency for Zolpidem?
At bedtime
244
What is the Indication for Zolpidem?
Insomnia (Short term treatment)
245
What are some Counseling Tips for Zolpidem?
- Take within 20 minutes of bedtime
- Get > 8 hours of rest - May cause next day drowiness
- Risk of abnormal sleep behaviors
246
What is the Brand Name for Temazepam (C-IV)?
Retoril
247
What is the Strength of Temazepam?
7.5mg, 15mg, 22.5mg, 30mg
248
What is the Frequency of Temazepam?
At bedtime
249
What is the Indication for Temazepam?
Insomnia
250
What are some Counseling Tips for Temazepam?
- Take drug **right before you get into bed**
- Get > 8 hours of rest - **may cause next day drowsiness**
- **Headache**
251
What is the Brand Name for Promethazine?
Phenergan
252
What is the Strength for Promethazine?
12.5mg, 25mg, 50mg
253
What is the Frequency of Promethazine?
q4 - 6h PRN
254
What is the Indication for Promethazine?
- Prevents and treats nausea/vomiting
- Motion sickness
- Allergies
255
What is the Counseling Tis for Promethazine?
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Avoid alcohol due to enhanced drowsiness
- Sun Sensitivity
256
What is the Brand Name for Ondansetron?
Zofran
257
What is the Strength for Ondansetron?
4mg, 8mg
258
What is the Frequency for Ondansetron?
q8h PRN
259
What is the Indications for Ondansetron?
- Prevents nausea/vomiting
- Non FDA approved for treatment of Vomiting
260
What are some Counseling Tips for Ondansetron?
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Constipation or Diarrhea
261
What is the Brand Name for Omeprazole (OTC)?
Prilosec
262
What is the Strength of Omeprazole?
10mg, 20mg, 40mg
263
What is the Frequency for Omeprazole?
Daily
264
What is the Indication for Omeprazole?
- Acid reflux/indigestion
- Prevention and Treatment of ulcers
265
What are some Counseling Tips for Omeprazole?
- Works in 1 day up to 4 days for full effect
- Food delays absorption so take > 1 hour before food
- Separate from antacids by 2 hours
266
What is the Brand Name for Famotidine (OTC)?
Pepcid AC
267
What is the Strength for Famotidine?
10mg, 20mg, 40mg
268
What is the Frequency for Famotidine?
BID
269
What is the Indication for Famotidine?
- Acid reflux/ indigestion
- Prevention and treatment of uclers
270
What are some Counseling Tips for Famotidine?
- Works in 1 hour, up to 1 day for full effect
- Can be taken with antacids
271
What is the Brand Name for Magnesium Hydroxide, Aluminum Hydroxide, Simethicone (OTC)?
Maalox
272
What is the Strength for Maalox?
200mg/200mg/20mg per 5ml
273
What is the Frequency for Maalox?
2 - 4 tsp PO QID PRN
274
What is the Indication for Maalox?
Magnesium Hydroxide, Aluminum Hydroxide:
- Acid Reflux/Indigestion
Simethicone:
- Relief of gas pressure/bloating
275
What are some Counseling Tips for Maalox?
- Shake well
- Works within minutes
- Many drug-drug interactions
- Constipation from the Aluminum
- Diarrhea from Magnesium and Simethicone
276
What is the Brand name for Calcium Carbonate?
Tums
277
What is the Strength for Tums?
500mg, 750mg
278
What is the Frequency for Tums?
Chew 2 - 4 tablets PRN
MAX: 7500mg/day if used for indigestion
MAX: 2500mg as supplement
279
What is the Indication for Tums?
- Calcium Supplement
- Acute acid reflux/indigestion
280
What are some Counseling Tips for Tums?
- Constipation
- Chew before swallowing
- Do not use 2 weeks for indigestion
281
What is the Brand Name for Docusate Sodium?
Colace
282
What is the Strength for Docusate?
50mg, 100mg, 250mg
283
What is the Frequency for Docusate?
Daily
284
What is the Indication for Docusate?
Stool Softener to relieve constipation
285
What are some Counseling Tips for Docusate?
- Works in 1 - 3 days
- Take with Water
- Diarrhea, Cramps
286
What is the Brand Name for Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) (OTC)?
GoLYTELY, MiraLAX
287
What is the Strength for Polyethylene Glycol?
17g
288
What is the Frequency for MiraLAX and GoLYTELY?
MiraLAX (Laxative):
- 17g (1 capful) dissolved in 8 oz. of liquid PO once daily PRN
GoLYTELY (Colonoscopy Prep):
- Mix with water to make 1 gallon, drink 8 oz. every 10 minutes
289
What is the Indication of Polyethylene Glycol?
- Osmotic Laxative to relieve constipation
- Bowel evacuant for colonoscopy prep (Non-FDA approved)
290
What are some Counseling Tip for Polyethylene Glycol?
- Laxative works in 1 - 3 days
- Do not take Laxative longer than 1 week without MD approval
- Colon prep works in 1 hour
- Diarrhea, Cramps, Bloating
291
What is the Brand Name for Bisacodyl (OTC)?
Dulcolax
292
What is the Strengths for Bisacodyl?
5mg, 10mg
293
What is the Frequency for Bisacodyl?
Laxative:
- 5 - 15mg PO daily, 10mg rectally daily
Colonoscopy Prep:
- 30mg dose with a MAX: 30mg/day
294
What is the Indication for Bisacodyl?
- Stimulant laxative to relieve constipation
- Bowel evacuant for colonoscopy prep
295
What are some Counseling Tips for Bisacodyl?
- Oral dose works in 8 hours
- Suppository works within 15-60 minutes
- Do not take longer than 1 week without MD approval
- Diarrhea, Cramps
296
What is the Brand Name for Loperamide?
Imodium
297
What is the Strength for Loperamide?
2mg
298
What is the Frequency for Loperamide?
2 Tablets PO after first loose stool, then 1 tablet after each loose stool
MAX: 8mg/day (OTC) or 16mg/day (Rx)
299
What is the Indication for Loperamide?
Slows peristalsis to Treat diarrhea
300
What are some Counseling Tips for Loperamide?
- Drowsiness
- If diarrhea not improved in 2 days, call MD due to de-hydration risk
301
What is the Brand Name for Clopidogrel?
Plavix
302
What is the Strength for Clopidogrel?
75mg
303
What is the Frequency for Clopidogrel?
300mg Loading Dose, 75mg daily
304
What is the Indication for Clopidogrel?
To reduce rate of heart attack and stroke
305
What are some Counseling Tips for Clopidogrel?
- Avoid NSAIDS unless instructed due to increase bleeding risk
- Seek medical attention for unusual or prolonged bleeding or bruising
- Avoid abrupt discontinuation
306
What is the Brand Name for Warfarin?
Coumadin
307
What is the Strength of Warfarin?
1mg, 2mg, 2.5mg, 3mg, 4mg, 5mg, 6mg, 7.5mg, 10mg
308
What is the Frequency of Warfarin?
Daily
309
What is the Indication for Warfarin?
- To prevent blood clots
- Atrial Fibrillation
310
What are some Counseling Tips for Warfarin?
- **Avoid NSAIDS** unless instructed due to increased bleeding risk
- Seek medical attention for unusual or prolonged bleeding bruising
- **Avoid abrupt discontinuation**
- **Keep dietary vitamin K** (green leafy vegetables) and alcohol consumption consistent
- Many drug interaction; discuss new meds with RPh
- **Take Missed dose ASAP, but do not double dose same day**
311
What is the Brand Name for Rivaroxaban?
Xarelto
312
What is the Strength for Rivaroxaban?
2.5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg
313
What is the Frequency for Riveroxaban?
Daily, BID
314
What is the Indication for Rivaroxaban?
- To prevent blood clots
- Atrial Fibrillation
315
What are some Counseling Tips for Rivaroxaban?
- Seek medical attention for unusual or prolonged bleeding or bruising
- Gastroenteritis
- Vomiting
- Cough (pediatric patient)
316
What is the Brand Name for Furosemide?
Lasix
317
What is the Strength for Furosemide?
20mg, 40mg, 80mg
318
What is the Frequency for Furosemide?
Daily, BID
319
What is the Indication for Furosemide?
- Edema (Swelling)
- Heart Failure
- Hypertension
320
What are some Counseling Tips for Furosemide?
- **Sun Sensitivity**
- Decreased Electrolytes (Ca, K, Mg)
- **Dizziness upon standing**
- **Avoiding taking at bedtime - increase urination**
321
What is the Brand Name for Hydrocholorthiazide (HCTZ)?
Mircozide
322
What is the Strength of Hydrochlortohiazide?
12.5mg, 25mg, 50mg
323
What is the Frequency for Hydrochlorothiazide?
Daily
324
What is the Indication for Hydrocholorothiazide?
- Edema
- Hypertension
325
What are some Counseling Tips for Hydrocholorothiazide?
- Sun Sensitivity
- Dizziness upon standing
- Avoid taking at bedtime - increases urination
326
What is the Brand Name for Lisinopril?
Zestril, Prinivil
327
What is the Strength for Lisinopril?
5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg
328
What is the Frequency for Lisinopril?
Daily
329
What is the Indication for Lisinopril?
- Hypertension
- Heart Failure
- Heart Attack
- Migraine Prevention
330
What are some Counseling Tips for Lisinopril?
- Avoid during Pregnancy
- Dizziness
- Dry Cough
- Headache
- Increases Serum Potassium
331
What is the Brand Name for Losartan?
Cozaar
332
What is the Strength for Losartan?
25mg, 50mg, 100mg
333
What is the Frequency for Losartan?
Daily
334
What is the Indication for Losartan?
- Hypertension
- Heart Failure
- Diabetic nephropathy
335
What are some Counseling Tips for Losartan?
- Avoid during pregnancy
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Increases serum potassium
336
What is the Brand Name for Amlodipine?
Norvasc
337
What is the Strength for Amlodipine?
2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg
338
What is the Frequency for Amlodipine?
Daily
339
What is the Indication for Amlodipine?
- Hypertension
- Management of Angina (Chest Pain)
- Raynaud's Syndrome
340
What are some Counseling Tips for Amlodipine?
- Leg Swelling (edema)
- Headache
341
What is the Brand Name for Metoprolol Tartrate & Metroprolol Succinate?
Lopressor (immediate release) & Toprol XL (extended release)
342
What is the Strength for Metoprolol Tartrate & Metoprolol Succinate?
IR:
- 25mg, 50mg, 100mg
XL:
- 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg
343
What is the Frequency for Metoprolol Tartrate & Metoprolol Succinate?
IR:
- BID
XL:
-Daily
344
What is the Indication for Metoprolol Tartrate & Metoprolol Succinate?
- Hypertension
- Post Heart Attack
- Management of Angina (IR only)
- Heart Failure (XL only)
345
What are some Counseling Tips for Metoprolol Tartrate & Metoprolol Succinate?
- Dizziness
- Fatigue (goes away within 7 days)
- Take with food - Better absorption
- Lowers heart rate
- Do not discontinue medication abruptly - increased cardiovascular risk
346
What is the Brand Name for Levothyroxine?
Levoxyl, Synthroid, Tirosint
347
What is the Strength for Levothyroxine?
25mcg, 50mcg, 75mcg, 88mcg, 100mcg, 112mcg, 125mcg, 137mcg, 150mcg, 175mcg, 200mcg
348
What is the Frequency for Levothyroxine?
Daily
349
What is the Indication for Levothyroxine?
Hypothyroidism
350
What are some Counseling Tips for Levothyroxine?
- Take with water at least 30 minutes before breakfast to increase absorption
- Take the same way everyday
- Take > 4 Hours apart from antacids and iron
- May take several weeks to see symptoms improve
351
What is the Brand Name for Tamsulosin?
Flomax
352
What is the Strength for Tamsulosin?
0.4mg
353
What is the Frequency for Tamsulosin?
Daily
354
What is the Indication for Tamsulosin?
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- Ureteral Stone Expulsion
355
What are some Counseling Tips for Tamsulosin?
- Take 30 minutes apart from antacids and iron
- Orthostatic hypertension
- Headache
- Dizziness
356
What is the Brand Name for Tolterodine?
Detrol LA
357
What is the Strength for Tolterodine?
2mg, 4mg
358
What is the Frequency for Tolterodine?
Daily
359
What is the Indication for Tolterodine?
Overactive Bladder
360
What are some Counseling Tips for Tolterodine?
- Constipation
- Dry Mouth
- Headache
361
What is the Brand Name for Donepezil?
Aricept
362
What is the Strength for Donepezil?
5mg, 10mg, 23mg
363
What is the Frequency for Donepezil?
Daily, at bedtime
MAX: 23mg/day
364
What is the Indication for Donepezil?
- Alzheimers Disease
- Dementia
365
What are some Counseling Tips for Donepezil?
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Risk of stomach bleed with NSAIDs
- Prolonged QT interval
366
What is the Brand Name for Alendronate?
Fosamax
367
What is the Strength for Alendronate?
5mg, 10mg, 35mg, 70mg
368
What is the Frequency for Alendronate?
Once weekly
369
What is the Indication for Alendronate?
Osteoporosis
370
What are some Counseling Tips for Alendronate?
- Take 30 minutes before breakfast to increase absorption
- Ensure adequate Ca and Vit. D intake
- Take with 8 oz. of water and remain upright for 30 minutes
- Report heartburn or bone pain to physician
371
What is the Brand Name for Allopurinol?
Zyloprim
372
What is the Strength for Allopurinol?
100mg, 300mg
373
What is the Frequency for Allopurinol?
Daily
MAX: 800mg/day
374
What is the Indication for Allopurinol?
Gout
375
What are some Counseling Tips for Allopurinol?
- Report rash to prescriber if it occurs
- May cause Nausea and/or diarrhea
- Gout attacks may be more frequent in early therapy
376
What is the Brand Name for Oseltamivir?
Tamiflu
377
What is the Strength for Oseltamivir?
30mg, 45mg, 75mg
378
What is the Frequency for Oseltamivir?
Flue Prevention
- One capsule once daily for 10 days
Flu Treatment:
- One capsule twice daily for 5 days
379
What is the Indication for Oseltamivir?
Influenza prevention or treatment
380
What are the Counseling Tips for Oseltamivir?
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Headache
- Does not replace influenza vaccine
- Must initiate within 48 hours of onset of symptoms
381
What is the Brand Name for Ferrous Sulfate (OTC)?
Slow Fe, FeroSul
382
What is the Strength for Ferrous Sulfate?
325mg (65mg Elemental Iron)
383
What is the frequency for Ferrous Sulfate?
Daily, BID, TID
384
What is the Indication for Ferrous Sulfate?
- Iron Deficiency
- Dietary Supplement
385
What are some Counseling Tips for Ferrous Sulfate?
- Best absorbed on empty stomach but take with food if stomach upset occurs
- Separate 2 hours before or after other medications
- Black Stools
- Constipation Common
386
What is the Brand Name for Sumatriptan?
Imitrex
387
What is the Strength for Sumatriptan?
25mg, 50mg, 100mg
388
What is the Frequency for Sumatriptan?
One tablet PO at first sign of migraine, may repeat once in 2 hours if no relief
MAX: 200mg/day
389
What is the Indication for Sumartriptan?
- Acute treatment of migraine
- Cluster headache
390
What are some Counseling Tips for Sumatriptan?
- **Tingling, Dizziness common**
- Avoid if history of cardiovascular disease
- **Overuse (more than 10 days per month) may worsen or increase frequency of headaches**
391
What is the Brand Name for Tadalafil?
Cialis
392
What is the Strength of Tadalafil?
2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, 20mg
393
What is the Frequency for Tadalafil?
Daily
394
What is the Indication for Tadalafil?
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- Pulmonary Hypertension
395
What are some Counseling Tips for Tadalafil?
- Dot no take more than once daily
- Avoid alcohol due to risk of low blood pressure
- Avoid grapefruit juice or lower dose/frequency of Tadalafil use
- Headache and flushing
- Report sudden loss of hearing or vision and discontinue
396
What is the Brand Name for Omega-3 Fatty Acids?
Lovaza
397
What is the Strength for Omega-3 Fatty Acids?
1g
398
What is the Frequency for Omega-3 Fatty Acids?
4g once daily, 2g twice daily
399
What is the Indication for Omega-3 Fatty Acids?
- Hypertriglyceridemia
- Dietary Supplement
400
What are some Counseling Tips for Omega-3 Fatty Acids?
- Burping and tase disturbances
- Swallow whole; do not open
- Refrigerate to reduce taste and smell
401
What is the Brand Name for Fenofibrate?
Trilipix, Tricor
402
What is the Strength for Fenofibrate?
45mg, 48mg, 138mg, 145mg
403
What is the Frequency for Fenofibrate?
Daily
404
What is the Indication for Fenofibrate?
Hypertriglycemia
405
What are some Counseling Tips for Fenofibrate?
- Increase liver enzymes
- Discontinue if gallstones form
- Photosensitivity
406
What is the Brand Name for Atorvastatin?
Lipitor
407
What is the Strength for Atorvastatin?
10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg
408
What is the frequency for Atrovastatin?
Daily
409
What is the Indication for Atorvastatin?
- Hyperlipidemia (Reduce LDL Cholesterol, Reduce Triglycerides, Increase HDL Cholesterol)
- Cardiovascular Disease prevention
410
What are the Counseling Tips for Atorvastatin?
- Increases liver enzymes
- Report unusual muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark urine rhabdomyolysis
- Avoid grapefruit juice (increased drug concentration)
- Contraindicated in pregnancy
- Diarrhea
411
What is the Brand Name for Rosuvastatin?
Crestor
412
What is the Strength for Rosuvastatin?
5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg
413
What is the Frequency for Rosuvastatin?
Daily
414
What is the Indication for Rosuvastatin?
- Hyperlipidemia (Reduce LDL Cholesterol, Reduce Triglycerides, Increase HDL Cholesterol)
- Cardiovascular Disease prevention
415
What are some Counseling Tips for Rosuvastatin?
- Increases liver enzymes
- Report unusual muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark urine rhabdomyolysis
- Avoid grapefruit juice (increased drug concentration)
- Contraindicated in pregnancy
- Diarrhea
416
What is the Brand Name for Ezetimibe?
Zetia
417
What is the Strength for Ezetimibe?
10mg
418
What is the Frequency for Ezetimibe?
Daily
419
What is the Indication for Ezetimibe?
Hyperlipidemia
420
What are some Counseling Tips for Ezetimibe?
- Increased liver enzymes
- Diarrhea
421
What is the Brand Name for Insulin Lispro (Rapid-Acting)?
Humalog
422
What is the Strength for Insulin Lispro?
100units/mL
423
What is the Frequency for Insulin Lispro?
Individualized dosing - Inject 15 mins before or immediately after meals
424
What is the Indication for Insulin Lispro?
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
425
What are some Counseling Tips for Insulin Lispro?
- Low blood sugar (sweating, nausea, dizziness)
- Refrigerate unopened vials
- Discard after 28 days if at room temp
- Let syringe reach room temp prior to injection to avoid painful injection
- Rotate injection sites
426
What is the Brand Name for Insulin Glargine (Long-Acting)?
Lantus
427
What is the Strength for Insulin Glargine?
100units/mL
428
What is the Frequency for Insulin Glargine?
Individualized Dosing - Once Daily
429
What is the Indication for Insulin Glargine?
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
430
What are some Counseling Tips for Insulin Glargine?
- Low blood sugar (sweating, nausea, dizziness)
- Refrigerate unopened vials
- Discard after 28 days if at room temp
- Let syringe reach room temp prior to injection to avoid painful injection
- Rotate injection sites
431
What is the Brand Name for Metformin?
Glucophage
432
What is the Strength for Metformin?
500mg, 850mg, 1000mg
433
What is the Frequency for Metformin?
BID or TID
MAX: 2550mg/day
434
What is the Indication for Metformin?
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Weight Loss
435
What are some Counseling Tips for Meformin?
- Diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain
- Take with food
- Titrate dose up weekly (to reduce stomach upset, diarrhea)
- Long term use can cause Vitamin B-12 deficiency
436
What is the Brand Name for Dapagliflozin?
Farxiga
437
What is the Strength for Dapagliflozin?
5mg, 10mg
438
What is the Frequency for Dapagliflozin?
Daily
439
What is the Indication for Dapagliflozin?
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction
440
What are some Counseling Tips for Dapagliflozin?
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Increased Urine Output
- Decreased Blood Pressure
441
What is the Brand Name for Liraglutide?
Victoza, Saxenda
442
What is the Strength for Liraglutide?
18mg/3mL
443
What is the Frequency for Liraglutide?
0.6mg daily for 1 week, titrated up weekly to 1.8mg daily for Diabetes, 3mg daily for weight management
444
What is the Indication for Liraglutide?
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Weight management
445
What are some Counseling Tips for Liraglutide?
- Low Blood Sugar (Sweating, Nausea, Dizziness)
- Rotatw injection sites
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Headache
446
What is the Brand Name for Ethinyl Estradiol/Norgestimate?
Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Tri-Sprintec, Tri-ViLibra
447
What is the Strength for Ethinyl Estradiol/Norgestimate?
- 0.035mg/0.18mg
- 0.035mg/0.215mg
- 0.035mg/0.25mg
448
What is the Frequency for Ethinyl Estradiol/Norgestimate?
One first phase tablet daily for 7 days;
Then one second phase tablet daily for 7 days;
Then one third phase tablet daily for 7 days;
Then one inactive tablet daily for 7 days
449
What is the Indication for Ethinyl Estradiol/Norgestimate?
- Oral Contraception
- Ance
450
What is the Claim to Fame for Ethinyl Estradiol/Nogestimate?
Tri-phasics mimic natural menstrual cycle
451
What is the Brand Name for Ethinyl Estraiol/Norethindrone/Ferrous Fumarate?
Loestrin Fe 1/20, Junel Fe, Microgestin Fe
452
What is the Strength for Ethinyl Estradiol/Norethindrone/Ferrous Fumarate
0.02mg/1mg/75mg
453
What is the Frequency for Ethinyl Estraiol/Norethindrone/Ferrous Fumarate
Take one active tablet daily for 21 days, then one iron tablet for 7 days
454
What is the Indication for Ethinyl Estraiol/Norethindrone/Ferrous Fumarate?
- Oral Contraception
- Acne
455
What is the Claim to Fame for Ethinyl Estraiol/Norethindrone/Ferrous Fumarate?
Replaces iron lost during menses
456
What is the Brand Name for EthinylEstradiol/Drospirenone?
Yas, Loryna, Jasmiel
457
What is the Strength for EthinylEstradiol/Drospirenone?
0.02mg/3mg
458
What is the Frequency for EthinylEstradiol/Drospirenone?
Active tablet daily for 24 days then one inactive tablet daily for 4 day
459
What is the Indication for EthinylEstradiol/Drospirenone?
- Oral Contraception
- Acne
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
460
What is the Claim to Fame for EthinylEstradiol/Drospirenone?
Only 4 inactive days = shorter menstrual peroids
461
What are some Counseling Tips for EthinylEstradiol/Drospirenone?
Drospirenone lessens the water retention/weight gain side effects of estrogen
462
What ist eh Brand Name for Ethinyl Estradiol/Norelgestromin?
Xulane
463
What is the Strength for Ethinyl Estradiol/Norelgestromin?
0.53mg/4.86mg
464
What is the Frequency for Ethinyl Estradiol/Norelgestromin?
Apply one new patch EACH week for 3 weeks then week 4 is patch free
465
What is the Indication for Ethinyl Estradiol/Norelgestromin?
Contraception
466
What are some Counseling Tips for Ethinyl Estradiol/Norelgestromin?
- Same side effect profile as oral contraceptives but more common
- Adhesive may cause skin rash/rotate sites
- Do not cut patch
- Apply to butt, upper torso, stomach, upper arm
467
What is the Brand Name for Ethinyl Estradiol/Etonogestrel?
NuvaRing
468
What is the Strength for Ethinyl Estradiol/Etonogestrel?
0.015mg/0.12mg/24 hours ER
469
What is the Frequency for Ethinyl Estradiol/Etonogestrel?
Insert one ring into vagina on or before day 5 of cycle and leave in for 3 weeks; then remove on week 4 discard
470
What is the indication for Ethinyl Estradiol/Etonogestrel?
Contraception
471
What are some Counseling Tips for Ethinyl Estradiol/Etonogestrel?
- If it falls out, rinse with cool water and re-insert within 3 hours
- Dont remove for intercourse
- Ring is drug delivery device; not a barrier
472
What is the Brand Name for Medroxyprogesterone?
Depo-Provera
473
What is the Strength for Medroxyprogesterone?
150mg/mL
474
What is the Frequency for Medroxyprogesterone?
150mg deep intramuscular injection in gluteal or deltoid muscle every 3 months
475
What is the Indication for Medroxyprogesterone?
- Contraception
- Endometriosis Pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, amenorrhea
476
What is the Claim to Fame for Medroxyprogesterone?
No Estrogen
477
What are some Counseling Tips for Medroxyprogesterone?
- Nervousness
- Administration by healthcare professional
- Dont use >2 years due to potential bone loss
- Spotting or absent menses may result
478
What is the Brand Name for Levonorgestrel (OTC)?
Plan B One-Step, EContra One-Step
479
What is the Strength for Levonorgestrel?
1.5mg
480
What is the Frequency for Levonorgestrel?
Take 1 tablet PO as soon as possible within 72 hours of unprotected sex
481
What is the Indication for Levonorgestrel?
Emergency post-coital contraception
482
What are some Counseling Tips for Levonorgestrel?
- Same side effect as oral contraceptives but more common
- Fatigue
- No evidence of interaction with antibiotics
- Will not terminate existing Pregnancy
483
What is the Brand Name for Clonazepam?
Klonopin
484
What is the Strength for Clonazepam?
0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg
485
What is the Frequency for Clonazepam?
QD, BID, TID, QID
486
What is the Indication for Clonazepam?
- Panic Disorder
- Seizure Disorder
- OFF LABEL USE: Anxiety
487
What are some Counseling Tips for Clonazepam?
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Ataxia
- Behavioral Problems
488
What is the Brand Name for Alprazolam?
Xanax
489
What is the Strength for Alprazolam?
0.25mg, 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg
490
What is the Frequency for Alprazolam?
BID, TID, or PRN
491
What is the Indication for Alprazolam?
- Panic Disorder
- Anxiety
492
What are some Counseling Tips for Alprazolam?
- Confusion
- Drowsiness
- Excessive Drowiness with alcohol - avoid
- Do not stop drug suddenly if taking routinely
493
What is the Brand Name for Cyclobenzaprine?
Flexeril
494
What is the Strength for Cyclobenzaprine?
5mg, 10mg
495
What is the Frequency for Cyclobenzaprine?
QD, TID, or PRN
496
What is the Indication for Cyclobenzaprine?
Muscle Spasm
497
What are some Counseling Tips for Cyclobenzaprine?
- Dry Mouth (aka Xerostomia)
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
498
What are the general Counseling Tips for Contraceptives?
Side effects for ALL medcations:
- Water retention (Bloating, weight gain, breat tenderness)
- Upset stomach/nausea
- Headache
Non-FDA uses may include:
- Regulation of menstrual cycle
- Lessen menstrual cycle
- Reduce painful menses
Miss a dose?
- Take as soon as possible or with next days' dose; e.g., miss Monday, take 2 on Tuesday. If you miss 2 or more days. refer to package directions.
Products containing Ethinyl Estradiol:
- Increased Cardiovascular Risk (DVT, PE, MI). Not recommended for those: +35 years old, smoker, or history of stroke/blood clots
Tips:
- If OC not started day 1 menses, use additional non-drug form of contraception first week of therapy
- Take same time each day for maximum effectiveness
- Some anti-convulsants (ex: divalproex, lamotrigine) may decrease effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives and/or increase chance of seizures
- None of the medication on this list protect against HIV/AIDS/STDs
