The medication list Flashcards
guaifenesin COMMON STRENGTHS
600mg, 1200mg`
bisacodyl INDICATION
stimulant laxative
bowel evacuant
Nuvaring GENERIC
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel
Alprazolam COMMON STRENGTHS
0.25mg, 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg
donepezil COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg, 23mg
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone INDICATIONS
oral contraception
acne
PDD
shorter mentrual periods
Plan B one-step, Econtra one-step GENERIC
levonorgestrel
pseudoephedrine INDICATIONS
nasal decongestant
zolpidem COUNSELING TIPS
take within 20 min of bedtime
get 8 hours rest, may cause next day drowsiness
risk of abnormal sleep behaviors
allopurinol INDICATION
gout
gabapentin INDICATION
nerve pain from shingles
seizure adjunct
nerve pain disorders
diphenhydramine COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness (enhanced by alcohol)
paradoxical hyperactivity in children
dry mouth
temazepam FREQUENCY
at bedtime
calcium carbonate INDICATION
calcium supplement
acid reflux
loperamide INDICATION
slow peristalsis to treat diarrhea
gabapentin COMMON FREQUENCY
TID
max: 3600mg/day
victoza, saxenda GENERIC
liraglutide
microzide GENERIC
hydrochlorothiazide
promethazine FREQUENCY
q4-6h prn
ibuprofen BRAND
OTC: Advil, Motrin IB
RX: Motrin
Alprazolam COUNSELING TIPS
confusion
drowsiness (excess with alcohol)
do not stop suddenly
Alprazolam INDICATIONS
panic disorder, anxiety
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 25mg, 30mg
Hydrocodone/APAP BRAND
Norco, Vicodin, Lortab
quetiapine INDICATION
bipolar disorder
schizophrenia
depression
Lasix GENERIC
furosemide
fluticasone COMMON STRENGTHS
50mcg
Nitrofurantoin BRAND
Macrobid, Macrodantin
dapagliflozin INDICATIONS
type 2 diabetes
chronic kidney disease
heart failure with reduced ejection fraction
sumatriptan frequency
one tab po at first sign of migraine, 2nd tab in hours if no improvement
MAX: 200mg/day
quetiapine COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness
weight gain
increased BP, tachycardia
increased appetite
dizziness
metformin BRAND
glucophage
budesonide and formoterol COMMON STRENGTH
80mcg/4.5mcg, 160mcg/4.5mcg
insulin glargine INDICATIONS
type 1 diabetes
type 2 diabetes
ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin FREQUENCY
apply new patch each week for 3 weeks, week 4 patch free
Zoloft GENERIC
Sertraline
Valacyclovir INDICATIONS
herpes viral infections of Genitals, Cold Sores, Shingles
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine COUNSELING TIPS
take in AM due to insomnia
weight loss from decreased appetite
increased heart rate
dry mouth
headache
lovaza GENERIC
omega-3 fatty acids
liraglutide COMMON STRENGTHS
18mg/3ml
gabapentin COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness/dizziness
uncoordinated muscle movements
insulin glargine FREQUENCY
individualized dosing
once daily
bisacodyl BRAND
dulcolax
spironolactone BRAND
aldactone
famotidine COMMON STRENGTHS
10mg, 20mg, 40 mg
albuterol sulfate COUNSELING TIPS
shake well
increased heart rate
benzonatate INDICATIONS
cough suppressant to relieve dry cough
Proair HFA, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA GENERIC
albuterol sulfate
aspirin BRAND
Bayer Aspirin
Side effects for ALL medications in list #2
water retention
upset stomach/nausea
headache
lamotrigine BRAND
lamictal
Valacyclovir COMMON FREQUENCY
q8h, q12h, q24h
hydrochlorothiazide BRAND
microzide
fosamax GENERIC
alendronate
oseltamivir COMMON STRENGTHS
20mg, 45mg, 75mg
temazepam BRAND
restoril
hydrocodone/APAP COUNSELING TIPS
stomach upset
constipation
drowsiness
consider other APAP counseling tips
Plavix GENERIC
clopidogrel
acetaminophen FREQUENCY
q4-6h prn
max 3000mg/day
warfarin BRAND
coumadin
hydrochlorothiazide FREQUENCY
qd
divalproex sodium COMMON STRENGTHS
DR: 125mg, 250mg, 500mg
ER: 250mg, 500mg
Ethinyl Estradiol/norelgestromin BRAND
Xulane
tramadol FREQUENCY
q4-6h PRN
Max: 400mg/day
zolpidem INDICATION
insomnia (short term)
alendronate COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg, 35mg, 70mg
insuline glargine COMMON STRENGTHS
100mg/ml
allopurinol COUNSELING TIPS
report rash
may cause nausea and/or diarrhea
gout attacks may be more frequent in early therapy
zolpidem FREQUENCY
at bedtime
quetiapine BRAND
seroquel
ambien, ambien cr GENERIC
zolpidem
bupropion BRAND
wellbutrin SR, Zyban, Wellbutrin XL
Claritin GENERIC
loratadine
restoril GENERIC
temazepam
rosuvastatin FREQUENCY
qd
donepezil BRAND
aricept
atorvastatin BRAND
lipitor
Tums GENERIC
calcium carbonate
Sertraline COMMON STRENGTHS
25mg, 50mg, 100mg
magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone BRAND
Maalox
Leostrin Fe 1/20, Junel Fe, Microgestin Fe GENERIC
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate
donepezil COUNSELING TIPS
nausea
diarrhea
risk of stomach bleed with NSAIDS
prolonged QT interval
abilify GENERIC
aripiprazole
cozaar GENERIC
losartan
methylprednisolone BRAND
Medrol
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel FREQUENCY
insert 1 ring into vagina on or before day 5 cycle and leave in for 3 weeks, then remove on week 4 and discard
Nitrofurantoin COMMON STRENGTHS
100mg
budesonide and formoterol BRAND
symbicort
methylphenidate COMMON STRENGTHS
Ritalin: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg
Concerta: 18mg, 27mg, 36mg, 54mg
Amoxicillin COMMON STRENGTHS
250mg, 500mg, 875mg
humalog GENERIC
insulin lispro
metformin COUNSELING TIPS
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
Hydrocodone/APAP INDICATIONS
moderate to severe pain
dextromethorphan FREQUENCY
q12h
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate COMMON FREQUENCY
take 1 active tab daily x 21 days, then 1 iron tablet x 7 days
montelukast COUNSELING TIPS
don’t use for acute asthma attack
headache
take dose in evening (airway more relaxed)
venlafaxine COMMON STRENGTHS
37.5mg, 75mg, 150mg, 225mg
olanzapine INDICATIONS
bipolar disorder
schizophrenia
treatment resistant depression (with fluoxetine)
Valacyclovir BRAND
Valtrex
Metronidazole COUNSELING TIPS
contraindicated: alcohol use, avoid during and 3 days after last dose
metallic taste in mouth
headache
clonazepam COMMON STRENGTHS
0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg
insulin lispro FREQUENCY
individualized dosing
15 min before and immediately after meals
ciprofloxacin COMMON FREQUENCY
q12h
oseltamivir COUNSELING TIPS
nausea/vomiting
headache
does not replace influenza vaccine
must initiate within 48 hrs of symptoms
delsym GENERIC
dextromethorphan
Lexapro GENERIC
escitalopram
levothyroxine COMMON STRENGTHS
25mcg, 50mcg, 75mcg, 88mcg, 100mcg, 112mcg, 125mcg, 137mcg, 150mcg, 175mcg, 200mcg
rivaroxaban COUNSELING TIPS
seek medical attention for prolonged bleeding/bruising
gastroenteritis
vomiting
cough (pediatric patients)
bupropion FREQUENCY
SR: one tab po daily for 3-7 days, then one tab bid
XL: one 150mg tab daily for 3-7 days, then 300 mg daily
levothyroxine BRAND
levoxyl, synthroid, tirosint
crestor GENERIC
rosuvastatin
Yaz, Loryna, Jasmiel GENERIC
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone
Xanax GENERIC
Alprazolam
Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Tri-Sprintec, Tri-vilybra GENERIC
ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate
allopurinol BRAND
zyloprim
maalox indication
magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide: acid reflux/indigestion
simethicone–relief of gas pressure/bloating
docusate soduim INDICATION
stool softener to relieve constipation
flomax GENERIC
tamsulosin
Metronidazole BRAND
Flagyl
Methylprednisolone COMMON STRENGTHS
2mg, 4mg, 8mg, 16mg, 32mg
Oxycodone COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 60mg, 80mg
bisacodyl COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg
ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate INDICATIONS
oral contraception, acne,
tri-phasics mimic natural menstrual cycle
insulin lispro COMMON STRENGTHS
100 units/ml
cymbalta GENERIC
duloxetine
omeprazole FREQUENCY
daily
Nitrofurantoin INDICATIONS
UTI
trazodone FREQUENCY
BID, TID (depression)
50mg tab QHS (insomnia)
ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin COMMON STRENGTHS
0.53mg/4.86mg
tamsulosin FREQUENCY
qd
Maalox: COUNSELING TIPS
shake well
works within minutes
many drug-drug interactions
constipation from aluminum
diarrhea from simethicone and magnesium
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel BRAND
nuvaring
losartan COMMON STRENGTHS
25mg, 50mg, 100mg
tolterodine BRAND
detrol LA
prilosec GENERIC
omeprazole
donepezil FREQUENCY
qd at bedtime
max 23 mg daily
rosuvastatin COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg
temazepam INDICATION
insomnia
loperamide FREQUENCY
2 tabs po after 1st stool, then 1 tab after each stool
otc max: 8mg/day
rx max: 16mg/day
Metronidazole INDICATIONS
abscess, vaginosis, GI tract infections, STI
amlodipine BRAND
norvasc
Montelukast COMMON STRENGTHS
4mg, 5mg, 10mg
Cyclobenzaprine INDICATIONS
muscle spasms
pseudoephedrine COUNSELING TIPS
increased heart rate
jitters
insomnia
warfarin INDICATIONS
prevent blood clots
atrial fibrillation
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone BRAND
Yaz, Loryna, Jasmiel
sudafed GENERIC
pseudoephedrine
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate COMMON STRENGTHS
0.02mg/1mg/75mg
Ethinyl Estradiol/Norgestimate BRAND
Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Tri-Sprintec, Tri-vilybra
lopressor (IR) + Toprol XL (ER) GENERIC
metoprolol tartrate + metoprolol succinate
budesonide and formoterol INDICATIONS
asthma, COPD
quetiapine COMMON FREQUENCY
qd
max: 800mg/day
omega-3 fatty acids INDICATION
hypertriglyceridemia
dietary supplements
topiramate INDICATION
seizures
migraine prevention
cyclobenzaprine BRAND
Flexeril
aspirin FREQUENCY
q4-6h prn
Max: 4000mg a day for pain, fever, inflammation
lamotrigine COUNSELING TIPS
drowziness/dizziness
uncoordinated muscle movements
headache
blurred/double vision
Valacyclovir COMMON STRENGTHS
500mg, 1g
lamotrigine COMMON STRENGTHS
25mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg
trilipix, tricor GENERIC
fenofibrate
benzonatate COMMON STRENGTHS
100mg, 200mg
tamiflu GENERIC
oseltamivir
tolterodine FREQUENCY
qd
levothyroxine INDICATION
hypothyroidism
furosemide INDICATION
edema
heart failure
hypertension
olanzapine COUNSELING TIPS
Drowsiness
weight gain
increased blood sugar and/or cholesterol
movement disorders
decreased sex drive
Oxy IR, oxycontin GENERIC
Oxycodone
dapagliflozin FREQUENCY
qd
insulin lispro + insulin glargine counseling tips
low blood sugar (sweating, nausea, dizziness)
refrigerate unopened vials
discard after 28 days if at room temp
let syringe reach room temp
rotate injection sites
clopidogrel INDICATION
reduce rate of heart attack and stroke
Flexeril GENERIC
cyclobenzaprine
furosemide COUNSELING TIPS
sun sensitivity
decreased electrolytes
dizziness upon standing
avoid taking at bedtime (increases urination)
tolterodine COMMON STRENGTHS
2mg, 4mg
omega-3 fatty acids COUNSELING TIPS
burping and taste disturbances
swallow whole, do not open
refrigerate to reduce taste and smell
insulin glargine BRAND
Lantus
Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP) BRAND
Bactrim DS
Doxycycline Monohydrate BRAND
Vibramycin, adoxa, monodox
Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Concerta GENERIC
methylphenidate
Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim COMMON STRENGTHS
800mg(S)/160mg(T)
sertraline FREQUENCY
qd
amitriptyline INDICATIONS
depression, chronic pain, migraine prevention, insomnia
warfarin COUNSELING TIPS
same as clopidogrel, plus
keep vitamin K and alcohol consumption consistent
many drug interactions
take missed dose asap, but not 2 in one day
dextromethorphan INDICATIONS
cough suppressant to relieve dry cough
sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim COMMON FREQUENCY
q12h
Valacyclovir COUNSELING TIPS
headache
does not prevent disease transmission (do not have sex while sores are present)
drink lots of fluids to prevent accumulation in kidneys
ezetimibe INDICATION
hyperlipidemia
ferrous sulfate INDICATION
iron deficiency
dietary supplement
metformin FREQUENCY
BID or TID
max: 2550 mg / day
quetiapine COMMON STRENGTHS
25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg
benzonatate BRAND
tessalon
Singulair GENERIC
Montelukast
trazodone BRAND
Desyrel
tamsulosin COMMON STRENGTHS
0.4 mg
aripiprazole COMMON STRENGTHS
2mg, 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg
Cipro, Ciloxan GENERIC
Ciprofloxacin
hydrocodone/APAP COMMON STRENGTHS
Norco: 5mg/325mg, 7.5mg/325mg, 10mg/325mg
Vicodin: 2.5mg/300mg, 5mg/300mg, 7.5mg/300mg, 10mg/300mg
atorvastatin INDICATION
hyperlipidemia
reduce LDC and trigycerides, increase HDL
cardiovascular disease prevention
methylphenidate FREQUENCY
qd
wellbutrin SR, Zyban, Wellbutrin XL
bupropion
dextromethorphan COUNSELING TIPS
shake well
potential for abuse – hallucinogen
budesonide and formoterol FREQUENCY
2 puffs twice daily
Oxycodone BRAND
Oxy IR, Oxycontin
slow fe, ferosul GENERIC
ferrous sulfate
promethazine COUNSING TIPS
drowsiness
dizziness
avoid alcohol due to higher drowsiness
sun sensitivity
symbicort GENERIC
budesonide and formoterol
naproxen sodium COMMON STRENGTHS
OTC: 220 mg
RX: 275mg, 550mg
dapagliflozin COUNSELING TIPS
UTI
increased urine output
decreased blood pressure
cialis GENERIC
tadalafil
Diphenhydramine COMMON STRENGTHS
12.5mg, 25mg, 50 mg
ferrous sulfate COMMON STRENGTH
325mg (65mg elemental iron)
naproxen sodium INDICATION
mild to moderate pain, fever, inflammation
docusate sodium BRAND
colace
medroxyprogesterone INDICATIONS
contraception
endometriosis pain, abnormal uterine bleeding, amenorrhea
no estrogen
Vibramycin, Adoxa, Monodox GENERIC
Doxycycline Monohydrate
spironolactone COMMON STRENGTHS
25mg, 50mg, 100mg
benzonatate FREQUENCY
TID
bupropion INDICATION
Wellbutrin: depression, seasonal affective disorder
Zyban: smoking cessation
tylenol GENERIC
acetaminophen
Ciprofloxacin INDICATIONS
STI, prostatitis, pneumonia, skin, bone, complicated UTI, RTI, abdominal infections
hydrocortisone INDICATIONS
topical rash and itching (external)
inflammation
hemorrhoids (rectal)
montelukast FREQUENCY
QD
fenofibrate COMMON STRENGTHS
45mg, 48mg, 138mg, 145mg
Bactrim DS GENERIC
Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP)
Medrol GENERIC
methylprednisolone
golytely, miralax GENERIC
polyethylne glycol
Doxycycline monohydrate COMMON STRENGTHS
20mg, 50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg
Neurontin GENERIC
gabapentin
duloxetine COUNSELING TIPS
insomnia or drowsiness
take with food if upset stomach occurs
prilosec GENERIC
omeprazole
Coumadin GENERIC
warfarin
allopurinol FREQUENCY
daily
max: 800 mg/day
acetaminophen INDICATIONS
mild to moderate pain
fever
levothyroxine COUNSELING TIPS
take with water 30 min before breakfast
take same way every day
take 4 hours apart from antacids and iron
may take several weeks before improvement
ezetimibe FREQUENCY
qd
cyclobenzaprine FREQUENCY
QD, TID, PRN
naproxen sodium BRAND
OTC: Aleve
RX: anaprox, anaprox ds
Keflex GENERIC
cephalexin
Alprazolam COMMON FREQUENCY
BID, TID, PRN
duloxetine COMMON STRENGTHS
20mg, 30mg, 60mg
metoprolol tartrate + succinate COUNSELING TIPS
dizziness
fatigue (goes away within 7 days)
take with food (better absorption)
lowers heart rate
do not discontinue abruptly – increases cardiovascular risk
levothyroxine FREQUENCY
qd
aripiprazole BRAND
abilify
hydrocodone/APAP COMMON FREQUENCY
q4-6h PRN
Max: 3000 mg/day
zolpidem COMMON STRENGTHS
ambien: 5mg, 10mg
ambien cr: 6.25mg, 12.5mg
fluoxetine COMMON STRENGTHS
10mg, 20mg, 40mg
cephalexin INDICATIONS
RTI, UTI, ENT, skin and bone infections
Elavil GENERIC
amitriptyline
ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin INDICATIONS
contraception
advil, motrin IB, motrin
ibuprofen
Ondansetron BRAND
zofran
Ethinyl Estradiol/Norgestimate FREQUENCY
one first phase tablet daily x7 days, one second phase tablet daily x7 days, one third phase tablet daily x 7 days, one inactive tablet daily for 7 days
diflucan GENERIC
fluconazole
lamictal GENERIC
lamotrigine
ultram GENERIC
tramadol
sumatriptan INDICATION
acute treatment of migraine
cluster headaches
albuterol sulfate COMMON STRENGTH
90mcg
lisinopril COUNSELING TIPS
avoid during pregnancy
dizziness
dry cough
headache
increase serum potassium
amlodipine INDICATION
hypertension
management of angina (chest pain)
raynaud’s phenomenon
rosuvastatin INDICATION
hyperlipidemia
reduce LDL and triglycerides, increase HDL
cardiovascular disease prevention
polyethylene glycol INDICATION
osmotic laxative
bowel evacuant
omeprazole INDICATION
acid reflex
prevent ulcerrs
fenofibrate INDICATION
hypertriglyceridemia
Mobic GENERIC
Meloxicam
Azithromycin COMMON FREQUENCY
two 250 mg tabs PO on day 1, then 1 tab days 2-5, q24h
fenofibrate COUNSELING TIPS
increased liver enzyme
discontinue if gallstones form
photosensitivity
tessalon GENERIC
benzonatate
zolpidem BRAND
ambien, ambien cr
bisacodyl FREQUENCY
laxative: 5-15mg daily, 10mg rectally daily
colonoscopy prep: 30 mg loading dose, max 30mg daily
amlodipine COUNSELING TIPS
leg swelling (edema)
headache
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone FREQUENCY
active tablet daily for 24 days, then 1 inactive tablet daily for 4 days
Benadryl GENERIC
Diphenhydramine
glucophage GENERIC
metformin
hydrocortisone COMMON STRENGTHS
0.1%, 0.2%, 0.5%, 1%, 2%, 2.5%
medroxyprogesterone COMMON STRENGTHS
150mg/ml
seroquel GENERIC
quetiapine
Montelukast INDICATIONS
chronic nasal allergy symptoms, asthma
warfarin FREQUENCY
qd
Metoprolol tartrate + succinate COMMON STRENGTHS
IR: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg
ER: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200 mg
ferrous sulfate FREQUENCY
daily, BID, TID
losartan INDICATIONS
hypertension
heart failure
diabetic nephropathy
Bupropion COMMON STRENGTHS
SR and Zyban: 100, 150, 200mg
XL: 150, 300 mg
imodium GENERIC
loperamide
Azithromycin INDICATIONS
RTI, STI, ENT, skin, and eye infections
methylphenidate COUNSELING TIPS
take in AM due to insomnia
weight loss from decreased appetite
increased heart rate
dry mouth
headache
effexor, effexor xr GENERIC
venlafaxine
acetaminophen COUNSELING TIPS
apap in many OTC and RX combos
do not treat hangovers with APAP due to liver toxicity
Ciprofloxacin COMMON STRENGTHS
250mg, 500mg, 750mg
Amoxicillin COUNSELING TIPS
may decrease BC, take additional dose during and 1 wk after last dose
contraindicated if penicillin allergy
Non-FDA uses for medication list #2
regulation of menstrual cycle
lessen menstrual dose
reduce painful menses
calcium carbonate BRAND
Tums
fluticasone BRAND
flonase
famotidine INDICATIONS
acid reflux
prevent/treat ulcers
Desyrel GENERIC
trazodone
dulcolax GENERIC
bisacodyl
Phenergan GENERIC
promethazine
venlafaxine INDICATIONS
depression, anxiety, panic disorder, social phobia
cyclobenzaprine COUNSELING TIPS
dry mouth (xerostomia)
dizziness
drowsiness
rosuvastatin BRAND
crestor
Products containing ethinyl estradiol COUNSELING TIPS
up cardiovascular risk, not recommended for those +35 years old, smoker, or history of stroke/blood clots
levonorgestrel BRAND
Plan B One-step, Econtra One-step
temazepam COUNSELING TIPS
take drug right before bed
get 8hrs rest
headache
methylprednisolone COMMON FREQUENCY
QD, dose pack: 21 tabs taken over 6 days
famotidine COUNSELING TIPS
works in 1 hour, up 1 day for full effect
can be taken with antacids
ibuprofen FREQUENCY
q4-6h prn
OTC max: 1200mg/day
RX max: 3200 mg/day
bupropion COUNSELING TIPS
insomnia
begin 1 week before patient intends to quit smoking
Klonopin GENERIC
clonazepam
loratadine FREQUENCY
QD
polyethylene glycol FREQUENCY
miralax: dissolve 17 g in 8 oz liquid once daily prn
Golytely–mix with water to make 1 gallon, drink every ten minutes
ezetimibe COUNSELING TIPS
increased liver enzymes
diarrhea
duloxetine INDICATIONS
depression
anxiety
diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain
chronic musculoskeletal pain
Meloxicam BRAND
Mobic
topiramate COMMON STRENGTHS
15mg, 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg
tadalafil COUNSELING TIPS
do not take more than once daily
avoid alcohol due to risk of low blood pressure
avoid grapefruit juice or lower dose/frequency
headache/flushing
report sudden loss of hearing or vision and discontinue use
clopidogrel COMMON STRENGTHS
75mg
ala-cort, anucort-hc, instacort 5 GENERIC
hydrocortisone
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumarate INDICATIONS
oral contraception, acne
replace iron lost in menses
Loratadine BRAND
Claritin
fluticasone FREQUENCY
2 sprays in each nostril daily
Doxycycline monohydrate COMMON FREQUENCY
q12h
aspirin INDICATION
mild to moderate pain
fever
inflammation
heart attack and stroke prevention
metformin COMMON STRENGTH
500mg, 850mg, 1000mg
furosemide COMMON STRENGTHS
20mg, 40mg, 80mg
Alprazolam BRAND
Xanax
lisinopril BRAND
zestril, prinivil
depakote, depakote ER GENERIC
divalproex sodium
tramadol BRAND
ultram
fluoxetine COUNSELING TIPS
sexual dysfunction
anorexia
diarrhea
asthenia (lack of energy)
levonorgestrel FREQUENCY
take 1 tab po within 72 hrs unprotected sex
dapagliflozin BRAND
farxiga
famotidine FREQUENCY
BID
tolterodine INDICATION
overactive bladder
polyethylene glycol BRAND
golytely, miralax
venlafaxine BRAND
effexor, effexor xr
gabapentin COMMON STRENGTHS
100mg, 300mg, 400mg
cephalexin COMMON STRENGTHS
250mg, 500mg
Prozac, sarafem GENERIC
fluoxetine
ferrous sulfate COUNSELING TIPS
best absorbed on empty stomach, take with food if upset occurs
separate 2 hours before or after other meds
black stools
constipation
spironolactone INDICATION
heart failure, hypertension, acne, hormone therapy
Loratadine INDICATIONS
allergy symptoms, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, drainage
acute and chronic uticaria (itching) and rash
omeprazole COUNSELING TIPS
works in 1 day, up to 4 days for full effects
food delays absoprion, so 1 hour before breakfast
separate from antacids by 2 hours
fluticasone COUNSELING TIPS
gently shake before each use
may take several days for full effect
headache
sore throat
hydrochlorothiazide COUNSELING TIPS
sun sensitivity
dizziness upon standing
avoid taking at bedtime (increases urination)
Diphenhydramine BRAND
Benadryl
losartan BRAND
cozaar
topiramate COUNSELING TIPS
dizziness/drowsiness
numbness/tingling
memory impairment
weight loss due to decreased appetite from nausea
ibuprofen INDICATION
mild to moderate pain
fever
inflammation
losartan COUNSELING TIPS
avoid during pregnancy
dizziness
headache
increases serum potassium
pregabalin frequency
TID
max: 600mg/day
trazodone COMMON STRENGTHS
50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 300mg
venlafaxine COUNSELING TIPS
headache
insomnia or drowsiness
dry mouth
take with food if upset stomach
ciprofloxacin COUNSELING TIPS
QTC prolongation rare, interactions with many diff meds
do not take food or medications containing Ca2+. or Fe2+ within 2 hrs before or after ciprofloxacin
sun sensitivity
caffeine sensitivity
contraindicated if fluoroquinolone allergy
lisinopril INDICATION
hypertension
heart failure
heart attack
migraine prevention
hydrochlorothiazide INDICATION
edema
hypertension
xarelto GENERIC
rivaroxaban
ondansetron COMMON STRENGTHS
4mg, 8mg
farxiga GENERIC
dapagliflozin
ibuprofen COMMON STRENGTHS
OTC: 200mg
RX: 400mg, 600mg, 800mg
ondansetron FREQUENCY
q8h prn
Lantus GENERIC
insulin glargine
Nitrofurantoin COMMON FREQUENCY
q12h
loperamide BRAND
imodium
Valtrex GENERIC
Valacyclovir
acetaminophen BRAND
tylenol
spironolactone FREQUENCY
daily, bid
methylprednisolone INDICATIONS
inflammation
asthma exacerbations
poison ivy
pseudoephedrine FREQUENCY
60mg q4-6h prn, 120mg q12h prn, 240mg q24h prn
temazepam COMMON STRENGTHS
7.5mg, 15mg, 22.5mg, 30 mg
Olanzapine BRAND
Zyprexa
liraglutide indications
type 2 diabetes
weight management
amoxicillin COMMON FREQUENCY
q8h, q12h
oseltamivir BRAND
tamiflu
guaifenesin FREQUENCY
q12h
aripiprazole FREQUENCY
qd
max: 30mg/day
omega-3 fatty acids COMMON FREQUENCY
4g once daily, 2g twice daily
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone COMMON STRENGTHS
0.02mg/3mg
Mucinex GENERIC
guaifenesin
Zetia GENERIC
ezetimibe
imitrex GENERIC
sumatriptan
dextromethorphan COMMON STRENGTHS
30mg/5ml
clonazepam COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness
fatigue
ataxia
behavioral problems
alendronate INDICATION
osteoporosis
Metronidazole COMMON STRENGTHS
250mg, 500mg
dextromethorphan BRAND
delsym
duloxetine BRAND
cymbalta
liraglutide BRAND
victoza, saxenda
divalproex sodium FREQUENCY
DR: TID
ER: daily
Max: 4200 mg/day
More counseling tips for Medication list #2
if not started on day 1 of menses, use additional non-drug form of contraception first week of therapy
take same time each day
some anticonvulsants reduce effectiveness of BC, increase chance of seizures
nothing on list protects against HIV/AIDS/STDs
insulin lispro INDICATIONS
type 1 diabetes
type 2 diabetes
montelukast BRAND
singulair
polyethylene glycol COUNSELING TIPS
laxatives works in 1-3 days
do not take more than 1 week
colon prep works in 1hour
diarrhea, cramps, bloating
tamsulosion COUNSELING TIPS
take 30 min after same meal each day
orthostatic hypotension
headache
dizziness
sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim INDICATIONS
RTI, UTI, HIV-associated infections
clonazepam FREQUENCY
qd, bid, tid, qid
Hydrocortisone BRAND
ala-cort, anucort-hc, instacort 5
Flagyl GENERIC
Metronidazole
Azithromycin COMMON STRENGTHS
250mg, 500mg
furosemide BRAND
Lasix
Amoxicillin INDICATIONS
RTI, UTI, STI, ENT, skin infections
medroxyprogesterone COUNSELING TIPS
nervousness
administered by healthcare professional
do not use for greater than 2 years due to bone loss
spotting or absent menses may result
omeprazole BRAND
Prilosec
sertraline COUNSELING TIPS
headache
insomnia > drowsiness
take with food if stomach upset occurs
sexual dysfunction
loperamide COMMON STRENGTHS
2mg
topamax GENERIC
topiramate
Maalox FREQUENCY
2-4 tsp po qid prn
pseudoephedrine COMMON STRENGTHS
30mg, 120mg, 240mg
amlodipine FREQUENCY
qd
albuterol sulfate FREQUENCY
2 puffs po q4-6h as needed, prevent exercise induced asthma, 2 puffs PO 15-30 min before exercise
insulin lispro BRAND
humalog
Oxycodone FREQUENCY
BID PRN
Max: individualized
clonazepam BRAND
Klonopin
loratadine COUNSELING TIPS
headache
ondansetron INDICATIONS
prevents nausea and vomiting
treats people with vomiting
Olanzapine COMMON STRENGTHS
2.5mg, 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg
Azithromycin BRAND
Zithromax, Z-Pak, Tri-Pak
norvasc GENERIC
amlodipine
zofran GENERIC
Ondansetron
famotidine BRAND
pepcid AC
aldactone GENERIC
spironolactone
pseudoephedrine BRAND
sudafed
rivaroxaban INDICATION
prevent blood clots
atrial fibrillation
Fluconazole COUNSELING TIPS
QTC prolongation occurs rarely, but possible interactions with many meds
report any new skin rash to prescriber
Metformin INDICATION
type 2 diabetes
polycystic ovary syndrome
weight loss
spironolactone COUNSELING TIPS
gynecomastia
increased serum potassium
diarrhea
irregular menses
alendronate BRAND
fosamax
Ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate COMMON STRENGTHS
0.035mg/0.18mg, 0.035mg/0.215mg, 0.035mg/0.25mg
trazodone COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness
take with food to increase absorption
docusate sodium COUNSELING TIPS
works in 1-3 days, take with water, diarrhea, cramps
sumatriptan BRAND
imitrex
ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin COUNSELING TIPS
same side effects as oral BC but more common
adhesives may cause rash (rotate sites)
do not cut patch
apply patch to butt, upper torso, stomach, upper arm
atorvastatin FREQUENCY
qd
naproxen sodium COMMON FREQUENCY
q8-12h
OTC Max: 660mg/day
RX: 1650 mg/day
calcium carbonate COMMON STRENGTHS
500mg, 750mg
lisinopril COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg
Norco, Vicodin, Lortab GENERIC
hydrocodone/APAP
furosemide FREQUENCY
daily, bid
omega-3 fatty acids BRAND
lovaza
loratadine COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg
duloxetine FREQUENCY
qd
Amoxil GENERIC
Amoxicillin
fluoxetine FREQUENCY
qd
cephalexin FREQUENCY
q6h, q8h
escitalopram COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg, 20mg
Metronidazole COMMON FREQUENCY
q6h, q8h, q12h
Oxycodone COUNSELING TIPS
Stomach upset
constipation
drowsiness
do not crush or chew CR tabs
oseltamivir FREQUENCY
prevention: 1 po qd x 10 days
treatment 1 po bid x 5 days
Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim COUNSELING TIPS
sun sensitivity
take with 8 oz water
contraindicated if sulfa allergy
amitriptyline BRAND
Elavil
escitalopram BRAND
Lexapro
alendronate COUNSELING TIPS
take 30 mins before breakfast
ensure adequate ca2+ and vit D intake
take with 8oz of water and remain upright for 30 minutes
report heartburn or bone pain to physician
warfarin COMMON STRENGTHS
1mg, 2mg, 2.5mg, 3mg, 4mg, 5mg, 6mg, 7.5mg, 10mg
Flonase GENERIC
fluticasone
Diphenhydramine FREQUENCY
q4-6h prn allergies, 50 mg at bedtime for sleep
depo-provera GENERIC
medroxyprogesterone
calcium carbonate FREQUENCY
chew 2-4 tabs prn
Max: 7500mg/day for indigestion
2500mg/day for supplement
docusate sodium COMMON STRENGTHS
50mg, 100mg, 250mg
metoprolol tartrate + succinate BRAND
lopressor (IR) + Toprol XL (ER)
levonorgestrel INDICATIONS
post coital contraception (emergency)
Ibuprofen, Naproxen sodium, meloxicam COUNSELING TIPS
stomach upset (possible bleed/ulceration)
take with food or milk
avoid if history of heart problems
medroxyprogesterone FREQUENCY
150 mg deep intramuscular injection in gluteal or deltoid muscle every 3 months
donepezil INDICATIONS
Alzheimer’s disease
dementia
Meloxicam COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 15mg
colace GENERIC
docusate sodium
levonorgestrel COUNSELING TIPS
same effects as oral contraception, but more common
fatigue
no evidence of interactions with antibiotics
will not terminate existing pregnancies
Macrobid, Macrodantin GENERIC
nitrofurantoin
Doxycycline Monohydrate INDICATIONS
RTI, UTI, STI, acne and skin infections
hydrocortisone FREQUENCY
QD, BID
meloxicam INDICATION
Moderate to severe pain in adults, adjunct with other analgesics
osteoarthritis
rheumatoid arthritis
sertraline BRAND
Zoloft
fluoxetine INDICATIONS
bipolar disorder
bulimia nervosa
major depressive disorder
OCD
premenstrual dysphoric disorder (sarafem only)
topiramate FREQUENCY
twice daily
Max: 400mg/day
cephalexin COUNSELING TIPS
Do not take ZN2+ for at least 3 hrs after cephalexin
contraindicated if cephalosporin allergy
caution if penicillin allergy
methylphenidate BRAND
Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Concerta
liraglutide COUNSELING TIPS
low blood sugar (sweating, nausea, dizziness)
rotate injection sites
diarrhea
nausea
headache
tramadol COUNSELING TIPS
constipation
drowsiness
dizziness
amitriptyline COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness
weight gain
constipation
topiramate BRAND
topamax
levonorgestrel COMMON STRENGTHS
1.5 mg
divalproex sodium COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness/dizziness
tremor
muscle weakness
upset stomach, take with food
pregabalin COMMON STRENGTHS
50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg
dapagliflozin COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine INDICATION
ADHD, narcolepsy
clopidogrel COMMON FREQUENCY
300mg loading dose, 75mg qd
zyloprim GENERIC
allopurinol
Zithromax, Z-pak, Tri-Pak GENERIC
Azithromycin
tramadol COMMON STRENGTHS
50mg
escitalopram COUNSELING TIPS
headache
insomnia or drowsiness
sexual dysfunction
fenofibrate COMMON FREQUENCY
qd
Fluconazole BRAND
diflucan
escitalopram FREQUENCY
qd
Promethazine BRAND
Phenergan
ethinyl estradiol/drospirenone COUNSELING TIPS
drospirenone lessens water retention/weight gain side effects of estrogen
meloxicam FREQUENCY
QD
max: 15mg/day
Divalproex Sodium BRAND
depakote, depakote er
tolterodine COUNSELING TIPS
constipation
dry mouth
headache
ciprofloxacin BRAND
Cipro, Ciloxan
ezetimibe BRAND
Zetia
Counseling tips atorvastatin + rosuvastatin
increased liver enzymes
report unusual muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark urine
avoid grapefruit
contraindicated in pregnancy
diarrhea
clopidogrel COUNSELING TIPS
avoid NSAIDS due to increased bleeding risk
seek medical attention for unusual or prolonged bleeding or bruising
avoid abrupt discontinuation
tadalafil INDICATION
erectile dysfunction
benign prostatic hyperplasia
pulmonary hypertension
rivaroxaban FREQUENCY
daily, BID
cephalexin BRAND
Keflex
liraglutide COMMON FREQUENCY
0.6 mg daily for 1 week, titrated up weekly to 1.8mg daily for diabetes
3mg daily for weight management
omega-3 fatty acids COMMON STRENGTHS
1g
aspirin COUNSELING TIPS
stomach upset – possible bleed/ulceration
take with food/milk
take with water
do not give to children under 18, Reye’s syndrome
ringing in ears at high dose
tadalafil BRAND
cialis
Maalox COMMON STRENGTHS
200mg/200mg/20mg per 5 ml
Xulane GENERIC
ethinyl estradiol/norelgestromin
fluoxetine BRAND
Prozac, sarafem
Zyprexa GENERIC
Olanzapine
sumatriptan COMMON STRENGTHS
25mg, 50mg, 100mg
calcium carbonate COUNSELING TIPS
constipation
chew before swalling, do not use > 2 weeks for indigestion
fluticasone INDICATIONS
chronic nasal allergy symptoms
allopurinol COMMON STRENGTHS
100 mg, 300mg
Doxycycline Monohydrate COUNSELING TIPS
Sun sensitivity
Take with food to prevent stomach upset
Do not take with Ca2+, Fe2+, Mg2+, Zn2+ within 2 hours before or after doxycycline
may decrease BC, use additional form during and 1 wk after last dose
promethazine INDICATION
prevent and treat nausea and vomiting
motion sickness
allergies
Nitrofurantoin COUNSELING TIPS
Orange or brown urine expected, not cause for alarm
Do not take with MG2+ within 2 hours of nitrofurantoin
take with food/milk to increase absorption
Amoxicillin BRAND
Amoxil
benzonatate COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness
do not chew (numbness and choking)
loperamide COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness
diarrhea not improved in 2 days? call doc due to dehydration risk
metoprolol tartrate + succinate INDICATIONS
hypertension
post heart attack
management of angina (IR)
heart failure (XL)
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel INDICATIONS
contraception
sertraline INDICATION
depression
panic disorder
OCD
PTSD
PDD
Social phobia
rivaroxaban COMMON STRENGTHS
2.5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg
docusate sodium FREQUENCY
daily
tadalafil FREQUENCY
qd
hydrocortisone COUNSELING TIPS
localized burning
detrol LA GENERIC
tolterodine
methylphenidate INDICATION
ADHD, narcolepsy
Zestril, prinivil GENERIC
lisinopril
amitriptyline COMMON STRENGTHS
10mg, 25mg, 50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg
pregabalin COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness/dizziness
headache
blurred vision
weight gain
aripiprazole COUNSELING TIPS
drowsiness or insomnia
weight gain
movement disorders
guaifenesin INDICATIONS
expectorant to loosen chest congestion
pregabalin BRAND
lyrica
tamsulosin INDICATION
benign prostatic hyperplasia
utereral stone expulsion
tirosint, levoxyl, synthroid GENERIC
levothyroxine
lisinopril FREQUENCY
QD
albuterol sulfate INDICATIONS
acute asthma symptoms
adderall, aderrall XR GENERIC
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine
Fluconazole FREQUENCY
q24h, single dose for vaginitis
fluconazole COMMON STRENGTHS
100mg, 150mg, 200mg
cyclobenzaprine COMMON STRENGTHS
5mg, 10mg
albuterol sulfate BRAND
Proair HFA, Proventil HFA, Ventolin HFA
ferrous sulfate BRAND
slow fe, ferosul
olanzapine FREQUENCY
once daily
max: 20mg/day
rivaroxaban BRAND
xarelto
oxycodone INDICATIONS
severe pain
omeprazole COMMON STRENGTHS
10mg, 20mg, 40mg
hydrochlorothiazide COMMON STRENGTHS
12.5mg, 25mg, 50 mg
Metoprolol tartrate + succinate FREQUENCY
IR: BID
XL: Daily
ezetimibe COMMON STRENGTHS
10mg
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine BRAND
adderall, adderall XR
lamotrigine FREQUENCY
TID
max: 700mg/day
trazodone INDICATIONS
depression, insomnia
losartan FREQUENCY
qd
guaifenesin BRAND
Mucinex
gabapentin BRAND
neurontin
escitalopram INDICATIONS
depression, anxiety
guaifenesin COUNSELING TIPS
drink lots of water to thin mucus
nausea
aricept GENERIC
donepezil
medroxyprogesterone BRAND
depo-provera
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine FREQUENCY
qd
amlodipine COMMON STRENGTHS
2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg
alendronate FREQUENCY
once weekly
Fluconazole INDICATIONS
fungal infections of thrush, skin, vagina, HIV associations
venlafaxine FREQUENCY
qd
Azithromycin COUNSELING TIPS
Do not take with Al2+ or Mg2+ containing antacid
QTC prolongation occurs rarely, but possible interaction with many diff meds
contraindicated if macrolide allergy
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel COUNSELING TIPS
falls out, rinse with cool water and reinsert within 3 hours
don’t remove for intercourse
ring is drug delivery device, not barrier
tamsulosin BRAND
flomax
lipitor GENERIC
atorvastatin
pregabalin INDICATIONS
neuropathic pain
fibromyalgia
seizure adjunct
acetaminophen COMMON STRENGTHS
325mg, 500mg
Promethazine COMMON STRENGTHS
12.5mg, 25mg, 50mg
clopidogrel BRAND
Plavix
Aspirin COMMON STRENGTH
81mg, 325mg, 500mg, 650mg
oseltamivir INDICATIONS
prevent and treat flu
polyethylene glycol COMMON STRENGTHS
17mg
aleve, anaprox, anaprox ds
naproxen sodium
budesonide and formoterol COUNSELING TIPS
shake well
rinse mouth (thrush)
methylprednisolone COUNSELING TIPS
finish entire course
take with food or milk to avoid stomach upset
take early in the day to avoid insomnia
aripiprazole INDICATIONS
bipolar disorder
schizophrenia
treatment resistant depression
irritability = autism
divalproex sodium INDICATIONS
seizures, bipolar disorder, migraine prevention
ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone/ferrous fumerate BRAND
Loestrin Fe 1/20, Junel Fe, Microgestin Fe
ondansetron COUNSELING TIPS
fatigue, headache, constipation or diarrhea
Tramadol INDICATION
Moderate pain
bisacodyl COUNSELING TIPS
oral dose works in 8 hours
suppositories work in 15-60 minutes
do not take longer than 1 week
diarrhea, cramps
sumatriptan COUNSELING TIPS
tingling, dizziness common
avoid if history of cardiovascular disease
overuse (more than 10 days) worse plus more headaches
fenofibrate BRAND
trilipix, tricor
ethinyl estradiol/etonogestrel COMMON STRENGTHS
0.015mg/0.12mg / 24 hr ER
tadalafil COMMON STRENGTHS
2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, 20mg
diphenhydramine INDICATIONS
allergy symptoms, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, drainage, insomnia, itching, motion sickness
clonazepam INDICATIONS
panic disorders, seizure disorders, anxiety
atorvastatin COMMON STRENGTHS
10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg
