The Other Medications

Question 1

GABAPENTIN

Answer 1

Anti-seizure medication!
Dose: 100-800 mg
Do not stop abruptly!!!
Can cause drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, etc.

Question 2

FERROUS SULFATE

Answer 2

Dietary supplement
Provides iron to the body!
Watch for GI problems!!!
Takes with Vitamin C (for absorption)

Antidote: Mesylate

Question 3

MIRALAX

Answer 3

Laxative
Dose: 17 g per day
Dissolvable, don't take longer than 2 weeks
May cause cramping or dehydration!!!
Must increase water intake 2-3 L

Question 4

COLACE

Answer 4

Stool softener
Dose: 50-250 mg
Drink 2-3 L of water a day + fiber!!!

Question 5

LEVOTHYROXINE

Answer 5

Thyroid supplement
Take 30 min. before eating with a glass of water!
Avoid soy!

Question 6

PREDNISON& METHYLPREDNISONE

Answer 6

Glucocorticosteroid
Used for inflammation
Dose: 2-100 mg (PO, IV)
Give with food, watch weight, blood pressure, and sleeping patterns!!!
Do not stop abruptly!!!