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Top 50 Closeout Drugs Flashcards

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Atorvastatin

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Lipitor | Statin | Nausea/dyspepsia, myalgia, may increase enzyme levels during LFT (ask if follow-up is scheduled)

Take at night | Avoid grapefruit juice | Lifestyle modifications

*generally well tolerated

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Lovastatin

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Mevacor | Statin | Nausea/dyspepsia, myalgia, may increase enzyme levels during LFT (ask if follow-up is scheduled)

Take at night | Avoid grapefruit juice | Lifestyle modifications

*generally well tolerated

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Pravastatin

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Pravachol | Statin | Nausea/dyspepsia, myalgia, may increase enzyme levels during LFT (ask if follow-up is scheduled)

Take at night | Less reaction with grapefruit | Lifestyle modifications

*generally well tolerated

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Simvastatin

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Zocor | Statin | Nausea/dyspepsia, myalgia, may increase enzyme levels during LFT (ask if follow-up is scheduled)

Take at night | Avoid grapefruit juice

*generally well tolerated

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Atenolol

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Tenormin | Beta-blocker | Hypertension |
Exercise intolerance, sexual dysfunction, fatigue, depression, dizziness

Monitor HR/BP | do not discontinue abruptly | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

*let doctor know if you are feeling tired all of the time

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Metoprolol Tartrate

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Lopressor | Beta-blocker | Hypertension |
Exercise intolerance, sexual dysfunction, fatigue, depression, dizziness

Monitor HR/BP | do not discontinue abruptly | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

*let doctor know if you are feeling tired all of the time

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Metoprolol Succinate

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Toprol XL | Beta-blocker | Hypertension |
Exercise intolerance, sexual dysfunction, fatigue, depression, dizziness

Monitor HR/BP | do not discontinue abruptly | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

*let doctor know if you are feeling tired all of the time

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Carvedilol

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Coreg | Beta-blocker | Hypertension |
Exercise intolerance, sexual dysfunction, fatigue, depression, dizziness

Monitor HR/BP | do not discontinue abruptly | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

*let doctor know if you are feeling tired all of the time

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Amlodipine

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Norvasc | Calcium Channel Blocker | Hypertension| Edema, fatigue, constipation

Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Diltiazem

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Cardizem, Dilacor, Tiazac | Calcium Channel Blocker | Hypertension| Edema, fatigue, constipation

Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Verapamil

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Calan, Verelan | Calcium Channel Blocker | Hypertension| Edema, fatigue, constipation

Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Lisinopril

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Zestril, Prinivil | ACE Inhibitor | Hypertension | Cough, dizziness, rarely angiodema

Monitor electrolytes | hypotension on first dose may be worse if dehydrated | Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Enalapril

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Vasotec | ACE Inhibitor | Hypertension | Cough, dizziness, rarely angiodema

Monitor electrolytes | hypotension on first dose may be worse if dehydrated | Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Benazepril

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Lotensin | ACE Inhibitor | Hypertension | Cough, dizziness, rarely angiodema

Monitor electrolytes | hypotension on first dose may be worse if dehydrated | Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Losartan

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Cozaar | Angiotensin Receptor Blocker | Hypertension | Dizziness, angiodema (rare)

Monitor electrolytes | hypotension on first dose may be worse if dehydrated | Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Olmesartan

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Benicar | Angiotensin Receptor Blocker | Hypertension | Dizziness, angiodema (rare)

Monitor electrolytes | hypotension on first dose may be worse if dehydrated | Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Hydrochlorothiazide

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Hydrodiuril, Microzide | Thiazide diuretic | Hypertension | Urination, photosensitivity, rash

Monitor electrolytes | potassium wasting | Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Chlorthalidone

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Hygroton | Thiazide diuretic | Hypertension | Urination, photosensitivity, rash

Monitor electrolytes | potassium wasting | Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Furosemide

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Lasix | Loop diuretic | Hypertension | Urination, photosensitivity, rash

Monitor electrolytes | potassium wasting | Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Triamterene/hydrochlorothiazide

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Maxzide, Dyazide | Potassium sparing diuretic | Hypertension | Urination, photosensitivity, rash

Monitor electrolytes | potassium sparing | Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Spironolactone

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Aldactone | Potassium sparing diuretic | Hypertension | Urination, photosensitivity, rash

Monitor electrolytes | potassium sparing | Monitor BP/HR | dizziness | lifestyle modifications (weight, moderate alcohol, exercise, DASH diet, no smoking, low sodium)

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Warfarin

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Coumadin | Vitamin K Antagonist/Anticoagulant | Thrombosis/Embolism | INR too high you will bleed, too low you will clot

Consistent diet but avoid foods high in vitamin K | Avoid NSAIDs | Watch drug, food and herb interactions | keep ALL INR appointments

*Warfarin interacts with many drugs so encourage patient to talk to provider about any new medications at once

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Clopidogrel

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Plavix | Antiplatelet | Atrial Fibrillation | Increased risk of bleed, rash, pruritus

Avoid use with omeprazole (ask provider first)

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Metformin

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Glucophage | Biguanide | Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus | N/V, diarrhea, flatulence

Monitor AIC, renal function | lifestyle modifications | unlikely to cause hypoglycemia

*if side effects do not reside, talk with doctor about changing dosing

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Regular Insulin

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Humulin R, Novolin R | Insulin | Type 1 or 2 Diabetes Mellitus | Hypoglycemia, weight gain

Encourage home BG monitoring | Ensure patient knows what to do if hypoglycemic | Proper pen/vial technique and storage

*ask patient if they are aware of signs of low BG

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Lispro

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Humalog | Insulin | Type 1 or 2 Diabetes Mellitus | Hypoglycemia, weight gain

Encourage home BG monitoring | Ensure patient knows what to do if hypoglycemic | Proper pen/vial technique and storage

*ask patient if they are aware of signs of low BG

**rapid acting

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Aspart

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Novolog | Insulin | Type 1 or 2 Diabetes Mellitus | Hypoglycemia, weight gain

Encourage home BG monitoring | Ensure patient knows what to do if hypoglycemic | Proper pen/vial technique and storage

*ask patient if they are aware of signs of low BG

**rapid acting

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Glargine

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Lantus | Insulin | Type 1 or 2 Diabetes Mellitus | Hypoglycemia, weight gain

Encourage home BG monitoring | Ensure patient knows what to do if hypoglycemic | Proper pen/vial technique and storage

*ask patient if they are aware of signs of low BG

**long-acting (24hrs)

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Cyclobenzaprine

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Flexeril | Muscle relaxant | Dry mouth, hypotension, dizziness, sedation

Avoid other CNS depressants | Avoid abrupt withdrawal if taken regularly

*make sure patient knows to take only as needed

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Tizanidine

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Zanaflex | Muscle relaxant | Dry mouth, hypotension, dizziness, sedation

Avoid other CNS depressants | Avoid abrupt withdrawal if taken regularly

*make sure patient knows to take only as needed

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Tramadol

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Ultram | Analgesic | Pain | Sedation, constipation, risk of abuse

Abuse/dependence | Avoid other CNS depressants | Watch APAP max dosing (4000mg)

*not an opioid but acts like one

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Oxycodone IR

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OxyIR | Opioid Analgesic | Pain | Sedation, constipation, risk of abuse

Abuse/dependence | Avoid other CNS depressants | Watch APAP max dosing (4000mg)

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Oxycodone CR

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Oxycontin | Opioid Analgesic | Pain | Sedation, constipation, risk of abuse

Abuse/dependence | Avoid other CNS depressants | Watch APAP max dosing (4000mg)

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Oxycodone/APAP

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Percocet | Opioid Analgesic | Pain | Sedation, constipation, risk of abuse

Abuse/dependence | Avoid other CNS depressants | Watch APAP max dosing (4000mg)

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Hydrocodon/APAP

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Norco, Lortab, Vicodin | Opioid Analgesic | Pain | Sedation, constipation, risk of abuse

Abuse/dependence | Avoid other CNS depressants | Watch APAP max dosing (4000mg)

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Fentanyl Patch

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Duragesic | Opioid Analgesic | Pain | Sedation, constipation, risk of abuse

Abuse/dependence | Avoid other CNS depressants | Watch APAP max dosing (4000mg)

  • dispose in toilet after folding
  • *do not use heating blankets or hot pads
  • **exercise may increase absorption
  • ***can shower with patch on
  • **place on upper body, rotate sites
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Fluoxetine

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Prozac | SSRI | Depression | Nausea, headache, restlessness

Do not discontinue abruptly | AM or PM depending on how it affects individual patient (fluoxetine generally taken in AM) | can increase suicidal ideation | may take up to 6 weeks to see full effects | most cause sexual dysfunction

*potential increased risk of bleeds in those on anticoagulants

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Paroxetine

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Paxil | SSRI | Depression | Nausea, headache, restlessness

Do not discontinue abruptly | AM or PM depending on how it affects individual patient | can increase suicidal ideation | may take up to 6 weeks to see full effects | most cause sexual dysfunction

*potential increased risk of bleeds in those on anticoagulants

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Sertralien

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Zoloft | SSRI | Depression | Nausea, headache, restlessness

Do not discontinue abruptly | AM or PM depending on how it affects individual patient | can increase suicidal ideation | may take up to 6 weeks to see full effects | most cause sexual dysfunction

*potential increased risk of bleeds in those on anticoagulants

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Citalopram

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Celexa | SSRI | Depression | Nausea, headache, restlessness

Do not discontinue abruptly | AM or PM depending on how it affects individual patient | can increase suicidal ideation | may take up to 6 weeks to see full effects | most cause sexual dysfunction

*potential increased risk of bleeds in those on anticoagulants

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Bupropion

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Wellbutrin, Zyban (smoking cessation) | NE and Dopamine reuptake inhibitor | depression | dry mouth, insomnia, agitation, headache, weight loss, tachycardia

Do not discontinue abruptly | AM or PM depending on how it affects individual patient | can increase suicidal ideation | may take up to 6 weeks to see full effects

Less sexual dysfunction | CI in seizure disorder (if taking over 300mg)

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Venlafaxine

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Effexor | SNRI | Depression | HTN, increased sweating as result of HTN

Titrate to minimize SE | Do not discontinue abruptly | AM or PM depending on how it affects individual patient | can increase suicidal ideation | may take up to 6 weeks to see full effects | increased risk of bleeding in those taking anticoagulant

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Lorazepam

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Ativan | Benzodiazepine | Anxiety | anterograde amnesia, somnolence/dizziness, abuse/withdrawal

Avoid other CNS depressants | if taken regularly, taper off slowly | prn

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Alprazolam

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Xanax | Benzodiazepine | Anxiety | anterograde amnesia, somnolence/dizziness, abuse/withdrawal

Avoid other CNS depressants | if taken regularly, taper off slowly | prn

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Zolpidem

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Ambien | Sedative/hypnotic | insomnia | daytime somnolence, dizziness, parasomnias

Take right before bed | plan for full 8 hours of sleep | potential dependence

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Methylphenidate

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Ritalin, Concerta | CNS stimulant | ADHD | Nausea, loss of appetite, insomnia/irritability, HA

Monitor BP/HR (height and weight for kids) | Potential for dependency and abuse | ask about follow-up appointments | patient will need new Rx for more

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Amphetamine Salt Combination (Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine)

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Adderall | CNS stimulant | ADHD | Nausea, loss of appetite, insomnia/irritability, HA

Monitor BP/HR (height and weight for kids) | Potential for dependency and abuse | ask about follow-up appointments | patient will need new Rx for more

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Gabapentin

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Neurontin | Antiepileptic | Seizures | Drowsiness/sedation, dizziness, edema, ataxia, “fuzzy headed” at increased doses

Various indications | caution with other CNS depressants

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Albuterol HFA

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ProAir, Ventolin, Proventil | SABA | Asthma | HA, tremor, shakiness, tachycardia, lightheadedness

Instruct on inhalation technique | for rescue! | if using more than 2x/week reevaluate therapy

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Fluticasone HFA

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Flovent | Corticosteroid | Asthma | Thrush/URI, cough/hoarseness, HA

Rinse mouth after every use | use every day | instruct on proper inhalation technique

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Fluticasone + Salmeterol

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Advair | Corticosteroid + LABA | Asthma | Thrush/URI, cough/hoarseness, HA

Rinse mouth after every use | use every day | instruct on proper inhalation technique

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Tiotropium

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Spiriva Handihaler | Anticholinergic | COPD | Dry mouth, cough/hoarseness, bitter taste, URI

Instruct on proper technique

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Ipratoprium/Albuterol

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Combivent Respimat | Anticholinergic | COPD | Dry mouth, cough/hoarseness, bitter taste, URI

Instruct on proper technique

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Prednisone

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Deltasone | Oral Corticosteroid | Asthma/COPD | Insomnia/agitation, fluid retention, can increase BG and BP at high doses

Take early in the day | sometimes taper dose | typically take tablets together

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Triamcinolone

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Kenalog | Topical corticosteroid | Allergic rhinitis | skin atrophy, burning, contact dermatitis

Apply sparingly | do not occlude unless instructed to | do not use longer than 10-14 days to avoid AE (unless told otherwise)

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Amoxicillin

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Amoxil, Trimox | Beta-lactam | Infection

Beware of PCN allergy

Take how prescribed and finish whole course | may cause nausea and mild diarrhea; take with food to avoid | predisposed to yeast infection | may interact with oral contraceptives | c.dif risk - use probiotics

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Amoxicillin w/ Clavulanate

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Augmentin | Beta-lactam | Infection

Beware of PCN allergy | diarrhea more common

Take how prescribed and finish whole course | may cause nausea and mild diarrhea; take with food to avoid | predisposed to yeast infection | may interact with oral contraceptives | c.dif risk - use probiotics

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Cephalexin

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Keflex | Beta-lactam | Infection

Beware of PCN allergy

Take how prescribed and finish whole course | may cause nausea and mild diarrhea; take with food to avoid | predisposed to yeast infection | may interact with oral contraceptives | c.dif risk - use probiotics

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Ciprofloxacin

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Cipro | Fluoroquinolone | Infection | tendonopathy (Achilles), photosensitivity, peripheral neuropathy, QT prolongation

Avoid taking with antacids, multivitamins, and dairy products

Take how prescribed and finish whole course | may cause nausea and mild diarrhea; take with food to avoid | predisposed to yeast infection | may interact with oral contraceptives | c.dif risk - use probiotics

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Doxycycline

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Vibramycin | Tetracycline | Infection | Photosensitivity, rash

Not for those under 8 due to teeth yellowing | avoid taking mineral supplements and antacids within 2 hours of taking | take with plenty of water, can upset stomach

Take how prescribed and finish whole course | may cause nausea and mild diarrhea; take with food to avoid | predisposed to yeast infection | may interact with oral contraceptives | c.dif risk - use probiotics

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Clindamicin

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Cleocin | Lincosamide | Infection | NVD

Take how prescribed and finish whole course | may cause nausea and mild diarrhea; take with food to avoid | predisposed to yeast infection | may interact with oral contraceptives | c.dif risk - use probiotics (DO NOT recommend loperamide)

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Azithromycin

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Zithromax | Macrolide | Infection | QT prolongation, GI upset

Take with or without food | Do not take with antacids

Take how prescribed and finish whole course | may cause nausea and mild diarrhea; take with food to avoid | predisposed to yeast infection | may interact with oral contraceptives | c.dif risk - use probiotics

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Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim

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Bactrim, Septra | Sulfonamide | Infection | Photosensitivity, rash

Drink lots of floods to avoid crystalluria | potential allergy

Take how prescribed and finish whole course | may cause nausea and mild diarrhea; take with food to avoid | predisposed to yeast infection | may interact with oral contraceptives | c.dif risk - use probiotics

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Polyethylene Glycol

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GoLytely | Bowel prep osmotic laxative | prior colonoscopy | diarrhea, nausea, increased thirst

Avoid dark colors | do not plan to leave house | read packet of info from prescriber | product only good for 48 hours once water added

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Latanoprost

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Xalatan | Prostanoid receptor agonist | elevated intraocular pressure | mild irritation, blurred vision, eyelash growth, iris color change

Show patient how to administer; qd pm

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Tobramycin

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Tobrex | Aminoglycoside antibiotic | Ocular infection | mild irritation, blurred vision

Counsel on administration technique

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Gentramicin

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Gentak | Aminoglycoside antibiotic | Ocular infection | mild irritation, blurred vision

Counsel on administration technique

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Erythromycin

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Romycin, Ilotycin | Aminoglycoside antibiotic | Ocular infection | mild irritation, blurred vision

Counsel on administration technique (ointment)

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Ethinyl Estradiol/Norgestimate

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Oral contraceptive | breast tenderness, weight gain, HA/migraine, increased clot risk

Take every day | if miss 2, see insert | start first day of menstrual cycle | no smoking

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Ethinyl Estradiol/levonorgestrel

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Amethia, Oral Orsythia, Lutera | contraceptive | breast tenderness, weight gain, HA/migraine, increased clot risk

Take every day | if miss 2, see insert | start first day of menstrual cycle | no smoking

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Ethinyl Estradiol/norethindrone

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Oral contraceptive | breast tenderness, weight gain, HA/migraine, increased clot risk

Take every day | if miss 2, see insert | start first day of menstrual cycle | no smoking

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Ethinyl Estradiol/drosperinone

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Zarah, Ocella, Yasmin, Yaz | Oral contraceptive | breast tenderness, weight gain, HA/migraine, increased clot risk

Take every day | if miss 2, see insert | start first day of menstrual cycle | no smoking

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Acyclovir

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Zovirax | Antiviral | Herpes, Varicella | up to 5x/day | malaise, headache, NVD

Works best at first sign of outbreak | fluid intake | with or without food

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Valacyclovir

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Zovirax | Antiviral | Herpes, Varicella, HIV | bid-tid | malaise, headache, NVD

Works best at first sign of outbreak | fluid intake | with or without food

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Alendronate

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Fosamax | bisphosphonate | 1x/week for osteoporosis | NV, heartburn, atypical femur fracture (rare) and osteonecrosis of jaw (rare)

Take on empty stomach with full glass of water in morning | avoid lying down for 30 minutes (heartburn) | calcium and vitamin D

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Levothyroxine

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Synthroid, Levoxyl | Thyroid hormone replacement | no SE if euthyroid; if dose too high, tachycardia, sweating and weight loss

Take on empty stomach | monitor TSH | take in morning

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Tamsulosin

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Flomax | Alpha-blocker | BPH | dizziness, orthostatic hypotension, fatigue, HA

Monitor BP

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Sildenafil

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Viagra | Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor | ED | HA, flushing, color vision change, dyspepsia, priapism

CI with nitrates | limit 1 dose/day

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Vardenafil

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Levitra | Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor | ED | HA, flushing, color vision change, dyspepsia, priapism

CI with nitrates | limit 1 dose/day

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Tadalafil

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Cialis | Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor | ED | HA, flushing, color vision change, dyspepsia, priapism

CI with nitrates | limit 1 dose/day

*take 30-60 minutes prior to sex

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Epinephrine Pen

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EpiPen, Adrenaclick, AuviQ | Epinephrine

Tell patients to get comfortable with technique | still need to seek medical attention | always keep on hand and check expiration date

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