Week 6: Antitussive Non-Opioid: Upper Respiratory Medication Flashcards
1
Q
Antitussive Non-Opioid Drugs
A
- dextromethorphan
- benzonatate
2
Q
Expected Pharmacologic Action
A
suppress cough through its action on the CNS
-not an opioid, it is derived from opioids
3
Q
Complications
A
- has few adverse effects
- some mild nausea, dizziness, and sedation can occur
4
Q
Contraindications
A
pregnancy risk category C
5
Q
Interactions
A
-can cause high fever when used within 2 weeks of MAOI anti-depressants
6
Q
Medication Administration
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- may contain alcohol and/ or sucrose
- available forms include capsules, lozenges (>2 years old), liquids, and syrups
7
Q
Nursing Interventions
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check temperature if used with MAOI anti-depressants
8
Q
Evaluation of Medication Effectiveness
A
depending on therapeutic intent, effectiveness is evidenced by absence or decreased episodes of coughing
9
Q
Therapeutic Use
A
- cough suppression
- can reduce pain when combined with an opioid
