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Analgesics: NSAIDs mild to moderate pain |
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Celebrex Advil Toradol- IV, IM GI Upset |
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Analgesics: Non-Opioids mild to moderate pain |
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Tylenol Aspirin GI Upset, Gastric/esoph bld Adverse: Ototoxic & Hepatotoxic |
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Analygesics: Opioids Moderate to severe pain |
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Morphine Sulfate (Duramorph) Meperidine (Demerol) const, ↓RR, drowsy W/drawal |
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Analygesics: Opioid Antagonists Immed onset, ½ life 60-90 min |
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Barbiturates Anti-Convulsant Agents |
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Phenobarbital cerebral cortex ↓HR, ↓ RR, ↓ BP, drowsy |
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Benzodiazepines Anti-Convulsant Agents |
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Clonazepam (Klonopin) nerve cells ↓HR, ↓ RR, ↓ BP, drowsy |
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Succinimides Anti-Convulsant Agents |
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Ethosuxzimide nerve cells ↓HR, ↓ RR, ↓ BP, drowsy, pink urine |
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Miscellaneous Anti-Convulsant Agents |
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Valporic Acid (Depakote) nerve cells,↓Na,↓GABA ↓HR, ↓ RR, ↓ BP, drowsy SIADH, tinnitus |
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Hydantoins Anti-Convulsant Agents |
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Phenytoin (Dilantin) motor cortex ↓HR, ↓ RR, ↓ BP, drowsy, gingival hyperplasia |
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Iminostilbenes Anti-Convulsant Agents |
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Tegretol motor cortex ↓HR, ↓ RR, ↓ BP, drowsy |
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Skeletal Muscle Relaxants ↓spasms neuromuscular junc; ↓spasticity after spinal cord injuries, strokes, CP, or MS |
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Soma Flexeril Valium Dizzy, drowsy, disoriented Monitor for severe weakness or numbness in extremities; lg doses may lead to dependency |
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Neuromuscular Blocking Agents ↓ACH neuromuscular junc; block nerve impulse trans to cause paralysis |
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Norcuron Dizzy, drowsy, disoriented |
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blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention |
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Adverse Effects (Extrapyramidal) Anti-Psychotic Agents |
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Akathisia (need to move) Dystonia (twisting/repetitive movemt) Drug-induced Parkinsonism Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (unstable BP, ↑T, sweating) |
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Antipsychotic: Phenothiazines Block dopamine receptors |
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Thorazine Haldol Anticholinergic effects, extrapyramidal adverse effects, monitor WBC |
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Antipsychotic:Atypical Agents Block dopamine receptors |
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Risperdal Zyprexa Anticholinergic effects, extrapyramidal adverse effects, monitor WBC |
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Anti-Depressant Agents: Serotonin-Selective Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)Also used to treat OCD, anxiety disorders, panic disorders, PTSD; ↑NE/serotonin |
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Prozac Zoloft Paxil Cymbalta insomnia, nervousness, takes several wks |
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Anti-Depressant Agents:Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs) ↑NE/serotonin |
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Amitriptyline (Elavil) drowsy, dizzy, ↓BP, ↑wt, sex dys, anticholinergic SE; takes several wks |
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Anti-Depressant Agents: Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) Inhibit MAO to ↑NE |
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Nardil drowsy, dizzy, ↓BP,↑wt, sex dys, anticholinergic SE; takes several wks; Interacts w/ tyramine (red wines, aged cheese, liver, fava beans, yogurt, choc) |
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Antacids Neutralize gastric acid (>pH) (↑ pH from 1.3 to 3.0) |
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MOM, TUMS, Maalox, Mylanta D/C LT use; Shake well; w/ 6-8 oz of water Interacts w/ ALL PO meds & EC Tabs; sep other meds by 1-2 hr |
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Proton Pump Inhibitors Blocks action of H+/K+ pump in parietal cells of stomach |
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Omeprazole Lansoprazole Pantoprazole Esomeprazole N/V, abd cr; Tabs whole (do not chew) Interacts w/ ALL PO meds & EC Tabs; sep other meds by 1-2 hr |
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H2 Receptor Antagonists Block histamine to ↓acid secretion |
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Famotidine Ranitidine N/V, abd cramp; h/a, dizzy, loss of libido Interacts w/ ALL PO meds & EC Tabs; sep other meds by 1-2 hr |
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Cytoprotective Agents Stimulate mucus production in GI Tract |
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Carafate Cytotec N/V, abd cramp; Prostaglandin Effect; CI pregnancy Interacts w/ ALL PO meds & EC Tabs |
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Adsorbents Treat Acute Poisoning |
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Activated Charcoal Black stools; w/in 30 min |
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Antidiarrheal: Opioids ↓ or inhibit peristalsis ↓stool volume, ↑viscosity, ↓fl/electro loss |
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Immodium A-D drowsy, constipation, ↓RR; Interacts w/ CNS depressants; Avoid dairy; bland diet; Call MD if D> 2 days |
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Antidiarrheal:Adsorbents Bind to bacteria in GI tract & cause soothing effect ↓stool volume, ↑viscosity, ↓fl/electro loss |
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Pepto-Bismol Avoid dairy; bland diet; Call MD if D> 2 days |
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Laxative: Bulk-Forming ↑stool mass & water content to promote peristalsis |
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Metamucil N/V/D, abd cr; Monitor chronic use; sense abd fullness, intes/esoph obstr; w/ 8 oz water |
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Laxative: Hyperosmotic Draw water into intestine (hyperosmosis); distention from fl accum promotes peristalsis & BM |
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Miralax N/V/D, abd cr; Monitor chronic use Fl & electro imbalances |
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Laxative: Stool Softener Form emulsion btwn fat & water to penetrate stool |
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Colace N/V/D, abd cr; Monitor chronic use; in milk or fruit juice to mask bitter taste |
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Laxative: Lubricants Lubricates feces |
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Mineral Oil N/V/D, abd cr, Monitor chronic use |
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Laxative: Stimulant Stimulate peristalsis |
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Dulcolax Correctol N/V/D, abd cr; Monitor chronic use |
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Antiemetic: Phenothiazine Block dopaminergic receptors in CTZ in brain – for active vomiting |
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Prochlorperazine (Compazine) Promethazine (Phenergan)–IV, IM, PR, phlebitis; insomnia, h/a, dizzy, Sensory/perceptual alterations |
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Antiemetics: Serotonin Receptor Antagonist Block Serotonin stimulation |
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Zofran insomnia, h/a, dizzy, Sensory/perceptual alterations |
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Antiemetics: Anticholinergic Block ACH release |
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Scopolamine insomnia, h/a, dizzy, Sensory/perceptual alterations; applied behind ear (at least 4-5 hrs b/f antiemetic effect required) |
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Digestive Agents Treat deficiencies of pancreatic exocrine secretion Assist with digestion of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats |
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Pancreatin Pancrelipase N/V/adm cr; Admin b/f, w/,after meal |
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Oral Electrolyte Mixtures Mild to moderate fluid losses |
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Nutritional Supplements-Enteral: PO, GT, NGT-Directly to stomach |
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Ensure Ensure Plus Diarrhea |
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Nutritional Supplements-Parenteral: IV Proteins (amino acids), fats, glucose, electrolytes, minerals, vitamins |
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Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Intralipids (IL) Phlebitis, Fl overload, Hyperglycemia |
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Fat Soluble Vit A, D, E treat/prevent deficiencies K synthesize clotting factors |
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A: Retinol D: Cholecalciferol (Calcification) E: Tocopherol K: dizzy, chest pain, rash, flushing |
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B1: Thiamine B2: Riboflavin B3: Niacin B6: Pyridoxine C: Ascorbic Acid |
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Allergic reactions w/ IV admin Check liver function, blood glucose levels, & serum uric acid levels |
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Trace Minerals Supplement nutritional def |
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Ca, Zinc, Mg (bones/teeth) Phos, Fluoride, Fe, Iodine |
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Serotonin-Selective Treat h/a |
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Sumatriptan GI upset, dizzy Teach stress/comfort |
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Anesthetics: General Depress cerebral, spinal cord func |
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Propofol Amidate ↓HR, ↓ RR, ↓ BP, malignant hyperthermia |
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Anesthetics: Local Interferes w/ nerve trans of pain |
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Lidocaine local irritation of skin |
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Amphetamines ↑dopamine/NE secretion |
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Ritalin Adderall hyperact, insomn, restless, talkative Adverse: palpitations, tachycardia ↓ caffeine |
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Anorexiants ↑dopamine/NE secretion,suppress appetite |
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Meridia hyperact, insomn, restless, talkative Adverse: palpitations, tachycardia instr re med, diet, & exercise |
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Analeptics Stimulate CNS control respiration |
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Caffeine hyperact, insomn, restless, talkative Adverse: palpitations, tachycardia DO NOT “OVERUSE” |
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Parkinson’s Disease Dopaminergic Therapy ↑dopamine activity brain |
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Carbidopa-levodopa Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (hyperthermia, altered LOC, rigidity, profuse sweating); Monitor BP, RR, (BP↑, RR↓), mental status |
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Alzheimer’s Disease Cholinesterase Inhibitors ↑ACH cerebral cortex (helps to improve memory) |
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Aricept confusion, ataxia, depr, hostility, abn tkg; Adverse: sz, hepatotoxicity; Monitor BP,mental status, liver function (AST, ALT, SGOT, AlkPhos) |
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Anti-Mania Normalizes release of NE, dopamine, ACH |
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Lithium = 1.0 to 1.5 mEq/L Toxicity: confusion, lethargy, slurred speech, sz, fine tremor |
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Antianxiety: Benzodiazepines Inhibit GABA, which ↓anxiety lvl |
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Diazepam, Lorazepam→ Antagonist: Flumazenil ↓RR, ↓HR, ↓BP, drowsy |
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Sedatives: Barbiturates Inhibit GABA, which ↓anxiety lvl |
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Secobarbital (Seconal) ↓RR, ↓HR, ↓BP, drowsy |
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Sedatives:Nondiazepines/Nonbarbiturate Binds to GABA receptors to produce CNS depression |
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Antiflatulent Agents Produces thin film that collapses gas bubbles in GI Tract |
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Simethicone Shake susp; chew tabs |
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