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Flonase
Generic Name; Fluticasone Propionate |
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Definition
nasal steroid
Flonase is a nasal spray containing fluticasone propionate. Fluticasone propionate is a corticosteroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
shake nasal spray before each use
Dose; 1-2 sprays 50 mcg/spray in each nostril once a day PRN
side Effects; sinus pain, trouble breathing, vomiting |
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Ipratropium
Brand Name; Atrovent HFA, Atrovent |
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Definition
| Dosage forms; inhalation aerosol (17 mcg/inh), inhalation solution (500 mcg/2.5 mL) |
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Lisinopril
Brand Name; Prinivil, Zestril |
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Definition
medication to treat high blood pressure.
also to treat congestive heart failure
Oral Solution (1 mg/mL), oral tablet (10 mg; 2.5 mg; 20 mg; 30 mg; 40 mg; 5 mg)
headache, dizziness;
low blood pressure, cough; or
chest pain. |
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Restasis
Generic Name; cyclosporine ophthalmic |
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Definition
Restasis eye drops contain cyclosporine which is an immunosuppressant. Cyclosporine can increase tear production that has been reduced by inflammation in the eye(s)
used to treat chronic dry eye
dosage; 1 drop 2 times a day in each eye approximately 12 hours apart
Restasis can be used concomitantly with artificial tears, allowing a 15 minute interval between products.
side effects; mild burning or stinging in the eyes;
mild redness or itching |
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Xalatan
Generic name; latanoprost ophthalmic |
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Definition
eye drop
is to treat certain types of glaucoma
lowers pressure inside eye.
Side effects; watery eyes;
itchy eyes;
puffy eyelids
Dose; Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop.
Close your eyes for 2 or 3 minutes with your head tipped down, without blinking or squinting. Gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye for about 1 minute, to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct.
Wait at least 5 minutes before using any other eye drops |
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Latuda
Generic Name; Lurasidone |
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Definition
is an antipsychotic.
Latuda is an antipsychotic medicine. It works by changing the effects of chemicals in the brain.
Latuda is used to treat schizophrenia in adults and teenagers who are at least 13 years old.
Dosage;nitial dose: 40 mg orally once a day
Maintenance dose: 40 to 160 mg orally per day
Maximum dose: 160 mg/day
Side effect; tremors, muscle stiffness, slow muscle movement;
feeling restless or being unable to sit still |
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Nasonex
generic name; : mometasone |
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Definition
Nasal spray
Usual Adult Dose of Nasonex 24HR Allergy for Allergic Rhinitis:
2 sprays in each nostril once a day.
side effect; headache;
stuffy nose, sore throat, cough; or
flu-like symptoms. |
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Term
Debrox
Generic Name; carbamide peroxide |
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Definition
Debrox (for the ears) is used to soften and loosen ear wax, making it easier to remove
Dosage; 5-10 drops into the affected ears 2 times a day for 4 days
side effects; mild feeling of fullness in the ear; or
mild itching inside the ear. |
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Term
Methadone
Brand Name; Dolophine, Methadose, Methadose Sugar-Free, Diskets |
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Definition
opioid medication that is used to reduce withdrawal symptoms in people addicted to heroin or other narcotic drugs, and it can also used as a pain reliever.
Side effects; dizziness, drowsiness;
nausea, vomiting
Dosage; Initiation in Opioid Non-Tolerant Patients:
Initial dose: 2.5 mg to 10 mg IV every 8 to 12 hours |
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Monistat
Generic Name; Dimethicone |
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Definition
to treat yeast infections
also used to treat skin irritation.
Applies to dimethicone topical: external cream, external gel, external liquid, external lotion, external ointment.
Side effectss; like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin |
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Term
Diflucan
generic name; fluconazole |
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Definition
Diflucan is an oral (taken by mouth) antifungal medicine. Diflucan is available as a tablet or as an oral suspension (liquid).
Dosage; The recommended dosage of DIFLUCAN for vaginal candidiasis is 150 mg as a single oral dose. |
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Diflucan
generic name; fluconazole |
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Definition
Diflucan is an oral (taken by mouth) antifungal medicine. Diflucan is available as a tablet or as an oral suspension (liquid).
Dosage; The recommended dosage of DIFLUCAN for vaginal candidiasis is 150 mg as a single oral dose. |
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Term
Carbamazepine
Brand Name; Epitol, Equetro, Tegretol, Tegretol XR |
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Definition
to treat bipolar disorder
Dosage;Extended-release capsules
Initial dose: 200 mg orally twice a day
Increase by 200 mg per day to achieve optimal response
Maximum dose: 1600 mg per day
Side effects; dizziness, loss of coordination, problems with walking;
nausea, vomiting; or
drowsiness. |
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