Term
|
Definition
fexofenadine
(Prevent, relieve, manage allergy symptoms)
-Headache
-Dizziness
-Separate Antacids by 2 hours
-Do not take with fruit juice |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
diphenhydramine
(Relieve allergy symptoms, Sleep Aid, Relieve Itching, Prevent and Treat Motion Sickness)
-Drowsiness!
-Dry Mouth
-Paradoxical Hyperactivity in Children
-Avoid Alcohol |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
montelukast
(Prevent and Manage Nasal Allergy Symptoms, Asthma Exacerbation Prevention)
-Maintenance Med
-Do not use in acute asthma attack |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
fluticasone
(Prevent and Manage Nasal Allergy Symptoms)
-Gently Shake before Use
-May take several days for full effect
-Headache
-Nosebleed |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
albuterol sulfate
(Prevent and Treat Acute Asthma Attacks)
-Use for prevention or treatment of acute attacks
-Shake Well
-May increase heart rate |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
fluticasone/salmeterol
(Maintain Asthma Treatment)
-Rinse mouth after use
-Discard 30 days once opened
-Not for acute attacks
-Do not Shake |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
guafinisen
(Treats Chest Congestion)
-Drink LOTS of water
-Do not crush or chew |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
benzonatate
(Treats Dry Cough)
-Drowsiness
- Do not chew |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
dextromethorphan
(Treats Dry Cough)
-Shake Well
-Time release formulation, no more than every 12 hours
-Potential for abuse |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
pseudoephedrine
(Treats Nasal Congestion)
-Need ID to purchase at pharmacy counter
-Increased Heart Rate
-Jitters
-Insomnia |
|
|
