Scribe.ology Grouped Medications

Hypertension medications that reduce the force with which heart squeezes

Bystolic (Nebivolol)

Catapress (Clonidine)

Coreg (Carvedilol)

Lopressor (Metoprolol)

Tenormin (Atenolol)

Hypertension medication that prevents blood vessels from narrowing

Diovan (Valsartan)

Hypertension medication that widens blood vessels

Norvasc (Amlodipine)

Hypertension medications that are diuretics (increase urination, reduce blood volume)

Lasix (Furosimide)

Microzide (Hydrochorothiazide - HCTZ)

Hypertension and chronic kidney disease medications that widen the blood vessels, notably around the kidneys

Cozaar (Losartan)

Zestril (Lisinopril)

Blood thinner medications

Aspirin

Coumadin (Warfarin)

Heparin

Lovenox (Enoxaparin sodium)

Plavix (Clopidogrel)

Xarelto (Rivaroxaban)

Cholesterol medications

Zocor (Simvastatin)

Lipitor (Atorvastatin)

Mevacor (Lovastatin)

Crestor (Resuvastatin)

Welchol (Colesevelam)

Zetia (Ezetimibe)

Angina (non heart attack cardiac pain) medications

Cardizem (Diltiazem): oral medication

Nitrostat (Nitroglycerin): placed under tongue

Nitro-Bid (Nitropaste): ointment placed on chest

CHF medication

Digoxin (Lanoxin)

ACLS medications that stabilize irregular heart rate

Adenosine

Amiodarone

ACLS medication stabilizes bradycardia

Atropine

ACLS medication that stabilizes tachycardia

Cardizem (Diliazem) Injection

ACLS medications that stabilize low blood pressure

Dopamine

Norepinephrine

ACLS medications that increase coronary perfusion pressure

Epinephrine

Vasopressin

ACLS medication that combats blood acidosis due to patient apnea

Sodium Bicarbonate

Chronic lung condition medications that prevent and reduce spasm and tightening of the airways

Ipratropim Bromide (Atrovent)

Proventil, Proair, Ventolin (Albuterol)

Xopenex (Levalbuterol)

Terbulin (Terbutaline)

Chronic lung condition medication that promotes regular and normal breathing

Theolair (Theophylline)

Milder stroke medication that breaks down blood clots

Streptokinase

Stroke medication that causes systemic breakdown of blood clots. Must be administered within 3 hours of onset of symptoms

tPA (tissue plasminogen activator)

Hypoglycemia medication

Aldoril D50 (Dextrose)

Hyperglycemia medications that contain artificially grown insulin which is injected directly into the blood to reduce blood sugar levels

Huma-log (Insulin)

Lantus (Insulin glargine)

Hyperglycemia medications that regulate the insulin production within the body

Januvia (Sitagliptin)

Glucophage (Metformin)

Heartburn/GERD medications

Nexium (Esomeprazole)

Prilosec (Omeprazole)

Protonix (Pantoprazole)

Zantac (Ranitidine)

Vomiting medications

Bentyl (Dicyclomine)

Compazine (Prochlorperazine)

Phenergan (Promethazine)

Reglan (Metoclopramide)

Skelaxin (Metaxalone)

Zofran (Ondansetron)

Enlarged prostate medication

Flomax (Tamsulosin)

Sexual dysfunction medications

Cialis (Tadalafil)

Levitra (Vardenafil)

Viagra (Sildenafil)

Seizure medications

Depakote (Valproic acid)

Dilantin (Phenytoin) (for epileptic seizures)

Lamotrigine (Lamictal)

Tegretol (Carbamazepine)

Anxiety medications that are sedatives

Ativan (Lorazepam)

Diazepam (Valium)

Nembutal (Pentobarbital)

Versed (Midazolam)

Xanax (Alprazolam)

Anxiety medication that is an SSRI that promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Effexor (Venlafaxine)

Anxiety medication that is a benzodiazepine that promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Klonopin (Clonazepam)

ADHD medications

Adderall (Dextroamphetamine)

Concerta/Ritalin (Methylphenidate)

Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine)

Bipolar disorder/schizophrenia medications

Seroquel (Quetiapine)

Risperdal (Risperidone)

Medication for combative behavior

Haldol (Haloperidol)

Depression medications that are SSRIs that promote hormonal and neurochemical balance

Celexa (Citalopram)

Cymbalta (Duloxetine)

Lexapro (Escitalopram)

Paxil (Paroxetine)

Prozac (Fluoxetine)

Zoloft (Sertraline)

Depression medication that is an aminoketone also used to treat ADHD

Wellbutrin (Bupropion)

Drug Withdrawal/Abuse medications

Narcan (Naloxone)

Romazicon (Flumazenil)

Sleep medications

Ambien (Zolpidem)

Lunesta (Eszopiclone)

Silenor (Doxepin)

Phenobarbital (true sedative)

Medication for foreign body in the eye

Fluorescein

Medication for dry eyes

Restasis (Cyclosporine Opthalmic Emulsion)

Glaucoma medications

Alphagan (Brimonidine tartrate)

Combigan (Brimonidine/timolol)

Iopidine (Apraclondine)

Acne medication that is a blood pressure medication that alters hormone levels, treating acne in many cases

Aldactone (Spironolactone)

Acne medications that are a topical antibiotic

Benzaclin (Benzoyl peroxide/Clindamycin)

Clindagel (Clindamycin)

Acne medication that is an oral vitamin A derivative

Claravis (Accutane/Isotretinoin)

Acne medications that are topical vitamin A derivatives

Differin (Adapalene)

Retin-A (Tretinoin)

Tazorac (Tazarotene)

Skin infestation medications

Elimite (Permethrin)

Soolantra (Ivermectin)

Birth control medications

Alesse

Depo-Provera injection

Estrostep

Levlen

Levora

Loestrin

Mircette

Nordette

Ogesterel

Ortho Evra Patch

Ortho-Novum

Yasmin

Yaz

IUD

Intrauterine Device, birth control device permanently placed inside the uterus

General anesthetics

Diprovan (Propofol)

Etomidate (Amidate)

Ketamine

Local anesthetic

Lidoderm (Lidocaine)

Narcotic pain control (addictive)

Codeine

Demerol (Meperidine)

Dilaudid (Hydromorphone)

Hydrocodone

Morphine

Narcotic pain control (addictive) medications that are combo narcotic and NSAID

Lortab/Norco/Vicodin (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen)

Percocet (Oxycodone/Acetaminophen)

Tylenol #3 (Co-codamol)

Neurological pain control

Neurontin (Gabapentin)

Headache/migraine mediccation

Imitrex (Sumatriptan)

NSAIDs

Advil (Ibuprofen)

Aleve (Naproxen)

Mobic (Meloxicam)

Toradol (Ketorolac)

Oral steroidal symptom control

Cortisone (used for Lupus treatment)

Decadron (Dexamethasone)

Deltasone (Prednisone)

Medrol Dose Pack (Methylprednisolone)

Omnipred (Prednisolone)

Topical Steroidal Symptom Control

Clobetasol propionate

Desonate (Desoinide)

Hydrocortisone

Kenalog (Triamcinolone)

Antibiotics

Avelox (Moxifloxacin)

Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim)

Bactroban (Mupirocin)

Bicilin

Cefazolin

Cipro (Ciprofloxacin)

Clindamycin

Flagyl (Metronidazole)

Flurorquinolone

Fortaz (Ceftazidime)

Keflex (Cephalexin)

Levaquin (Levofloxacin)

Mefoxin (Cefoxitin)

Moxatag (Amoxicillin)

Neomycin

Rocephin (Ceftriaxone)

Teflaro (Ceftaroline)

Unasyn (ampicillin/sulbactam)

Vancocin (Vancomycin)

Zosyn (Piperacillin and Tozobactam)

Z-pack (Azithromycin)

OTC fever/pain relief

Ibuprofen

Motrin

Tylenol

OTC antihistamine

Allegra (Fexofenadine)

Benadryl (Diphenhydramine)

Claritin (Loratadine)

Zyrtec (Cetirzine)

OTC common cough/cold vitamin C supplement

Airborne

OTC common cough/cold cough suppressant

Robitussin (Dextromethorphan)

OTC common cough/cold Acetaminophen (Fever/Inflammation reduction, Dextromethorphan (Cough Suppressant), Doxylamine succinate (antihistamine)

DayQuil

NyQuil (has alcohol)

OTC Nasal Congestion

Flonase (Fluticasone propionate)

Sudafed (pseudoepherine)

OTC Sore Throat

Cough Drops (Benocaine)

OTC Bloating/GI discomfort

Calcium carbonate

Gas-X (Simethicone)

Pepcid

OTC antinausea

Dramamine (Dimenhydrinate)

Peptobismal (Bismuth subsalicylate)

OTC antidiarrhea

Imodium (Loperamide)

OTC constipation aids

Benefiber

Metamucil

Milk of Magnesia

Miralax

Colacel

OTC warts medication

Salicylic Acid (topical)

OTC Sleep Medication

Melatonin