Prototypes

Ibuprofen (NSAIDs)

An NSAID used to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever.

Adverse Effects of Ibuprofen (NSAIDs)

GI upset, bleeding risk, kidney problems, and increased risk of cardiovascular events.

Contraindications for Ibuprofen (NSAIDs)

Hypersensitivity to ibuprofen, history of GI bleeding, severe kidney or liver disease.

Prednisone (Corticosteroids)

A corticosteroid used to suppress inflammation and the immune response.

Adverse Effects of Prednisone (Corticosteroids)

Increased risk of infection, hyperglycemia, fluid retention, weight gain, mood changes, osteoporosis.

Contraindications for Prednisone (Corticosteroids)

Systemic fungal infections and live virus vaccinations.

Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

An antipyretic and analgesic used to reduce pain and fever, with minimal anti-inflammatory effects.

Adverse Effects of Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

Generally well-tolerated, but can cause liver damage, especially with overdose.

Contraindications for Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

Severe liver disease and hypersensitivity to acetaminophen.

Penicillin G (Penicillin)

An antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms.

Adverse Effects of Penicillin G (Penicillin)

Allergic reactions, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting.

Contraindications for Penicillin G (Penicillin)

Known penicillin allergy.

Cefazolin (Cephalosporins)

A cephalosporin antibiotic used for a broad spectrum of bacterial infections.

Adverse Effects of Cefazolin (Cephalosporins)

Allergic reactions and GI upset.

Contraindications for Cefazolin (Cephalosporins)

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins.

Tetracycline (Tetracyclines)

An antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including acne and respiratory infections.

Adverse Effects of Tetracycline (Tetracyclines)

GI upset, photosensitivity, tooth discoloration.

Contraindications for Tetracycline (Tetracyclines)

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and children under 8 years.

Azithromycin (Macrolide)

A macrolide antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections like pneumonia and some STIs.

Adverse Effects of Azithromycin (Macrolide)

GI upset and QT prolongation.

Contraindications for Azithromycin (Macrolide)

History of QT prolongation.

Gentamicin (Aminoglycosides)

An aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections.

Adverse Effects of Gentamicin (Aminoglycosides)

Nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity.

Contraindications for Gentamicin (Aminoglycosides)

Known hypersensitivity to aminoglycosides.

Ciprofloxacin (Fluoroquinolones)

A fluoroquinolone antibiotic used for various bacterial infections.

Adverse Effects of Ciprofloxacin (Fluoroquinolones)

GI upset, tendonitis and tendon rupture, QT prolongation.

Contraindications for Ciprofloxacin (Fluoroquinolones)

Hypersensitivity to fluoroquinolones.

Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) (Sulfonamides)

A sulfonamide antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections and prevent infections in immunocompromised individuals.

Adverse Effects of TMP-SMX (Sulfonamides)

Hypersensitivity reactions, GI upset, photosensitivity.

Contraindications for TMP-SMX (Sulfonamides)

Hypersensitivity to sulfonamides, pregnancy at term, and infants under 2 months.

Albuterol (Beta2-Adrenergic Agonist)

A beta2-adrenergic agonist used to relieve bronchospasm in asthma and COPD.

Adverse Effects of Albuterol (Beta2-Adrenergic Agonist)

Tachycardia, tremors, nervousness.

Contraindications for Albuterol (Beta2-Adrenergic Agonist)

Hypersensitivity to albuterol.

Ipratropium (Anticholinergic)

An anticholinergic medication used for maintenance treatment of COPD.

Adverse Effects of Ipratropium (Anticholinergic)

Dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention.

Contraindications for Ipratropium (Anticholinergic)

Hypersensitivity to ipratropium or atropine.

Beclomethasone (Inhaled Corticosteroids)

An inhaled corticosteroid used to reduce airway inflammation in asthma and COPD.

Adverse Effects of Beclomethasone (Inhaled Corticosteroids)

Oral thrush, hoarseness.

Contraindications for Beclomethasone(Inhaled Corticosteroids)

Hypersensitivity to beclomethasone.

Montelukast (Singulair) (Leukotriene Modifier)

A leukotriene modifier used to prevent asthma symptoms.

Adverse Effects of Montelukast (Leukotriene Modifier)

Headache, mood changes.

Contraindications for Montelukast (Leukotriene Modifier)

Hypersensitivity to montelukast.