otc indication dosing

afrin indication

for temporary relief of nasal congestion associated w/ cold, hay fever, sinusitis, and upper respiratory allergies

afrin dosing

2-3 sprays/drops in ea. nostril QAM and QPM

flonase indication

for temporary relief of symptoms of hay fever and other upper respiratory allergies (nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose, itchy/watery eyes) in adults and children 4 yoa or older

afrin delivery instructions

to spray, squeeze bottle quickly and firmly

don't tilt head back while spraying

wipe nozzle clean after ea use

flonase minimum age

4

flonase dosing

starting: 2 sprays in ea. nostril SID or one spray BID

\-after a few days may reduce to one spray ea. nostril SID

\-most adolescents start w/ one spray

\-max daily dose: 2 sprays in ea. nostril SID

allegra indication

for relief of symptoms associated w/ seasonal allergic rhinitis such as sneezing, rhinorrhea, pruritus, and lacramation

allegra dosing

use 60 mg BID or 180 mg QD

\-kids > 2 yoa 30 mg BID PRN

allegra minimum age

2 yoa

DPH indication

for temporary treatment of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies characterized by runny nose, sneezing, itching of nose or throat, watery eyes

DPH dosing

adults: 1-2 doses Q4-6H max of 300 mg DPH QD

children (6-12): 1-2 doses Q4-6H max of 150 mg of 4 doses/d

DPH min age

6

PE indications

for temp treatment of sinus congestion

PE dosing

adults: 1-2 tabs, caps, tsp, Q4-6H max of 4 doses/d

children (6-12): 1 tsp Q4-6H max of 4 doses/d

claritin-d indications

for relief os ymptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and children 12 yoa and up

claritin-d dosing

one 12 hr tab Q12H on an empty stomach or 1 24 hr tab SID w/ water

claritin indication

for relief os ymptoms associated w/ seasonal allergic rhinitis such as sneezing/rhinorrhea pruritus and lacrimation, management of idiopathic chronic urticaria

claritin dosing

10 mg QD PRN on empty stomach

\-dosage yoa 2 and up: 65 mg QD PR

claritin min age

2

products w/ brompheniramine/chlorpheniramine/diphenhydramine indications

temporary treatment of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies characterized by running nose, sneezing itching of nose or throat, water eyes

products w/ DMX indicated for

temp treatment of cough due to minor throat irritations

dimetapp dosing

adults 2 tsp Q4-6H

kids (6-12): 1 tsp Q4-6H

dimetapp minimum age

6

PSE indications

temporary treatment of sinus and nasal congestions

GUA indications

for temp relief of cough due to chest congestions

APAP indications

for temp relief of minor pain or reducing fever

sudafed treatment for adults

1-2 tabs/caps Q6H PRN. Don't exceed 8 tabs in 24 hr

\-SR: 1 cap Q12/24H. Don't exceed 240 mg in 24 hr

sudafed treatment for kids 6-12

1/2 tab or 1 tsp Q4-6H. don't exceed 4 doses.

sudafed treatment for kids 2-6

1/2 tsp Q4-6H

\-don't exceed 4 tsp in 24 hr

zyrtec indications

for relief of symptoms associated w/ seasonal allergic rhinitis due to allergens such as ragweed/grass/tree pollens in adults and kids \> 2 yoa, relief of symptoms associated w/ perennial allergic rhinitis due to allergens such as dust mites, animal dander and molds in adults and kids \> 60 mo, for relief of chronic idiopathic urticaria in adult and kids \> d60 mo

zyrtec dosing

2.5-10 mg QD

products w/ doxylamine indacted for

temp treatment of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies characterized by runny nose, sneezing, itching of the nose or throat and itchy, watery eyes

nyquil dosing

1-2 cap or 1 tbs (15-30 mL) at bedtime

dayquil dosing for adults

2 tbs (30 mL) or 2 capsules Q4H PRN, not to exceed 6 doses in 24 hr period

dayquil dosing for children 6-12 yoa

1 tbs (15 mL) Q4H PRN not to exceed 5 doses in 24 hr period

cold-eeze indications

to reduce the duration and severity of the common cold (symptoms include one or more of the following): coughing, sore throat, stuffy nose, sneezing, runny nose, and/or hoarseness

cold-eeze lozenges dosing

Q2-4H beginning a first sign of cold. max of 6/d. DON"T chew.

cold-eeze quickmelts

don't chew. a tab PO QH beginning at the first sign of a cold and continuing until all symptoms have ended. Max of 16/d

airborne indications

for daily help in supporting immune systems (take 2 doses QD) and for temporary help in supporting the immune system (take 1 doses QD)

products w/ CPH are indicated for

temporary treatment of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies characterized by running nose/sneezing/itching of nose or throat/itchy/watery eyes

tylenol cold & flu dose

1-2 tabs/caps/gelcaps/tbs Q6H, not to exceed 8 Q24H

delsym indications

for temporary relief of cough due to minor thorat and bronchial irritation

delsym dosing

adults: 2 tsp Q12H

children 6-12 yr: 1 tsp Q12H

children 2-6 yr: 1/2 tsp Q12H

mucinex (adult)

to lossen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of excess mucus and make coughs more productive, to temporarily relieve nasal congestion (D), to relief impulse to cough and intesnity of cough (DM)

mucinex dosing

\>12 yoa - Q12H UD

desitin indications

treatment and prevention of diaper rash

desitin dosing

apply liberally as often as necessary w/ ea diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged. be sure to change wet or soiled diapers promptly, cleanse the diaper area, and allow skin to dry before applying ointment

halls cough drops indications

for temporary relief occasional minor irritation or sore throat and cough due to cold, temporary minor discomfort and irritated areas associated w/ sore mouth and sore throat, immune system support

halls cough drops dosing

dissolve 1 drop slowly, repeat Q2H PRN

advil indications

for temporary relief of migraine headaches, for temporary relief of minor aches nd pains associated w/ the common cold, headache, toothache, muscular aches, backache, for the minor pain of arthritis, for the pain of menstrual cramps and for the reduction of fever

advil dosing

2 caps w/ water-don't take more than 2 cap in 24 hr unless directed (for migraine)

\-1-2 doses Q4-6H, don't exceed more than 6 doses in 24 hr

\-children's is weight base

motrin IB indications

for temp relief of minor aches and pains associated w/ the common arthritis, for the pain of menstrual cramps and for reduction of fever

motrin IB dosing

1-2 tabs Q4-6H while symptoms persist. don't exceed 6 tabs in 24 hr UD

motrin dosing in kids

give appropriate dose Q6-8H

\-o/ 11 yoa (72 lbs): 300 mg

\-9-10 (60-71): 250 mg

\-6-8 (48-59): 200 mg

\-4-5 (36-47): 150 mg

\-2-3 (24-35): 100 mg

\-1-2 (18-23): 75 mg

\-6-11 mo (12-17); 50 mg

aleve indications

for temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated w/ common cold, headaches, toothache, muscular ches, backache, for the minor pain of arthritis, for pain of menstrual cramps and for reduction of fever

aleve dosing

> 65 yoa: no more than 1 tab Q12H

< 65 yoa: Q8-12H while symptoms persist. don't take more than 3 tabs in 24 hr period w/o advise

excedrin & excedrin PM indication

for temporary relief of pain of migraine heaache, sinusitis, colds, muscular aches, menstrual discomfort, toothache, minor arthritis pain

excedrin & excedrin PM dosing

2 doses w/ water Q6H while symptoms persist, don't exceed 8 doses in 24 hr

tylenol indication

for temporary relief of mild to moderate pain including minor pain of arthritis and rheumatism and for the control of fever

tylenol dosing

325-650 mg Q4-6H. don't exceed 4 g

\-for arthritis: 2 caps Q8H PRN

\-kids: 10 mg/kg/dose 4-5x/d. don't exceed 5 doses

bayer aspirin indications

temp relief of mild to moderate pain including minor pain of arthritis and rheumatism and for control of fever

bayer aspirin dosing

1-2 doses Q4-6H PRN, don't exceed 4 g ASA per 24 hr

\-child dose approx 5 mg/lb Q4-6H PRN

AHA recommendations for aspirin

use of low dose aspirin for prevention of stroke and other cardiovascular events in patients w/ positive risk factors (811-325 QD)

buffered aspirin indications

temp relief of mild to moderate pain including minor pain of arthritis & rheumatism

buffered aspirin dosing

325-1000 mg Q4-6H PRN, dont' exceed 4 mg

bengay indications

for temp relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated w/ arthritis, simple backache, strains, sprains, bruises

bengay dosing

AAA 3-4x/d. don't use w/ heating pads or devices

solarcaine indications

for temporary relief of pain and itching due to sunburn, minor cuts, scrapes, minor burns, insect bites, and minor skin irritations (cool aloe burn relief)

solarcaine dosing

AAA 3-4x/d. don't spray on face, instead apply to palm of hand and gently apply to face

\-not indicated for under 2 yoa

chloraseptic indications

for temp relief of occasional minor mouth irritation and pain, sore mouth, and sore throat

chloraseptic dosing

PRN Q2H or as directed by physcian or dentists

cepacol indications

\-to temporarily reliev sore throat pain/sore mouth/minor mouth irritation/pain associated w/ canker sores

\-temp relief occasional minor irritation, pain, sore mouth, sore throat while controlling cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation associated w/ (sore throat + cough lozenge)

cepacol dosing

slowly dissolve 1 lozenge PO repeat Q4H UD

\-for lozenges don't exceed 12 in 24 or if child 6 per 24)

nicoderm CQ indications

Used as adjunctive in cessation of tobacco smoking. Nicoderm treatment should be used as part of a comprehensive behavioral smoking-cessation program

nicoderm CQ dosing

treatment should be initiated w/ 21 mg/d systems and continued for 4-8 weeks. Thend ecrease dose to 14 mg/d for next 2-4 weeks. Finally decrease dose to 7 mg/d systems for 2-4 weeks. Discontinue treatment at 3 months. Patients who weight less than 100 lbs, smoke less than 10 cigarettes/d, or have CVD should start w/ 14 mg/d systems ofr first 4-8 weeks

nicorette indications

Used as an adjunctive in the cessation of tobacco smoking

nicorette dosing

i. Gum: chew 1 piece of gum slowly when urge to smoke. Stop chewing hwen tingling sensation felt or gum taste is apparent. Keep in mouth and begin chewing agin when taste dips. Ea piece last approx. 30 min grad reduce number of pieces chewed/d. max of 24/d. stop at end of week 12. Use 2 mg strength if smoke less than 25 cigs/d and 4 mg if more than

ii. Lozenges: dissolve by moving from one side of mouth to other when urge to smoke. If smoke first cig at least 30 min after waking start w/ 2 mg strength if within then start with 4 mg

neosporin indications

prophylaxis of infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns and treatment of impetigo vulgaris, folliculitis and other infectious diseases of the skin

neosporin dosing

clean affected area w/ mild soap and water. Cover wound w/ thin film of med 1-3x/d. wounds may be covered w/ sterile bandage. May use Neosporin plus when pain relief is desirable

phillips' milk of magnesia indications

Relief acid indigestion and heartburn

relief occasional constipation or irregularity

phillips' milk of magnesia dosing

antacid: adults 600-1200 mg, children >7 yoa 300-400 mg 4x/d

laxative:


1. Adults: 1800-2400 mg at bedtime w/ full glass of water (6-8 hr after bowel movement)
2. Children (6-11): 800-1200 mg at bedtime w/ full glass of water
3. Children (2-5): 300-600 mg at bedtime w/ full glass of wter

benadryl top for itching and pain associated with insect bites, rashes, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, allergies, minor skin irritations

apply to aa tid-qid

>6 and up

cortizone-10 for temp relief of itching and infl due to minor skin irritation: poison ivy-oak-sumac, insect bites, rashes, eczema, seborrheic dermatitis

apply to aa up to qid

eucerin for relief of dry skin associated with skin conditions or drying medications

apply to aa qd or as directed

eucerin for temp relief of itching due to minor skin irritations

use skin calming itch-relief lotion on aa tid-qid

eucerin to help exfoliate rough, damaged skin while providing moisture

use repair body creme or lotion qd or as directed

capzasin-p & capzasin-hp for RA, osteoarthritis, relief of neuralgias such as shingles or painful diabetic neuropathy

apply to aa tid-qid

\-wash hands following application or use disposable glove

\-transient burning may occur upon application

nexium 24hr heartburn occurs 2 or more days a week

take once for 14 days

\-not indicated for immediate relief of heartburn

\-take up to 3 days to become effective

mintox relief of acid indigestion, heartburn, sour stomach or upset stomach

two to four doses qid after meals and at bedtime

mintox relief of acid indigestion, heartburn, sour stomach, and upset stomach accompanied by gas

two to four doses qid after meals and at bedtime

zyrtec-d relief of nasal and non-nasal sx associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis

one tab bid

\-12 and up

\-tab taken whole

duofilm for common warts

\-wash aa

\-soak wart in water for 5 mins

\-dry

\-apply enough liquid or patch to cover wart completely

\-let liquid dry

\-a protective cover may be used after drying to avoid picking and to inc moisture retention

\-repeat this with liquid once or twice

\-up to 12 weeks

lamisil for interdigital tinea pedis (athletes foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), or tinea corporis (ringworm)

apply to cover aa once a day for jock itch and ring worm or twice a day for athletes foot min of 7 days and max of 28 days

\-if the aa is on bottom or sides of foot use bid for min of 14 days

lotrimin af athletes foot, jock itch, ringworm

apply to aa bid, rub in, use for four weeks for athletes foot and ringworm and 2 for jock itch

robitussin chlorpheniramine

hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies characterized by runny nose, sneezing, itching of nose or throat and itchy, watery eyes

robitussin phenylephrine

sinus and nasal congestion

robitussin dextromethorphan or diphenhydramine

cough

robitussin apap

minor pain and reduction of fever

robitussin guaifenesin

cough due to chest congestion

robitussin adult dosage

2-4 tsp or 2 tab q4h max 8 doses q24h