RxReflex Side Effects PTCB Cheat Sheet

A collection of flashcards detailing common side effects and clinical notes for specific medications and drug classes based on the RxReflex PTCB Cheat Sheet.

ACE inhibitors (-pril)

Common side effects include dry cough and high potassium.

Metformin

Causes GI upset / diarrhea; should be taken with food.

Statins (-statin)

Commonly associated with muscle pain (myalgia).

Opioids

Common side effects include constipation and sedation.

Furosemide (loop diuretic)

Associated with low potassium.

Amiodarone

Can cause blue-gray skin, as well as thyroid and lung effects.

Albuterol

Common side effects include tremor and fast heart rate.

Prednisone (steroids)

Causes high blood sugar and insomnia; should be taken in the AM with food.

Spironolactone

Common side effects include high potassium and gynecomastia.

Sulfonylureas (glipizide)

Associated with low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).

Metronidazole

Causes a metallic taste; patients should avoid alcohol.

SSRIs

Causes GI and sexual effects; generally takes $4-6$ weeks to work.