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Peptic Ulcer Disease

A condition characterized by open sores in the lining of the stomach or the duodenum.

PPI (Proton Pump Inhibitor)

Medications such as AZOLE that block stomach acid secretion.

Ondansetron

An antiemetic drug used to prevent nausea and vomiting, known for causing QT prolongation.

Cimetidine

A medication for peptic ulcer disease, typically taken at bedtime.

Diphenhydramine

An antihistamine used to decrease symptoms of allergic responses and for motion sickness.

Statins

Cholesterol-lowering medications that are typically taken with food.

ACE Inhibitors (PRIL)

Medications that can cause angioedema, cough, and elevated potassium levels.

ARBs (SARTAN)

Angiotensin receptor blockers that do not cause a cough or hyperkalemia.

Beta Blockers (LOL)

Medications that slow heart rate and may trigger asthma attacks.

Calcium Channel Blockers (CCB)

Drugs such as Amlodipine, Diltiazem, and Verapamil that lower blood pressure and may cause edema.

Digoxin

A medication requiring monitoring of heart rate; toxicity symptoms include nausea and yellow vision.

Warfarin

Anticoagulant requiring INR monitoring and avoidance of Vitamin K.

Heparin

Anticoagulant requiring aPTT monitoring with protamine sulfate as an antidote.

Exonaparin

An anticoagulant that should not have its air bubble expelled.

Thrombolytics (PLASE)

Enzymes used to break down blood clots.

Albuterol

A rescue inhaler for asthma, can cause tremors, headaches, and hyperactivity.

Theophylline

Medication used for bronchial asthma that may cause dizziness and tachycardia.

Ipratropium

An anticholinergic bronchodilator with potential side effects like dizziness and palpitations.

Izoniazid

First-line medication for tuberculosis treatment.

Rifampin

An antibiotic used in combination with Izoniazid for tuberculosis.

Spironolactone

A potassium-sparing diuretic.

Promethazine

Medication used for treating nausea and vomiting.

Phenytoin

An anticonvulsant used for epilepsy.

Gabapentin

Medication that should not be taken with antacids within 2 hours.

Phenelzine

A Monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) used for anxiety and depression.

Fluoxetine

An SSRI antidepressant that may take weeks to show effects and has a suicide risk.

Buspirone

An antianxiety medication used for patients with abuse disorders, longer acting.

Benzodiazepines (PAMS/LAMS)

Quick-acting CNS depressants with risks of sedation and fall risk.

Lithium

Mood stabilizer with a narrow therapeutic index; toxicity signs include tremor and confusion.

Ciprofloxacin

An antibiotic with side effects including headache, nausea, and rash.

Gentamicin

An aminoglycoside antibiotic associated with nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity.

Vancomycin

An antibiotic that must be infused slowly to avoid red man syndrome.

Penicillin/Cephalosporins

Antibiotics that carry risk of allergies and anaphylaxis.

Metformin

Diabetes medication taken with meals to reduce gastrointestinal upset.

Prednisone

Corticosteroid requiring tapering, with side effects including mood swings and hyperglycemia.

Glucocorticoids (SONES)

Medications that can influence hypertension.

DKA (Diabetic Ketoacidosis)

Condition treated with short-acting insulin.

Phentermine

A medication used for short-term treatment of obesity.

Acetaminophen Antidote

Acetylcysteine is used to treat acetaminophen overdose.

Opioids Antidote

Naloxone is used to reverse opioid overdoses.

Heparin Antidote

Protamine sulfate is the antidote for heparin.

Warfarin Antidote

Vitamin K is used to reverse warfarin's effects.

Benzodiazepines Antidote

Flumazenil is used to counteract benzodiazepine overdose.