Scribeology Common Medications

Bystolic (Nebivolol)

Hypertension - reduce the force with which heart squeezes

Catapress (Clonidine)

Hypertension

Coreg (Carvedilol)

Hypertension - reduce the force with which heart squeezes

Diovan (Valsartan)

Hypertension - prevents blood vessels from narrowing

Lasix (Furosemide)

Hypertension - diuretic pill increased urination reduced blood volume

Lopressor (Metoprolol)

Hypertension - reduce the force with which heart squeezes

Microzide (Hydrochlorothiazide – HCTZ)

Hypertension - diuretic pill increased urination reduced blood volume

Norvasc (Amlodipine)

Hypertension - widens blood vessels

Tenormin (Atenolol)

Hypertension - reduce the force with which heart squeezes

Cozaar (Losartan)

Hypertension and Chronic Kidney Disease - widens the blood vessels notably around the kidneys

Zestril (Lisinopril)

Hypertension and Chronic Kidney Disease - widens the blood vessels notably around the kidneys

Aspirin

Blood Thinner - reduces the clotting ability of the blood

Coumadin (Warfarin)

Blood Thinner - reduces the clotting ability of the blood

Heparin

Blood Thinner - reduces the clotting ability of the blood

Lovenox (Enoxaparin sodium)

Blood Thinner - reduces the clotting ability of the blood

Plavix (Clopidogrel)

Blood Thinner - reduces the clotting ability of the blood

Xarelto (Rivaroxaban)

Blood Thinner - reduces the clotting ability of the blood

Zocor (Simvastatin)

Cholesterol Medication

Lipitor (Atorvastatin)

Cholesterol Medication

Mevacor (Lovastatin)

Cholesterol Medication

Crestor (Rosuvastatin)

Cholesterol Medication

Welchol (Colesevelam)

Cholesterol Medication

Zetia (Ezetimibe)

Cholesterol Medication

Cardizem (Diltiazem)

Angina - oral medication

Nitrostat (Nitroglycerin)

Angina - placed under tongue

Nitro-Bid (Nitropaste)

Angina - ointment placed on chest

Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Congestive Heart Failure Specific Medication

Adenosine

ACLS - stabilizes irregular heart rate

Amiodarone

ACLS - stabilizes irregular heart rate

Atropine

ACLS - stabilizes bradycardia

Cardizem (Diltiazem) Injection

ACLS - stabilizes tachycardia

Dopamine

ACLS - stabilizes low blood pressure promotes hemodynamic stability

Epinephrine

ACLS - increases coronary perfusion pressure

Norepinephrine

ACLS - stabilizes low blood pressure

Sodium Bicarbonate

ACLS - combats blood acidosis due to patient apnea

Vasopressin

ACLS - increases coronary perfusion pressure

Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)

Chronic Lung - prevents and reduces spasm and tightening of the airways

Proventil/Proair/Ventolin (Albuterol)

Chronic Lung - prevents and reduces spasm and tightening of the airways

Terbulin (Terbutaline)

Chronic Lung - muscle relaxant that prevents and reduces spasm and tightening of the airways

Theolair (Theophylline)

Chronic Lung - stimulant that promotes regular and normal breathing

Xopenex (Levalbuterol)

Chronic Lung - prevents and reduces spasm and tightening of the airways

Streptokinase

Stroke Treatment - milder medication that breaks down blood clots

tPA (tissue plasminogen activator)

Stroke Treatment - systemic breakdown of blood clots must be administered within 3 hours of onset

Aldoril D50 (Dextrose)

Hypoglycemia - easily digestible sugar

Huma-log (Insulin)

Hyperglycemia - artificially grown insulin injected directly into the blood to reduce blood sugar

Januvia (Sitagliptin)

Hyperglycemia - regulates insulin production within the body

Glucophage (Metformin)

Hyperglycemia - regulates insulin production within the body

Lantus (Insulin glargine)

Hyperglycemia - artificially grown insulin injected directly into the blood to reduce blood sugar

Nexium (Esomeprazole)

GERD - decreases acid production in the stomach

Prilosec (Omeprazole)

GERD - decreases acid production in the stomach

Protonix (Pantoprazole)

GERD - decreases acid production in the stomach

Zantac (Ranitidine)

GERD - combination GI medication and anti-allergy medication

Bentyl (Dicyclomine)

Vomiting - reduces smooth muscle spasm

Compazine (Prochlorperazine)

Vomiting - reduces nausea and vomiting

Phenergan (Promethazine)

Vomiting - reduces nausea and vomiting

Reglan (Metoclopramide)

Vomiting - anti-nausea combined with gut motility stimulator

Skelaxin (Metaxalone)

Vomiting - reduces smooth muscle spasm

Zofran (Ondansetron)

Vomiting - reduces nausea and vomiting

Flomax (Tamsulosin)

Enlarged Prostate Treatment

Cialis (Tadalafil)

Sexual Dysfunction

Levitra (Vardenafil)

Sexual Dysfunction

Viagra (Sildenafil)

Sexual Dysfunction

Depakote (Valproic acid)

Seizure - anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer

Dilantin (Phenytoin)

Seizure - treatment of epileptic seizures

Lamotrigine (Lamictal)

Seizure Treatment

Tegretol (Carbamazepine)

Seizure - anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer

Ativan (Lorazepam)

Anxiety - sedative

Diazepam (Valium)

Anxiety - sedative

Effexor (Venlafaxine)

Anxiety - SSRI type medication promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Klonopin (Clonazepam)

Anxiety - benzodiazepine type medication promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Nembutal (Pentobarbital)

Anxiety - sedative

Versed (Midazolam)

Anxiety - sedative

Xanax (Alprazolam)

Anxiety - sedative

Adderall (Dextroamphetamine)

ADHD - stimulant promoting behavioral changes

Concerta/Ritalin (Methylphenidate)

ADHD - stimulant promoting behavioral changes

Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine)

ADHD - stimulant promoting behavioral changes

Seroquel (Quetiapine)

Bipolar Disorder/Schizophrenia

Risperdal (Risperidone)

Bipolar Disorder/Schizophrenia

Haldol (Haloperidol)

Combative Behavior - general mental disorder medication commonly used in the ED to calm combative patients

Celexa (Citalopram)

Depression - SSRI type medication promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Cymbalta (Duloxetine)

Depression - SSRI type medication promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Lexapro (Escitalopram)

Depression - SSRI type medication promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Paxil (Paroxetine)

Depression - SSRI type medication promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Prozac (Fluoxetine)

Depression - SSRI type medication promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Wellbutrin (Bupropion)

Depression - aminoketone type medication also used to treat ADHD

Zoloft (Sertraline)

Depression - SSRI type medication promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Narcan (Naloxone)

Drug Withdrawal - helps reverse side effects of narcotic medications

Romazicon (Flumazenil)

Drug Withdrawal - treats drowsiness following surgery or drug overdose

Ambien (Zolpidem)

Sleep Medication

Lunesta (Eszopiclone)

Sleep Medication

Silenor (Doxepin)

Sleep Medication

Phenobarbital

Sleep Medication - true sedative

Fluorescein

Foreign Body in Eye - fluorescent tracer to detect foreign bodies in the eyes

Restasis (Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Emulsion)

Dry Eyes - prescription eye drops

Alphagan (Brimonidine tartrate)

Glaucoma

Combigan (Brimonidine/timolol)

Glaucoma

Iopidine (Apraclonidine)

Glaucoma

Aldactone (Spironolactone)

Acne - blood pressure medication that alters hormone levels treating acne

Benzaclin (Benzoyl peroxide/Clindamycin)

Acne - topical antibiotic

Claravis (Accutane/Isotretinoin)

Acne - oral vitamin A derivative