Common Medications Scribe.ology

Bystolic (Nebivolol)

reduce the force with which heart squeezes

Catapress (Clonidine)

reduce the force with which heart squeezes

Coreg (Carvedilol)

reduce the force with which heart squeezes

Diovan (Valsartan)

prevents blood vessels from narrowing

Lasix (Furosimide)

diuretic pill (increased urintion, reduces blood volume)

Lopressor (Metoprolol)

reduce the force with which heart squeezes

Microzide (Hydrochorothiazide- HCTZ)

diuretic pill (increased urination, reduced blood volume)

Norvasc (Amlodipine)

widens blood vessels

Tenormin (Atenolol)

reduce the force with which heart squeezes

Cozzar (Losartan)

widens the blood vessels, notably around the kidneys

Zestril (Lisinopril)

widens the blood vessels, notably around the kidneys

Asprin

Blood Thinner

Coumadin (Warfarin)

Blood Thinner

Heparin

Blood Thinner

Lovenox (Enoxaparin sodium)

Blood Thinner

plavix (Clopidogrel)

Blood Thinner

Xarelto (Rivaroxaban)

Blood Thinner

Zacor (Simvastatin)

Cholesterol Med

Lipitor (atorvastatin)

Cholesterol Med

Mevacor (Lovastatin)

Cholesterol Med

Crestor (Resuvastatin)

Cholesterol Med

Welchol (Colesevelam)

Cholesterol Med

Zetia (Ezetimible)

Cholesterol Med

Cardizem (Diltiazem)

oral med for angina

Nitrostat (Nitroglycerin)

placed under tongue for angina

Nitro-Bid (Nitropaste)

ointment placed on chest for angina

Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Congestive heart failure specific med

ACLS

Advanced Care Life Support; used to stabilize critical patients.

Adenosine

stabilizes irregular heartrate

Amiodarone

stabilizes irregular heartrate

Atropine

stabilizes bradycardia

Cardizem (Diliazem) Injection

stabilizes tachycardia

Dopamine

stabilizes low bp

Epinephrine

increases coronary perfusion pressure

Norepinephrine

stabilizes low bp

Sodium Bicarbonate

combats blood acidosis due to patient apnea

Vasopressin

increases coronary perfusion pressure

Ipratopim Bromide (Atrovent)

prevents and reduces spasm and tightening of airways

Proventil, Proair, Ventolin (Albuterol)

prevents and reduces spasm and tightening of airways

Terbulin (Terbutaline)

muscle relaxant that prevents and reduces spasm and tightening of airways

Theolair (Theophylline)

stimulant that promotes regular and normal breathing

Xopenex (Levalbuterol)

prevents and reduces spasm and tightening of the airways

Streptokinase

milder medication that breaks down blood clots

tPA

systemic breakdown of blood clots. Must be administered w/i 3 hr of onset of symptoms

Aldoril D50 (Dextrose)

easily digestible sugar

Huma-log (Insulin)

artificially grown insulin injected directly into blood to reduce sugar lvls

Januvia (Sitagliptin)

regulates insulin production w/i body

Glucophage (Metformin)

regulates insulin production w/i body

Lantus (Insulin glargine)

artificially grown insulin injected directly into blood to reduce sugar lvls

Nexium (Esomeprazole)

treats heartburn/GERD

Prilosec (Omeprazole)

treats heartburn/GERD

Protonix (Pantoprazole)

treats heartburn/GERD

Zantac (Ranitidine)

combination GI med and anti-allergy med

Bentyl (Dicyclomine)

reduces smooth muscle spasm

Compazine (Prochlorperazine)

reduces nausea and vomiting

Phenergan (Promethazine)

reduces nausea and vomiting

Reglan (Metoclopramide)

anti-nausea combined w/ gut motility stimulator

Skelaxin (Metaxalone)

reduces smooth muscle spasm

Zofran (Ondansetron)

reduces nausea and vomiting

Flomax (Tamsulosin)

enlarged prostate treatment

Cialis (Tadalafil)

Sexual Dysfunction

Levitra (Vardenafil)

Sexual Dysfunction

Viagra (Sildenafil)

Sexual Dysfunction

Depakote (Valporic acid)

anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer

Dilantin (Phenytoin)

treatment of epileptic seizures

Lamotrigine (Lamictal)

treatment of epileptic seizures

Tegretol (Carbamazepine)

anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer

Ativan (Lorazepam)

sedative

Diazepam (Valium)

sedative

Effexor (Venlafaxine)

SSRI, promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Klonopin (Clonazepam)

benzodiazepine type med; promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Nembutal (Pentobarbital)

sedative

Versed (Midazolam)

sedative

Xanax (Alprazolam)

sedative

Adderall (Dextroamphetamine)

treats ADHD; stimulants promoting behavioral changes

Concerta/ Ritalin (Methylphenidate)

treats ADHD; stimulants promoting behavioral changes

Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine)

treats ADHD; stimulants promoting behavioral changes

Seroquel (Quetiapine)

treats bipolar disorder/schizophrenia

Risperdal (Risperidone)

treats bipolar disorder/schizophrenia

Haldol (Haloperidol)

general mental disorder medication, commonly used w/i ED to clam combative patients

Celexa (Citalopram)

SSRI; promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Cymbalta (Duloxetine)

SSRI; promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Lexapro (Escitalopram)

SSRI; promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Paxil (Paroxetine)

SSRI; promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Prozc (Fluoxetine)

SSRI; promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Wellbutrin (Bupropion)

animoketone type med; also used to treat ADHD

Zoloft (Sertraline)

SSRI; promotes hormonal and neurochemical balance

Narcn (Naloxone)

helps reverse side effects of narcotic med; usually given by EMS or in the ED

Romazicon (Flumazenil)

treats drowsiness following surgery or drug overdose

Ambien (Zolepidem)

Sleep Med

Lunesta (Eszopiclone)

Sleep Med

Silenor (Doxepin)

Sleep Med

Phenobarbital

true sedtive

Fluroscein

fluorescent tracer to detect foreign bodies in the eyes

Restasis (Cyclosporine Opthlmic Emulsion)

prescription eye drops

Alphagan (Brimonidine tartrate)

glaucoma treatment

Combigan (Brimonidine/timolol)

glaucoma treatment

Iopidine (Aprclondine)

glaucoma treatment

Aldactone (Spironalactone)

bp medication that alters hormone lvls; treating acne in many cases

Benzaclin (Benzoyl peroxide/Clindamycin)

topical antibiotic for acne