Advanced Pharm Exam 3 Drugs

Aspirin

Anti-platelet/anti-inflammatory; watch for s/s of bleeding

Cetirizine (Zyrtec)

Antihistamine; for seasonal allergies

Naproxen (Aleve)

NSAID; decreased bleeding time; GI upset; for pain/fever

Ketorolac (Toradol)

NSAID; IV/PO

Penicillin

Anti-infective; check allergies

NSAIDs

Tx pain, fever, & inflammation

Tetracycline

Antibiotic; stains teeth; don’t use if pregnant

Aminoglycosides

Strong antibiotic; check levels; toxic to ears & kidneys

Ivermectin (Stromectol)

De-wormer; use for ringworms

Acyclovir (Zovirax)

Antiviral for herpes/shingles

Ribavirin (Virazole)

Antiviral for RSV (inhaler)

Rifampin ( Rifadin)

Antibiotic for TB; turns urine, tears, & sweat orange/red

Ketoconazole (Nizoral)

Antifungal; jock itch/athlete’s foot

Mebendazole (Vermox)

Tx for worms (hookworms/pinworms)

Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim)

Antibiotic; sulfa drug

Codeine

Narcotic; anti-tussive (cough); monitor RR

INH (Isoniazid)

TB drug (hard on liver)

Zanamivir (Relenza)

Inhalation for flu A & B

Tiotropium (Spiriva)

Anticholinergic: fight or flight response; relieves broncospasm

Theophylline (Theo-Dur)

Methylxanthine; relieves broncospasm; oral or IV

Albuterol (Ventolin)

Beta-adrenergic agonist; can use for asthma attack

Ipratropium Bromide (Atrovent)

Anticholinergic; rinse mouth after use

Varenicline (Chantix)

Smoking deterent; bad dreams

Oseltamivir Phosphate (Tamiflu)

Oral med for flu

Caffeine Citrate (Cafcit)

Stimulant for sleep apnea

Aminophylline (Phyllocontin)

Methylxanthine; relieves broncospasm; oral or IV

Loperamide (Imodium)

Anti-diarrhea

Calcium Carbonate (Tums)

Antacid

Psyllium (Metamucil)

Bulk-forming laxative

Senna (Senokot)

Stimulant laxative

Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol)

Absorbent for diarrhea; SE- black stool/tongue

Polyethylene Glycol Electrolyte Solution (GoLYTELY)

Bowel evacuator; before colonoscopy

Mineral Oil (Fleet Mineral Oil)

Lubricant Laxative

Famotidine (Pepcid)

H2 antagonist

Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)

Antibacterial; for travelers diarrhea

St. John’s Wart

Supplement herbal

Docusate (Colace)

Stool softener; decreases stool consistency

Nabilone (Casemet)

Cannabinoid for n/v; med. marijuana

Promethazine (Phenergan)

Anti-emetic; SE- drowsiness before & after chemo

Esomeprazole (Nexium)

Proton-pump inhibitor; decreases acidity of the stomach by binding stomach enzymes

Lansoprazole (Prevacid)

Proton-pump inhibitor; decreases acidity of the stomach by binding stomach enzymes

Ranitidine (Zantac)

H2 antagonist; blocks histamine; prevents secretion of HCL

Pantoprazole (Protonix)

Proton-pump inhibitor; decreases acidity of the stomach by binding stomach enzymes

Syrup of Ipecac

Induces vomiting for poisoning

Nystatin (Mycostatin)

Anti-fungal for oral thrush

Phentermine (Adipex-P)

Appetite supplement; SE- palpations, erythemas

Activated Charcoal

Poisoning tx for overdose

Misoprostol (Cytotec)

Prostaglandin (peptic ulcers); don’t use if pregnant

Metronidazole (Flagyl)

Travelers diarrhea; STI tx of trichomoniasis

Metoclopramide (Reglan)

Antiemetic; gastric stimulant; don’t use for restless leg

AndroGel

Testosterone replacement

Dinoprostone (Cervidil)

Cervical ripening; softens cervix to prepare for L&D

Tadalafil (Cialis)

Erectile dysfunction med; take orally on a daily basis