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Ferrous sulfate
Treats iron deficiency anemia, common GI side effects, take with food.
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Iron toxicity
Can cause GI issues, shock, liver failure; treated with deferoxamine.
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Cyanocobalamin
Treats pernicious anemia caused by lack of intrinsic factor, often given as an IM injection.
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Schilling test
Tests gastric absorption rate of vitamin B12.
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Desmopressin (DDAVP)
Stimulates release of stored factor VIII in the body; adverse reactions include fluid retention and hyponatremia.
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Heparin
Anticoagulant, monitor VS, lab values, and signs of bleeding.
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Warfarin
Vitamin K antagonist, monitor INR and signs of bleeding.
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Epoetin alpha
Stimulates RBC formation; used for anemia, increases risk for clots.
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Filgrastim
Stimulates WBC formation; used to reduce risk of infection.
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Platelets
Blood products infused quickly during active bleeding; monitor for reactions.
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Oprelvekin

Stimulate formation of platelets

Treat thrombocytopenia

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Alteplase

Thrombolytic drug - breaks up clots

Given to pts with an embolic stroke

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Clopidogrel

ADP receptor inhibitor 

Given to patients who have had a heart attack