cold , flu, and allergy meds

what are the antihistamines

diphenhydramine (Benadryl), hydroxyzine (first gen)

loratadine, cetirizine ( second gen)

wht are the antitussives

dextromethorphan, codeine

what are the decongestants meds (increase Hr and BP)

pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine , oxymetazoline (Afrin)

side effects with antihistamines ( first gen- benadryl + hydroxyzine)

Sedation -Avoid driving and activities requiring alertness.

- Do not take with CNS depressants such as benzodiazepines, opioids, or alcohol (risk for excessive sedation).

Paradoxical reactions (restlessness, irritability) can occur in children and older adults.

drugs that cause anticholinergic effects (These Agens Affect Acetylcholine)

Tricyclin antidepressants ( amitriptyline, nortriptyline)

Antihistamines ( 1st gen-diphenhydramine)

Antipsychotics ( haloperidol, olanzapine)

Antispasmodic (oxybutynin)

contraindication of anticholinergic meds

glaucoma

(+ avoid in elderly , delerium + falls)

Antitussisves suppresses the

cough ( use in non productive cough)

avoid use of codeine in copd, frail older adults bc at risk of

respiratory depression

decongestants relieve nasal congestion by decrease swelling in nasal passages which promotes

nasal drainage

NC of nasal decongestants

limit use sprays to 3 days bc rebound congestion

-report palpitaions, tachycardia,dizzynes ( BC CAN INCREASE HR AND BP)

often uses w expectorants (guaifenesin, to thin and drain secretions)