Drugs 1-10

Question 1

Esomeprazole

Answer 1

Brand Name: Nexium

For treatment of PUD & GERD

Dental considerations: xerostomia and halitosis

Question 2

Levothyroxine

Answer 2

Brand Name: Synthroid

For treatment of: Hypothyroidism

Dental considerations: None

Question 3

Hydrocodone/APAP

Answer 3

Brand Name: Vicodin

For treatment of: Pain

Dental considerations: Xerostomia

Question 4

Amoxicillin

Answer 4

Brand Name: Amoxil

For treatment of: Bacterial infections

Dental considerations: Oral candidiasis

Question 5

Lisinopril

Answer 5

Brand Name: Prinivil

For treatment of: Hypertension

Dental considerations: Orthostatic hypotension, non-productive cough

Question 6

Atorvastatin

Answer 6

Brand Name: Lipitor

For treatment of: Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol)

Dental considerations: Muscle pain and weakness

Question 7

Simvastatin

Answer 7

Brand Name: Zocor

For treatment of: Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol)

Dental considerations: Muscle pain and weakness

Question 8

Clopidogrel

Answer 8

Brand Name: Plavix

For treatment of: Thromboembolic disease (blood clots)

Dental considerations: Increased risk of bleeding

Question 9

Montelukast

Answer 9

Brand Name: Singulair

For treatment of: Asthma

Dental considerations: Increased risk of infection

Question 10

Rosuvastatin

Answer 10

Brand Name: Crestor

For treatment of: Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol)

Dental considerations: Muscle pain and weakness