Drugs Flashcards
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alendronate sodium (Fosamax)
A
Used to treat Osteoporosis
Slows down bone loss and increases bone mass.
Must be upright or standing for 30 minutes after taking medication. It can cause acid reflux
2
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raloxifene (Evista)
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Used to prevent or treat Osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
Do not take if you ever had a blood clot
3
Q
metformin (Glucophage)
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Oral diabetes medication used to help control blood sugar levels.
It is used for patients with type 2 diabetes
Stop taking metformin temporarily if having a Xray or CT scan that involves dye
4
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prednisolone (Prednisone)
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A steroid that prevents the release of substance that cause inflammation.
It can cause Hirsutism (excessive bodily hair)
