Headache

Question 1

Dose of Acetaminophen for first line

Answer 1

1000mg versus single dose 650mg

Question 2

Antiemetic Agents

Answer 2

Can augment pain relieving by decreasing gastric emptying and improves absorption; can have sedating effects

Question 3

Promethazine BOX WARNING

Answer 3

gangrene

Question 4

Prochlorperazine BOX WARNING

Answer 4

especially in the elderly** tardive dyskinesia decreases stimulation to the brain stem

Question 5

OTC agents contain

Answer 5

caffeine

Question 6

First line medications for headache

Answer 6

Aspirin/NSAID

Question 6

Second line medications for headache

Answer 6

Triptans

also: vanlafaxine (effexor)- an SNRI and mirtazapine (remeron) a tetracycyclic antidepressants

tricyclic antidepressant TCAs such as imipramine, doxepin and protriptyline

Question 7

Third line medications for headache

Answer 7

Triptan plus an NSAID

Question 7

Patient education about food triggers

Answer 7

Aspartame, caffeine, chocolate monosodium glutamate red wine and other alcohol

Question 8

excedrin extra strength is an otc medication containing

Answer 8

acetaminophen, aspirin ADN caffeine

Question 9

chronic use of coffee can cause

Answer 9

vasoconstriction and have caffeine withdrawal

Question 10

are combination of acetaminophen/narcotic products such as vicodin and percocet recommended? yes or no

Answer 10

NO