Medication Lists 6-10

Question 1

olanzapine brand name?

Answer 1

Zyprexa

Question 2

olanzapine common strengths?

Answer 2

2.5mg, 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg

Question 3

olanzapine common frequency?

Answer 3

QD
MAX: 20mg/day

Question 4

olanzapine indications/use?

Answer 4

Bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia
Treatment resistant depression (with fluoxetine)

Question 5

olanzapine counseling/important info?

Answer 5

Drowsiness
Weight gain
Increase blood sugar and/or cholesterol
Movement disorders (muscle restlessness, stiffness, spams)
Decreased sex drive

Question 6

quetiapine brand name?

Answer 6

Seroquel

Question 7

quetiapine common strengths?

Answer 7

25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg

Question 8

quetiapine common frequency?

Answer 8

QD
MAX: 800 mg/day

Question 9

quetiapine indications/use?

Answer 9

Bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia
Depression

Question 10

quetiapine counseling/important info?

Answer 10

Drowsiness
Weight gain
Increased blood pressure, tachycardia
Increased appetite
Dizziness

Question 11

aripiprazole brand name?

Answer 11

Abilify

Question 12

aripiprazole common strengths?

Answer 12

2mg, 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg

Question 13

aripiprazole common frequency?

Answer 13

QD
MAX: 30 mg/day

Question 14

aripiprazole indications/use?

Answer 14

Bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia
Treatment-resistance depression (adjunct)
Irritability associated with autistic disorder

Question 15

aripiprazole counseling/important info?

Answer 15

Drowsiness or insomnia
Weight gain
Movement disorders

Question 16

topiramate brand name?

Answer 16

Topamax

Question 17

topiramate common strengths?

Answer 17

15mg, 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg

Question 18

topiramate common frequency?

Answer 18

BID
MAX: 400mg/day

Question 19

topiramate indications/use?

Answer 19

Seizures
Migraine prevention

Question 20

topiramate counseling/important info?

Answer 20

Dizziness/Drowsiness
Numbness/Tingling
Memory Impairment
Weight loss due to decreased appetite from nausea

Question 21

pregabalin (C-V) brand name?

Answer 21

Lyrica

Question 22

pregabalin (C-V) common strengths?

Answer 22

50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg

Question 23

pregabalin (C-V) common frequency?

Answer 23

TID
MAX: 600mg/day

Question 24

pregabalin (C-V) indications/use?

Answer 24

Neuropathic pain
Fibromyalgia
Seizure adjunct

Question 25

pregabalin (C-V) counseling/important info?

Answer 25

Drowsiness/Dizziness Headache Blurred vision Weight gain

Question 26

gabapentin brand name?

Answer 26

Neurontin

Question 27

gabapentin common strengths?

Answer 27

100mg, 300mg, 400mg

Question 28

gabapentin common frequency?

Answer 28

TID MAX: 3600mg/day

Question 29

gabapentin indications/use?

Answer 29

Nerve pain from shingles Seizure adjunct Non-FDA: nerve pain disorders

Question 30

gabapentin counseling/important info?

Answer 30

Drowsiness/Dizziness Uncoordinated muscle movements

Question 31

lamotrigine brand name?

Answer 31

Lamictal

Question 32

lamotrigine common strengths?

Answer 32

25mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg

Question 33

lamotrigine common frequency?

Answer 33

TID MAX: 700 mg/day

Question 34

lamotrigine indications/use?

Answer 34

Seizures Bipolar disorder

Question 35

lamotrigine counseling/important info?

Answer 35

Drowsiness/Dizziness Uncoordinated muscle movements Headache Blurred/double vision

Question 36

divalproex sodium brand name?

Answer 36

Depakote, Depakote ER

Question 37

divalproex sodium common strengths?

Answer 37

DR Tabs: 125mg, 250mg, 500mg ER Tabs: 250mg, 500mg

Question 38

divalproex sodium common frequency?

Answer 38

DR Tabs: TID ER Tabs: QD MAX: 4200 mg/day

Question 39

divalproex sodium indications/use?

Answer 39

Seizures Bipolar disorder Migraine prevention

Question 40

divalproex sodium counseling/important info?

Answer 40

Drowsiness/Dizziness Tremor Muscle weakness Upset stomach - may take with food

Question 41

zolpidem (C-IV) brand name?

Answer 41

Ambien, Ambien CR

Question 42

zolpidem (C-IV) common strengths?

Answer 42

Ambien: 5mg, 10mg Ambien CR: 6.25mg, 12.5mg

Question 43

zolpidem (C-IV) common frequency?

Answer 43

at bedtime

Question 44

zolpidem (C-IV) indications/use?

Answer 44

Insomnia (short term treatment)

Question 45

zolpidem (C-IV) counseling/important info?

Answer 45

Take within 20 minutes of bedtime Get > 8 hours of rest - may cause next day drowsiness Risk of abnormal sleep behaviors

Question 46

temazepam (C-IV) brand name?

Answer 46

Restoril

Question 47

temazepam (C-IV) common strengths?

Answer 47

7.5mg, 15mg, 22.5mg, 30mg

Question 48

temazepam (C-IV) common frequency?

Answer 48

at bedtime

Question 49

temazepam (C-IV) indications/use?

Answer 49

Insomnia

Question 50

temazepam (C-IV) counseling/important info?

Answer 50

Take drug right before you get into bed Get > 8 hours of rest - may cause next day drowsiness Headache

Question 51

promethazine brand name?

Answer 51

Phenergan

Question 52

promethazine common strengths?

Answer 52

12.5mg, 25mg, 50mg

Question 53

promethazine common frequency?

Answer 53

q4-6h prn

Question 54

promethazine indications/use?

Answer 54

Prevents and treats nausea/vomiting Motion sickness Allergies

Question 55

promethazine counseling/important info?

Answer 55

Drowsiness Dizziness Avoid alcohol due to enhanced drowsiness Sun sensitivity

Question 56

ondansetron brand name?

Answer 56

Zofran

Question 57

ondansetron common strengths?

Answer 57

4mg, 8mg

Question 58

ondansetron common frequency?

Answer 58

q8h prn

Question 59

ondansetron indications/use?

Answer 59

Prevents nausea/vomiting Non-FDA: treatment of vomiting

Question 60

ondansetron counseling/important info?

Answer 60

Fatigue Headache Constipation or diarrhea

Question 61

omeprazole (OTC) brand name?

Answer 61

Prilosec

Question 62

omeprazole (OTC) common strengths?

Answer 62

10mg, 20mg, 40mg

Question 63

omeprazole (OTC) common frequency?

Answer 63

QD

Question 64

omeprazole (OTC) indications/use?

Answer 64

Acid reflux/indigestion Prevention and treatment of ulcers

Question 65

omeprazole (OTC) counseling/important info?

Answer 65

Works in 1 day, up to 4 days for full effect Food delays absorption so take > 1 hour before food Separate from antacids by 2 hours

Question 66

famotidine (OTC) brand name?

Answer 66

Pepcid AC

Question 67

famotidine (OTC) common strengths?

Answer 67

10mg, 20mg, 40mg

Question 68

famotidine (OTC) common frequency

Answer 68

BID

Question 69

famotidine (OTC) indications/use?

Answer 69

Acid reflux/indigestion Prevention and treatment of ulcers

Question 70

famotidine (OTC) counseling/important info?

Answer 70

Works in 1 hours, up to 1 day for full effect Can be taken with antacids

Question 71

magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone (OTC) brand name?

Answer 71

Maalox

Question 72

magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone (OTC) common strengths?

Answer 72

200mg/200mg/20mg per 5 ml

Question 73

magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone (OTC) common frequency?

Answer 73

2-4 tsp po QID prn

Question 74

magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone (OTC) indications/use?

Answer 74

magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide: acid reflux and indigestion simethicone: relief of gas pressure/bloating

Question 75

magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, simethicone (OTC) counseling/important info?

Answer 75

Shake well Works within minutes Many drug-drug interactions Constipation from aluminum Diarrhea from magnesium and simethicone

Question 76

calcium carbonate (OTC) brand name?

Answer 76

Tums

Question 77

calcium carbonate (OTC) common strengths?

Answer 77

500mg, 750mg

Question 78

calcium carbonate (OTC) common frequency?

Answer 78

Chew 2-4 tabs prn MAX: 7500 mg/day for indigestion MAX: 2500 mg/day as supplement

Question 79

calcium carbonate (OTC) indications/use

Answer 79

Calcium supplement Acute acid reflux/indigestion

Question 80

calcium carbonate (OTC) counseling/important info?

Answer 80

Constipation Chew before swallowing Do not use > 2 weeks for indigestion

Question 81

docusate sodium (OTC) brand name?

Answer 81

Colace

Question 82

docusate sodium (OTC) common strengths?

Answer 82

50mg, 100mg, 250mg

Question 83

docusate sodium (OTC) common frequency?

Answer 83

QD

Question 84

docusate sodium (OTC) indications/use?

Answer 84

Stool softener to relieve constipation

Question 85

docusate sodium (OTC) counseling/important info?

Answer 85

Works in 1-3 days Take with water Diarrhea, cramps

Question 86

polyethylene glycol (PEG), (OTC) brand name?

Answer 86

GoLYTELY, MiraLAX

Question 87

polyethylene glycol (PEG), (OTC) common strengths?

Answer 87

17g

Question 88

polyethylene glycol (PEG), (OTC) common frequency?

Answer 88

MiraLAX: 17g (1 capful) dissolved in 8 oz of liquid PO once daily prn GoLYTELY: (colonoscopy prep), mix with water to make 1 gal, drink 8 oz every 10 minutes

Question 89

polyethylene glycol (PEG), (OTC) indications/use?

Answer 89

Osmotic laxative to relieve constipation Non-FDA: bowel evacuant for colonoscopy prep

Question 90

polyethylene glycol (PEG), (OTC) counseling/important info?

Answer 90

Laxative works in 1-3 days Do not take laxative > 1 week without MD approval Colon prep works in 1 hour Diarrhea, cramps, bloating

Question 91

bisacodyl (OTC) brand name?

Answer 91

Dulcolax

Question 92

bisacodyl (OTC) common strengths?

Answer 92

5mg, 10mg

Question 93

bisacodyl (OTC) common frequency?

Answer 93

Laxative: 5-15mg PO QD, 10mg rectally QD Colonoscopy Prep: 30mg dose MAX: 30mg/day

Question 94

bisacodyl (OTC) indications/use?

Answer 94

Stimulant laxative to relieve constipation Bowel evacuant for colonoscopy prep

Question 95

bisacodyl (OTC) counseling/important info?

Answer 95

Oral dose works in 8 hours Suppository works within 15-60 minutes Do not take > 1 week without MD approval Diarrhea, cramps

Question 96

loperamide (OTC) brand name?

Answer 96

Imodium

Question 97

loperamide (OTC) common strengths?

Answer 97

2mg

Question 98

loperamide (OTC) common frequency?

Answer 98

2 tabs PO after first loose stool, then 1 tablet after each loose stool MAX: 8mg/day (OTC), 16mg/day (Rx)

Question 99

loperamide (OTC) indications/use?

Answer 99

Slows peristalsis to treat diarrhea

Question 100

loperamide (OTC) counseling/important info?

Answer 100

Drowsiness If diarrhea not improved in 2 days, call MD due to dehydration risk

Question 101

omega-3 fatty acids brand name?

Answer 101

Lovaza

Question 102

omega-3 fatty acids common strengths?

Answer 102

1g

Question 103

omega-3 fatty acids common frequency?

Answer 103

4g once daily 2g twice daily

Question 104

omega-3 fatty acids indications/use?

Answer 104

Hypertriglyceridemia Dietary supplement

Question 105

omega-3 fatty acids counseling/important info?

Answer 105

Burping and taste disturbances Swallow whole; do not open Refrigerate to reduce taste and smell

Question 106

fenofibrate brand name?

Answer 106

Trilipix, Tricor

Question 107

fenofibrate common strengths?

Answer 107

45mg, 48mg, 138mg, 145mg

Question 108

fenofibrate common frequency?

Answer 108

QD

Question 109

fenofibrate indications/use?

Answer 109

Hypertriglyceridemia

Question 110

fenofibrate counseling/important info?

Answer 110

Increased liver enzymes Discontinue if gallstones form Photosensitivity

Question 111

atorvastatin brand name?

Answer 111

Lipitor

Question 112

atorvastatin common strengths?

Answer 112

10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg

Question 113

atorvastatin common frequency?

Answer 113

QD

Question 114

atorvastatin indications/use?

Answer 114

Hyperlipidemia: reduce LDL cholesterol, reduce triglycerides, increase HDL Cardiovascular disease prevention

Question 115

atorvastatin/rosuvastatin counseling/important info?

Answer 115

Increased liver enzymes Report unusual muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, dark urine (rhabdomyolysis) Avoid grapefruit juice (increased drug concentration) Contraindicated in pregnancy Diarrhea

Question 116

rosuvastatin brand name?

Answer 116

Crestor

Question 117

rosuvastatin common strengths?

Answer 117

5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg

Question 118

rosuvastatin common frequency?

Answer 118

QD

Question 119

rosuvastatin indications/use?

Answer 119

Hyperlipidemia: reduce LDL cholesterol, reduce triglycerides, increase HDL Cardiovascular disease prevention

Question 120

ezetimibe brand name?

Answer 120

Zetia

Question 121

ezetimibe common strengths?

Answer 121

10mg

Question 122

ezetimibe common frequency?

Answer 122

QD

Question 123

ezetimibe indications/use?

Answer 123

Hyperlipidemia

Question 124

ezetimibe counseling/important info?

Answer 124

Increased liver enzymes Diarrhea

Question 125

insulin lispro (rapid-acting) brand name?

Answer 125

Humalog

Question 126

insulin lispro (rapid-acting) common strengths?

Answer 126

100 units/ml

Question 127

insulin lispro (rapid-acting) common frequency?

Answer 127

Individualized dosing: inject 15 minutes before or immediately after meals

Question 128

insulin lispro (rapid-acting) indications/use?

Answer 128

Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

Question 129

insulin lispro/insulin glargine counseling/important info?

Answer 129

Low blood sugar (sweating, nausea, dizziness) Refrigerate unopened vials Discard after 28 days if at room temp Let syringe reach room temp prior to injection to avoid painful injection Rotate injection sites

Question 130

insulin glargine (long-acting) brand name?

Answer 130

Lantus

Question 131

insulin glargine (long-acting) common strengths?

Answer 131

100 units/ml

Question 132

insulin glargine (long-acting) common frequency?

Answer 132

Individualized dosing: once daily

Question 133

insulin glargine (long-acting) indications/use?

Answer 133

Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes

Question 134

metformin brand name?

Answer 134

Glucophage

Question 135

metformin common strengths?

Answer 135

500mg, 850mg, 1000mg

Question 136

metformin common frequency?

Answer 136

BID or TID MAX: 2550 mg/day

Question 137

metformin indications/use?

Answer 137

Type 2 diabetes Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Weight loss

Question 138

metformin counseling/important info?

Answer 138

Diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain Take with food Titrate dose up weekly (to reduce stomach upset, diarrhea) Long-term use can cause Vit B-12 deficiency

Question 139

dapagliflozin brand name?

Answer 139

Farxiga

Question 140

dapagliflozin common strengths?

Answer 140

5mg, 10mg

Question 141

dapagliflozin common frequency?

Answer 141

QD

Question 142

dapagliflozin indications/use?

Answer 142

Type 2 Diabetes Chronic kidney disease Heart failure with reduce ejection fraction

Question 143

dapagliflozin counseling/important info?

Answer 143

Urinary tract infection Increased urine output Decreased blood pressure

Question 144

liraglutide brand name?

Answer 144

Victoza, Saxenda

Question 145

liraglutide common strengths?

Answer 145

18mg/3ml

Question 146

liraglutide common frequency?

Answer 146

0.6mg daily for 1 week, titrated up weekly to 1.8mg daily for weight management

Question 147

liraglutide indications/use?

Answer 147

Type 2 Diabetes Weight management

Question 148

liraglutide counseling/important info?

Answer 148

Low blood sugar (sweating, nausea, dizziness) Rotate injection sites Diarrhea Nausea Headache

Question 149

clopidogrel brand name?

Answer 149

Plavix

Question 150

clopidogrel common strengths?

Answer 150

75mg

Question 151

clopidogrel common frequency?

Answer 151

300mg loading dose, 75mg daily

Question 152

clopidogrel indications/use?

Answer 152

To reduce rate of heart attack and stroke

Question 153

clopidogrel counseling/important info?

Answer 153

Avoid NSAIDs unless instructed due to increased bleeding risk Seek medical attention for unusual or prolonged bleeding or bruising Avoid abrupt discontinuation

Question 154

warfarin brand name?

Answer 154

Coumadin

Question 155

warfarin common strengths?

Answer 155

1mg, 2mg, 2.5mg, 3mg, 4mg, 5mg, 6mg, 7.5mg, 10mg

Question 156

warfarin common frequency?

Answer 156

QD

Question 157

warfarin indications/use?

Answer 157

To prevent blood clots Atrial fibrilation

Question 158

warfarin counseling/important info?

Answer 158

Same as above, plus... Keep dietary Vit K (green leafy vegetables) and alcohol consumption consistent Many drug interactions, discuss new meds with RPh Take missed dose ASAP, but don't double up

Question 159

rivaroxaban brand name?

Answer 159

Xarelto

Question 160

rivaroxaban common strengths?

Answer 160

2.5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg

Question 161

rivaroxaban common frequency?

Answer 161

QD, BID

Question 162

rivaroxaban indications/use?

Answer 162

To prevent blood clots Atrial fibrilation

Question 163

rivaroxaban counseling/important info?

Answer 163

Seek medical attention for unusual or prolonged bleeding or bruising Gastroenteritis Vomiting Cough (pediatric patients)

Question 164

furosemide brand name?

Answer 164

Lasix

Question 165

furosemide common strengths?

Answer 165

20mg, 40mg, 80mg

Question 166

furosemide common frequency?

Answer 166

QD, BID

Question 167

furosemide indications/use?

Answer 167

Edema (swelling) Heart failure Hypertension

Question 168

furosemide counseling/important info?

Answer 168

Sun sensitivity Decreased electrolytes (Ca++, K+, Mg++) Dizziness upon standing Avoid taking at bedtime - increases urination

Question 169

spironolactone brand name?

Answer 169

Aldactone

Question 170

spironolactone common strengths?

Answer 170

25mg, 50mg, 100mg

Question 171

spironolactone common frequency?

Answer 171

QD, BID

Question 172

spironolactone indications/use?

Answer 172

Heart failure Hypertension Non-FDA: Acne, hormone therapy

Question 173

spironolactone counseling/important info?

Answer 173

Gynecomastia Increased serum potassium Diarrhea Irregular menses

Question 174

hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) brand name?

Answer 174

Microzide

Question 175

hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) common strengths?

Answer 175

12.5mg, 25mg, 50mg

Question 176

hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) common frequency?

Answer 176

QD

Question 177

hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) indications/use?

Answer 177

Edema Hypertension

Question 178

hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) counseling/important info?

Answer 178

Sun sensitivity Dizziness upon standing Avoid taking at bedtime - increases urination

Question 179

lisinopril brand name?

Answer 179

Zestril, Prinivil

Question 180

lisinopril common strengths?

Answer 180

5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg

Question 181

lisinopril common frequency?

Answer 181

QD

Question 182

lisinopril indications/use?

Answer 182

Hypertension Heart failure Heart attack Migraine prevention

Question 183

lisinopril counseling/important info?

Answer 183

Avoid during pregnancy Dizziness Dry cough Headache Increases serum potassium

Question 184

losartan brand name?

Answer 184

Cozaar

Question 185

losartan common strengths?

Answer 185

25mg, 50mg, 100mg

Question 186

losartan common frequency?

Answer 186

QD

Question 187

losartan indications/use?

Answer 187

Hypertension Heart failure Diabetic nephropathy

Question 188

losartan counseling/important info?

Answer 188

Avoid during pregnancy Dizziness Headache Increases serum potassium

Question 189

amlodipine brand name?

Answer 189

Norvasc

Question 190

amlodipine common strengths?

Answer 190

2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg

Question 191

amlodipine common frequency?

Answer 191

QD

Question 192

amlodipine indications/use?

Answer 192

Hypertension Management of angina (chest pain) Raynaud's Phenomenon

Question 193

amlodipine counseling/important info?

Answer 193

Leg swelling (edema) Headache

Question 194

metoprolol tartrate brand name?

Answer 194

Lopressor (immediate release)

Question 195

metoprolol tartrate common strengths?

Answer 195

25mg, 50mg, 100mg

Question 196

metoprolol tartrate common frequency?

Answer 196

BID

Question 197

metoprolol succinate brand name?

Answer 197

Toprol XL (extended release)

Question 198

metoprolol succinate common strengths?

Answer 198

25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg

Question 199

metoprolol succinate common frequency?

Answer 199

QD

Question 200

metoprolol tartrate/succinate indications/use?

Answer 200

Hypertension Post heart attack Management of angina (IR only) Heart failure (XL only)

Question 201

metoprolol tartrate/succinate counseling/important info?

Answer 201

Dizziness Fatigue (goes away within 7 days) Take with food - better absorption Lowers heart rate Do not discontinue medication abruptly - increased cardiovascular risk

Question 202

levothyroxine brand name?

Answer 202

Levoxyl, Synthroid, Tirosint

Question 203

levothyroxine common strengths?

Answer 203

25mcg, 50mcg, 75mcg, 88mcg, 100mcg, 112mcg, 125mcg, 137mcg, 150mcg, 175mcg, 200mcg

Question 204

levothyroxine common frequency?

Answer 204

QD

Question 205

levothyroxine indications/use?

Answer 205

Hypothyroidism

Question 206

levothyroxine counseling/important info?

Answer 206

Take w/ water at least 30 minutes before breakfast to increase absorption Take the same way everyday Take > 4 hours apart from antacids and iron May take several weeks to see symptoms improve

Question 207

tamsulosin brand name?

Answer 207

Flomax

Question 208

tamsulosin common strengths?

Answer 208

0.4mg

Question 209

tamsulosin common frequency?

Answer 209

QD

Question 210

tamsulosin indications/use?

Answer 210

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Ureteral stone expulsion

Question 211

tamsulosin counseling/important info?

Answer 211

Take 30 mins after the same meal each day to increase absorption Orthostatic hypotension Headache Dizziness

Question 212

tolterodine brand name?

Answer 212

Detrol LA

Question 213

tolterodine common strengths?

Answer 213

2mg, 4mg

Question 214

tolterodine common frequency?

Answer 214

QD

Question 215

tolterodine indications/use?

Answer 215

Overactive bladder

Question 216

tolterodine counseling/important info?

Answer 216

Constipation Dry mouth Headache

Question 217

donepezil brand name?

Answer 217

Aricept

Question 218

donepezil common strengths?

Answer 218

5mg, 10mg, 23mg

Question 219

donepezil common frequency?

Answer 219

daily, at bedtime MAX: 23 mg/day

Question 220

donepezil indications/use?

Answer 220

Alzheimer's disease Dementia

Question 221

donepezil counseling/important info?

Answer 221

Nausea Diarrhea Risk of stomach bleed with NSAIDs Prolonged QT interval

Question 222

alendronate brand name?

Answer 222

Fosamax

Question 223

alendronate common strengths?

Answer 223

5mg, 10mg, 35mg, 70mg

Question 224

alendronate common frequency?

Answer 224

once weekly

Question 225

alendronate indications/use?

Answer 225

Osteoporosis

Question 226

alendronate counseling/important info?

Answer 226

Take 30 mins before breakfast to increase absorption Ensure adequate calcium and Vit D intake Take with 8 oz of water and remain upright for 30 minutes Report heartburn or bone pain to physician

Question 227

allopurinol brand name?

Answer 227

Zyloprim

Question 228

allopurinol common strengths?

Answer 228

100mg, 300mg

Question 229

allopurinol common frequency?

Answer 229

QD MAX: 800 mg/day

Question 230

allopurinol indications/use?

Answer 230

Gout

Question 231

allopurinol counseling/important info?

Answer 231

Report rash to prescriber if it occurs May cause nausea and/or diarrhea Gout attacks may be more frequent in early therapy

Question 232

oseltamivir brand name?

Answer 232

Tamiflu

Question 233

oseltamivir common strengths?

Answer 233

30mg, 45mg, 75mg

Question 234

oseltamivir common frequency?

Answer 234

Flu Prevention: one capsule once daily for 10 days Flu Treatment: one capsule twice daily for 5 days

Question 235

oseltamivir indications/use?

Answer 235

Influenza prevention or treatment

Question 236

oseltamivir counseling/important info?

Answer 236

Nausea/vomiting Headache Does not replace influenza vaccine Must initiate within 48 hours of onset of symptoms

Question 237

ferrous sulfate (OTC) brand name?

Answer 237

Slow Fe, FeroSul

Question 238

ferrous sulfate (OTC) common strengths?

Answer 238

325mg (65 mg elemental iron)

Question 239

ferrous sulfate (OTC) common frequency?

Answer 239

QD, BID, TID

Question 240

ferrous sulfate (OTC) indications/use?

Answer 240

Iron deficiency Dietary supplement

Question 241

ferrous sulfate (OTC) counseling/important info?

Answer 241

Best absorbed on empty stomach, but take with food if upset stomach occurs Separate 2 hours before or after other medications Black stools Constipation common

Question 242

sumatriptan brand name?

Answer 242

Imitrex

Question 243

sumatriptan common strengths?

Answer 243

25mg, 50mg, 100mg

Question 244

sumatriptan common frequency?

Answer 244

One tab PO at first sign of migraine, may repeat once in 2 hours if no relief MAX: 200mg/day

Question 245

sumatriptan indications/use?

Answer 245

Acute treatment of migraine Cluster headache

Question 246

sumatriptan counseling/important info?

Answer 246

Tingling, dizziness common Avoid if history of cardiovascular disease Overuse (more than 10 days per month) may worsen or increase frequency of headaches

Question 247

tadalafil brand name?

Answer 247

Cialis

Question 248

tadalafil common strengths?

Answer 248

2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, 20mg

Question 249

tadalafil common frequency?

Answer 249

QD

Question 250

tadalafil indications/use?

Answer 250

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Pulmonary hypertension