medications Flashcards
(18 cards)
Glutathione
Use: Antioxidant; detoxification, reduces oxidative stress, supports liver health.
Contraindications: Avoid in asthma or allergy to glutathione.
Dosing: 1-2 times per week; wait at least 48-72 hours between doses.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Use: Immune support, antioxidant, collagen production, wound healing.
Contraindications: Caution in kidney stones, G6PD deficiency.
Dosing: Up to 2-3x weekly; at least 48 hours between high doses.
Zinc
Use: Immune function, wound healing, anti-inflammatory.
Contraindications: Avoid in those with copper deficiency.
Dosing: 1-2 times/week; space doses 3+ days apart to avoid GI upset.
B-Complex
Use: Energy metabolism, nervous system support, stress relief.
Contraindications: Rare; avoid in B-vitamin hypersensitivity.
Dosing: Weekly is common; safe more frequently if needed.
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)
Use: Energy, red blood cell production, nerve support.
Contraindications: Caution in Leber’s disease (rare).
Dosing: Weekly to bi-weekly; adjust based on energy needs.
Reglan (Metoclopramide)
Use: Nausea, vomiting, gastroparesis.
Contraindications: Seizure disorder, GI obstruction, Parkinson’s.
Dosing: Every 6-8 hours PRN; max 4 doses/day.
Decadron (Dexamethasone)
Use: Anti-inflammatory, anti-nausea.
Contraindications: Fungal infections, caution in diabetics.
Dosing: Typically 1 dose/week IV/IM; long half-life.
Benadryl (Diphenhydramine)
Use: Allergies, itching, mild allergic reactions.
Contraindications: Glaucoma, urinary retention, elderly sensitivity.
Dosing: Every 4-6 hours PRN; max 300 mg/day.
Toradol (Ketorolac)
Use: Pain relief, anti-inflammatory.
Contraindications: GI ulcers, kidney disease, bleeding disorders.
Dosing: Every 6 hours PRN; max 5 days use.
Zofran (Ondansetron)
Use: Nausea, vomiting.
Contraindications: Prolonged QT, caution with serotonin drugs.
Dosing: Every 8 hours PRN.
Pepcid (Famotidine)
Use: Acid reflux, heartburn, GI upset.
Contraindications: Allergy to H2 blockers.
Dosing: Once or twice daily PRN.
Magnesium
Use: Muscle relaxation, migraine, stress relief.
Contraindications: Kidney failure, heart block.
Dosing: Weekly or bi-weekly IV; individual response dependent.
Amino Blend
Use: Muscle recovery, metabolism, energy.
Contraindications: Caution in severe kidney/liver disease.
Dosing: 1-2 times/week.
Taurine
Use: Energy, focus, cardiovascular health.
Contraindications: Caution in bipolar disorder (stimulating).
Dosing: 1-2 times/week.
NAD+
Use: Energy, brain function, anti-aging.
Contraindications: Very few; caution if hypotensive or sensitive.
Dosing: Weekly or bi-weekly IV/IM; drip over 2+ hours.
Semaglutide
Use: Weight loss, type 2 diabetes.
Contraindications: Thyroid cancer history, pancreatitis.
Dosing: Weekly subcutaneous injection; titrate slowly.
Tirzepatide
Use: Weight loss, type 2 diabetes.
Contraindications: Thyroid tumors, pancreatitis.
Dosing: Weekly subcutaneous injection; titrate based on tolerance.
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT)
Use: Hormone replacement for low testosterone.
Contraindications: Prostate/breast cancer, polycythemia.
Dosing: Weekly to biweekly IM or subq injection.