Medications 3 Effects Flashcards
(11 cards)
Metformin (Riomet)
Used to lower blood sugar levels caused by T2DM
Metoprolol Succinate ER (Toprol XL)
A beta-blocker that treats hypertension, chest pain (angina), and heart failure
Folic acid (Folvite)
B-complex vitamin necessary for building RBCs. Folic acid deficiency causes anemia
Hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide)
Used to treat hypertension
Sildenafil citrate (Viagra, revatio)
Treats erectile dysfunction (sexual impotence)
Trazodone (desyrel, Olteptro)
Antidepressant that treats depression and anxiety
zolpidem tartrate (Ambien)
short-term treatment for insomnia
Escitalopram Oxalate (Lexapro)
treats depression and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
Clonazepam (Klonopin)
Treats and prevents seizures and panic attacks (panic disorder)
Methylprednisolone (medrol)
Relieves inflammation. Treats arthritis, allergic reactions, eye conditions, symptoms of some cancers, and MS
Tadalafil (Cialis)
Treats impotence, erectile dysfunction (ED), enlarged prostate, or pulmonary hypertension