Medications part 2

Question 1

Advil/Motrin is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

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Excedrin (aspirin/acetylsalicylic acid) is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

Question 1

Medrol (dosepak) is

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Adrencorticosteroids

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Adrencorticosteroids: adverse reaction (8)

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~suppression of adrenal glands ~increased fat deposition in shoulders, face and abdomen (ergo weight gain) ~hypertension ~increased body hair ~glucose intolerance (diabetes) ~osteoporosis ~breakdown of collagen in bones ligaments, tendons, and skin (due to increased excretion of calcium) ~increased susceptibility to infection (because of depressed inflammatory response)

Question 1

Adrencorticosteroids: special considerations

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Musculoskeletal structures can be fragile; skin is thin and easily damaged; monitor blood pressure during exercise; protect against infection.

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Amoxicillin is

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Antibacterial agents

Question 2

Levaquin (quinolones) is

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Antibacterial agents

Question 3

Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs) are (act)

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act as non-selective inhibitors of prostaglandins, the messengers in inflammatory responses

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Antibacterial agents: special consideration for rehab

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Cephalasporins believed to have contributed to rise in antibiotic-resistant infections. Watch for hypersensitivity reactions (itching, rashes, wheezing). Antibiotic resistance may develop w/prolonged use, inhibiting healing). Patients on Vancomycin or Zyvox may have MRSA – Bloodborne pathogen precautions apply.

Question 6

Relafen is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs): special considerations

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provides analgesia without sedation; can be used for prolonged periods; caution patients against mixing over-the-counter NSAIDs with their usual medicines without a physician’s permission

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Adrencorticosteroids: Indications (2)

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severe inflammation or allergic reactions. Used in treatment of inflammatory (localized bursitis and tenosynovitis) and immunologic disorders (such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus) as well as in treatment of disorders of adrenal dysfunction.

Question 9

Nuprin (ibuprofen) is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

Question 9

Bufferin is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

Question 9

Naprosyn is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

Question 10

Decadron (Dexamethasone) is

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Adrencorticosteroids

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Cipro is

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Antibacterial agents

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Prednisone is

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Adrencorticosteroids

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Zyvox (oxazolidonone) is

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Antibacterial agents

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Antibacterial agents: adverse reactions (5)

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Multiple and variable, including: rash, diarrhea, dizziness, nausea/vomiting, headache

Question 16

Daypro is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs): common brands not prescription (7)

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~Advil/Motrin ~Nuprin (ibuprofen) ~Aleve/Naprosyn (naproxen) ~Celebrex (COX-2 Inhibitor) ~Bufferin ~Bayer ~Excedrin (aspirin/acetylsalicylic acid)

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Adrencorticosteroids: common brands (5)

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Oral or topical: ~Medrol (dosepak) ~Hydrocortisone (Cortisol) ~Prednisone ~Solu-Medrol (Methylprednisolone) ~Decadron (Dexamethasone)

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Solu-Medrol (Methylprednisolone) is

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Adrencorticosteroids

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penacillins are

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Antibacterial agents

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs): common brands, prescription (7)

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~Lodine ~Toradol ~Daypro ~Mobic ~Naprosyn ~Relafe ~Voltaren

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Cefazolin (Ancef) is

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Antibacterial agents

Question 23

Bayer is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

Question 25

Streptomycin (aminoglycosides) is

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Antibacterial agents

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Antibacterial agents: common brands (12)

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~Amoxicillin ~Cefazolin (Ancef) ~(penacillins) ~Keflex (cephalosporin) ~Neomycin ~Gentamicin ~Streptomycin (aminoglycosides) ~Zithromax (macrolide) ~Cipro ~Levaquin (quinolones) ~Vancomycin (glycopeptides) ~Zyvox (oxazolidonone)

Question 27

Toradol is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

Question 29

Gentamicin is

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Antibacterial agents

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Zithromax (macrolide) is

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Antibacterial agents

Question 32

Neomycin is

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Antibacterial agents

Question 33

Mobic is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

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Hydrocortisone (Cortisol) is

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Adrencorticosteroids

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Keflex (cephalosporin) is

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Antibacterial agents

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Celebrex (COX-2 Inhibitor) is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

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Antibacterial agents are (act)

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acting by killing bacteria or by preventing bacteria from multiplying

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs): adverse reaction (3)

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GI bleeding (from decrease in production of prostaglandins) – with the exception of Celebrex, kidney damage (from reduced blood flow), elevated blood pressure (from increased retention). Can cause extreme allergic reactions in those w/asthma.

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Adrencorticosteroids are (act)

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combine with steroid receptors in cytoplasm

Question 41

Lodine is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

Question 43

Voltaren is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)

Question 44

Antibacterial agents: indications

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bacterial infections (existence or likelihood)

Question 45

Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs): indications (3)

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pain, inflammation, fever

Question 46

Vancomycin (glycopeptides) is

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Antibacterial agents

Question 47

Aleve/Naprosyn (naproxen) is

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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAIDs)