Mid Deck Indications/Common Side Effects/Interactions/Classes

Question 1

AF and -azole are indicators for what type of meds?

Answer 1

Antifungals

Question 2

-enza and - flu are both what type of meds and indications for what?

Answer 2

Antivirals and treat Influenza

Question 3

val- and fam- are both what type of meds and what are their generic names?

Answer 3

Antivirals
Valacyclovir
Famciclovir

Question 4

Meds ending in -quine deal with what meds and treat what?

Answer 4

Antiparasitic and treat malaria

Question 5

Pin-X treats what?

Answer 5

Pinworm Infections

Question 6

Elimite treats what?

Answer 6

Treats mites (scabies)

Question 7

RID treats what?

Answer 7

Gets rid of head lice

Question 8

Nix is for?

Answer 8

For nits (Head lice eggs)

Question 9

What class ends with -pram or -oxetine?

Answer 9

Antidepressants
Selective Serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

Question 10

What class ends with -lafaxine?

Answer 10

Antidepressants
SNRIs (Serotonin-nonepinephrine reuptake inhibitors)

Question 11

What class ends with -triptyline or -pramine?

Answer 11

Antidepressants
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)

Question 12

Levofloxacin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 12

Antibiotic
Brand: Levaquin
Class: Fluoroquinolones

Indication:Bacterial Infections

Side Effects: Increased risk of tendon issues, photosensitivity, and taste disturbances

Interactions: Separate oral forms of products containing aluminum, calcium, magnesium, and iron by at least 2 hours (it can block absorption and leave infections undertreated)

Question 13

Clonazepam: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 13

Anxiolytics and Sedative-Hypnotics
Brand: Klonopin
Class: Benzodiaepines

Indication: Anxiety

Side Effects: Abuse Potential (C-IV), Beers med, High-alert, may cause withdrawals w/ abrupt stop

Interactions: Interacts w/ other sedating meds (muscle relaxants, opioids, etc.) and alcohol

Question 14

Dapagliflozin/metformin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 14

Diabetes Meds
Brand: Xigduo XR
Class: Combo Drug Classes

Indication: Treat type 2 diabetes

Side Effects: May cause excess urination and lactic acidosis (BW), May cause diarrhea and N/V

Interactions: Available in many combo products w/ other diabetes meds, patients w/ kidney disease use caution, take w/ a meal to combat n/v

Question 15

Eszopiclone: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 15

Anxiolytics and Sedative-Hypnotics
Brand: Lunesta
Class:Sedative-Hypnotics

Indication: Insomnia

Side Effects: Abuse Potential (C-IV), Beers Med, High alert med

Interactions: Interacts w/ other sedating meds (muscle relaxants, opioids, etc.) and alcohol

Question 16

Furosemide: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 16

Diuretics
Brand: Lasix
Class: Loop Diuretics

Indication: Edema/Hypertension

Side Effects: May cause hypokalemia

Interactions: Use w/ caution in patients w/ a sulfa allergy

Question 17

Buprenorphine: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 17

Anti-Inflammatories, Analegesics, and Muscle Relaxants
Brand: Subutex
Class: Opioid Analgesics

Indication: Opioid dependence, pain

Side Effects: Abuse potential (C-III), Constipation, dizziness, and drowsiness, REMS med

Interactions: Interacts w/ other meds that cause repiratory depression (BDZs, muscle relaxants, etc.)

Question 18

Bupropion: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 18

Antidepressants
Brand: Wellbutrin
Class: Misc. Antidepressants

Indication: Depression

Side Effects: May cause insomnia and weight loss

Interactions: Avoid in patients w/ anorexia or seizure

Question 19

Tadalafil: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 19

Erectile Dysfunction Meds and Testosterone Therapy
Brand: Cialis
Class: Phosphodiesterase

Indication: BPH, Erectile dysfunction, pulmonary arterial hypertension

Side Effects: dizziness, headache, color vision changes

Interactions: nitrates (isosorbide, NTG, etc), use w/ caution w/ patients w/ liver failure

Question 20

Sildenafil: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 20

Erectile Dysfunction Meds and Testosterone Therapy
Brand: Viagra
Class: Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) Inhibitors

Indication: Erectile dysfunction, pulmonary arterial hypertension

Side Effects: dizziness, headache, and color vision changes

Interactions: Nitrates, be cautious w/ patients w/ liver failure

Question 21

Isotretinoin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 21

REMS MED!!
Dermatologic
Brand: Claravis
Class: Retinoids

Indication: Acne

Side Effects: depression, suicidal thoughts, harm to fetus

Interactions: Avoid during pregnancy, Cholesterl/LFTs, NIOSH med, women checked for pregnancy every 2 weeks

Question 22

Rosuvastatin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 22

Cholesterol
Brand: Crestor
Class: HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)

Indication: Dyslipidemia

Side Effects: Muscle pain (myalgia)

Interactions: w/ cimeitdine, cyclosporine, etc

Question 23

Brimonidine: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 23

Ophthalmic (eye)
Brand: Alphagan P/Lumify
Class: Alpha - 2 Agonists

Indication: Red eyes, glaucoma

Side Effects: May cause bitter taste

Interactions:

Question 24

Sevelamer Carbonate: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 24

Phosphate
Brand: Renvela
Class: Phosphate Binders

Indication: Hyperphosphatemia

Side Effects:

Interactions: May reduce absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K), take w/ meals

Question 25

Carisoprodol: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 25

Anti-Inflammatories, Analgesics, and Muscle Relaxants Brand: Soma Class: Muscle Relaxants Indication: Muscle spasms Side Effects: Abuse potential (C-IV), may cause CNS depression (dizziness, drowsiness) Interactions: Interact w/ other meds that may cause drowsiness (BDZs, opioids)

Question 26

Lacosamide: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 26

Anticonvulsants Brand: Vimpat Class: Misc. Anticonvulsants Indication: Seizures Side Effects: Abuse potential (C-V) Interactions: Beers med, interacts w/ antifungals

Question 27

Lisdexamfetamine: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 27

Brand: Vyvanse Class: Stimulants Indication: ADHD Side Effects: Abuse potential (C-II), insomnia, weight loss Interactions: interacts w/ other stimulating meds, use caution w/ patients that have cardiovascular disease

Question 28

Phenytoin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 28

Anticonvulsants Brand: Dilantin Class: Hydantoins Indication: Seizures Side Effects: Beers med Interactions: Interacts w/ antifungals, hormonal contraceptives, NIOSH med, NTI med

Question 29

Alosetron hydrochloride: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 29

Brand: Lotronex Class: Gastrointestinal Indication: IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Side Effects: Serious Complications of Constipation, rectal bleeding (may happen) Mostly: abdominal discomfort, pain, nausea, constipation Interactions: Avoid concomitant uses (CYP1A2), use w/ caution (CYP3A4)

Question 30

Naloxone: Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 30

Class: Indication: Reverses opioid ODs for 30-90 minutes Side Effects: Allergic reactions Interactions:

Question 31

Naltrexone: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 31

Brand: Revia Class: Opioid Antagonist Indication: Help people w/ alcohol or opioid use disorder Side Effects: n/v, stomach cramps, joint/muscle pain, headache, dizziness, nervousness/anxiety, tiredness, trouble sleeping, liver damage Interactions: Nitrates

Question 32

niacin/simvastatin: Brand/Class/Indication/Common Side Effects/Interactions

Answer 32

Brand: Simcor Class: Statin, HMG coA Indication: lower cholesterol and triglycerides in blood (LDL) Side Effects: confusion, memory problems, liver problems, weight gain, high blood sugar, headache, back pain, nausea Interactions: Pregnancy/breastfeeding, interacts w/ many drugs, liver disease, stomach ulcers, severe bleeding