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enoxaparin (Lovenox)

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anticoagulant “low molecular weight heparin”. Increase the time it takes a blood clot to form. Used operatively including during pregnancy to prevent DVT and pulmonary embolism

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ketorolac (Toradol IV/IM)

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NSAID used for moderately severe pain, often after procedures. Not a narcotic and not habit forming.

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prednisone

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corticosteroid medicine used to decrease inflammation and keep immune system in check if overactive. Used to treat allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and many more conditions.

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methamphetamine

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potent CNS stimulant that is mainly used as a recreational drug and less commonly as a second-line treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and obesity

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baclofen intrathecal injection (Lioresal)

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Injected into the spine. Can relax muscles, treat spasms with MS or other spinal cord diseases.

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guanfacine (Intuniv, Tenex)

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Used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given with other blood pressure medications.

The Intuniv brand of guanfacine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It reduces nerve impulses in your heart and blood vessels. Intuniv works by relaxing blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.

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dofetilide (Tikosyn)

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heart rhythm medicine, also called an antiarrhythmic.

Keep the heart beating normally in people with certain heart rhythm disorders of the atrium; (the upper chambers of the heart that allow blood to flow into the heart) for people with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter.

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carbachol ophthalmic (Miostat, Isopto carbachol)

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lowers pressure in the eye by increasing the amount of fluid that drains from the eye; is used to treat glaucoma

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Ascriptin (extended release aspirin)

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extended-release capsules are used to lower risk of heart attack in patients with chronic coronary artery disease, such as patients with history of heart attack or angina. It is also used to lower risk of recurrent stroke in patients who had an ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack.

This medicine is available only via prescription.

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DePuy Synthes

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franchise of orthopaedic and neurosurgery companies

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latanoprost ophthalmic (Xalatan)

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Ophthalmic glaucoma agent; lowers pressure inside eye by increasing amount of flui that drains from the eye.

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thallium

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a chemical element TI with atomic number 81. Post-transition metal not found free in nature. Used for laser optic equipment, smelting metal, in insecticides and rodenticides, and for malaria/ringworm/TB; highly toxic when exposed through skin.

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rizatriptan (Maxalt)

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Headache medicine that narrows the blood vessels around the brain; also reduces substances in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms.

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galantamine (Razadyne)

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treat mild to moderate Alzheimer’s type dementia by improving the function of nerve cells in the brain; incresaes the amount of a natural substance in the brain called aceytlcholine which is needed for processes of memory, thinking and reasoning.

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pancrelipase (Creon, Pancreaze, Viokace)

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combination of three enzymes (proteins): lipase, protease, and amylase. Normally produced by the pancreas and are important in the digestion of fats, proteins, and sugars; VIA cystic fibrosis, chronic inflammation of the pancreas, or blockage of the pancreatic ducts, pancreatectomy

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vancomycin / Firvanq

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oral antiviotic fighting bacteria in the intestines. Used to treat Clostridium difficile; causes watery or bloody diarrhea. Also used for staph infections that inflame the colon and small intestines.

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heparin / Hep-Pak

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anticoagulant that prevents formation of blood clots. Also used in surgery to reduce the risk of blood clotting. and in medical procedures.

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bacitracin

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topical antibiotic ointment used by professionals and public for minor skin injuries.

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docusate / Colace

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a laxative in capsule form. Treats contipation; soften stool to make bowel movements easier.

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carbamazepine / Tegretol

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anticonvulsant drug/ analgesic drug to control seizures and treat pain resulting from tigeminal neuralgia. May also be used as a control for bipolar.

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azelastine / Astelin

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Nasal spray antihistamine that reduces natural histamines in the body. Treats allergie symptoms.

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pethidine / Demerol

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opiod pain medication

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pancrelipase

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pancreatic enzyme used to help improve food digestion with certain conditions where the pancreas doesn’t function properly

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irbesartan / Avapro

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Treats hpertension, heart failure, diabetic kidney disease. angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Causes blood vessels to widen, decreasing blood pressure.

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simvastatin / Zocor

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statins- lowers level of bad cholesterols LDL, increase good HDL, lowers triglycerides.

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risperidone / Risperdal

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antipsychotic medicine that changes effects of chemicals in the brain. Treats schizophrenia and symptoms of bipolar disorder.

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clonidine / Kapvay

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lowers blood pressure by decreasing levels of certain cemicals in the blood. Allows vessels to relax and heart to beat slowly and easily. Kapvay also used to treat ADHD

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lithium / Lithobid

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affects flow of sodium through nerve and muscle cells in the body. Affects excitation or mania. Mood stabilizer used to treat manic episodes of bipolar disorder.

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latanoprost ophthalmic / Xalatan

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ophthalmic glaucoma agent and lowers pressure inside the eye by increasing the amount of flui that drains from the eye

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dorzoloamide and timolol ophthalmic / Cosopt

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Dorz reduces the amount of fluid in the eye to decrease pressure; Timolol is a beta-blocker that also reduces pressure. Used to treat open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension

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carbachol ophthalmic / Isopto Carbachol

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lowers pressure in the eye by increasing fluids drained; used to reduce pressure after cataract surgery

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baclofen / Lioresal

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skeletal muscle relaxant. antispasmodic agent that acts on spinal cord nerves and decreases the number and severity of spasms in patients with spinal cord conditions. Treats pain with MS.

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levetiracetam / Keppra

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treats certain types of seizures in people with epilepsy; partial onset, myoclonic, and tonic-clonic

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carbamazepine / Tegretol

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anticonvulsant; decrease nerve impulses that cause seizures and nerve ain such as trigeminal neuralgia and diabetic neuropathy. Also used for bipolar.

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omeprazole / Prilosec

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proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Treats GERD symptoms and other excess stomach acid conditions.

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promethazine / Phenergan

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phenothiazine; changes the actions of chemicals in the brain. Also acts as an antihistamine and blocks naturally occuring histamines. Treats allergy symptoms, motion sickness, sleep aid, post surgery nausea.

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sumatriptan / Imitrex

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headache medicine that narrows blood vessels around the brain. Reduces symptoms in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, photosensitivity, other migraine symptoms.

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Lortab

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a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.

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lithium / Lithobid

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affects flow of sodium through nerve and muscle cells in the body. Affects excitation or mania. Mood stabilizer used to treat manic episodes of bipolar disorder.

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valsartan / Diovan

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angiotensin ii receptor antagonist. Treats high blood pressure and heart failure.

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lithium / Lithobid

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affects flow of sodium through nerve and muscle cells in the body. Affects excitation or mania. Mood stabilizer used to treat manic episodes of bipolar disorder.

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flecainide / Tambocor

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Class Ic anti-arrhythmic that is used to prevent serious heart rhythm disorders

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ethambutol

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management and treatment of tuberculosis. Bacteriostatic drug that inhibits cell wall synthesis.

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gliclazide / Diamicron

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causes the release of the body’s natural insulin. Used in conjunction with diet and exercise to control high blood sugar in non-insulin dependant diabetics (type 2)

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clopidogrel / Plavix

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used to lower risk of having a stroke, blood clot, or serious heart problem after severe heart attack or angina.

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ARB / angiotensin receptor blocker

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angiotensin II receptor antagonists; block the angiotensin ii enzyme which normally causes your blood vessels to narrow.

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lithium / Lithobid

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affects flow of sodium through nerve and muscle cells in the body. Affects excitation or mania. Mood stabilizer used to treat manic episodes of bipolar disorder.

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dronedarone / Multaq

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heart rhythm medicine that helps maintain normal heartbeats in people with life-threatening rhythm disorders.

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procainamide

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sodium channel blocker. Manage and treat ventricular arrhythmias and Wolf-Parkinson-White syndrome.

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divalproex / Depakote

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affects chemicals in the body that may be involved in seizures. Used to treat variouys seizure disorders. Also used in adults to prevent migraines or treat manic episodes related to bipolar.

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albuterol / Ventolin HFA

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bronchodilator; relaxes muscles in the airways and increases air flow to the lungs. Prevents bronchospasm or narrowing of the airways in the lungs in people with asthma or types of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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sumatriptan / Imitrex

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headache medicine that narrows blood vessels around the brain. Also reduces substances that can trigger headache pain, nausea, photophobia, sound sensitivity. Can be oral tablet, nasal spray, or injection.

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non-rebreather mask

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special device that helps provide oxygen in emergencies. Help people who can breathe on their own but need a lot of oxygen; ie carbon monoxide poisoning

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AV nodal blocking drugs

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slow electrical signal from atrium as it passes through AV node to ventricles. Can eliminate tachycardias of AV node reentrant type and slow fibrillation. Includes beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and digoxin.

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amiodarone ( Pacerone )

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group III antiarrhythmics: affects rhythm of heartbeat to fxn normally in people with life threatening ventricle dysfxn (tachycardia or fibrillation)

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sotalol ( Betapace, Sorine, Sotylize )

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non-cardioselective beta blocker/Group III antiarrhythmics: affects heart and circulation within atrium and ventricles; atrial and ventricular fibrillation, flutter, tachycardia

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propafenone ( Rythmol )

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Group I antiarrhythmics: class IC, used to prevent serious rhythm disorders

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digoxin ( Digitek, Digox, Lanoxin, Cardoxin )

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Group V antiarrhythmics; made from leaves of digitalis plant. Makes the heart beat stronger and with more regular rhythm; treats heart failure and atrial fibrillation.

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bare-metal stent

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self expanding stent made of thin uncoated metal wire that has been formed into a mesh-like tube. Used extensively in cardiology to maintain coronary artery patency. Becomes integrated into the endothelium over time.

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carvedilol (Coreg)

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non-cardioselective beta blocker. Treats heart failure and hypertension, also used after heart attack for less efficient pumps. Should not be taken if asthmatic, bronchitis, liver disease, sinus sick syndrome.

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terazosin (Hytrin)

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alpha-adrenergic blocker. Relaxes veins and arteries so blood can more easily pass through. Relaxes muscles in prostate and bladder (easier urination). High BP and symptoms of enlarged prostate.

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verapamil (Calan, Isoptin)

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calcium-channel blocker. Relaxces muscles of heart and blood vessels so heart doesn’t pump as hard. Increases supply to heart and slows electrical activity to slow rate.

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metoprolol (Kapspargo, Lopressor, Toprol)

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beta-blocker affecting heart and circulation; treats angina and hypertension and reduces risk of heart failure. Injections used during early heart attacks to decrease risk of death.

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niacin / vitamin B3 (Endur-acin, Niaspan)

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“nicotinic acid” occurs naturally in plants and animas. Lower bad cholesterol (LDL and triglycerides) and increases HDL. Lowers risk of heart attacks.

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spironolactone (Aldactone, CaroSpir)

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potassium-sparing diuretic preventing potassium levels from dropping. Treats heart failure, hypertension, hypokalemia, edema in people with heart failure or cirrhosis of liver.

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quinapril (Accupril)

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angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor; treats high blood pressure and with other meds to treat heart failure.

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clonidine (Catapres, Kapvay)

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lowers blood pressure by decreasing certain chemical levels; allows heart to beat slower. Kapvay brand used to treat ADHD

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irbesartan (Avapro)

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angiotensin II receptor blocker. Treats hypertension, can also treat kidney problems caused by diabetes type 2

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ezetimibe (Zetia)

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lowers cholesterol in people with high blood cholesterol. Reduces amount the body absorbs from the intestines for patients who can’t control levels by diet and exercise.

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fenofibrate (Antara, Fenoglige, Lipofen, Tricor)

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used with cholesterol reducing diet to lower high LDL and high triglycerides in the blood. Increases breakdown and removal of above from blood. May possibly break down muscle tissue and lead to kidney failure.

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warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven)

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anticoagulant; reduces formation of clots in veins or arteries leading to stroke or heart attack.

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mexiletine (Mexitil)

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group I antiarrhythmics; treats seriously irregular heartbeats

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nitroglycern (GoNitro, Nitrostat)

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antianginal agent/vasodilator. Used to prevent angina. Relaxes and widens blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart

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amlodipine (Katerzia, Norvasc)

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calcium channel blocker; relaxes blood vessels. Treats angina and other conditions of coronary artery disease. Can be used in combo to treat hypertension.

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nifedipine (Nifedical, PRocardia, Adalat)

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calcium channel blocker; relaxes muscles of heart and vessels. Treats hypertension and angina.

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furosemide (Lasix)

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loop diuretic that prevents the body from absorbing too much salt; passes into urine. Treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disorder Also treats hypertension.

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(Humibid LA) guaifenesin/potassium

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Relieves symptoms of cough and mucus in the chests. Combination of 2 expectorants; thins phlegm in the lungs making it easier to cough up.

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dronedarone (Multaq)

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heart rhythm medicine that helps maintain normal heartbeats with atrial disorders. Reduces afib hospitalizations.

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insulin isophane (Humulin N)

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man-made Insulin type that works within 2-4 hours after injection, peak 4-12, works for 12-18.

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pioglitazone (Actos)

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oral diabetes medicine to control blood sugar; used for type 2.

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ethambutol (Myambutol)

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antibiotic preventing growth of tuberculous bacteria, usually given with another TB medicine.

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rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane)

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anibiotic used to treat/prevent TB. May also reduce bacteria in nose/throat that can cause meningitis.

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eptifibatide (Integrilin)

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helps prevent platelets in blood from sticking together + clotting. Used in people with severe angina/other conditions/undergoing angioplasty.

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duloxetine (Cymbalta)

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SSRI antidepressant. Treats major depressive disorder and general anxiety. Can also treat nerve pain from diabetes or chronic muscle and joint pain.

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clobazam (Onfi, Sympazan)

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benzodiazepine that is used with other medications to treat seizures via Lennox-Gastaut syndrome

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captopril (Capoten)

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used to treat high BP and congestive heart failure. Improves survival of heart failure/attack with left ventricular hyperthrophy. Also treats kidney disease in type 1 diabetes

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Triflo respiratory device

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help perform breathing

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mercaptopurine (Purixan, Purinethol)

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treats acute lymphoblastic/lymphocytic leukemia. Sometimes given with other cancer medications

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fluticasone and vilanterol (Breo Ellipta)

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fluticasone is a steroid that prevents release of inflammatory substances/vilanterol is a bronchodilator to relax airway muscles. For asthma and COPD.

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cladribine (Mavenclad)

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treats MS in adults. Will decrease frequency of relapse symptoms, usually given after all other treatments have failed.

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doxycycline (Acticlate, Adoxa CK, Alodox)

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tetracycline antibiotic that inhibits growth and have antiinflammatory effects. Treats acne, UTI, respiratory, eye, dum disease, gonorrhead, chlamydia, syhpilis. Can also prevent malaria and treat mites, ticks, lice

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Glucosamine and chondroitin

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Gluco = sugar protein that helps body build cartilage. Chonro = natural substances formed of sugar chains, helps body maintain fluid and flexion in joints

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AeroChamber

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a spacer that helps use a metered dose inhaler. Allows medicine to work quicker and get directly to the lungs.

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Metered Dose Inhalers MDIs

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“puffers” holding medicine in pressurized canister. Deliver one dose at a time per puff

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loratadine-D (Claritin-D)

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14 hour treatment of sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, sinus pain, itchy or watery eyes, and other symptoms of allergies/common cold.

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primidone (Mysoline)

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barbirutate anticonvulsant; suppresses activity of CNS- medication to control seizures.

97
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Pneumovax

A

pneumococcal polysaccharides vaccine used to help prevent disease caused by pneumococcal bacteria. (strep or pneumoniae)

98
Q

prednisolone (Flo-Pred, Orapred)

A

glucocortisoid; corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and calms overactive immune system. Mimics cortisol (adrenal) regulating metabolism and stress. For lupus, arthritis, psoriasis, allergies, etc

99
Q

sulfonamides / sulphonamides

A

synthetic medicines containing sulfonamide chemical group. Often antibiotic - stop bacteria from reproducing- but also diabetic applications.

100
Q

benzonatate (Tessalon Perles)

A

Relieves cough - non narcotic that numbs the throat and lungs making the cough reflex less active.

101
Q

triamterene (Dyrenium)

A

potassium-sparing diuretic that prevents body from absorbing too much salt; treats edema in people with CHF, cirrhosis of liver, excess aldosterone, or kidney condition.

102
Q

Turbuhaler

A

plastic device containing dry powdered medicine; breath activated and automatically releases measured dose.

103
Q

levalbuterol (Xopenex)

A

short-acting bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways and increases flow into lungs. Prevents bronchospasm.

104
Q

azithromycin (Zithromax)

A

antibiotic for resp, skin, and ear infections, and stds.

105
Q

benzonatate (Tessalon Perles)

A

non-narcotic cough medicine that numbs the throat and lungs and makes the cough reflex less active

106
Q

methotrexate (Trexall, Xatmep)

A

interferes with growth of certain cells, especially fast reproducing ones eg; cancer, bone marrow, skin cells. Treats leukemia and other cancers. Also used for psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis.

107
Q

infliximab (Remicade)

A

reduces effects of a substance in body causing inflammation; treats rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, ankylosing spondylitis

108
Q

isoniazid (Nydrazid)

A

antibiotic used to treat/prevent tuberculosis. Needs other meds in combo.

109
Q

azithromycin (Zithromax, Zmax)

A

antibiotic used to treat respiratory infections, skin, ear, and STDS. Should only be used against strongly suspected bacteria

110
Q

hydrocodone and homatropine syrup (Hycodan, Hydromet)

A

Used to relieve severe coughing; contains opiods.

111
Q

amoxicillin and clavulanate potassium (Augmentin)

A

Beta-lactamase inhibitor. Fights bacteria in the body and the inhibitor prevents bacteria from becoming resistant. Treats sinusitis, pneumonia, ear infection, bronchitis, UTI, skin

112
Q

triamterene (Dyrenium)

A

potassium-sparing water pill treating fluid retention via heart failure, cirrhosis, or kidney condition

113
Q

lamotrigine (Lamictal)

A

Triazine anti-epileptic/anticonvulsant. Used alone or with other medications for seizures and delay bipolar mood episodes.

114
Q

primidone (Mysoline)

A

barbiturate anticonvulsant. Used to control seizures.

115
Q

levalbuterol (Xopenex)

A

Short-acting bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways and increases air in the lungs. Treats bronchospasms with reversible obstructive diseases.

116
Q

paroxetine (Paxil)

A

SSRI antidepressant. Treats depression, panic disorder, OCD, anxiety, PTSD, PMDD.

117
Q

fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem, Rapiflux)

A

SSRI antidepressant; inhibits uptake of serotonin by nerve cells and helps with depression, panic, anxiety, OCD.

118
Q

rabeprazole (AcipHex)

A

proton pump inhibitor; decreases amount of acid produced in the stomach. Short-term treatment of GERD, stomach acid conditions, duodenal ulcers.

119
Q

mesalamine (Asacol HD)

A

treats ulcerative colitis; affects a substance that causes inflammation, tissue damage, diarrhea.

120
Q

Fero Gradumet C

A

provides iron to replace body’s stores in a controlled released in the small intestine reducing irritation of the stomach and intestines.

121
Q

fluconazole (Diflucan)

A

antifungal medicine used to treat infections including mouth, throat, esophagus, lung, bladder, genitals, blood. Also prevents infection in people with AIDS, cancer treatment, or bone marrow transplant.

122
Q

sulfasalazine (Azulfidine)

A

disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug DMARD. Treat and manage autoimmune diseases; rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease. Reduces pain and swelling.

123
Q

Rectogesic

A

topical ointment for relief of symptoms of anal fissures and hemorrhoids

124
Q

PowerChart

A

clinical health information system. Primary place to view lab results, radiology reports, and to edit transcribed documents.

125
Q

PillCam

A

capsule endoscopy; patient swallows a tool in pill form that captures pictures of the small intestine.

126
Q

nortriptyline (Pamelor, Aventyl HCl)

A

tricyclic antidepressant. Affects chemicals in brain for depression.

127
Q

MiraLax

A

gentle laxative for constipation relief; osmotic laxative (not soluble fibre) that contains polyethylene glycol.

128
Q

risedronate (Actonel)

A

bisphosphonate; alters bone formation and breakdown in body. Can slow bone loss and prevent fractures; menopausal osteoporosis, steroid use, gonadal failure.

129
Q

meclizine (Antivert, Bonine, Dramamine)

A

antihistamine; prevents nausea, vomiting, dizziness caused by motion sickness. Also treats vertigo via disease affecting inner ear.

130
Q

ipratropium inhalation

A

bronchodilator used to prevent bronchospasm in people with COPD, bronchitis, emphysema

131
Q

salmeterol (Serevent Diskus)

A

treats asthma, COPD, breathing problems with exercise Not to be used for intense SOB flareups.

132
Q

varenicline ( Chantix)

A

smoking cessation agent

133
Q

levofloxacin (Levaquin)

A

fluoroquinolone antibiotic that treats people exposed to anthrax or plague, or general bacterial. Can cause serious disabling side effect; only to be used for severe infections

134
Q

theophylline (Theo-24, Elixophyllin)

A

bronchodilator used to treat asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, other breathing problems

135
Q

albuteral and ipratropium (DuoNeb)

A

sterile inhalation solution combo. Bronchodilators preventing bronchospasm with COPD.

136
Q

midazolam (Versed)

A

benzodiazepine; helps relax before having minor surgery, dental work, or other procedures

137
Q

hydralazine (Apresoline)

A

vasodilator; relaxes muscles in blood vessels to lower blood pressure. Treats hypertension.

138
Q

hydrocortisone injection solution (Solu-Cortef)

A

Used for allergies, asthma, adrenal problems, blood problems, skin rashes, swelling.

139
Q

carisoprodol (Soma, Vanadom)

A

muscle relaxant that blocks pain sensations between the nerves and the brain. Used with rest and Phys Therapy to treat pain or injury.

140
Q

felodipine (Plendil)

A

calcium channel blocking agent; treats high blood pressure

141
Q

nifedipine (Adalat CC)

A

calcium channel blocker; relaxes muscles of heart and blood vessels for hypertension and angina

142
Q

Bentson guidewire

A

flexible round wire wrapped over a steel cover, used for diagnostic and interventional procedures

143
Q

fluoroquinolones

A

family of broad systemic antibacterial agents; used widely as therapy for respiratory and urinary tract infections: ciprofloxacin, ofloxacin, levofloxacin, etc

144
Q

finasteride (Proscar, Propecia)

A

5-aplha-reductase inhibitor. Treats symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with enlarged prostate, and may treat male pattern hair loss.

145
Q

dutasteride (Avodart)

A

5-aplha-reductase inhibitor. Treats symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with enlarged prostate, and helps improve urinary flow and may reduce need for prostate surgery

146
Q

doxycycline (Acticlate, Adoxa CK, Alodox)

A

tetracycline antibiotic; inhibits bacterial growth and anti-inflammatory. Treats acne, urinary, resp infections, eye, gum disease, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and malaria, etc

147
Q

diclofenac (Cambia, Zipsor, Zorvolex, Cataflam, Voltaren)

A

NSAID. Reduces substances that cause pain and inflammation. Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis.

148
Q

lothalamate Meglumine (Cysto-Conray II)

A

injection used to help find problems in the brank, back, heart, head, vessels, stomach,etc. Iodinated contrast agent.

149
Q

sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate)

A

binds itself to potassium in the digestive tract; prevents from absorbing too much potassium; hyperkalemia.

150
Q

bisphosphonates

A

group of drugs that help protect bones against effects of cancers and bone conditions; can be bone strengthening or bone hardening treatments; Fosamax, risedronate, Actonel, alendronate

151
Q

bicalutamide (Casodex)

A

antiandrogen; nonsteroidal androgen receptor inhibitor. Treats prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body- given in combo with luteinizing hormone (prevents tests from producing testosterone)

152
Q

bethanechol (Urecholine, Duvoid)

A

treats urinary retention that may be caused by surgery, delivery, etc

153
Q

SSRIs

A

selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; most commonly prescribed for depression. Increases serotonin in the brain by blocking reuptake by nerve cells.

154
Q

nitrofurantoin (Macrobid, Macrodantin)

A

antibiotic for UTIs caused by bacteria

155
Q

motelukast (Singulair)

A

leukotriene modifier; helps inflammation and may prevent asthma attacks. Also reduces exercise induced bronchoconstriction.

156
Q

propylthiouracil

A

antithyroid agent; used to treat hyperthyroidism, Graves’ disease, or toxic goiter. Sometimes used before thyroid surgery or treatment with radioactive idodine.

157
Q

methylnaltrexone (Relistor)

A

peripheral opiod receptor antagonist; blocks effect of opiod medications. Reduces constipation caused by opiods without reducing the pain-relieving effects.

158
Q

tamsulosin (Flomax)

A

alpha-arednoreceptor atagonist; relaxces muscle in the prostate and bladder for easy urine flow. Treats enlarged prostate symptoms.

159
Q

terazosin (Hytrin)

A

alpha adrenoreceptor antagonist; relaxes veins and arteries so blood can easily pass through. Also relaxes muscles in prostate and bladder. Treats hypertension or improves urination with prostatic hyperplasia

160
Q

trimethoprim (Primsol, Trimpex)

A

antibiotic for bladder or kidney infections

161
Q

lidocaine hydrochloride 2% (URO-Jet)

A

sterile aqueous local anesthetic agent administered topically involving procedures with urethra or for endotracheal intubation.

162
Q

lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)

A

central nervous system stimulant; affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Treats ADHD and binge eating disorder.

163
Q

antineoplastic agents

A

interfere with growth and spread of cancer cells

164
Q

kinase/multikinase inhibitors

A

antineoplastic agents; enzymes that stimulate cell growth - block kinase from tumor cells and slow growth of tumor, used for advanced RCC

165
Q

ceftriaxone (Rocephin)

A

3rd gen cephalosporin antibiotic used for treatment of bact infect

166
Q

vinblastine (Velban) VBL

A

chemotherapy medication typically used with others; treats Hodgkin, non small cell lung cancer, bladder cancer, brain cancer, melanoma, and teste cancer

167
Q

aldessleukin

A

recombinant form of human interleukin-2; cytokine that stimulates proliferation and maturation of T cells. Used for immune therapy of renal cell cancer/malignant melanoma

168
Q

gemcitabine (Gemzar)

A

chemotherapy drug for bladder and breast cancer. Might be used in combo with radiotherapy or other drugs

169
Q

fluorouracil (Adrucil)

A

chemotherapy agent. Used on skin to treat skin cancer and precancerous conditions.

170
Q

Estring

A

soft flexible ring used after menopause to continuously release estrogen over 3 months to treat symptoms

171
Q

piroxican (Feldene)

A

NSAID used to treat pain/inflam via oestoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis

172
Q

metronidazole topical (MetroGel)

A

used to treat skin lesions caused by rosacea

173
Q

Mirena IUD

A

contains levonorgestrel; female hormone that can cause changes in the cervix and uterus. Used to prevent pregnancy.

174
Q

oxytocin (Pitocin)

A

uterotonic agent; hormone used to induce labor or strengthen uterine contractions/control bleeding after childbirth. Also stimulates contractions for miscarriage.

175
Q

benzodiazepines

A

drugs that slow brain activity. Drowsy of calming affect can be helpful in treating people with sleep disorder, seizure disorders, anxiety disorders, and panic attacks

176
Q

divalproex sodium ( Depakote)

A

Fatty acid derivative anticonvulsant. Affects chemicals in the body that may be involved in causing seizures.

177
Q

hydromorphone ( Dilaudid)

A

Opiod pain medication for moderate-severe pain.

178
Q

enoxaparin (Lovenox, Clexane)

A

heparin; anticoagulant that helps prevent the formation of blood clots. Used to treat DVT which can lead to pulmonary embolism.

179
Q

gabapentin ( Gralize, Neurontin, Gabarone)

A

gamme-aminobutyric acid analod; medice used to treat partial seizures, nerve pain from shingles and RLS. Works on chemical messengers in the brain and nerves, type of anticonvulsant.

180
Q

glimepiride ( Amaryl )

A

oral diabetes medicine used with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar with diabetes type 2.

181
Q

minocycline ( Dynacin. Minocin, Minolira )

A

etracycline antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Used to treat UTIs, Resp infe, skin inf, acne, chlamydia, tick fever, etc. Also used for gonorrhea and syphillis in those w/ penicillin allergy

182
Q

naltrexone ( Vivitrol )

A

antidote; prescription medication to treat alcohol use disorder and opioid use disorder. Opiod antagonist that blocks the mu opiod receptor.
Prevents the intoxication that substances cause.
Modifies how hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal gland interact to suppress amount of alcohol consumed.

183
Q

Proferrin-ES

A

iron product; used to treat anemia of chronic disease, and iron deff related to pregnancy.
Used in alternative medicine as an aid to treat breath holding attacks, memory and thinking skills, heart failure, RLS.

184
Q

progesterone ( Prometrium )

A

naturally occuring hormone important for ovulation and menses.
Used to cause menses in women who have not reached menopause but are not having periods due to lack of this hormone.
Also prevents overgrowth of lining in uterus in postmenopausal women.

185
Q

atomoxetine ( Strattera )

A

adrenergic uptake inhibitor for ADHD;
affects chemicals in brain and nevers that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Treats ADHD

186
Q

alprazolam ( Xanax )

A

benzodiazepeine; enhances activity of certain neruotransmitters in the brain.
Treats anxiety disorders and anxiety caused by depression.
Also treats panic disorders.

187
Q

salicylates

A

natural chemicals made by plants;
Found in fruits and vegetables and help protect plants against disease and insects.
Used medicinally known as ASPIRIN; relieves pain and inflammation and lowers fevers.

188
Q

citalopram ( Celexa )

A

ssri;
treats depression and major depressive disorder. Increases amount of serotonin available

189
Q

chlordiazepoxide ( Librium )

A

benzodiazepine;
used to treat anxiety disorder. Also used to treat symptoms of alcohol withdrawal or pre-surgical anxiety

190
Q

clorazepate ( Tranxene )

A

benzodiazepine
treats anxiety disorders, partial seizures, alcohol withdrawal

191
Q

chlorpromazine ( Thorazine )

A

phenothiazine antipsychotic;
used to treat psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia or manic-depression.
Also treats nausea, vomiting, anxiety before surgery.
Chronic hiccups, and symtpoms of tetanus.

192
Q

fluphenazine deconate injection

A

phenothiazine antipsychotic
Treats schizophrenia

193
Q

clonidine (Kapvay, Catapres)

A

lowers blood pressure by decreasing levels of chemicals in the blood.

194
Q

temazepam (Restoril)

A

benzodiazepine; affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with sleep problems

195
Q

acamprosate ( Campral )

A

affects che,icals in the brain that may be unbalanvced in a person addicted to alcohol; restores chemical balance in a person who has quit

196
Q

fluoxetine ( Prozac )

A

SSRI antidepressant. Helps people with depression, panic, anxiety, or OCD symptoms

197
Q

methotrexate ( Trexall, Xatmep )

A

antimetabolite; interferes with growth of certain cells in the body, especially fast reproducing cells such as cancer, bone narrow, and skin. Used to treat leukemia, breast, skin, head and neck, lung, or uterus

198
Q

glimepiride ( Amaryl )

A

oral diabetes meds; used with diet and exercise to control blood sugar for diabetes type 2

199
Q

olanzapine (Zyprexa)

A

antipsychotic medication that affects chemicals in the brain; treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder

200
Q

quetiapine ( Seroquel)

A

atypical antipsychotic; used to treat schizophrenia in adults or children. Used with divalproex or lithium to treat episodes of mania or depression

201
Q

atomoxetine (Strattera)

A

adrenergic uptake inhibitors; affects chamicals in brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control; ADHD

202
Q

Darvocet

A

narcotic analgesic combo; propoxyphene and acetaminophen. Relieve mild to moderate pain with or without fever

203
Q

doxorubicin ( Adrimycin )

A

antibiotic/antineoplastic; used to treat different types of cancers that affect the breast, bladder, kidneysm ovaries, etc. Treats Hodgkin lymphoma and leukemia.

204
Q

etoposide

A

mitotic inhibitorl usead to treat small cell lung cancer, usually in combo with other cancer medicines.

205
Q

irinotcecan (Camptosar)

A

antineoplastic; treats cancer of the colon and rectum, usually given with other cancer medicines.

206
Q

trabectedin ( Yondelis )

A

antitumor chemotherapy medication for treatment of advanced soft-tissue sarcoma and ovarian cancer.

207
Q

ipilimumab ( Yervoy )

A

monoclonal antibody medication; activates immune system by targetting CTLA-4, protein receptor that downregulates immune system - these lymphocytes can recognize and destroy cancer cells

208
Q

capecitabine ( Xeloda )

A

antimetabolite; interferes with cancer cell growth. Used to treat breast, gastric, and colorectal cancer. Oral medication.

209
Q

Unasyn

A

combo antibiotic of ampicillin and sulbactam; used to treat bacterial infections.

210
Q

tamoxifen ( Soltamox )

A

antineoplastic, selective estrogen receptor modulator; blocks the actions of estrogen, which types of breast cancer require to grow.

211
Q

Micardis HCT

A

hydrochlorothiazide and telmisartan combo; treats high blood pressure.

212
Q

pegfilgrastim (Neulasta)

A

Neulasta is a man-made form of a protein that stimulates the growth of white blood cells in your body. White blood cells help your body fight against infection.

Neulasta is a prescription medicine used to prevent neutropenia (a lack of certain white blood cells) that is caused by receiving chemotherapy.

213
Q

clorhexidine (Betasept, Biopatch, Hibiclens, etc)

A

Type of disinfectant and antiseptic; skin disinfection before surgery and sterilize surgical instruments. Also used to treat gingivitis; helps reduce redness and swelling of gums.

214
Q

bupivacaine (Marcaine)

A

potent local anesthetic; regional anesthesia, spiderual anesthesia, spinal anesthesia.

215
Q

betamethasone valerate

A

topical cream; used to treat a variety of skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash. Reduces swelling, itching, and redness. Corticosteroid.

216
Q

sodium hyaluronate (Healon)

A

opthalmic solution; surgical aid in cataract extraction, implantation, corneal transplant, retinal attachment surgery.

217
Q

Miochol-E

A

used during cataract/other eye surgeries. Makes pupil contract to assist in operation.

218
Q

prednisolone (Pred Forte)

A

corticosteroid; treats eye conditions due to inflammation or injury.

219
Q

Xalacom

A

lower raised pressure in the eye and treat glaucoma

220
Q

Procaine

A

local anesthetic drug of amino ester group. Often used in dental procedures to numb area around tooth.

221
Q

tetracaine topical (Pontocaine)

A

local anesthetic; blocks nerve signals in body.

222
Q

Carbocaine

A

injectable local anesthetic for dental anesthesia.

223
Q

vancomycin

A

tricyclic glycopeptive antibiotic; origins from streptococcus. Treats gram-positive bacteria infections, including methicillin resistant staph aureus

224
Q

succinylcholine (Anectine, Quelicin)

A

skeletal muscle relaxant; relaxes muscles during surgery or while on a breathing machine.

225
Q

ropivacaine

A

long-acting local anesthetic; inactivate sodium channels for nerve signals.

226
Q

amphotericin B

A

antifungal used to treat fungal infections in neutropenic patients, HIV infection, leishmaniasis.

227
Q

propofol (Diprivan)

A

intravenous anesthetic for procedural sedation, during monitored anesthesia care, or induction agent for general anesthesia.

228
Q

mepivacaine (Carbocaine)

A

most common local anesthetic for intrasynovial analgesia of the foot.

229
Q

D5W / D5 / 5% dextrose

A

crystalloid isotonic IV fluid providing free water when dextrose is metabolized. Treats low blood sugar, insulin shock, or dehydration.

230
Q

Heparin

A

anticoagulant; decrease clotting ability of blood and helps prevent harmful clots from forming in blood vessels; surgical

231
Q

cefazolin (Kefzol)

A

1st gen antibiotic used for treatment of bacterial infections. Treats cellulitis, uti, pneumonia, endocarditis, biliary tract infections, etc

232
Q

yohimbine (Testomar, Erex)

A

increased blood allowed to flow into penis and prevents blood flow out. Can cause erection. Diagnoses impotence or for surgical app.

233
Q

vecuronium (Norcuron)

A

muscle relaxant, blocks signals b/t nerves and muscles. Given before general anesthesia to prepare for surgery by keeping body still. Also relaxes throat for breathing tube insertion.

234
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