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A drug interaction that occurs when the combined effect of 2 drugs taken together decreases the effect of the drugs individually

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Antagonism

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What drugs can cause interaction with Warfarin

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Aspirin, antibiotics or tylenol (acetaminophen)= increased bleeding

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examples of Calcium channel blocker

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  • Diltiazem (Tiazac)

- pine

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what is the greatest danger of taking OTC antacids?

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Can affect the absorption of other drugs

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Drug-disease interaction of aspirin

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salicylates- in toothpaste, food preservatives
nasal polyps
causes asthmatic attacks or diff breathing

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side effects of opioids

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constipation

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What drugs make up the the “triple whammy”

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ACE Inhibitors + diuretics + NSAIDS
ACE inhibitors- pril
Can cause renal impairment when taken together

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Drug-drug interactions

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Diltiazem & erythromycin

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side effects of furosemide

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hyperglycemia, hypotension, allergic reaction

-reduces fluid retention (edema)

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Examples of adverse drug reaction

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idiosyncrasy= eg- allergy to air
Teratogenic effect= birth defects
anaphylaxis= life-threatening allergic reaction

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Brand name and S/E of Trazadone

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Desyrel

S/E= drowsiness

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Effects of opioid analgesics like codeine etc

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lower HR and respiration

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What is digitalis

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used to strengthen the contractions of the heart muscle

Overdose= GI disturbance, cardiac arrhythmia, blurred vision

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S/E of antiprotozoal drugs (malarial drugs)

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vivid dreams, abdominal pain, HA, N/V, hypotension, visual disturbance, insomnia

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S/E of Olanzapine (Zyprexa)

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Antipsychotic; schizophrenia & bipolar disorder

S/E: orthostatic hypertension, syncope related to low BP, weight gain, neuroleptic sensitivity, Parkinsonism

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Generic of Xanax

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Alprazolam
Schedule IV
Benzodiazepine; GABA

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Beta II Agonist drugs

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-Albuterol

used for COPD

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examples of NSAIDs

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ibuprofen, celecoxib (Celebrex), aspirin, naproxen, nabumetone, meloxicam, etodolac, diclofenac, indomethacin

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Drug class for antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals

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anti-infective

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Which drug class has the suffix -olol

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Beta Blockers
Cardiovascular
Eg: metoprolol (Lopressor & Toprol XL) , Atenolol (Tenormin)

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The generic name for Cefzil?

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Cephalosporin- antibiotics

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Schedule IV controlled substances

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Sleep aids + benzodiapines

  1. Ativan (Lorazapem)
  2. Ultram (Tramadol)
  3. Restoril ( Temazepam)
  4. Soma (Carisprodol)
  5. Ambien (zolpidem )
  6. Xanax (Alprazolam)
  7. Lunesta ( eszopiclone)
  8. valium ( diazepam)
  9. Librium ( Chlordiazepoxide)
  10. Klonopin (Clonazepam)
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How many refills within what time period can be authorized for schedule IV drug?

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5 refills within a 6-month period

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How many refills can be authorized for a schedule II drug

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Schedule II controlled drugs
``` Oxycodone (Roxicodone) Adderall Opium Vicodin (Hydrocodone/ acetaminophen) Percocet ( Oxycodone/ Acetaminophen) Vyvanse ( Lisdexamfetamine) Cocaine Morphine Demerol (Meperidine) Concerta ( methylphenidate) ```
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Which government branch is responsible for assigning schedules of controlled substances
US Attorney General
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Do pharmacists hired by hospitals/institutions need to register to handle controlled substances
No
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What are the constituents of Allegra-D
Fexofenadine HCl & Pseudoephedrine HCl
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ROMAN NUMERALS
M- 1000 C- 100 L- 50 D- 500
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Joint Commission
accredits health care institutions based on pt care & safety standards
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Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Details chemical products, potential dangers assx with these chemicals & measures taken in case of exposure
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Ensures a safe and healthy workplace
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In a horizontal flow hood, how far should one work inside the hood?
6 inches
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what can the direct mixture of calcium gluconate and potassium phosphate soln for injection cause
precipitate
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Lactated Ringer's solution
contains Na, Ca, K salts | Used for IV irrigation
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what ingredient in TPN may interact with Warfarin
Vit K- renders it ineffective
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Herbal preparation used for depression and possible immune system benefits
St John's wort | Not approved by FDA
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functions of physicians regarding the use of investigational drugs
1. obtain approval from the IRB 2. explain drug benefits & risks to pt and obtained a signed consent 3. send a copy of consent form to pharmacy Pharmacies -stores and dispenses the drug
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Schedule III controlled drugs
1. Vicoprofen- oxycodone/ibuprofen | 2. Fiorinal- Butalbital, aspirin & caffeine
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Drug-Anecdote
Acetaminophen- N-acetylcysteine warfarin- Vit K Anthracycline chemotherapy- Dexrazoxane Benzo- Flumazenil
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What % of dextrose and sodium chloride are in a liter of D5NS?
5% dextrose; 0.9% NS
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Egs of antifungal agents
Fluconazole, Nystatin
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What is a misbranded drug?
Has untrue or incorrect claims or labeling like labeling that does not have appropriate instructions for use or warning specific to the drug
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X'tics of filling a C-II drug
1. Can be partially filled if the remainder is available within 72 hours 2. Emergency fill is allowed; Dr must provide the pharmacy with a hard copy within 7 days 3. Can be hard or soft copy but needs to be signed by a Dr
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Drugs that cannot be delivered via the pneumatic tube system
1. Gemcitabine (chemo drug) 2. Pegfilgrastim ( proteins can denature) 3. Abciximab (denatured)
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Constituents of various insulins
1. Lantus- Insulin glargine 2. Novolog- Insulin aspart 3. Humalog (Apidra)- Insulin lisper 4. Levemir- Insulin detemir

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