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Group 1 (T2)
Term | Definition |
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Lipitor | Classification: Antilipidemic-HMG-CoA-reductase Purpose: lowers cholestorol & triglycerides Caution in Pregnancy- Contraindication Avoid Grapefruit Juice |
Zestril/Prinivil | Classification: Antihypertensive ACE Inhibitor Purpose: relaxes blood vessels Caution in Pregnancy- Possibly toxic to fetus Side Effects: dry cough, hyperkalemia, angioedema |
Tylenol | Classification: Analgesic, Antipyretic Purpose: fevers, pain Over the Counter aka APAP Caution in Liver Failure Adult: 4000 mg/day |
Synthroid | Classification: Hormones Purpose: supplement T4 hormones (needed in cases of hypothyroidism) Measured in mcg Taken on empty stomach Avoid Grapefruit juice |
Norco/Vicodin/Lortab | Classification: Narcotic (Opiate) Analgesic Purpose: moderate to severe pain Schedule 2 NO REFILLS Reversal Agent: Narcan |
Nexium | Classification: Proton Pump Inhibitor Purpose: GERD, prevent ulcers, heartburn Legend & Over the Counter Should not be used long term Take before you eat w/ water (30min. - 1 hour) |
Singulair | Classification: Respiratory- Leukotriene Receptor Inhibitor Purpose: Asthma, Severe Allergic Rhinitis, or Bronchospasm with Exercise (similar to asthmatic reaction) Blackbox warning due to mental health changes (NEW) |
Amaryl | Classification: Oral Hypoglymeic - Sulfonylurea Purpose: Type 2 Diabetes Increases production of insulin in the pancreas Once daily with breakfast |
Plavix | Classification: Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor (aka antiplatelet) Purpose: ischemic stroke, CABG, DVT, heart attack, MI, PI, CP |
Amoxil/Moxatag/*Trimox* | Classification: Anti-infective (antibiotic - Penicillin) Purpose: bacterial infection If it is a suspension, shake well- should be thrown away after 14 days: best to refrigerate Protect from heat and moisture for the tablets |