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Medication Flash
Medications
| Valtrex (Rx) | valacyclovir AntiViral Cold Sore |
| Zovirax (Rx) | acyclovir AntiViral Cold Sore |
| Abreva (OTC) | docosanol AntiViral Cold Sore |
| Magnesium Hydroxide | GERD-ULCERS Neutralizes Acid |
| Aluminum Hydroxide | GERD-ULCERS Neutralizes Acid |
| Calcium Carbonate | GERD-ULCERS Neutralizes Acid |
| Maalax, Mylanta, Tums, Roland | Take this medication atleast 2 hours or 2 hours after Magnesium or Aluminum containing Antacids, Iron, or vitamins/minerals |
| Protonix (Rx) | pantoprazole Protein Pump Inhibitors (Decrease the amount of acid) *DO NOT CRUSH |
| Prilosec (OTC) | omeprazole Protein pump Inhibitors -Decreases the amount of acid *DO NOT CRUSH |
| Nexium (OTC) | esomeprazole Protein pump Inhibitors -Decreases the amount of acid *DO NOT CRUSH |
| Prevacid (OTC) | lansoprazole Protein pump Inhibitors -Decreases the amount of acid *DO NOT CRUSH |
| Aciphex (Rx) | rabeprazole Protein pump Inhibitors -Decreases the amount of acid *DO NOT CRUSH |
| Pepcid (Rx) (OTC) | famotidine H2 receptor blocker Protein pump Inhibitors -Decreases the amount of acid *DO NOT CRUSH |
| Zofran (Rx) | ondansetron Nausea & Vomiting Antiemetics 5-HT3 receptor blockers |
| Sancuso Patch (Rx) | granisertron Nausea & Vomiting Antiemetics 5-HT3 receptor blockers |
| Phenergan | promethazine Antihistamine BEERS - Anticholinergic side effects |
| Antivert (Rx) Bonine (OTC) | meclizine antihistamine |
| imodium (Rx) (OTC) | loperamide Diarrhea *FDA- limited quantity in packages, from misuse. *Risk heart rhythm problems |
| Lomotil | diphenoxylate & atropine Diarrhea CV drug |
| Colace | docusate sodium Constipation Stool Softener *Takes a few days to work |
| Citrucel (OTC) | methylcellulose Constipation Laxative (Powder) *fiber in this product may bind to other medications in the GI tract. |
| Miralax (Rx) (OTC) | PEG 3500 Constipation Laxative (Powder) measure 17g + mix daily *stimulant laxatives not safe for longterm use *works within 6-8hrs |
| Dulcolax | bisacodyl (Tabs) Constipation Laxative |
| Senokot | sennosides (Tabs) Constipation Laxative |
| Apriso/Delzicol/Pentasa | mesalamine IBD Infammatory Bowel Disease Anti Infammatory *Cross allergy with aspirin, salicylate, sulfasalazine *DO NOT CRUSH |
| Bentyl | dicyclomine IBS Irritable bowel movement Stops Spasms BEERS *anticholinergic side effects slows GI |
| Reglan | metoclopramide IBS Irritable bowel movement Speeds UP GI tardive dyskinesis *NOT usually used for IBS usually used for GERD or nausea |
| Gas X/Phazyme/Mylicone | Simethicone Gas Flatulence |
| Adipex | phentermine appetite suppressant Civ |
| Fosamax | alendronate Osteoporosis (bisphosphonate) *Take in AM on empty stomach with water ONLY! *DONT lay down for 30 minutes *No food or drink for 30minutes |
| Actonel | risedronate Osteoporosis (bisphosphonate) *Take in AM on empty stomach with water ONLY! *DONT lay down for 30 minutes *No food or drink for 30minutes |
| Reclast | zoledronic acid Osteoporosis (bisphosphonate) IV infusion given yearly or every 2 years *treat high blood calcium levels *Zometa same ingredient but used for cancer treatment |
| Prolia | denosumab Osteoporosis (bisphosphonate) Bone Resorption Inhibitor *Teratogenic do not use if pregnant |
| Humira | adalimumab rheumatoid arthritis , Crohns Disease, Psoriasis Tumor Necrosis Factor) Blocker *TNF causes inflammation *Riskes of Serious infections and cancer HIGH ALERT! -immunosupression |
| Plaquenil | hydroxychloroqunie rheumatoid arthritis, Malaria DMARD- Disease Modifying Anti rheumatoid arthritis drug *SEVERE Side Effect blood, cardiac and eye disorders. TAKE WITH FOOD |
| Trexall, Xatmep | MTX (Methotrexate) rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis *Teratogenic HIGH ALERT! Avoid Sunlight single dose - once a week, NEVER daily * DO NOT TAKE WHILE PREGNANT |
| rheumatoid arthritis | Usually in smaller joints (Hands). Visible deformity. Occurs mostly in women (40-60). Autoimmune system disease . Effects ADL *Inflammatory disease causes scar tissue, destroys cartilage in bones and joints. |
| Osteoporosis (Bisphosphonate) | Bones become brittle and porous which makes them susceptible to break. *Low calcium and Vitamin D Effects Small boned individuals Women Caucasian or Asian Over 50 years old |
| Voltaren | diclofenac sodium NSAID (Non Steroidal Anti- Inflammatory Drug BLACK BOX LABEL Thrombotic events- clots heart attack, stroke GI Bleeds- ULCER REMS - Med Guide BEERS |
| Naprosyn | naproxen NSAID (Non Steroidal Anti- Inflammatory Drug BLACK BOX LABEL Thrombotic events- clots heart attack, stroke GI Bleeds- ULCER REMS - Med Guide BEERS |
| Mobic | meloxicam NSAID (Non Steroidal Anti- Inflammatory Drug BLACK BOX LABEL Thrombotic events- clots heart attack, stroke GI Bleeds- ULCER REMS - Med Guide BEERS |
| Relafen | nabumetone NSAID (Non Steroidal Anti- Inflammatory Drug BLACK BOX LABEL Thrombotic events- clots heart attack, stroke GI Bleeds- ULCER REMS - Med Guide BEERS |
| Motrin | ibuprofen 200mg (OTC) NSAID (Non Steroidal Anti- Inflammatory Drug BLACK BOX LABEL Thrombotic events- clots heart attack, stroke GI Bleeds- ULCER REMS - Med Guide BEERS |
| Celebrex | celecoxib COX-2 inhibitor NSAID (Non Steroidal Anti- Inflammatory Drug BLACK BOX LABEL Thrombotic events- clots heart attack, stroke GI Bleeds- ULCER REMS - Med Guide Sulfa cross allergy NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN- Reye's Syndrome |
| Zyloprim | allopurinol Skeletal Prevent GOUT *xanthine oxidase inhibitor TAKE WITH FOOD- upset stomach Drink lots of water during the day |
| Colcrys | colchicine Prevent and Treats GOUT |
| Gout | NSAIDS more common in men over 30. Occurs in big toe. Acute attacks in which crystals of uric acid appears in joints. |
| Thyroid | Goiter (Hypothyriod) low, not enough iodine in diet ( weight gain & fatigue) Graves Disease (Hyperthyriod ) High, over secretion of thyroid hormones ( hair loss, bulging in eyes) |
| Synthroid, Levoxyl | levothyroxine T4 mcg/mg endocrine Thyroid replacement hormone- treats Hypothyroid NTI drug some foods can decrease absorption DO NOT USE AS WEIGHT LOSS DRUG |
| Armour Thyroid | dessicated thyroid T3 and T4 endocrine Thyroid replacement hormone- treats Hypothyroid pork source BEERS DO NOT USE FRO WEIGHT LOSS |
| Tapazole | methimazole endocrine Treats Hyper Thyroid anti thyroid agents Teratogenic DO NOT USE IF PREGNANT may weaken immune system |
| Orapred | prednisolone endocrine anti inflammatory (rash, asthma, allergy, injury, swelling) corticosteroid *tapper off slowly if on high or long term *Side Effects - mood changes, anxiety, weight gain, bone density |
| Cortef | hydrocortisone endocrine anti inflammatory (rash, asthma, allergy, injury, swelling) corticosteroid *tapper off slowly if on high or long term *Side Effects - mood changes, anxiety, weight gain, bone density |
| Deltasone, Rayos | prednisone endocrine anti inflammatory (rash, asthma, allergy, injury, swelling) corticosteroid *tapper off slowly if on high or long term *Side Effects - mood changes, anxiety, weight gain, bone density |
| Medro | methylprednisolone (dosepack) endocrine anti inflammatory (rash, asthma, allergy, injury, swelling) corticosteroid (mimic cortisol, stronger) tapper off slowly if on high or long term *Side Effects - mood changes, anxiety, weight gain, bone density |
| Glucotrol (Pills) | glipizide endocrine - Diabetes sulfonylurea oral diabetics Sun sensitivity, sulfur cross allergy HIGH ALERT BEERS |
| Amaryl (Pills) | glimepiride endocrine - Diabetes sulfonylurea oral diabetics Sun sensitivity, sulfur cross allergy HIGH ALERT BEERS |
| Diabeta/Micronase (Pills) | glyburide endocrine - Diabetes sulfonylurea oral diabetics Sun sensitivity, sulfur cross allergy HIGH ALERT BEERS |
| Glucophage | metformin endocrine - Diabetes - cause be used for other hormonal conditions PCOS biguanide oral anti-diabetic increase glucose TAKE WITH FOOD Risk of lactic acidosis |
| Januvia | sitagliptin endocrine- Diabetes increase insulin DPP4 inhibitor |
| Tradjenta | linagliptin endocrine- Diabetes increase insulin DPP4 inhibitor |
| Onglyza | saxagliptin endocrine- Diabetes increase insulin DPP4 inhibitor |
| Janumet | sitagliptin + metformin endocrine- Diabetes increase insulin DPP4 inhibitor |
| Jardiance | empagliflozin endocrine-diabetes SGL2 inhibitors Risk of urinary tract infections Clears glucose out through the kidneys |
| Invokana | canagliflozin endocrine-diabetes SGL2 inhibitors Risk of urinary tract infections Clears glucose out through the kidneys |
| Synjardy | empagliflozin + meformin |
| Diabetes | A disease in which the body’s ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin is impaired, resulting in abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates and elevated levels of glucose in the blood and urine. |
| Actos | pioglitazone endocrine - diabetes thiazolidinediones may be linked to bladder cancer may increase ovulation heart failure |
| Actoplusmet | pioglitazone + metformin endocrine - diabetes thiazolidinediones may be linked to bladder cancer may increase ovulation heart failure |
| Victroza | liraglutide endocrine - diabetes GLP- 1 agonist - Subcutaneous injection keep in refrigerator before dispensing may cause nausea, appetite loss, diarrhea |
| Trulicity | dulaglutide endocrine - diabetes GLP- 1 agonist - Subcutaneous injection keep in refrigerator before dispensing may cause nausea, appetite loss, diarrhea |
| Ozempic | semaglutide endocrine - diabetes GLP- 1 agonist - Subcutaneous injection keep in refrigerator before dispensing may cause nausea, appetite loss, diarrhea |
| Saxenda | liraglutide approved and marketed for weight loss |
| Wegovy | approved and marketed for weight loss |
| Novalog | Rapid acting Insulin insulin aspart Keep refrigerated HIGH ALERT |
| Humalog | Rapid Acting Insulin Insulin Lispro Keep refrigerated HIGH ALERT |
| Humulin R | Novolin R Short acting Regular insulin 100/500 unties/mL |
| Humulin N | Novolin N Immediate Acting NPH- insulin 'cloudy' **DO NOT SHAKE *Roll between palms to mix |
| Lantus | Long Acting (Basal) Insulin glargine *biosimilar is Semglee and Rezvoglar |
| Levemir (discontinued) | Long Acting Basal Insulin determir |
| N R R N | N R R N air air draw draw |
| Xanax | alprazolam Federal - CIV State -CII bezodiazepines anxiety, muscle relax, sleep DO NOT USE with opioids. Risk of over sedation, breathing suppression BEERS DO NOT USE IN PREGNANCY drowsiness- no alcohol Possible withdrawal, sudden stop in use. |
| Klonopin | clonazepam Federal - CIV State -CII bezodiazepines anxiety, muscle relax, sleep DO NOT USE with opioids. Risk of over sedation, breathing suppression BEERS DO NOT USE IN PREGNANCY drowsiness- no alcohol Possible withdrawal, sudden stop in use. |
| Ativan | lorazepam Federal - CIV State -CII bezodiazepines anxiety, muscle relax, sleep DO NOT USE with opioids. Risk of over sedation, breathing suppression BEERS DO NOT USE IN PREGNANCY drowsiness- no alcohol Possible withdrawal, sudden stop in use. |
| Valium | diazepam Federal - CIV State -CII bezodiazepines anxiety, muscle relax, sleep DO NOT USE with opioids. Risk of over sedation, breathing suppression BEERS DO NOT USE IN PREGNANCY drowsiness- no alcohol Possible withdrawal, sudden stop in use. |
| Restoril | temazepam Federal - CIV State -CII bezodiazepines anxiety, muscle relax, sleep DO NOT USE with opioids. Risk of over sedation, breathing suppression BEERS DO NOT USE IN PREGNANCY drowsiness- no alcohol Possible withdrawal, sudden stop in use. |
| Buspar | buspirone anxiety not related to other anti- anxiety meds, less drowsiness than others. |
| Vistaril | Hydroxyzine pamoate anxiety antihistamine drowsiness BEERS |
| Ambien | zolpidem CIV benzodiazepine receptor agonist insomnia BEERS Sleep walking High fat foods decrease absorption. |
| Lunesta | eszopiclone CIV benzodiazepine receptor agonist insomnia BEERS Sleep walking High fat foods decrease absorption. |
| Rozerem | ramelteon sleep hypnotic - works like melatonin |
| Risperdal | risperidone atypical anti-psychotic schizophrenia, bipolar depression, depression increased death in elderly with dementia ( not schizophrenia) mostly strokes Risk suicidal thoughts - young adults decreased fertility |
| Seroquel | quetiapine atypical anti-psychotic schizophrenia, bipolar depression, depression increased death in elderly with dementia ( not schizophrenia) mostly strokes Risk suicidal thoughts - young adults decreased fertility |
| Zyprexa | olanzapine atypical anti-psychotic schizophrenia, bipolar depression, depression increased death in elderly with dementia ( not schizophrenia) mostly strokes Risk suicidal thoughts - young adults decreased fertility |
| Abilify (New on market) | aripiprazole atypical anti-psychotic schizophrenia, bipolar depression, depression increased death in elderly with dementia ( not schizophrenia) mostly strokes Risk suicidal thoughts - young adults decreased fertility |
| Haldol (Old) | haloperido atypical anti-psychotic schizophrenia, bipolar depression, depression increased death in elderly with dementia ( not schizophrenia) mostly strokes Risk suicidal thoughts - young adults decreased fertility |
| Aricept | donepezil Alzheimer's Disease acetylcholinesterase inhibitor N/V common TAKE WITH FOOD |
| Namenda | memantine NMDA blocker headache, dizziness |
| Cymbalta | duloxetine SNRI (Serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors depression, anxiety, neuropathy DO NOT CRUSH SJS rash risk Risk of suicidal thoughts discontinue slowly wakeful,nausea, sexual side effects |
| Effexor | venlafaxine SNRI (Serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors depression, anxiety, TAKE WITH FOOD SJS rash risk Risk of suicidal thoughts discontinue slowly wakeful,nausea, sexual side effects |
| Pristiq | desvenlafaxine SNRI (Serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors depression, anxiety, TAKE WITH FOOD SJS rash risk Risk of suicidal thoughts discontinue slowly wakeful,nausea, sexual side effects |
| Elavil (D/C) | amitriptyline TCA (tricyclic anti-depressant) depression - multiple other uses Risk of suicidal thoughts discontinue slowly More drowsiness- anticholinergic BEERS |
| Pamelor | nortriptyline TCA (tricyclic anti-depressant) depression - multiple other uses Risk of suicidal thoughts discontinue slowly More drowsiness- anticholinergic BEERS |
| Zoloft | sertraline Depression, Anxiety SSRI ( selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) Black Box Label - Risk suicidal thoughts discontinue slowly More awake, then drowsy, nausea, sexual side effects pregnacy - refer to MD |
| Celexa | citalopram Depression, Anxiety SSRI ( selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) Black Box Label - Risk suicidal thoughts discontinue slowly More awake, then drowsy, nausea, sexual side effects pregnacy - refer to MD |
| Lexapro | escitalopram Depression, Anxiety SSRI ( selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) Black Box Label - Risk suicidal thoughts discontinue slowly More awake, then drowsy, nausea, sexual side effects pregnacy - refer to MD |
| Prozac | fluoxetine Depression, Anxiety SSRI ( selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) Black Box Label - Risk suicidal thoughts discontinue slowly More awake, then drowsy, nausea, sexual side effects pregnacy - refer to MD |
| Paxil | paroxetine Depression, Anxiety SSRI ( selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) Black Box Label - Risk suicidal thoughts discontinue slowly More awake, then drowsy, nausea, sexual side effects pregnacy - refer to MD |
| Remeron | mirtazaphine Nervous- System Depression - Miscellaneous Anti-Depressants Black Box Label - Risk of suicidal thoughts drowsiness Neuro psychiatric problems - when used for smoking cessation |
| Wellburtrin (D/C) | bupropion Nervous- System Depression - Miscellaneous Anti-Depressants Black Box Label - Risk of suicidal thoughts wakefulness - seizures Neuro psychiatric problems - when used for smoking cessation |
| Desyrel | trazodone Nervous- System Depression - Miscellaneous Anti-Depressants Black Box Label - Risk of suicidal thoughts drowsiness Neuro psychiatric problems - when used for smoking cessation |
| Lithobid | Lithium Nervous - System Bipolar NTI terarogentic HIGH ALERT |
| Requip | ropinerole Nervous - System Parkinson's Disease dopamine agonist TAKE WITH FOOD warning - impulse control sudden drowsiness |
| Mirapex | pramipexole Nervous - System Parkinson's Disease dopamine agonist TAKE WITH FOOD warning - impulse control sudden drowsiness |
| Sinemet | carbidopa/levodopa Nervous - System Parkinson's Disease dopamine agonist TAKE WITH FOOD warning - impulse control sudden drowsiness HIGH ALERT |
| Cogentin | benztropine Nervous - System Parkinson's Disease and similar symptoms caused by medications anticholinergic drowsiness and drying effects BEERS |
| Adderall | Mixed Salts of amphetamine Controlled - CII Nervous - System ADHD CNS stimulant - amphetamine Black Box Warning - abuse potential, misuse can cause heart problems Screen for heart defects prior to use Growth suppression in kids |
| Ritalin/Concerta | methylphenidate Controlled - CII Nervous - System ADHD CNS stimulant - amphetamine Black Box Warning - abuse potential, misuse can cause heart problems Screen for heart defects prior to use Growth suppression in kids |
| Vyvanse | lisdexamfetamine Controlled - CII Nervous - System ADHD CNS stimulant - amphetamine Black Box Warning - abuse potential, misuse can cause heart problems Screen for heart defects prior to use Growth suppression in kids |
| Strattera | atomoxetine Nervous - System ADHD SNRI Black Box Warning - Suicidal Risk screen for heart defects prior to use |
| Imitrex | sumatriptan Nervous - System Migraines 5HT 1B/1D agonist Take at sign of migraine Warning for chest pain |
| Relpax | eletriptan Nervous - System Migraines 5HT 1B/1D agonist Take at sign of migraine Warning for chest pain |
| Zomig | zolmitriptan Nervous - System Migraines 5HT 1B/1D agonist Take at sign of migraine Warning for chest pain |
| Neurontin | gabapentin Nervous- System seizures - multiple other uses antiepileptic Drowsiness, many are teratogens, lots of drug interactions, may decrease oral contraceptives HIGH ALERT |
| Lyrica | pregabalin Controlled - CV Nervous- System seizures - multiple other uses antiepileptic Drowsiness, many are teratogens, lots of drug interactions, may decrease oral contraceptives HIGH ALERT |
| Lamictal | lamotrigine Nervous- System seizures - multiple other uses antiepileptic Drowsiness, many are teratogens, lots of drug interactions, may decrease oral contraceptives Rash |
| Topamax | topirimate Nervous- System seizures - multiple other uses antiepileptic Drowsiness, many are teratogens, lots of drug interactions, may decrease oral contraceptives |
| Keppra | levitericetam Nervous- System seizures - multiple other uses antiepileptic Drowsiness, many are teratogens, lots of drug interactions, may decrease oral contraceptives Rash |
| Depakote | divalproex sod Nervous- System seizures - multiple other uses antiepileptic NTI drug Drowsiness, many are teratogens, lots of drug interactions, may decrease oral contraceptives HIGH ALERT hepatotoxicity pancreatitis teratogenic |
| Tegretol | carbamazepine Nervous- System seizures - multiple other uses antiepileptic NTI drug Drowsiness, many are teratogens, lots of drug interactions, may decrease oral contraceptives HIGH ALERT Rash, alastic anemia, teratogen |
| Dilzintin | phenytoin Nervous - System anti seizure NTI drug side effects (if toxic) - Nausea, double vision Teratogen HIGH ALERT |
| Trileptal | oxcarbazepine Nervous - System HIGH ALERT teratogen |
| Soma | carisoprodol Controlled - Yes- CIV Muscular System muscle spasm - short term injury *Muscle Relaxant Drowsiness BEERS |
| Robaxin | methocarbamol Muscular System Muscle Spasm - short-term injury Muscle relaxant Drowsiness BEERS |
| Flexeril | cyclobenzaprine Muscular System Muscle Spasm - short-term injury Muscle relaxant Drowsiness BEERS |
| Lioresal | baclofen Muscular - System Muscular spasm - longer term due to MS, cerebral palsy, spinal injury Muscle Relaxant - anti spasmodic drowsiness |
| Zanaflex | tizanidine Muscular - System Muscular spasm - longer term due to MS, cerebral palsy, spinal injury Muscle Relaxant - anti spasmodic drowsiness TABS & CAPSULES NOT INTERCHANGEABLE *Caffeine may increase this drug the body |
| Lymphatic system | Includes the lymph nodes, lymph vessels (thin tubes that carry lymph and white blood cells), bone marrow, spleen, thymus, tonsils and adenoids, and lymph tissue in the small intestine and other parts of the body. Plays huge role in body's immune system. |
| Amoxil | amoxicillin Bacterial Infections Penicillin antibiotics *Cross Allergy with penicillin Powder for oral suspension must be mixed with water BEFORE dispensing, Limited expiration date. |
| Augmentin | amoxicillin(Hides behind)/clavulanate(Sheilds) Bacterial Infections Penicillin antibiotics *Cross Allergy with penicillin Powder for oral suspension must be mixed with water BEFORE dispensing, Limited expiration date. *TAKE WITH FOOD |
| Kelfex | cephalexin Bacterial Infections cephalosporin antibiotic related to penicillins, so there is a chance of cross allergy if patient is allergic to penicillins Powder for oral suspension must be mixed with water, limited expiration date. |
| Zithromax | azithromycin Bacterial Infections macrolide anticiotics often prescribed in dosepaks powder in oral suspension must be mixed with water, limited expiration date |
| Cipro | ciprofloxacin Bacterial Inflections quinolone antibiotic BLACK BOX LABEL -Serious adverse reactions. Tendinits, Tendon Rupture, Peripheral Neuropathy, Central Nervous System effects and exacerbation of Myasthenia Gravis |
| Vibramycin | doxycycline Bacterial Infection tetracyline antibiotoc TAKE WITH FOOD Sun sensitivity *administer antacids containing aluminum, calcium, or magnesium 1-2 hrs before/ after doxycycline *Use during tooth development |
| Septra Bactrim (SMZ) | Sulfamethoxazole Bacterial Infection Sulfonamide Antobiotic Sun Sensitivity Rash - may procede to Stevens Johnson Snydrome |
| Septra Bactrim (TMP) | trimethoprim Bacterial Infection Sulfonamide Antobiotic Sun Sensitivity Rash - may procede to Stevens Johnson Snydrome |
| Bactroban | mupirocin Bacterial Inflections Miscellaneous Antibiotics *Topical - sometimes used in the nose to treat MRSA |
| Macrodantin | nitrofurantoin Bacterial Inflections Miscellaneous Antibiotics TAKE WITH FOOD |
| Cleocin | Clindamycin Bacterial Inflections Miscellaneous Antibiotics *Diarrhea (c.diff) is a risk - Report to doctor is symptoms develop |
| Flagyl | metronidazole Bacterial Inflections Miscellaneous Antibiotics *No Alcohol TAKE WITH FOOD carcinogen |
| Vancocin | vancomycin Bacterial Infections Glycopeptide Antibiotics * Give PO for intestinal infections *Give IV for other infections *May damage kidneys (nephrotoxcity) or hearing (ototoxicity) RASH - may develop into SJS |
| Xyzal | levocetirizine Lymphatic Allergies Anti-Histamine *Non-drowsy **Improvements over older Anti-Histamine like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) |
| Zyrtec | cetirizine Lymphatic Allergies Anti-Histamine *Non-drowsy **Improvements over older Anti-Histamine like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) |
| Claritin | loratadine Lymphatic Allergies Anti-Histamine *Non-drowsy - Claritin least, usually dosed once daily, were Rx, now OTC **Improvements over older Anti-Histamine like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) |
| Allegra | fexofenadine Lymphatic Allergies Anti-Histamine *Non-drowsy **Improvements over older Anti-Histamine like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) |
| Flonase | fluticasone Lymphatic Runny, Stuffy nose. Allergies corticosteroid *Nasal spray |
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