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PHM 114 B&Gs
| Brand | Generic | Therapeutic Class | Indications | Special Considerations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoxil | amoxicillin | penicillin antibiotic | bacterial infections | effectiveness of birth control |
| Omnicef | cefdinir | cephalosporin antibiotic | bacterial infections | |
| Vyvanse | lisdexamfetamine | CNS stimulant | ADHD/binge eating | use with caution if you have HTN |
| Bactroban | mupirocin | topical antibiotic | skin infections | |
| Keflex | cephalexin | cephalosporin antibiotic | bacterial infections | |
| Strattera | atomoxetine | NRI (norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor) | ADHD | use with caution if you have HTN |
| Ritalin | methylphenidate | CNS stimulant | ADD/ADHD/narcoleps | use with caution if you have HTN |
| Augmentin | amoxicillin + clavulante | penicillin antibiotic | bacterial infections | can decrease effectiveness of birth control |
| Singulair | montelukast | leukotriene inhibitor | asthma | can cause new or worsening mental problems |
| Flonase | fluticasone | corticosteroid | nasal congestion/allergies | not intended for children younger than 4 years |
| Aristocort | triamcinolone | corticosteroid | allergies | |
| Advair | fluticasone/salmeterol | Bronchodilator | asthma/COPD | can lead to fungal infections in the throat-rinse after use |
| Spiriva | tiotrpium | Bronchodilator | COPD/emphasema | |
| Xolair | omalizumab | monoclonal antibody | asthma/chronic hives/nasal polyps | |
| Combivent | albuterol/ipatropium | Bronchodilator | COPD | |
| ProAir | albuterol | Bronchodilator | prevent bronchospasm | |
| Prilosec | omeprazole | PPI (proton pump inhibitor) | GERD/Zollinger-Ellison syndrome | can cause kidney issues/should not be taken more than 14 days in a row |
| Pepcid | famotidine | H2 Antagonist | heartburn | |
| Protonix | pantoprazole | PPI (proton pump inhibitor) | GERD/Zollinger-Ellison syndrome | can cause kidney issues or osteopsoris |
| Zantac | ranitidine | H2 Antagonist | heartburn/GERD | HAS BEEN WITHDRAWN FROM THE US MARKET * may still be on Exam |
| Aciphex | rabeprazole | PPI (proton pump inhibitor) | GERD/Zollinger-Ellison syndrome | can cause kidney issues or osteopsoris |
| Nexium | esomeprazole | PPI (proton pump inhibitor) | GERD/Zollinger-Ellison syndrome | can cause kidney issues or osteopsoris |
| Prevacid | lansoprazole | PPI (proton pump inhibitor) | GERD/Zollinger-Ellison syndrome | can cause kidney issues or osteopsoris |
| Tussionex (CIII) | hydrocodone/chlorpheniramine | narcotic/ antihistamine | cough | high risk of addiction |
| Microzide | hydrochlorothiazide | thiazide diuretic | HTN/Fluid retention | avoid sun exposure |
| Lasix | furosemide | loop diuretic | HTN/Fluid retention/CHF | |
| Dyrenium | triamterene | potassium-sparring diuretic | Edema/heart failure/cirrhosis | do not take if you have severe kidney or liver disease |
| Aldactone | spironolactone | potassium-sparring diuretic | heart failure/htn/hypokalemia | |
| Benicar | hydrochlorothiazide/olmesartan | thiazide diuretic/ARB | HTN | Do not take if pregnant |
| Avalide | hydrochlorothiazide/irbesartan | thiazide diuretic/ARB | HTN | Do not take if pregnant |
| Hyzaar | hydrochlorothiazide/losartan | thiazide diuretic/ARB | HTN | Do not take if pregnant |
| Renvela | sevelamer | phosphate binder | chronic kidney disease | Do not if you have bowel obstructions |
| Cataflam | diclofenac | NSAID | pain/osteoarthritis | Black Box Warning: can increase risk of fatal heart attack or stroke |
| Celebrex | celecoxib | NSAID/COX inhibitor | pain/inflammation | Black Box Warning: can increase risk of fatal heart attack or stroke |
| Relafen | nabumetone | NSAID | pain/inflammation | Black Box Warning: can increase risk of fatal heart attack or stroke |
| Aleve | naproxen | NSAID | pain/inflammation | Black Box Warning: can increase risk of fatal heart attack or stroke |
| Mobic | meloxicam | NSAID | pain/ inflammation | Black Box Warning: can increase risk of fatal heart attack or stroke |
| Advil | ibuprofen | NSAID | pain/inflammation | Black Box Warning: can increase risk of fatal heart attack or stroke |
| Neurontin | gabapentin | anticonvulsant | seizures/ neuropathic pain | can cause life threatening breathing problems |
| Pyridium | phenazopyridine | analgesic | UTI | can darken the color of urine to an orange or red color |