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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| generic name; mebendazole Brand name; vermox classification; Anthelmintic adult dosage; 500mg Route; PO; tablet or chewable indication; whipworm, pinworm, roundworm, | side effects; diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, contraindications; liver disease, inflammatory bowel |
| generic name; warfarin sodium Brand name; Coumadin classification; Anticoagulant adult dosage; 1mg Route; PO indication; blood clotting | side effects; increases risk of bleeding, blood in urine contraindications; hypertension, recently had surgery on brain, spine, or eye |
| generic name; loperamide HCI Brand name; Imodium classification; antidiarreal adult dosage; 4mg Route; PO indication; diarrhea | side effects; dizziness, drowsiness, nausea contraindications; stomach pain without diarrhea, diarrhea with high fever |
| generic name; prochlorperazine Brand name; Compazine classification; antiemetic adult dosage; 5 to 10 mg, tab tid or qid. Route; PO indication; Control of severe nausea and vomiting | side effects; dark urine, chest pain contraindications; breast cancer, blood or bone marrow |
| generic name; diphenhydramine Brand name; Benadryl classification; antihistamine adult dosage;25 to 50 mg every 4 to 6 hours as needed Route; PO indication; Temporary relief of symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies | side effects; drowsiness, dry mouth contraindications; colostomy or ileostomy, bladder obstruction or other urination problems |
| generic name; prinivil Brand name; lisinopril classification; Angiotensin adult dosage; Varies by condition and individual needs. Route PO Indication Hypertension, heart failure, and to improve survival after an acute myocardial infarction | side effects; headaches, dizziness, lower blood pressure contraindications; diabetes, heart disease/ heart problems |
| generic name; atorvastatin Brand name; lipitor classification; antilipemic adult dosage; 10 mg to 20 mg once daily. Route; PO indication; reduce the risk of cardiovascular | side effects; pain in your bones, spine, joints contraindications; liver disease or cirrhosis, habit of drinking |
| generic name; nitroglycerin Brand name; Nitrostat classification; vasodilator adult dosage; 0.3- 0.6mg PRN q 5min, MAX 3 doses in 15mins Route; Buccal, Sublingual indication; Angina, inflammation of arterioles and capillaries | side effects; severe headache, lightheaded contraindications; severe anemia, taking erectile dysfunction medicine |
| generic name; hydrochlorothiazide Brand name; hydroDIURL classification; Diuretic adult dosage; 12.5mg/ 25mg/ 50mg/ 100mg once daily Route; PO indication; High blood pressure, fluid retention | side effects; increased urination, dizziness, loss in sexual ability, contraindications; seizures, decreased urine |
| generic name; metformin Brand name; Glucophage classification; antidiabetic adult dosage; 500 mg once or twice daily, or 850 mg once daily, taken with meals. Route; PO indication; polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and type 2 diabetes prevention. | side effects; Diarrhea, Nausea and vomiting, Stomach discomfort/pain, gas, bloating contraindications; liver impairment, a history of heart attack |
| generic name; guaifenesin Brand name; Mucinex classification; Expectorant adult dosage; Specific recommendations for adult use depend on the product formulation Route; PO indication; loosen phlegm and thin bronchial secretions to clear the airways | side effects; Headaches, Nausea and vomiting, Dizziness, contraindications; Persistent or chronic cough, Excessive phlegm |
| generic name; acetaminophen Brand name; tylenol classification; Analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer) adult dosage; 325 mg to 1 g orally every 4 to 6 hours as needed Route; PO indication; Mild to moderate pain. Fever. | side effects; Nausea and vomiting (more frequently observed with IV administration). Headache, constipation, Skin rash or hives contraindications; liver disease or severe hepatic |
| generic name; magnesium hydroide Brand name; milk of magnesia classification; antacid adult dosage; A full glass (8 oz) of water should be consumed with each laxative dose. Route; PO indication; heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour/upset stomach. | side effects; Diarrhea, Abdominal cramping or pain, Nausea and vomiting are also possible. contraindications; Kidney disease, due to the potential for magnesium to accumulate, Stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting. |
| generic name; oxymetazoline HCI Brand name; Afrin classification; decongestant adult dosage;2 or 3 sprays in each nostril Route; Intranasal (nasal spray or drops) indication; Temporary relief of nasal congestion (stuffy nose) and sinus pressure | side effects; Temporary burning or stinging in the nose, sneezing, increased nasal discharge or dryness of the nasal mucosa, and headache. contraindications; Heart disease, High blood pressure, Thyroid disorders, Diabetes |
| generic name; caffeine Brand name ;no-doz classification; stimulant adult dosage;5 mg/kg orally or IV over 10 minutes every 24 hours. Route; PO indication; wakefulness when experiencing occasional fatigue or drowsiness. | side effects; nervousness, restlessness, nausea, and an increased or rapid heartbeat. contraindications; Do not use as a substitute for sleep. Avoid or limit consumption of other caffeine-containing products |
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