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16 - Pharmacotherapy

Module 16 Pharmacotherapy

Generic nameDrug overview
sumatriptan Brand name: Imitrex Class: Triptan (serotonin 5-HT1 receptor agonist) Indication: Acute migraine attacks Pearls: - Not for migraine prevention - Available formulations: oral tablets, nasal spray, SQ injection
benztropine Brand name: Cogentin Class: Anticholinergic Indication: Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS); Parkinson’s disease Pearls: - Used to treat drug-induced EPS from antipsychotics - ADR: Dry mouth, blurred vision, constipation, and urinary retention
ropinirole Brand name: Ropinirole Class: Dopamine agonist Indication: Parkinson’s disease; restless leg syndrome (RLS) Pearls:
pramipexole Brand name: Mirapex Class: Dopamine agonist Indication: Parkinson’s disease; restless leg syndrome (RLS) Pearls:
phentermine Brand name: Adipex-P Class: Appetite suppressant Indication: Weight management Pearls: - DEA Schedule IV - ADR: Increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure, insomnia, and nervousness - Take in the morning
methotrexate Brand name: Trexall Class: Immunosuppressant Indication: Rheumatoid arthritis; cancer Pearls: - Abbreviation: MTX - Hazardous drug - Contraindicated in pregnancy; teratogenic - Typically dosed once weekly for non-cancer indications
disulfiram Brand name: Antabuse Class: Alcohol deterrent Indication: Alcohol use disorder Pearls: - Causes severe reaction with alcohol (flushing, N/V, hypotension) - Avoid all forms of alcohol - Reaction can occur up to 14 days after the last dose
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