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most commonly used drug, influencing function of urinary tract, increasing urine excretion   diuretics  
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thiazides, loop, potassium-sparing, & osmotic agents are   four classes of diuretics  
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type of diuretic used is determined by   condition being treated  
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diuretics used to lower intraocular pressure   carbonic anhydrase inhibitors  
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most commonly used type of diuretic; increases excretion of water, sodium, chloride, & potassium   thiazides  
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thiazides are used in the treatment of __ from causes such as heart failure & cirrhosis   edema  
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thiazides are used in treatment of __ __, either alone or in combination w/drugs from other classes; functions to reduce peripheral vascular resistance as well as by decreasing fluid retention   uncomplicated hypertension  
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thiazides are used as __ for calculus formation in patient w/hypercalciuria   prophylaxis  
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thiazides are used to treat __ __ from renal dysfunction   electrolyte imbalance  
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diuretic of choice to treat electrolyte imbalance from renal dysfunction   metolazone  
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stone   calculus  
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excess calcium in the urine   hypercalciuria  
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side effect to thiazides that may lead to cardiac arrhythmias   hypokalemia  
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hypokalemia is __ deficiency   potassium  
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side effect to thiazides that may lead to alkalosis   hypochloremia  
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hypochloremia is __ deficiency   chloride  
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thiazide side effects include __ hypotension, vertigo, & headache   postural  
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side effect of thiazides can include __ & increased uric acid   hyperglycemia  
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contraindications/caution: thiazides may cause hyperglycemia & glycosuria for patient who have   diabetes  
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contraindications/caution: thiazides may cause increased uric acid level in patient with   history of gout  
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contraindications/caution: thiazides may cause severe __ disease   renal  
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contraindications/caution: thiazides may cause impaired __ function   liver  
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contraindications/caution: thiazides if patient will be using for prolonged periods periodic __ __ checks are indicated   serum electrolyte  
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contraindications/caution: thiazides if patient will be using for prolonged periods __ __ are recommended to prevent hypokalemia   potassium supplements  
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contraindications/caution: thiazides if older patient will be using may cause __ __, due to greater sensitivity of patient   low sodium  
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contraindications/caution: thiazides if patient is hypersensitive to   sulfonamide  
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patients prescribed thiazides should be instructed to include __ __ in their diet   potassium-rich foods  
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if thiazides are prescribed for hypertension, a __ __ may be prescribed by physician   low-sodium diet  
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thiazides should be administered with __ to reduce gastric irritation   food  
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thiazides should be administered in __ to prevent sleep-cycle disruption   morning  
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patients on thiazides should rise slowly from reclining position to counter act   postural hypotension  
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thiazides may interact w/NSAIDs; there is a risk of   renal insufficiency  
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thiazides taken w/corticosteroids may increase   potassium loss  
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thiazides is taken with lithium may interact by causing   lithium intoxication  
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thiazides interact w/hypotensive agent which potentiate   blood pressure decrease  
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thiazides taken w/digitalis will increase potential for   digitalis toxicity  
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thiazides may be taken with Probenecid (Benemid) in order to block   uric acid retention  
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thiazides taken with antidiabetic agents can lead to   loss of diabetic control  
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act directly on a specific portion of the kidneys to inhibit sodium & chloride reabsorption   loop diuretics  
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furosemide (Lasix), bumetanide (Bumex), & torsemide (Demadex) a potent diuretics that act in a similar way to __, to increase excretion of water, sodium, chloride, & potassium   thiazides  
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the action of loop diuretics is more __ & __ than thiazides with greater diuresis   rapid; effective  
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furosemide (Lasix), bumetanide (Bumex), & torsemide (Demadex) are __ diuretics   loop  
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loop diuretics are used in the treatment of edema associated w/impaired renal function or __ disease   hepatic  
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loop diuretics are used in the treatment of   congestive heart failure  
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loop diuretics are used in the treatment of __ edema   pulmonary  
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loop diuretics are used in the treatment of __ caused by malignancy or cirrhosis   ascites  
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loop diuretics are used in the treatment of __; if thiazides are ineffective, loops are sometimes combined w/ other ___   hypertension; antihypertensives  
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side effects of loop diuretics include fluid/electrolyte imbalance w/dehydration, __ __, & chest pain   circulatory collapse  
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side effects of loop diuretics includes ___ w/weakness & vertigo   hypokalemia  
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potassium supplements are recommended for cardiac patients taking loop diuretic in order to prevent   arrhythmias  
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side effects of loop diuretics includes __, close BP checks required   hypotension  
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side effects of loop diuretics includes hyperglycemia & increased   uric acid  
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side effects of loop diuretics includes allergic reactions to furosemide & bumetanide in those allergic to   sulfa  
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contraindications/caution: careful morning monitoring required for patients taking loop diuretics by those with   cirrhosis or other liver disease  
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contraindications/caution: loop diuretics may cause __ impairment   kidney  
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contraindications/caution: loop diuretics may cause __ & dehydration   alkalosis  
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contraindications/caution: loop diuretics may cause cardiac arrhythmias if potassium not supplemented for ___ patients   digitalized  
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contraindications/caution: loop diuretics for __ __ __, regarding Bumex & Demadex   children under 18  
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in patients w/cirrhosis of liver, torsemide (Demadex) must be given with a potassium-sparing agent to prevent hypokalemia & __ __   metabolic acidosis  
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interactions of loop diuretics are __ __ those of thiazides   similar to  
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loop diuretics interact w/corticosteroids by potentiating   potassium loss  
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loop diuretics interact w/digitalis w/increased potential for __ __ & arrhythmias   digitalis toxicity  
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loop diuretics interact w/aminoglycosides, increasing the chance for   deafness  
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loop diuretics interact w/indomethacin decreasing   diuretic effect  
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loop diuretics interact w/salicylates, specifically __, by increasing chance of salicylate toxicity   furosemide  
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loop diuretics interact w/anticonvulsants, specifically __, by reducing the diuretic effect of furosemide   phenytoin  
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patients taking loop diuretics should take with __ prior to 6pm   food  
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patients taking loop diuretics should report any changes in urinary output, especially a __   decrease  
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patients taking loop diuretics should report abrupt or severe   weight loss  
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patients taking furosemide should limit exposure to __, due to __   sunlight; photosensitivity  
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administered under conditions in which potassium depletion can be dangerous   potassium-sparing diuretics  
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potassium-sparing diuretics such as spironolactone (Aldactone) & triamterene (Dyrenium) counteract increased glucose & uric acid levels associated with   thiazide diuretic therapy  
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diuretic of choice for patients w/cirrhosis   spironolactone  
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spironolactone has been shown very effective in patient with   severe heart failure  
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potassium-sparing diuretics are __ used alone   seldom  
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potassium-sparing diuretics are usually combined w/thiazide diuretics to __ diuretic & hypotensive effects   increase  
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potassium-sparing diuretics are usually combined w/thiazide diuretics to __ danger of hyperkalemia   reduce  
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when combination products, such as Aldactazide or Dyazide, are given __ __ is usually not indicated; varies w/individual & other medications taken concomitantly   supplemental potassium  
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periodic __ __ __ are indicated for patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics   serum electrolyte checks  
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side of effects of potassium-sparing diuretics can lead to hyperkalemia, especially with __ __, which may lead to cardiac arrhythmias   potassium supplements  
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side of effects of potassium-sparing diuretics can lead to fatigue, lethargy, & __ weight loss   profound  
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side of effects of __ diuretics can lead to hypotension   potassium-sparing  
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side of effects of potassium-sparing diuretics can lead to __ with spironolactone   gynecomastia  
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potassium-sparing diuretics is indicated w/patient who have renal insufficiency, cirrhosis & other liver disease, & pregnant/lactating   caution  
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patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics may experience the interaction of ___ when taken w/potassium supplements, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, salicylates, & NSAIDs   hyperkalemia  
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when patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics also take lithium there is a possible interaction of ___ ___ & cause lithium toxicity   reduce clearance  
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patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics should be instructed to __ potassium rich foods & salt substitutes in their diet   avoid  
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patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics should be instructed to report signs of __ __, such as dry mouth, drowsiness, lethargy & fever   excessive dehydration  
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patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics should be instructed to report __ __, such as nausea, vomiting, & diarrhea   GI symptoms  
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patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics should be instructed to report __ headache & mental confusion   persistent  
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patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics should be instructed to report __ heartbeat   irregular  
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patients taking potassium-sparing diuretics should be instructed to take medication __ meals   after  
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frequently use to reduce intracranial/intraocular pressure, prevent/treat acute renal failure, & during certain cardiovascular surgery   osmotic agents  
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thiazide & related diuretics; trade name for indapamide   Lozol  
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thiazide & related diuretics; trade name for hydrochlorothiazide   Esidrix, HydroDIURIL  
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thiazide & related diuretics; trade name for metolazone   Zaroxolyn  
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loop diuretic; trade name for furosemide   Lasix  
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loop diuretic; trade name for bumetanide   Bumex  
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loop diuretic; trade name for torsemide   Demadex  
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potassium-sparing diuretic; trade name for spironolactone   Aldactone  
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potassium-sparing diuretic; trade name for triamterene   Dyrenium  
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combination potassium-sparing/thiazide diuretic; trade name for spironolactone/hydrochlorothiazide   Aldactazide  
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combination potassium-sparing/thiazide diuretic; trade name for triamterene/hydrochlorothiazide   Dyazide, Maxzide  
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osmotic agents; parenteral administration only; trade name for mannitol   Osmitrol  
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osmotic agents; parenteral administration only; trade name for urea   Ureaphil  
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form of arthritis in which uric acid crystals are deposited in & around joints, causing inflammation & pain   gout  
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gout usually begin in the __ or __, but affected joints in any location   knee; foot  
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medications to treat gout include uricosuric agents & allopurinol, which lower   uric acid levels  
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act on the kidney by clocking reabsorption & promoting urinary excretion of uric acid   uricosuric agents  
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uricosuric agent; trade name for probenecid   Benemid  
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uricosuric agents are used in treatment of __ cases of gout & frequent __ attacks of gouty arthritis   chronic; disabling  
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uricosuric agents have no __ or __ activity   analgesic; anti-inflammatory  
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uricosuric agents are __ __ in treatment of acute gout   not effective  
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during acute attacks of gout the probenecid dosage is supplemented with __, which has anti-inflammatory action   colchicine  
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in a gonococcal infection probenecid is sometimes given w/penicillin to __ levels of antibiotic in the blood   potentiate  
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probenecid can also be given with cefoxitin to treat acute   pelvic inflammatory disease  
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if probenecid is not taken with large volumes of fluid, consistently, the side effect can include   kidney stones & renal colic  
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hypersensitivity reactions, rash, hypotension, & anaphylaxis are rare side effects from   probenecid administration  
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patients w/uric acid kidney stone & peptic ulcer history, or renal impairment, or blood dyscrasias are __ for administration of probenecid   contraindicated  
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the action of penicillins/cephalosporins when taken with probenecid can cause potentiation of   therapeutic effects  
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the interaction of oral hypoglycemics & probenecid can cause ___ through potentiation   hypoglycemia  
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salicylates __ uricosuric action   antagonize  
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probenecid decreases __ __ when taken w/NSAIDs   renal clearance  
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uricosuric agents should taken __ food   with  
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acts by decreasing serum & urine levels of uric acid; trade name Zyloprim & Lorpurin   allopurinol  
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blocking sympathetic nerve impulses   anticholinergic  
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anticholinergic in action, used to reduce strength & frequency of contractions of urinary bladder   antispasmodics  
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antispasmodic; used to increase bladder capacity in patients w/neurogenic bladder resulting in incontinence   propantheline (Pro-Banthine)  
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anticholinergic, used as antispasmodic, with adverse effects in older adults   hyoscyamine (Cystospaz, Levsin)  
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chemically similar drugs that exert spasmolytic effects on smooth muscle; used for relief of symptoms such as urgency, frequency, nocturia, & incontinence; adverse effects in older adults   tolterodine (Detrol) & oxybutynin (Ditropan)  
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fewer anticholinergic adverse effects than, and are less than/equally effective to oxybutynin IR   oxybutynin XL, or Oxytrol patch  
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side effects of antispasmodics are anticholinergic   in action  
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includes: drying of all secretions (esp. eyes & mouth); drowsiness/dizziness, urinary retention & constipation; blurred vision; mental confusion (esp. older adults); tachycardia, palpations; nausea, vomiting; rash, urticaria, allergic reactions   side effects of antispasmodics  
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patients w/hepatic/renal disease, obstructive uropathy; bladder/GI obstructions/ulcerative colitis; cardiovascular disease; prostatic hypertrophy; pregnant/nursing; narrow angle glaucoma are advised to use antispasmodics   with caution  
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antispasmodics are contraindicated for   children under 5  
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cholinergic drug that stimulates parasympathetic nerves to bring about contraction of urinary bladder in cases of nonobstructive urinary retention, usually post-op or postpartum   bethanechol (Urecholine)  
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Urecholine is called the   "pharmacological catheterization"  
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side effects of bethanechol are cholinergic in action and usually __ related   dose  
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GI cramping, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting; sweating & salivation; headache & bronchial constriction; slow heartbeat/reflex tachycardia & orthostatic hypotension; urinary urgency are all   side effects of cholinergics  
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obstruction of GI/urinary tract, hyperthyroidism, peptic ulcer, IBS, asthma, cardiovascular disease/bradycardia, Parkinson, seizure disorder, pregnancy & lactation are all   contraindications of cholinergics  
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when bethanechol has known interactions w/other cholinergic or anticholinesterase agents which can potentiate effects, increasing   possibility of toxicity  
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quinidine/procainamide can __ the cholinergic effects of bethanechol when taken concomitantly   antagonize  
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in cases of cholinergic toxicity __ can be used as an antidote, since it antagonizes the cholinergic effect   Atropine  
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used to relieve burning, pain, & discomfort in urinary tract mucosa   urinary analgesics  
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urinary analgesic or local anesthetic for relief of burning, pain, discomfort, & urgency associated w/urinary tract mucosa for cystitis, cytoscopy/surgery, or trauma   phenazopyridine (Pyridium)  
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phenazopyridine (Pyridium) should not be taken for more than (2) days when used with   antibacterial agents  
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phenazopyridine (Pyridium) is only used for __ __ & not substitute for treatment of causative conditions   symptomatic relief  
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include headache/vertigo, mild GI disturbances, & orange-red urine which may stain fabric & contact lenses   side effects of phenazopyridine (Pyridium)  
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oral urinary antispasmodic medication exhibiting weak anesthetic & analgesic properties for symptomatic relief   flavoxate (Urispas)  
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urinary analgesics are not a __ for antibiotic treatment of UTIs   substitute  
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impaired kidney function (esp. older adults) & severe hepatitis are __ of urinary analgesics   contraindications  
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phenazopyridine (Pyridium) may __ with various urine, kidney function, or liver function tests   interfere  
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used to reduce size & associated urinary obstruction & manifestations (urgency, nocturia, & urinary hesitancy) in patients w/BPH; antiandrogens   finasteride (Proscar) & dutasteride (Avodart)  
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age-associated enlargement of prostate from proliferation of glandular/stromal elements; generally begins in 5th decade of life; interferes with the normal passage of urine from the bladder   benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH)  
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Proscar 5mg or Avodart 0.5mg daily for minimum of 6-12 months is the treatment for   BPH  
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treatment for BPH appears to be __ rather than __   suppressive; curative  
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if patient stops BPH treatment __ is likely to to return   hypertrophy  
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includes: impotence, decreased libido/ejaculation, & gynecomastia (incl. breast tenderness/enlargement)   side effects from antiandrogens  
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enlargement of one or both breasts in a male, usually seen in adolescents or elderly men due to excessive estrogen activity; occasionally there is even excretion of milk   gynecomastia  
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patients being administered antiandrogens should be screened first for   cancer, infection, or other urinary dysfunctions  
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antiandrogens may cause __ for patients w/liver function abnormalities   exacerbations  
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crushed tablets & soft gelatin capsules, of antiandrogens, should not be handled by pregnant women because they can cause   fetal damage  
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blocks alpha-1 receptors in smooth muscle in the bladder neck & prostate, causing them to relax   tamsulosin (Flomax)  
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tamsulosin (Flomax) is able to decreased symptoms of BPH because the __ __ rate improves   urine flow  
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alpha-clockers used in treatment of hypertension, as well as for BPH   doxazosin (Cardura) & terazosin (Hytrin)  
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include: dizziness, headache, nasal congestion; orthostatic hypertension; palpitations (not Flomax); ejaculation dysfunction, decreased libido, impotence   side effects from alpha-blockers  
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combination therapy recently shown to significantly reduce overall clinical progression of BPH & may reduce need for invasive therapy compared to either agent alone   Proscar & Cardura  
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uricosuric agent; trade name for probenecid w/colchicine   ColBenemid  
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antispasmodic; trade name for propantheline   ProBanthine  
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antispasmodic; trade name for tolterodine   Detrol, Detrol LA  
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antispasmodic; trade name for oxybutynin   Ditropan, Ditropan XL, Oxytrol patch  
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antispasmodic; trade name for hyoscyamine   Cystospaz, Levsin  
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antispasmodic; trade name for flavoxate   Urispas  
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antispasmodic; trade name for phenazopyridine   Azo Standard  
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antiandrogen; trade name for finasteride   Proscar  
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antiandrogen; trade name for dutasteride   Avodart  
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alpha-blocker; trade name for doxazosin   Cardura  
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alpha-blocker; trade name for tamsulosin   Flomax  
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alpha-blocker; trade name for terazosin   Hytrin  
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