Medication use
What is naloxone used for?
Opioid overdose
How do you administer Naloxone?
Slow IV administration, must re-administer due to short half life
NSAIDS, ACE inhibitors, K+ supplements, lithium
What is a complication that can occur when taking furosemide?
What are loop diuretics used for?
What are some effects of consuming alcohol while taking disulfiram?
flushing of the face, headache, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, weakness, blurred vision, mental confusion, sweating, choking, breathing difficulty, and anxiety
What drugs interact with ferric gluconate?
ascorbic acid, antacids, tetracycline, quinolones
What is a side effect of Hydrochlorothiazide?
electrolyte imbalances (low Na/K, high Ca, lipids, uric acid), hyperglycemia, jaundice, photosensitivity
What is Hydroxocobalamin used for?
It is injectable B-12 used to treat or prevent macrocytic anemia associated with B-12 deficiency
Which medication can be given in combination with loop diuretics (30 mins before) to produce diuresis in patients with moderate to severe symptoms of heart failure?
What is the MOA for epoetin alfa?
Stimulates cells in bone marrow to produce large numbers of immature RBCs; Speeds up RBC maturation
What labs are needed for clopidogrel?
CBC, hemoglobin, hematocrit, platelet (notify HCP is less than 80k), PT and INR values
Difference between oral and topical Minoxidil use
Topical- used to treat baldness
Oral- treat high blood pressure
When should you not take Bumetadine?
If you have severe kidney disease or are unable to urinate; severe liver disease or cirrhosis; severe dehydration
What is the MOA for Ergocalciferol?
It works by helping the body to use more of the calcium found in foods or supplements.
What are 2 side effects of Cyanocobalamin?
Stomach pain, bleeding from gums or nose, blue lips or fingertips, chest pain, decreased urine output, coughing w/ pink frothy sputum