This is the brand for the generic drug clopidogrel which is a P2Y12 inhibitor used to prevent platelet aggregation.
Plavix
These are common OTC agents used to treat different kinds of cough. (give 2)
Dextromethorphan, diphenhydramine, topical antitussive (Vicks), guaifenesin, guaiatussin AC.
This medication has an FDA labeled indication for hypogonadism in men.
Testosterone
Name one rapid-acting insulin.
Lispro (Humalog), Aspart (Novolog), Glulisine (Apidra), inhaled insulin (Afrezza)
This inhaled medication contains the active ingredients budesonide and formoterol and helps in the maintenance of COPD.
Symbicort
This micronutrient mineral is essential in enzymatic processes and cellular processes like immune regulation and response.
Zinc
This medication has a black box warning for edema and heart failure risk.
Pioglitazone
This pharmacokinetic parameter is the primary target when adjusting vancomycin dosing for serious MRSA infections.
Area under the curve to MIC ratio (AUC/MIC)
This is the brand for the generic drug empagliflozin which is an SGLT2 inhibitor used for type 2 diabetes and heart failure benefits.
Jardiance
These are some self care exclusions for the treatment of cough. (give 3)
SOB, dyspnea, cyanosis, hemoptysis, weight loss, night sweats, >3-5 days, under 4 YO, temp > 100.4F, barking cough, whooping cough, immunocompromised, chronic illness, TB exposure.
This medication has a black box warning for children under 2 years of age, causing fatal respiratory depression.
Promethazine
What is the first‑line therapy for primary prophylaxis of variceal bleeding?
Non‑selective beta‑blockers (e.g., carvedilol, propranolol, nadolol).
The drug Entresto is used to treat HFRF and has these two active ingredients.
Sacubitril/Valsartan
These are some self-care exclusions for the treatment of colds. (give 3)
Temp > 100.4F, chest pain, SOB, symptoms worsen with treatment, underlying cardiopulmonary diseases, AIDS, frail patients, infants > 3MO, hypersensitivity to OTC meds.
This antibiotic is indicated for anthrax, bacterial prostatitis, bronchitis, and UTI.
Ciprofloxacin
A patient’s INR is subtherapeutic at 1.6 despite adherence. Identify one clinical factor (other than missed doses) that could explain the low INR and require a dose increase.
Increased vitamin K intake, drug interactions that induce metabolism (e.g., rifampin, carbamazepine)
This is the brand for the generic drug, adalimumab, which is a monoclonal antibody that inhibits TNF-alpha and is used to treat conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and psoriasis.
Humira
These are some self care exclusions for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. (give 3)
Under 12 YO, pregnant/lactating women, asthma/COPD/respiratory disorder symptoms, severe side effects from attempted treatment.
Key counseling points for this medication include: “Report signs/symptoms of hemorrhage, skin and tissue necrosis. Avoid situations/activities in which cuts, bruising, or injury is likely to occur. Many significant drug-drug interactions; consult health-care professionals prior to new prescription or OTC use. Avoid alcohol, cranberry products, and drastic changes in vitamin K consumption from diet (cruciferous vegetables).”
Warfarin
In a patient with severe hyperkalemia and ECG changes, describe the stepwise approach to emergency management, including which treatment stabilizes cardiac myocytes and which treatments shift potassium intracellularly.
IV calcium → Stabilize cardiac myocytes
Insulin → Shift potassium into the cell
Dextrose
Sodium zirconium, hemodialysis, etc. → Remove potassium from the body