bone and muscle
This muscle relaxant is used for spasticity and must be tapered slowly to avoid withdrawal.
Baclofen
This glaucoma drug can cause iris color changes and increased eyelash growth.
Latanoprost
This stimulant treats ADHD and narcolepsy but can cause insomnia, tachycardia, and dependence.
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine
This herbal supplement is associated with increased bleeding risk and should be stopped at least 2 weeks before surgery.
Ginkgo biloba
This antiepileptic has a BBW for IV administration risks of arrhythmias and hypotension.
Phenytoin
This muscle relaxant treats malignant hyperthermia, carries a BBW for hepatotoxicity, and requires LFT monitoring.
Dantrolene
These beta-blocker eye drops lower intraocular pressure but can cause bradycardia and bronchospasm.
betaxolol/timolol
This stimulant is commonly used for ADHD and narcolepsy, but can cause weight loss and insomnia.
methylphenidate
These antidepressants require strict avoidance of tyramine-containing foods like aged cheese and wine.
MAOls (phenelzine, selegiline)
This immunomodulator for multiple sclerosis is avoided in pregnancy and can cause flu-like symptoms, depression, and hepatotoxicity.
interferon beta
This osteoporosis drug must be taken on an empty stomach with water, and the patient must sit upright for 30 minutes.
Alendronate
This miotic agent treats glaucoma but may cause blurred vision and bronchospasm.
pilocarpine
This wakefulness-promoting drug is used for narcolepsy and shift work disorder, but can cause headache, insomnia, and rarely SJS.
modafinil
This Parkinson's drug should be avoided with high-protein meals because protein decreases absorption.
levodopa/carbidopa?
This antimetabolite for rheumatoid arthritis is contraindicated in pregnancy and requires folic acid supplementation.
Methotrexate
This parathyroid hormone analog treats osteoporosis but carries a risk of osteosarcoma.
teriparatide
This cholinesterase inhibitor for glaucoma can cause cataracts and systemic cholinergic toxicity.
echothiophate
This drug treats acute migraine attacks but is contraindicated in CAD/HTN, or stroke history.
Sumatriptan
Patients taking this mood stabilizer must maintain consistent sodium intake to avoid toxicity.
Lithium
This mood stabilizer is contraindicated in pregnancy, especially in the first trimester, due to teratogenic effects.
Lithium
These supplements require vitamin D for absorption, can cause constipation, and should not be taken with iron.
Calcium citrate/carbonate
With these drops, patients should apply pressure to the puncta to reduce systemic absorption.
betaxolol/timolol
Patients taking this migraine drug must be monitored for chest pain and serotonin syndrome.
Sumatriptan
This supplement increases calcium absorption but should not be taken at the same time as iron.
Calcium
This antiepileptic carries a BBW for hepatotoxicity, pancreatitis, and teratogenicity, making it highly dangerous in pregnancy.
Valproic acid