ADHD and stimulants
This ADHD drug is a stimulant that increases dopamine and norepinephrine in the CNS.
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
This anorexiant works by inhibiting pancreatic lipase to reduce fat absorption.
Orlistat (Xenical)
This antiviral can prevent influenza A and is also used for Parkinson’s disease-related dyskinesias.
Amantadine (Symmetrel)
This fusion inhibitor prevents HIV from entering CD4 cells by blocking viral envelope fusion with the host cell membrane.
Enfuvirtide (fuezeon)
This med has a high risk of nephrotoxicity; it binds ergosterol in fungal cell membranes.
Amp B
This non-stimulant ADHD medication is an SNRI used when stimulants are contraindicated.
Atomoxetine (Strattera)
This antianaleptic is used to stimulate breathing in patients with drug-induced respiratory depression.
Doxapram (Dopram)
What drug is a topical or IV treatment for herpes simplex virus and varicella-zoster virus infections.
Acyclovir
A major nursing consideration for patients on Zidovudine is monitoring for this hematologic adverse effect.
Bone marrow suppression / anemia / neutropenia
This oral antifungal is used for systemic and mucocutaneous fungal infections and requires monitoring of liver function tests.
Flucanazole (diflucan)
Nursing considerations for stimulant use include monitoring these two vital signs closely.
Blood pressure and heart rate
This antimigraine drug is a selective serotonin receptor agonist used for acute migraine attacks.
Sumatriptan (Imitrex)
These neuraminidase inhibitors are used to treat and prevent influenza A and B if given within 48 hours of symptom onset.
Oseltamivir (Tamiflu) and Zanamivir (Relenza)
This nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) is often used in pregnancy to prevent mother-to-child HIV transmission.
Zidovudine (Retrovir)
This antifungal is commonly used topically or orally for candidiasis and is generally not absorbed systemically.
Nystatin (mycostatin)
Amphetamine and Modafinil are contraindicated in patients with this cardiovascular risk.
Severe hypertension or cardiac disease
A patient on Orlistat should supplement with this type of vitamins to prevent deficiency.
Fat soluable vitamins
This antiviral is inhaled and teratogenic; it’s used for RSV infections in infants and children.
Ribavirin (Virazole)
Patients taking Enfuvirtide must be taught this proper administration technique.
Subcutaneous injection at rotating sites, reconstituted properly
Terbinafine (Lamisil) inhibits this enzyme in the ergosterol synthesis pathway, leading to fungal cell death.
Squalene epoxidase
This serious adverse effect of stimulants can occur with high doses or misuse and presents with agitation, hallucinations, or hyperthermia.
Stimulant toxicity / CNS overstimulation
For patients taking Sumatriptan, instruct them to report this cardiovascular symptom immediately.
Chest pain or tightness
Amantadine has this rare but serious adverse effect, especially in older adults, causing confusion, hallucinations, and livedo reticularis.
CNS toxicity
Antiretroviral therapy should be monitored using these two key lab markers to evaluate treatment effectiveness.
T-cell count and HIV viral load
Amphotericin B therapy requires monitoring these three labs due to risk of toxicity.
Creatinine, BUN, electrolytes