Cardiac
This beta-blocker lowers heart rate and blood pressure and is commonly used in hypertension and heart failure.
What is metoprolol?
This anticoagulant requires INR monitoring and has many food/drug interactions
What is warfarin
This rapid-acting insulin is typically given before meals.
What is insulin lispro (Humalog)?
This opioid reversal agent is used in overdose situations.
What is naloxone (Narcan)?
This penicillin-class antibiotic can cause allergic reactions and rash.
What is amoxicillin
This medication requires monitoring of potassium levels and is used as a loop diuretic.
What is furosemide (Lasix)?
This injectable anticoagulant can cause heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT).
What is heparin
This long-acting insulin provides basal coverage and has no peak.
What is insulin glargine (Lantus)?
This benzodiazepine is commonly used for anxiety and seizures.
What is lorazepam (Ativan)?
This antibiotic class (e.g., ciprofloxacin) should not be taken with dairy and can cause tendon rupture.
What are fluoroquinolones?
This drug is an ACE inhibitor and can cause a persistent dry cough
What is lisinopril?
This medication is the antidote for heparin overdose
What is protamine sulfate?
This first-line oral medication for type 2 diabetes can cause GI upset and lactic acidosis.
What is metformin?
This non-opioid analgesic can cause liver toxicity in high doses
What is acetaminophen (Tylenol)
This antibiotic is associated with “red man syndrome” if infused too quickly
What is vancomycin?
This cardiac glycoside has a narrow therapeutic index and requires monitoring for toxicity (e.g., vision changes).
What is digoxin?
This oral anticoagulant does NOT require routine lab monitoring and is often used instead of warfarin.
What is apixaban (Eliquis)
These drugs (e.g., glipizide) increase insulin secretion and can cause hypoglycemia.
What are sulfonylureas?
This opioid analgesic can cause respiratory depression and constipation.
What is morphine?
This antibiotic can cause ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity (watch peak/trough levels)
What is gentamicin?
This antiarrhythmic drug is used for atrial fibrillation but has many toxicities including pulmonary fibrosis.
What is amiodarone
This antiplatelet drug is commonly given after stent placement.
What is clopidogrel (Plavix)?
This class of medications (e.g., lisinopril) is often given to diabetics for kidney protection.
What are ACE inhibitors?
This antidepressant class (e.g., sertraline) is first-line for depression and anxiety.
What are SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)?
This antibiotic class (e.g., azithromycin) can prolong QT interval
What are macrolides?