Immune Drugs
Antibiotic used to treat abdominal and gyn infections, but alcohol should be avoided due to severe nausea and vomiting.
What is Flagyl (metronidazole)?
Cardiac drug used to treat a variety of conditions, including htn, anxiety and neurological conditions. All of these end in "lol".
What are beta blockers?
Classification of drugs used to treat mild to moderate pain and inflammation. Some forms can be purchased over the counter, such as ibuprofen.
What are NSAIDs?
Group of medications that are used to manage nausea and vomiting?
What are antiemetics?
Group of medications that are first line for the treatment of asthma exacerbation or bronchospasm.
What are bronchodilators?
Antibiotic used for serious infection, such as MRSA. Common side effects are ototoxicity, nephrotoxicity and red man syndrome.
What is vancomycin?
Cardiac drugs that cause smooth muscle relaxation are used to treat high blood pressure, angina and other cardiac issues. Can be used to treat preterm labor. Be sure to monitor pulse and blood pressure.
What are calcium channel blockers?
Medication that can be used for pain management, but is more often used for MI prevention/treatment. This medication is not given to children due to the risk of Reye syndrome. Monitor platelet count while using.
What is aspirin?
Medication often used to treat CHF. I work on the loop of Henle and can "pull" a large amount of fluid, but also can deplete potassium. Monitor for hypotension and deydration.
What are loop diuretics?
Oral medication used to treat diabetes. This medication should be stopped prior to CT scan. Blood glucose levels should be monitored closely.
What is metformin?
Antibiotic effective against a variety of infections, but is not used during pregnancy due to softening of bones and permanent discoloration of teeth. Photosensitivity is a common side effect.
What are tetracyclines?
Antiarrhytmic medication used to treat a variety of cardiac issues. Be sure to monitor apical pulse for one full minute. Monitor vision and pulse for signs of toxicity.
Group of medications used to treat anxiety and insomnia. Can also be used to treat acute seizure activity. Antidote is flumazenil.
What are benzodiazepines?
Group of medications that can be used to treat hypertension or CHF. Side effects include hypotension, dehydration and hyperkalemia.
What are potassium-sparing diuretics?
Long acting insulin that is used to treat diabetes. This medication can be given at night. This medication is unique in that it does not have a peak.
What is glargine insulin?
Antibiotic that has been around for a long time and can be used for a variety of infections, including many STIs, such as syphilis. Avoid acidic juices and be sure to check for allergies.
What are penicillins?
Antihypertensive medications that end in pril. Side effects include cough, hypotension and hyperkalemia.
What are ace inhibitors?
Medication that is used to treat mild pain or fever. An overdose can cause liver damage. Antidote is acetylcysteine.
What is acetaminophen?
Group of medications used to treat diarrhea. Can lead to rebound constipation, dry mouth and possibly dizziness.
What are anti-diarrheals?
Insulin that can be used for sliding scale coverage. Only insulin that can be given IV for extreme hyperglycemia or DKA.
What is regular insulin?
Antibiotics that are divided into generations and can treat a variety of infections. Some are often used to treat brain infections, while others may be used for respiratory infections or to prevent infections in surgery patients.
What are cephalosporins?
What is heparin?
Group of medications used to treat moderate to severe pain. These have a higher risk of addiction. Side effects include constipation, drowsiness and respiratory depression.
What are opioids/narcotics?
Medications that do not "pull" as much fluid as furosemide, but can cause hypotension, dehydration and hypokalemia. These medications are often used in combination with other diuretics.
What are thiazide diuretics?
Group of medications that are often used to help prevent asthma or COPD exacerbations by decreasing inflammation. These are considered maintenance medications.
What are corticosteroids?
Broad spectrum antibiotics that can cause EKG changes and tendon rupture.
What are fluoroquinolones?
What is warfarin?
What is naloxone?
What is furosemide?
What is rapid acting insulin (lispro insulin)?