Vital Signs
ACE inhibitor, used to manage HTN and heart failure
Lisinopril (Zestril)
Combination antibiotic often used to treat urinary infections
sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim (Bactrim DS)
Used to decrease the symptoms of moderate to severe dementia (Alzheimer’s disease)
Memantine (Namenda)
Supplement to prevent or replace nutritional deficiency
Multiple Vitamins (Theragran)
Used to treat earwax build-up/aid in removal
carbamide peroxide (Debrox)
Used to slow ventricular rate in patients with Afib/Aflutter – must check apical pulse before giving
digoxin (Lanoxin)
Over the counter supplement used to support and maintain the normal function of the urinary tract
cranberry derivative
Improves cholinergic function to treat mild, moderate or severe dementia
Donepezil (Aricept)
Vitamin replacement that occurs naturally in foods such as citrus fruit, tomatoes, potatoes, and leafy vegetables
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
Intranasal treatment of seasonal allergies
fluticasone propionate (Flonase)
In low doses, used to prevent platelet aggregation for patient with cardiac history
aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid)
Used to treat symptoms of neurogenic bladder as well as symptoms of overactive bladder
Oxybutynin (Ditropan)
Causes relief of anxiety
Alprazolam (Xanax)
Supplement to prevent or replace nutritional deficiency – important in wound healing
Zinc Sulfate (Zinkaps)
Topical or transdermal control of pain associated with RA or osteoarthritis
capsaicin (Capsaicin)
Betablocker used to treat HTN and angina pectoris
metoprolol (Toprol XL)
Bactericidal agent used to prevent/treat urinary tract infections
nitrofurantoin monohydrate (Macrobid)
Used to reduce the tremors and rigidity associated with Parkinson’s disease
Carbidopa (Sinemet)
Used in skin cell development and production, acts as a synthetic form of vitamin D
Calcipotriene (Dovonex Cream)
Natural/herbal treatment thought to improve physical and mental stamina
Ginseng
Calcium channel blocker used to treat HTN, angina and tachycardia
diltiazem, (Cardizem)
Used to provide relief from urinary tract symptoms (pain, itching, burning, urgency, frequency)
phenazopyridine (Pyridium)
Used to treat major depressive disorder and panic disorder (anti-depressive agent)
Paroxetine Hydrochloride (Paxil)
Cream to decrease fungal infections
Miconazole Cream (Lotrimin or Zeasorb -AF)
Natural/herbal treatment thought to prevent colds and flu
Turmeric
Combination inhaler used to treat and prevent asthma/bronchospasms – anti-inflammatory
Fluticasone 100mcg and Salmeterol 50 mcg (Advair)
Used for prevention of constipation and avoid straining
docusate sodium (Colace)
Used to treat major depressive disorder and panic disorder (anti-depressive agent)
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Oral medication used to protect and heal ulcers
sucralfate (Carafate)
Combination oral agent to control moderate to severe pain
oxycodone HCL/ acetaminophen (Percocet)
Often used as an inhaler to treat or prevent bronchospasm in asthma or COPD
albuterol (Ventolin)
Suppository used for treatment of constipation – stimulates peristalsis
bisacodyl suppository (Dulcolax)
Used to treat mild to moderate dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s
Rivastigmine (Exelon)
Used in treatment of anorexia, weight loss, and cachexia
megestrol acetate (Megastrol)
Opioid agent used to treat moderate to severe pain
hydromorphone (Dilaudid)
Calcium channel blocker used to treat HTN and angina
amlodipine (Norvasc)
Used rectally to prevent constipation or soften fecal impaction
Fleets Enema
Used to treat mild to moderate dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease
Galantamine (Razadyne)
Used to treat GERD, also to prevent/heal ulcers
omeprazole (Prilosec)
Transdermal around-the-clock moderate to severe pain control
fentanyl (Duragesic)
Diuretic used to reduce edema and treat HTN
furosemide (Lasix)
Combines with water in the intestine to manage simple/chronic constipation associated with a low fiber diet
Metamucil
Depresses the CNS, used to treat anxiety and in the IM/IV route treat status epilepticus
Lorazepam (Ativan)
Proton Pump Inhibitor, used to treat GERD, prevent/heal ulcers
pantoprazole sodium (Protonix)
Used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and chronic pain syndromes
amitriptyline (Elavil)
Oral agent used to prevent and treat asthma and seasonal allergic rhinitis
Montelukast (Singulair)
Inhibits peristalsis to decrease acute diarrhea
loperamide (Imodium)
Prevention and treatment of thrombus formations/embolization
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Used to prevent nausea/vomiting, and management of anorexia
dronabinol (Marinol)
Used to treat major depressive disorder, OCD, Panic disorder
fluoxetine HCL (Prozac)