ABX
This class of bacteriocidal antibiotics work by breaking down the cell wall of the bacterium
What is a penicllin?
This class of anti-hypertensive medication works by altering the conversion of a vasoconstrictive hormone
What is an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEI)?
This class of medication reduces gastric acid by stopping the H+/K+ pump from secreting hydrogen ions.
What is a proton pump inhibitor?
Hb A1c of >6.5 or fasting glucose of >125 mg/dL
What are the diagnostic criteria for diabetes?
This class of OTC medications used to treat mild pain and inflammation should be used with caution in patients with high blood pressure
What are NSAIDs?
The study of absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion.
What is pharmacokinetics?
This class of bacteriocidal antibiotics works by interfering with DNA replication.
What is a fluroquinalone
This class of anti-hypertisive medication works by altering peripheral receptors for a vasoconstrictive hormone
What is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB)?
These medications are weak bases so directly neutralize gastric acid when ingested.
What are antiacids?
This class of oral medication for diabetes decreases the hepatic production of glucose
What are biguanides (metformin)?
This OTC pain medication may cause liver failure if taken in extreme quantities.
What is Tylenol? (acetaminophen)
The category of enzymes which are responsible for almost half of all adverse drug reactions.
What is CYP450?
This medication is the first line of treatment for confirmed but uncomplicated Strep throat
What is PenVK?
This medication is the rational first drug of choice for most Black patients with HTN
What is a calcium channel blocker?
This is the common name for a combination of medications used to treat peptic ulcer disease with H. pylori infection.
What are triple or quad therapy?
This is the only treatment recommended for ALL people newly diagnosed with pre-diabetes and Type 2 diabetes
What are lifestyle changes? (modest weight loss and increased exercise)
This herbal preparation should not be used concurrently with SSRIs because of the increased risk for serotonin syndrome.
What is St. John’s Wort?
Medication, strength, route, instructions, quantity to be filled and number of refills.
What are the required components of a valid prescription?
This is one of two specific antibiotic medications recommended for treatment of uncomplicated CAP
What is amoxicillin or doxycycline?
A common side effect of this medication is dry, hacking cough.
What is ACEI (angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor)
The classes of medications typically included in a standard quad therapy for peptic ulcer disease.
What are bismuth, PPI, amoxicillin and metronidazole?
Despite the likelihood for gastric upset with ingestion, this medication used to treat or prevent osteoporosis, should NOT be taken with food.
What is alendronate (Fosamax)?
This OTC medication, used to treat seasonal allergies and as a sleep aid, may cause confusion and delirum in elders.
What is diphenhydramine? (Bendadryl)
No more than 90 morphine milligram equivalents (MME) per day.
What is the maximum allowable dose for new opiate prescriptions in Nevada?
This treatment is recommended by the AAP for children age >6 with mild-moderate otitis media.
What is "watchful waiting"?
The class of medication for Caucasian patients with HTN who have been taking lisinopril (ACEI)/HCTZ 40/25mg for three weeks and are still above desired BP target
What is a beta blocker, calcium channel blocker, or aldosterone antagonist (or refer for cardiology consult!)
Chocolate, peppermint, tobacco, alcohol, and acidic foods
What are substances that tend to make GERD worse?
This class of medications is recommended for Type 2 diabetes management when glycemic targets are not being met with two or more oral agents
What is basal insulin?
The typical pediatric OTC dose for pain or fever is 10-15 mg/kg
What is ibuprofen or acetaminophen?
The phase of a clinical medication trial which may be “uncontrolled “
(not compared to a control group)
What is Phase III?