Contraindicated in patients younger than 2 months, megaloblastic anemia, and sulfa allergy
Sulfamethoxazole w/ Trimethoprim
What are the CIVs in the first 150 drugs
Zaleplon, Temazepam, Modafinil, Eszopiclone, Clonazepam, Diazepam, Lorazepam, Alprazolam, Zolpidem
Dosage range for Valsartan
80-320 mg given once daily
Dosage forms for Xanax
Tablets, Tablets ER, Tablets ODT, Oral solution conc.
What 6 things need to be monitored in patients taking Fortesta
Bonus: tell me what else is unique about Fortesta
Hematocrit, Hemoglobin, Serum testosterone, PSA, Lipid panel, LFT
Bonus: it is BEERs, REMS, and CIII
Should only be prescribed by doctors who are familiar with the dosing ranges, hepatotoxicity/pulmonary toxicity. Drug should also not be consumed with OTC products or grapefruit juice
Amiodarone
What are the CIIs in the 150 drugs
Methylphenidate, Lisdexamfetamine, Dexmethylphenidate, Hydrocodone w/ APAP, Amphetamine w/ Dext
Dosage range of Glimepiride
1-4 mg daily with a maximum of 8 mg daily
Dosage forms for Revatio
Tablets, Tablets ER, Suspension, Injection
While taking this drug I should avoid changes in diet especially in consuming leafy green vegetables due to INR change. Alcohol and aspirin products should be avoided while taking
Bonus: What is the biggest issue with this medication
Warfarin, profuse bleeding
Prometrium
What is the recommended dosage for Concerta
5 mg twice a day before breakfast and lunch with increases weekly of 5-10 mg
take 100 mg capsule every 12 hrs for 7 days
Nitrofurantoin
Dosage forms for Ditropan
Tablets, Tablets ER, Syrup
Match the Lab values to each
1.) Fluticasone w/ Salmeterol A.) FEV
2.) Albuterol B.) N/A
3.) Atrovent C.) FEV, IOP, BMD
4.) Tiotropium D.) N/A
5.) Ipratropium w/ Albuterol E.) FEV
1= C
2= B
3= D
4= A
5= E
Due to binding of Dopamine receptors there is a possibility of Parkinson like symptoms during therapy
Buspar
ADRs for Vicoden
Dizziness, Constipation, Nausea, Vomiting, Drowsiness
Recommended dose for Hygroton
50 mg once daily
Nexiclon dosage
Tablets, Tablets ER, Transdermal patch
What should I avoid while taking ACE inhibitors
Cough cold medicine and OTC vitamins
Anaphylactic shock is possible at start of therapy so take first dose in a clinich
Recommended dose for Ativan
2-6 mg per day in divided doses.
Instill one drop twice a day in each eye approximately 12 hrs apart
Restasis
Dosage form for Aggrenox
Capsules
Generally while taking antidepressants what is a side effect that tends to happen