drug book draft

DRUG LIST BOOK:
THE TOP 200
BY: ERIKA WAGA

Table of Contents
Abilify (Aripiprazole)
AcipHex (Rabeprazole)
ActoPlus Met (Pioglitazone/Metformin)
Actos (Pioglitazone)
Adderall XR (Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine)
Advair Diskus (Fluticasone/Salmeterol)
Aggrenox (Aspirin/Dipyridamole)
Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate)
Altace (Ramipril)
Ambien (Zolpidem)
Amoxil (Amoxicillin)
AndroGel (Testosterone (topical))
Aricept (Donepezil)
Armour Thyroid (Desiccated Thyroid Extract)
Asacol (Mesalamine)
Asmanex, Twisthaler (Mometasone)
Astelin (Azelastine)
Atacand (Candesartan Cilexetil)
Ativan (Lorazepam)
Augmentin (Amoxicillin/Clavulanate)
Avalide (Irbesartan/Hydrochlorothiazide)
Avapro (Irbesartan)
Avelox (Moxifloxacin)
Avodart (Dutasteride)
Bactrim, Septra
(Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole)
Bactroban (Mupirocin)
Bactroban (Mupirocin)
Beconase AQ (Beclomethasone)
Benicar (Olmesartan)
Benicar (Olmesartan)
BenzaClin (Clindamycin/Benzoyl Peroxide)
Benzaclin (Clindamycin/Benzoyl Peroxide)
Boniva (Ibandronate)
BuSpar (Buspirone)
Byetta (Exenatide)
Bystolic (Nebivolol)
Caduet (Amlodipine/Atorvastatin)
Catapres-TTS (Clonidine)
Celebrex (Celecoxib)
Celexa (Citalopram)
Cheratussin AC (Codeine/Guaifenesin)
Cialis (Tadalafil)
Cipro (Ciprofloxacin)
Ciprodex (Ciprofloxacin/Dexamethasone)
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Ciprodex (Ciprofloxacin/Dexamethasone)
Cleocin (Clindamycin)
Combivent (Ipratropium/Albuterol)
Concerta (Methylphenidate)
Coreg (Carvedilol)
Cosopt (Dorzolamide/Timolol)
Coumadin (Warfarin)
Cozaar (Losartan)
Crestor (Rosuvastatin)
Cymbalta (Duloxetine)
Deltasone (Prednisone)
Depakote ER (Divalproex Sodium)
Desyrel (Trazodone)
Detrol LA (Tolterodine)
DiaBeta, Micronase (Glyburide)
Differin (Adapalene)
Diflucan (Fluconazole)
Dilantin (Phenytoin)
Diovan (Valsartan)
Diovan HCT (Valsartan/Hydrochlorothiazide)
Dyazide, Maxzide
(Triamterene/Hydrochlorothiazide)
Dyazide, Maxzide
(Triamterene/Hydrochlorothiazide)
Effexor (Venlafaxine)
Elavil (Amitriptyline)
Enablex (darifenacin)
Evista (Raloxifene)
Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine)
Flonase (Fluticasone)
Flovent HFA (Fluticasone)
Floxmax (Tasulosin)
Focalin XR (Dexmethylphenidate)
Fosamax (Alendronate)
Fosamax Plus D (Alendronate w/ Vitamin D)
Geodon (Ziprasidone)
Gianvi (Drospirenone/Ethinyl Estradiol)
Glucophage (Metformin)
Glucotrol (Glipizide)
GlycoLax (Polyethylene Glycol 3350)
Humalog (Insulin Lispro)
Humulin (Insulin NPH)
Hyzaar (Losartan/Hydrochlorothiazide)
Imitrex (Sumatriptan)
Januvia (Sitagliptin)
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Kariva (Desogestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol)
Keflex (Cephalexin)
Keppra (Levetiracetam)
Klonopin (Clonazepam)
Lamictal (Lamotrigine)
Lanoxin (Digoxin)
Lantus (Insulin Glargine)
Lasix (Furosemide)
Lasix (Furosemide)
Lescol XL (Fluvastatin)
Levaquin (Levofloxacin)
Levitra (Vardenafil)
Lexapro (Escitalopram)
Lidoderm (Lidocaine)
Lipitor (Atorvastatin)
Loestrin Fe24 (Norethindrone/Ethinyl
Estradiol)
Lopressor (Metoprolol Succinate)
Lovaza (Omega-3-Acid Ethyl Esters)
Lovenox (Enoxaparin)
Lumigan, Latisse (Bimatoprost)
Lunesta (Eszopiclone)
Lyrica (Pregabalin)
Medrol, Solumedrol (Methylprednisolone)
Mevacor (Lovastatin)
Micardis (Telmisartan)
Micardis HCT
(Telmisartan/Hydrochlorothiazide)
Microzide, Esidrex (Hydrochlorothiazide)
Microzide, Esidrix (Hydrochlorothiazide)
Mirapex (Pramipexole)
Mobic (Meloxicam)
Motrin (Ibuprofen)
Namenda (Memantine)
Naprosyn (Naproxen)
Nasacort AQ (Triamcinolone)
Nasonex (Mometasone Furoate)
Neurontin (Gabapentin)
Nexium (Esomeprazole)
Niaspan (Niacin)
Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate)
Novolog (Insulin Aspart)
NuvaRing (Etonogestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol)
Omnicef (Cefdinir)
Ortho-Tri-Cyclen Lo (Ethinyl
Estradiol/Norgestimate)
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Oxycontin (Oxycodone)
Patanol (Olopatadine)
Paxil (Paroxetine)
Penicillin VK (Penicillin)
Pepcid (Famotidine)
Phenergan (Promethazine)
Plavix (Clopidogrel)
Pravachol (Pravastatin)
Premarin (Conjugated Estrogens)
Prevacid (Lansoprazole)
Prilosec (Omeprazole)
Proair, Proventil, Ventolin HFA (Albuterol)
Prometrium (Progesterone)
Propecia (Finasteride)
Protonix (Pantoprazole)
Provigil (Modafinil)
Prozac (Fluoxetine)
Pulmicort Respules (Budesonide)
Relpax (Eletriptan)
Requip (Ropinirole)
Restasis (Cyclosporine)
Rhinocort AQ (Budesonide)
Risperdal (Risperidone)
Seroquel (Quetiapine Fumarate)
Singulair (Montelukast)
Skelaxin (Metaxalone)
Soma (Carisoprodol)
Spiriva Handihaler (Tiotropium)
Strattera (Atomoxetine)
Sular (Nisoldipine)
Symbicort (Budesonide/Formoterol)
Synthroid (Levothyroxine Sodium)
Tenormin (Atenolol)
Tessalon Perles (Benzonatate)
Topamax (Topiramate)
Toprol XL (Metoprolol Succinate)
Travatan (Travoprost)
Tri-Sprintec (Norgestimate/Ethinyl Estradiol)
Tricor (Fenofibrate)
Triesence, Trivaris (Triamcinolone)
Trileptal (Oxcarbazepine)
TriNessa (Norgestimate/Ethinyl Estradiol)
Tussionex (Chlorpheniramine/Hydrocodone)
Tylenol #2 (Acetaminophen/Codeine)
Ultram (Tramadol)
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Uroxatral (Alfuzosin)
Vagifem (Estradiol)
Valium (Diazepam)
Vasotec (Enalapril)
Vesicare (Solifenacin)
Viagra (Sildenafil)
Vibramycin (Doxycycline Hyclate)
Vicodin (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen)
Vigamox (Moxifloxacin)
Vigamox (Moxifloxacin)
Vytorin (Ezetimibe/Simvastatin)
Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine)
Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion)
Xalatan (Latanoprost)
Xanax (Alprazolam)
Xopenex HFA (Levalbuterol)
Zantac (Ranitidine)
Zestoretic (Lisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide)
Zestril, Prinivil (Lisinopril)
Zetia (Ezetimibe)
Zithromax (Azithromycin)
Zocor (Simvastatin)
Zoloft (Sertraline)
Zyloprim (Allopurinol)
Zyprexa (Olanzapine)
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Abilify
(Aripiprazole)
AR-i-PIP-ra-zole
Classification: Antipsychotic
IFU: Schizophrenia/ Bipolar
Disorder
Action: Unknown
Dosage: 5 mg ; 10 mg ; 15 mg ; 20
mg ; 30 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: nausea,
vomiting, constipation,
headache, dizziness, akathisia,
anxiety, insomnia, restlessness
Interactions: Propoxyphene: May
increase side effects such as
dizziness, drowsiness, confusion,
and difficulty concentrating.
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AcipHex
(Rabeprazole)
ra-BEP-ra-zole
Classification: PPI (Proton-Pump
Inhibitor)
IFU: GERD (Gastroesophageal
reflux disease aka Acid Reflux)
Action: Blocks proton pump
activity by inhibiting gastric
hydrogen-potassium adenosine
triphosphatase at secretory
surface of gastric parietal cells,
thereby blocking gastric acid
secretion.
Dosage: 20 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: headache
Interactions: Cyclosporine: May
inhibit cyclosporine metabolism.
Use together cautiously.
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ActoPlus Met
(Pioglitazone/
Metformin)
PYE-oh-GLI-ta-zone/
met-FOR-min
Classification: Biguanide/
Thiazolidinedione
IFU: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Action: Combines two
antihyperglycemic agents with
different mechanisms of action to
improve glycemic control in
patients with type 2 diabetes:
pioglitazone hydrochloride, a
member of the thiazolidinedione
class, and metformin
hydrochloride, a member of the
biguanide class. Thiazolidinediones
are insulin-sensitizing agents that
act primarily by enhancing
peripheral glucose utilization,
whereas biguanides act primarily by
decreasing endogenous hepatic
glucose production.
Dosage: 500 mg-15 mg ; 850 mg-15 mg ;
1000 mg-30 mg ; 1000 mg-15 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: upper respiratory
tract infection, edema, diarrhea,
headache, weight gain
Interactions: Ketoconazole: May
increase the blood levels and
effects of pioglitazone
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Actos
(Pioglitazone)
PYE-oh-GLI-ta-zone
Classification:
Thiazolidinedione
IFU: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Action: Lowers blood glucose
levels by decreasing insulin
resistance. Improves sensitivity of
insulin in muscle and adipose
tissue.
Dosage: 15 mg, 30 mg, 45 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: headache,
edema, sinusitis, anemia,
hypoglycemia with combination
therapy, myalgia, upper
respiratory tract infection,
tooth disorder
Interactions: Ketoconazole: May
inhibit pioglitazone metabolism.
Monitor patient’s blood glucose
levels more frequently.
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Adderall XR
(Dextroamphetamine
/Amphetamine)
DEX-troe-am-FET-a-meen/
am-FET-a-meen
Classification: CNS Stimulant
IFU: ADHD
Action: Unknown
Dosage: 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: restlessness,
tachycardia, dry mouth,
impotence, weight loss, urticaria,
increased libido
Interactions: Acetazolamide,
antacids, sodium bicarbonate:
Increased renal reabsorption.
Watch for enhanced effect.
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Advair Diskus
(Fluticasone/
Salmeterol)
floo-TIK-a-sone/
sal-MEE-ter-ol
Classification: Beta-2 Agonist/
Corticosteroid
IFU: Asthma, COPD
Action: Unknown
Dosage: 100 mcg-50 mcg ; 250
mcg-50 mcg ; 500 mcg-50 mcg
Route: Nasal
Adverse Reaction:
nasopharyngitis, upper
respiratory tract infection,
nasal congestion, back pain,
sinusitis, dizziness, nausea,
pneumonia, candidiasis,
dysphonia
Interactions: None significant
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Aggrenox
(Aspirin/
Dipyridamole)
AS-pir-in/DYE-pir-ID-a-mo
le
Classification: Antiplatelet
IFU: Thrombotic Stroke
Prevention
Action: Unknown
Dosage: 25 mg, 50 mg, 75 mg, 10 mg/2
ml
Route: P.O., I.V.
Adverse Reaction: headache,
flushing, nausea, rash
Interactions: Heparin: May
increase risk of bleeding.
Monitor patient closely.
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Alphagan P
(Brimonidine
Tartrate)
bri-MOE-ni-DEEN
TAR-trate
Classification: Alpha-Agonist
IFU: Glaucoma
Action: A selective
alpha-adrenergic agonist that
reduces aqueous humor
production and increases
uveoscleral outflow.
Dosage: 1 drop
Route: Ophthalmic
Adverse Reaction: anxiety,
hypertension, abnormal
vision,nausea, muscle pain,
pruritus, allergic reactions
Interactions: Nebivolol: May
increase the risk of the side
effects.
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Altace
(Ramipril)
RAM-i-pril
Classification: ACE Inhibitor
IFU: Hpertension
Action: Unknown
Dosage: 1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: headache,
heart failure, epistaxis, nausea,
impotence, decreased
hemoglobin, elevated liver
enzyme, hyperglycemia,
arthralgia,
dyspnea,hypersensitivity
Interactions: Diuretics: Excessive
hypotension, especially at start
of therapy. Discontinue diuretic
at least 3 days before therapy
begins, increase sodium intake, or
reduce starting dose of ramipril.
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Ambien
(Zolpidem)
zole-PI-dem
Classification:
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid
Agonist
IFU: Insomnia
Action: Although drug interacts
with one of three identified
gamma-aminobutyric
acid-benzodiazepine receptor
complexes, it isn’t a
benzodiazepine. It exhibits
hypnotic activity but no muscle
relaxant or anticonvulsant
properties.
Dosage: 5 mg, 10 mg
Route: P.O
Adverse Reaction: daytime
drowsiness, palpitations, sinusitis,
nausea, myalgia, rash, back or
chest pain
Interactions: CNS depressants:
Excessive CNS depression. Use
together cautiously.
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Amoxil
(Amoxicillin)
am-OX-i-sil-in
Classification: Penicillin
Antibiotic
IFU: Bacterial Infection
Action: An aminopenicillin that
inhibits cell-wall synthesis
during bacterial multiplication.
Bacteria resist amoxicillin by
producing
penicillinases--enzymes that
hydrolyze amoxicillin.
Dosage: 20 mg, 30 mg, 45 mg, 125
mg, 250 mg, 500 mg, 875 mg
Route: P.O
Adverse Reaction: lethargy,
nausea, interstitial nephritis,
anemia, hypersensitivity
Interactions: Allopurinol:
Increased risk of rash. Monitor
patient.
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AndroGel
(Testosterone
(Topical))
tes-TOS-ter-one
TOP-i-kal
Classification: Androgen
IFU: Hypogonadism
Action: A hydroalcoholic
formulation that dries quickly
when applied to the skin surface.
The skin serves as a reservoir for
the sustained release of
testosterone into the systemic
circulation…
Dosage: 1 %, 1.62 %
Route: Transdermal
Adverse Reaction: edema, acne,
site pain, injection site erythema,
cough, dyspnea
Interactions: Coumadin: May
cause you to bleed more easily.
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Aricept
(Donepezil)
doe-NEP-e-zil
Classification: Cholinesterase
Inhibitor
IFU: Alzheimer’s Disease
Action: Inhibits the enzyme
acetylcholinesterase in the CNS,
increasing the level of
acetylcholine. Drug may
temporarily improve cognitive
function in patients with
Alzheimer;s disease.
Dosage: 5 mg, 10 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: headache,
chest pain, cataract, nausea,
urinary frequency, ecchymosis,
weight loss, muscle
cramps,dyspnea, pruritus,
influenza
Interactions: Anticholinergics:
Drug may interfere with
anticholinergic activity.
Monitor patient.
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Armour
Thyroid
(Desiccated
Thyroid
Extract)
DES-i-kay-ted THYE-roid
Classification: Thyroid
IFU: Hypothyroidism
Action: Not clearly defined.
Stimulates metabolism of all
body tissues by accelerating the
rate of cellular oxidation.
Dosage: 15 mg, 30 mg, 60 mg, 65 mg,
90 mg, 120 mg, 130 mg, 180 mg, 240
mg, 300 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: nervousness,
tachycardia, diarrhea,
menstrual irregularities, weight
loss, accelerated rate of bone
maturation in infants and
children, allergic skin reactions,
heat intolerance
Interactions: Cholestyramine:
Impaired thyroid absorption.
Separate dose by 4 to 5 hours.
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Asacol
(Mesalamine)
me-SAL-a-meen
Classification: Inflammatory
Bowel Disease
IFU: Ulcerative Colitis
Action: Unknown
Dosage: 250 mg, 400 mg, 500 mg, 4
g/60 ml
Route: P.O., P.R.
Adverse Reaction: headache,
abdominal pain, chest pain,
increased BUN, elevated AST,
arthralgia, wheezing, itching
Interactions: Lactulose: May
impair release of delayed or
extended-release products.
Monitor patient closely.
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Asmanex,
Twisthaler
(Mometasone)
moe-MET-a-sone
Classification: Corticosteroid
IFU: Asthma
Action: Potent, locally acting
anti-inflammatory and immune
modifier.
Dosage: 110 mcg, 220 mcg, 440 mcg
Route: Inhalation
Adverse Reaction: Body aches or
pain, cold or flu-like symptoms,
congestion, cough, dryness or
soreness of the throat
Interactions: Ketoconazole: May
increase levels.
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Astelin
(Azelastine)
AY-ze-LAS-teen
Classification: Histamine-1 (H1)
Inhibitor
IFU: Respiratory Allergies
Action: Selectively antagonizes
H1 and inhibits release of
histamine and other mediators
from cells (such as mast
cells)involved in allergic
response. Based on in vitro
studies using human cell lines,
inhibition of other mediators
involved in allergic reactions
(such as leukotrienes and
platelet-aggregating factor)
has also been demonstrated.
Decreased Chemotaxis and
activation of eosinophils has
also been demonstrated.
Dosage: 137-mcg spray
Route: Nasal
Adverse Reaction: dizziness,
transient eye burning or
stinging, nausea, weight increase
Interactions: CNS depressants:
additional decreased alertness
and impairment of CNS
performance
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Atacand
(Candesartan
Cilexetil)
KAN-de-SAR-tan
sye-LEX-e-til
Classification: ARB
IFU: Hypertension
Action: Inhibits vasoconstrictive
action of angiotensins II by
blocking angiotensin II receptor
on the surface of vascular
smooth muscle and other tissue
cells.
Dosage: 4 mg, 8 mg, 16 mg, 32 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: dizziness,
chest pain, pharyngitis,
abdominal pain, albuminuria,
arthralgia, coughing
Interactions: POtassium-sparing
diuretics, potassium supplements:
Risk of hyperkalemia. Monitor
patient closely.
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Ativan
(Lorazepam)
lor-A-ze-pam
Classification: Benzodiazepine
IFU: Anxiety
Action: Unknown.
Dosage: 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, 4 mg
Route: P.O., I.V., I.M.
Adverse Reaction: drowsiness,
hypotension, visual disturbances,
abdominal discomfort, elevated
liver function test results
Interactions: CNS depressants:
Increased CNS depression. Avoid
concomitant use.
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Augmentin
(Amoxicillin/
Clavulanate)
am-OKS-i-sil-in/
KLAV-yoola-nate
Classification: Penicillin
Combination Antibiotic
IFU: Bacterial Infection
Action: An aminopenicillin that
prevents bacterial cell-wall
synthesis during replication.
Clavulanic acid increases
amoxicillin effectiveness by
inactivating beta lactamases,
which destroy amoxicillin.
Dosage: 20 mg, 30 mg, 45 mg, 125 mg,
250 mg, 500 mg, 875 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: agitation,
nausea, vaginitis, anemia,
hypersensitivity
Interactions: Allopurinol:
Increased risk of rash. Monitor
patient.
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Avalide
(Irbesartan/
Hydrochlorothiazide)
ir-be-SAR-tan/
HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a-zide
Classification: ARB/Diuretic
IFU: Hypertension
Action: Combines the actions of
irbesartan, an angiotensin II AT1
receptor blocker (ARB), and that
of a thiazide diuretic,
hydrochlorothiazide.
Dosage: 12.5 mg- 150 mg, 12.5 mg -300
mg, 300-25 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: headache,
dizziness, fatigue,
musculoskeletal pain.
Interactions: Quinapril: May
increase the risk of side effects
such as low blood pressure,
kidney function impairment, and
a condition called hyperkalemia
(high blood potassium).
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Avapro
(Irbesartan)
ir-be-SAR-tan
Classification: ARB
IFU: Hypertension
Action: Produces
antihypertensive effect by
competitive antagonist activity
at the angiotensin II receptor.
Dosage: 75 mg, 150 mg, 300 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: fatigue, chest
pain, pharyngitis, diarrhea,
urinary tract infection,
musculoskeletal trauma or pain,
upper respiratory tract
infection, rash
Interactions: None significant
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Avelox
(Moxifloxacin
)
moxi-FLOX-a-sin
Classification: Quinolone
Antibiotic
IFU: Bacterial Infection
Action: Interferes with action of
enzymes necessary for bacterial
replication. Inhibits
topoisomerases I (DNA gyrase)
and IV, thereby impairing
processes of bacterial DNA
replication, transcription,
repair, and recombination.
Dosage: 400 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: dizziness, taste
perversion, abnormal liver
function test results
Interactions: Antacids
didanosine, metal cations (such
as aluminum, iron, magnesium,
zinc), multivitamins, sucralfate:
Metal cations chelate with
moxifloxacin, resulting in
decreased absorption and lower
serum levels. Administer drug at
least 4 hours before or 8 hours
after containing metal cations.
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Avodart
(Dutasteride)
doo-TAS-ter-ide
Classification: 5 Alpha Reductase
Inhibitor
IFU: BPH (Benign Prostatic
Hyperplasia)
Action: Inhibits the conversion
of testosterone to
dihydrotestosterone (DHT)
Dosage: 0.5 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: Chest pain or
discomfort, dilated neck veins,
extreme fatigue, irregular
breathing, irregular heartbeat,
shortness of breath, swelling of
the face, fingers, feet, or lower
legs, weight gain, wheezing
Interactions: Ciprofloxacin: May
increase the blood levels of
dutasteride.
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Bactrim,
Septra
(Trimethoprim/
Sulfamethoxazole)
try-METH-oh-prim/
SUL-fa-meth-OX-a-zole
Classification: Sulfa Antibiotic
IFU: Bacterial Infection
Action: Sulfamethoxazole
inhibits formation of
dihydrofolic acid from PABA;
trimethoprim inhibits
dihydrofolate reductase
formation. Both decrease
bacterial folic acid synthesis;
bactericidal.
Dosage: 40 mg, 80 mg, 160 mg, 200
mg, 400 mg, 800 mg, 5 ml-30 ml
Route: P.O., I.V.
Adverse Reaction: headache,
thrombophlebitis, nausea,
hematuria, megaloblastic anemia,
jaundice, arthralgia, pulmonary
infiltrates, photosensitivity,
hypersensitivity
Interactions: Cyclosporine: MAy
decrease cyclosporine levels and
increase nephrotoxicity risk.
Avoid concomitant use.
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Bactroban
(Mupirocin)
mue-PIR-oh-sin
Classification: Topical
Antibacterial
IFU: Skin infection
Action: Unknown
Dosage: 2 %
Route: Topical, intranasal
Adverse Reaction: headache,
rhinitis, taste perversion, upper
respiratory tract congestion,
burning
Interactions: None significant
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Beconase AQ
(Beclomethasone)
be-kloe-METH-a-sone
Classification: Corticosteroid
IFU: Allergic Rhinitis
Action: A corticosteroid that
decreases nasal inflammation,
mainly by stabilizing leukocyte
lysosomal membranes.
Dosage: 42 mcg, 50 mcg, 84 mcg
Route: Nasal
Adverse Reaction: headache, mild
transient nasal burning and
stinging
Interactions: None significant
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Benicar
(Olmesartan)
OL-me-SAR-tan
Classification: ARB
IFU: Hypertension
Action: Blocks the
vasoconstrictor effects of
angiotensin II by selectively
blocking the binding of
angiotensin II to the AT1
receptor in vascular smooth
muscle.
Dosage: 5 mg ; 20 mg ; 40 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: Blood in the
urine, body aches or pain
Interactions: Enalapril: May
increase the risk of side effects
such as low blood pressure,
kidney function impairment, and
a condition called hyperkalemia
(high blood potassium).
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Benicar HCT
(Olmesartan/
Hydrochlorothiazide)
OL-me-SAR-tan/
HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a
-zide
Classification: ARB/Diuretic
IFU: Hypertension
Action: Blocks the
vasoconstrictor effects of
angiotensin II by selectively
blocking the binding of
angiotensin II to the AT1
receptor in vascular smooth
muscle.
Dosage: 20/12.5 mg, 40/12.5 mg, 40/25
mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: Bladder pain,
bloating or swelling of the face,
arms, hands, lower legs, or feet,
bloody or cloudy urine, blurred
vision, chest pain, flushed, dry
skin, increased hunger
Interactions: Ziprasidone: May
increase the risk of an irregular
heart rhythm that may be
serious.
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BenzaClin
(Clindamycin/
Benzoyl
Peroxide)
KLIN-da-MYE-sin/
BEN-zoe-il per-OX-ide
Classification: Topical
Antibiotic
IFU: Acne
Action: It contributes a
nonspecific bactericidal
mechanism (the formation of
reactive oxygen species) to the
combination therapy and
thereby suppresses the emergence
of drug resistance organisms.
Dosage: 1 %, 5 %
Route: Topical
Adverse Reaction: dry skin, severe
skin redness, burning, itching or
tingly feeling, skin peeling,
irritation, stinging.
Interactions: Succinylcholine:
May have additive effects
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Boniva
(Ibandronate)
EYE-ban-DROE-nate
Classification: Bisphosphonate
IFU: Osteoporosis
Action: Inhibits resorption of
bone by inhibiting osteoclast
activity.
Dosage: 2.5 mg ; 150 mg ; 3 mg/3 mL
Route: P.O., I.V.
Adverse Reaction: Bladder pain,
bloody or cloudy urine
chest pain, cough producing
mucus, difficult, burning, or
painful urination, difficulty
with breathing, fever or chills,
frequent urge to urinate
Interactions: NSAIDs including
aspirin: May increase risk of
gastric irritation.
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BuSpar
(Buspirone)
byoo-SPYE-rone
Classification:
Neurotransmitter
Agonist/Antagonist
IFU: Anxiety
Action: Unknown
Dosage: 5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: dizziness,
tachycardia, blurred vision, dry
mouth
Interactions: CNS depression:
Increase CNS depression. Avoid
concomitant use.
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Byetta
(Exenatide)
ex-EN-a-tide
Classification: GLP-1 receptor
agonist
IFU: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Action: Enhances
glucose-dependent insulin
secretion by the pancreatic beta
cells, suppresses inappropriately
elevated glucagon secretion,
and slows gastric emptying.
Dosage: 5 mcg/0.02 mL, 2 mg, 10
mcg/0.04 mL
Route: Subcutaneous
Adverse Reaction: dizziness,
nausea, hypoglycemia, excessive
sweating, decreased appetite
Interactions: Anti-infectives,
hormonal contraceptives:
Possible slowing of GI transit
time.
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