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Top 200 Drug Book<br />

Alan Rendon<br />

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Drug List 1:<br />

Amoxil​ (Amoxicillin)<br />

Pronunciation: am OX i sil on<br />

Classification: Penicillin Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: Its bactericidal action against susceptible bacteria during the stage of active<br />

multiplication. It acts through the inhibition of cell wall biosynthesis that leads to the death of<br />

bacteria.<br />

Dosage: 500 mg for adults and 30 mg/kg/day for infants<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Skin rash, hives, swelling of the face, lips or tongue, and breathing problems.<br />

Interactions: Albuterol, Ambien, Ativan, and Cipro.<br />

Avelox ​(Moxifloxacin)<br />

Pronunciation: moxi FLOX a sin<br />

Classification: Quinolone Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: Is used to treat different types of bacterial infections of the skin, sinuses, lungs, or the<br />

stomach. It is also used to treat and prevent a plague.<br />

Dosage: 400 mg for injections and tablets<br />

Route: Oral and Injections<br />

Adverse Reaction: Rash, diarrhea, dizziness, and vomiting<br />

Interactions: Lipitor, Nexium, Spiriva, and Lasix<br />

Cipro​ (Ciprofloxacin)<br />

Pronunciation: SIP roe FLOX a sin<br />

Classification: Quinolone Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: The inhibition of the enzymes in this medication help with DNA replication,<br />

transcription, repair, and recombination.<br />

Dosage: Tablets 500mg, 750mg, 250mg<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Severe dizziness, fainting, pain, and bruising.<br />

Interactions: Xanax, tylenol, Benadryl, and Nexium.<br />

Cleocin ​(Clindamycin )<br />

Pronunciation: KLIN da MYE sin<br />

Classification: Lincomycin Antibiotic


IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: It inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the ribosome.<br />

Dosage: Adults serious infections 150 to 300 mg even more severe 300 to 450 mg and for<br />

children 8 to 16 mg/kg/day.<br />

Route: Oral and intramuscular or intravenous<br />

Adverse Reaction: Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.<br />

Interactions: Zyrtec, Xanax, Omeprazole, and Sofran<br />

Keflex​ (Cephalexin)<br />

Pronunciation: sef a LEX in<br />

Classification: Cephalosporin Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: They stop or slow the growth of bacterial cell by preventing bacteria from forming the<br />

cell wall that surrounds each cell.<br />

Dosage: Usual dose for oral is 250 mg every 6 hours but a dose of 500 mg every day could be<br />

administer.<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and upset stomach<br />

Interactions: Albuterol, ibuprofen, lisinopril, and metformin.<br />

Levaquin​ (Levofloxacin)<br />

Pronunciation: LEE voe FLOX a sin<br />

Classification: Quinolone Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: It involves inhibition of bacterial topoisomerase IV and DNA gyrase enzymes that<br />

require DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination.<br />

Dosage: Tablets or oral solution is 250mg, 500mg, 750mg every 24 hours.<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Vomiting, headache, and dizziness.<br />

Interactions: Albuterol, lasix, lisinopril, and metformin.<br />

Omnicef​ (Cefdinir)<br />

Pronunciation: SEF dih neer<br />

Classification: Cephalosporin Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: Cefdinir results from inhibition of cell wall synthesis.<br />

Dosage: 300 mg q12h or 600 mg q24h 0r 300 mg q12h.<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Mild itching, skin rash, stomach pain, and indigestion.


Interactions: Benadryl, levaquin, ibuprofen, cymbalta, and augmentin.<br />

Penicillin VK​ (Penicillin)<br />

Pronunciation: PEN i SIL in<br />

Classification: Penicillin Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: It exerts a bactericidal action against penicillin sensitive microorganism during the stage<br />

of active multiplication. It acts through the inhibition of biosynthesis of cell wall mucopeptide.<br />

Dosage: Oral solution 500 mg PO q12hr or 250 mg PO q6hr for 10 days<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Upset stomach, diarrhea, and a black hairy tongue.<br />

Interactions: Lasix, flexeril, flagyl, cipro, and ambien.<br />

Vibramycin​ (Doxycycline Hyclate)<br />

Pronunciation: DOX i SYE kleen HYE klate<br />

Classification: Tetracycline<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.<br />

Dosage: The usual oral dose is 200 mg on the first day and then 100mg every 12 hours.<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Stomach upset, diarrhea, skin rash, and discharge.<br />

Interactions: Ambien, augmentin, cipro, coumadin, and lantus.<br />

Vigamox​ (Moxifloxacin)<br />

Pronunciation: MOX i FLOX a sin<br />

Classification: Quinolone Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Conjunctivitis<br />

Action: A antibiotic that kills sensitive bacteria by stopping the production of essential proteins<br />

needed by the bacteria to survive.<br />

Dosage: 1 year or older: Instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) 3 times a day.<br />

Route: Ophthalmic<br />

Adverse Reaction: Blurred vision, watery eyes, and dryness.<br />

Interactions: Floxin, cipro, maxaquin, levaquin, and zymar.<br />

Altace​ (Ramipril)<br />

Pronunciation: RAM i pril<br />

Classification: ACE Inhibitor<br />

Drug List 2:


IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: By inhibiting the enzymes, the ACE inhibitor relaxes the muscles around the small<br />

arteries.<br />

Dosage: 2.5mg twice a day or 5 mg per day. A patient who becomes hypotensive may have the<br />

dose of 1.25mg twice daily.<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Coughing, tired feeling, headache, spinning sensation, and nausea.<br />

Interactions: Angioedema, hemodialysis, hyperkalemia, and renal dysfunction.<br />

Augmentin ​(Amoxicillin/clavulanate)<br />

Pronunciation: am OKS i sil in KLAV yoo la nate<br />

Classification: Penicillin Combination Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: Amoxicillin fight bacteria through the body.<br />

Dosage: Adult dose is 500mg tablets every 12 hours, 250 mg tablet every 8 hours, 875 mg tablet<br />

every 12 hours, and 500 mg tablet every 8 hours.<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Fever, confusion, weakness, bruising, and bleeding.<br />

Interactions: Albuterol, amlodipine, amoxicillin, doxycycline, and lisinopril.<br />

Bactrim, Septra ​(Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole)<br />

Pronunciation: trye METH oh prim and SUL fa meth OX a zole<br />

Classification: Sulfa Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine,<br />

respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of<br />

pneumonia<br />

Dosage: 400 mg-80 mg ; 800 mg-160 mg ; 200 mg-40 mg/5 mL ; 80 mg-16 mg/mL<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Skin rash, joint pain, trouble breathing, and fever.<br />

Interactions: Acetaminophen, albuterol, amoxicillin, and Ativan<br />

Bactroban​ (Mupirocin)<br />

Pronunciation: myoo PEER oh sin<br />

Classification: Topical Antibacterial<br />

IFU: Skin Infection<br />

Action: Bactroban (mupirocin) is an antibiotic that prevents bacteria from growing on your skin.<br />

Dosages: Apply a small amount of BACTROBAN ointment, with a cotton swab or gauze pad, to<br />

the affected area 3 times daily for up to 10 days.<br />

Route: Topical


Adverse reaction: nosebleed, severe burning, stinging<br />

Interactions: Unknown<br />

BenzaClin​ (Clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide)<br />

Pronunciation: BEN zoyl per OX ide and clin da MYE sin<br />

Classification: Topical Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Acne<br />

Action: Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect that allows<br />

excess oil and dirt to be washed away. Clindamycin is an antibiotic that prevents bacteria from<br />

growing on the skin.<br />

Dosage: BenzaClin Topical Gel should be applied twice daily, morning and evening, or as<br />

directed by a physician, to affected areas after the skin is gently washed, rinsed with warm water<br />

and patted dry.<br />

Route: Topical<br />

Adverse Reaction: diarrhea, burning<br />

Interactions: Albuterol, lexapro, lexapro<br />

Ciprodex​ (Ciprofloxacin/dexamethasone)<br />

Pronunciation: SIP roe FLOX a sin and DEX a METH a sone OH tik<br />

Classification: Quinolone/Corticosteroid<br />

IFU: Bacterial External Ear Infection<br />

Action: Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic that treats infections caused by bacteria, Dexamethasone is<br />

a steroid that reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.<br />

Dosage: Four drops which is 0.14 mL<br />

Route: Otic<br />

Adverse Reaction: ear drainage or discharge<br />

Interactions: N/A<br />

Diflucan​ (Fluconazole)<br />

Pronunciation: floo KOE na zole<br />

Classification: Antifungal<br />

IFU: Fungal Infection<br />

Action: a highly selective inhibitor of fungal cytochrome P450 dependent enzyme lanosterol 14-<br />

α-demethylase. This enzyme functions to convert lanosterol to ergosterol.<br />

Dosage: The recommended dosage is 150 mg as a single oral dose.<br />

Route: Oral and intravenous<br />

Adverse Reaction: Pain, rash, severe blistering<br />

Interactions: Aspirin, benadryl, ibuprofen, and metformin.


Vasotec​ (Enalapril)<br />

Pronunciation: e NAL a pril<br />

Classification: ACE Inhibitor<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Vasotec (enalapril) is an ​ACE inhibitor​. ACE stands for angiotensin converting enzyme.<br />

Dosage: 2.5 mg, 5mg, 40mg<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: itching, severe dizziness<br />

Interactions: Aspirin, coreg, plavix, norvasc<br />

Zestril, Prinivil​ (Lisinopril)<br />

Pronunciation: lyse IN oh pril<br />

Classification: ACE Inhibitor<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Zestril is used to treat ​high blood pressure​ (hypertension) in adults and children who are<br />

at least 6 years old.<br />

Dosage: 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: headache, nausea, vomiting.<br />

Interactions: Norvasc, xanax, coreg<br />

Zithromax​ (Azithromycin)<br />

Pronunciation: a ZITH roe MYE sin<br />

Classification: Macrolide Antibiotic<br />

IFU: Bacterial Infection<br />

Action: Zithromax (azithromycin) is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.<br />

Dosage: tablets contain azithromycin dihydrate equivalent to 600 mg azithromycin<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: stomach pain, fainting, itching, and diarrhea.<br />

Interactions: Metformin, omeprazole, albuterol, and ambien<br />

Drug List 3 and 4 (A-Z)<br />

Atacand ​(Candesartan Cilexetil)<br />

Pronunciation: KAN-de-SAR-tan<br />

Classification: ARB<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Candesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and<br />

improves blood flow.<br />

Dosage: 4mg, 8 mg, 16mg, and 32 mg tablets


Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Ear congestion or pain, head congestion, runny or stuffy nose, and sneezing.<br />

Interactions: Crestor, Cymbalta, Lasix, Norvasc, and Synthroid.<br />

Avalide ​(Irbesartan/Hydrochlorothiazide)<br />

Pronunciation: ir-be-SAR-tan/HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a-zide<br />

Classification:ARB/Diuretic<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Irbesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and<br />

improves blood flow. Hydrochlorothiazide helps prevent your body from absorbing too much<br />

salt.<br />

Dosage: 150mg/12.5mg, 300mg/12.5mg and 300mg/25mg tablets<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Abdominal or stomach pain, bloody or cloudy urine, chest pain and<br />

confusion.<br />

Interactions: Celebrex, Lexapro, Lyrica, Nexium, and Plavix.<br />

Avapro ​(Irbesartan)<br />

Pronunciation: ir-be-SAR-tan<br />

Classification: ARB<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Irbesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and<br />

improves blood flow.<br />

Dosage: 75mg, 150mg, and 300mg tablets<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Chills, cold sweats, confusion, dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness.<br />

Interactions: Aspirin, Fish oil, Lipitor, Metformin, and Metoprolol.<br />

Benicar ​(Olmesartan)<br />

Pronunciation: ol-me-SAR-tan<br />

Classification: ARB<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Olmesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and<br />

improves blood flow.<br />

Dosage: 5mg, 20mg, and 40mg tablets<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Back pain, dry mouth, diarrhea, flushed or dry skin and loss of appetite.<br />

Interactions: Aspirin, Fish oils, Cymbalta, Omeprazole, and Tramadol


Benicar HCT ​(Olmesartan/Hydrochlorothiazide)<br />

Pronunciation: ol-me-SAR-tan/HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a-zide<br />

Classification: ARB/Diuretic<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Olmesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and<br />

improves blood flow. Hydrochlorothiazide helps prevent your body from absorbing too much<br />

salt.<br />

Dosage: 20mg/12.5mg, 40mg/12.5mg, and 40mg/25mg tablets<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Back pain, body aches or pain, chills, cough, and difficulty with breathing.<br />

Interactions: Gabapentin, Metoprolol Succinate ER, Omeprazole, Tramadol and Vitamin D3.<br />

Bystolic ​(Nebivolol)<br />

Pronunciation: ne-BIV-oh-lol<br />

Classification: Beta-blocker<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Lowers blood pressure which may lower risk of a stroke or heart attack.<br />

Dosage: 2.5mg, 5mg, 10mg, and 20mg tablets<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Mild headache, bloating or swelling of the face, arm, hands, lower legs or<br />

feet.<br />

Interactions: Amlodipine, Atorvastatin, Furosemide, Losartan, and Prednisone.<br />

Catapres-TTS ​(Clonidine)<br />

Pronunciation: KLOE-ni-deen<br />

Classification: Alpha-Agonist<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood.<br />

Dosage: 0.1mg, 0.2mg and 0.3mg tablets<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Constipation, darkening of the skin, decreased sexual ability, dry, itching<br />

eyes.<br />

Interactions: Ativan, Coreg, Klonopin, Lantus, and Norco.<br />

Coreg ​(Carvedilol)<br />

Pronunciation: KAR-ve-dil-ole<br />

Classification: Beta-blocker<br />

IFU: Hypertension


Action: Treats heart failure and hypertension, it is also used after a heart attack that has caused<br />

your heart not to pump as well.<br />

Dosage: 3.125 mg, 6.25mg, 12.5mg, and 25mg tablets. 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg capsules<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Allergy, chest pain, discomfort, tightness, or heaviness, dizziness and<br />

fainting.<br />

Interactions: Coumadin, Digoxin, Simvastatin, Spironolactone, and Xanax.<br />

Cozaar ​(Losartan)<br />

Pronunciation: loe-SAR-tan<br />

Classification: ARB<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Losartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and<br />

improves blood flow.<br />

Dosage: 25mg, 50mg, and 100mg tablets<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Abdominal or stomach pain, anxiety, bladder pain and bloody or cloudy<br />

urine.<br />

Interactions: Amlodipine, Atenolol, Furosemide, Metformin, and Norvasc.<br />

Diovan ​(Valsartan)<br />

Pronunciation: val-SAR-tan<br />

Classification: ARB<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Valsartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and<br />

improves blood flow.<br />

Dosage: 40mg, 80mg, 160mg, 320mg tablets<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Cold or flu-like symptoms, difficulty with swallowing, and sore throat.<br />

Interactions: Crestor, Cymbalta, Omeprazole, Singulair, and Vitamin B12.<br />

Dyazide, Maxzide ​(Triamterene/Hydrochlorothiazide)<br />

Pronunciation: trye-AM-ter-een/HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a-zide<br />

Classification: K-Sparing/Thiazide Diuretic<br />

IFU: Hypertension/Edema<br />

Action: Triamterene prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium<br />

levels from getting too low. Hydrochlorothiazide also prevents too much absorption of salt.<br />

Dosage: 37.5mg/25mg and 50mg/25mg capsules. 75mg/50mg tablets<br />

Route: Oral


Adverse Reaction: Mild nausea, diarrhea, constipation, dizziness and headaches.<br />

Interactions: Nexium, Norvasc, Synthroid, Tramadol and Zocor.<br />

Lanoxin ​(Digoxin)<br />

Pronunciation: di-JOX-in<br />

Classification: Cardiac Glycoside<br />

IFU: Arrhythmia/Myocardial Infarction<br />

Action: Helps make the heart beat stronger and with a more regular rhythm.<br />

Dosage: 50mcg (0.05mg), 100mcg (0.1mg), and 200mcg (0.2mg) capsules<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Dizziness, fainting, fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse.<br />

Interactions: Lisinopril, Spironolactone, Tylenol, Warfarin and Zocor.<br />

Lasix ​(Furosemide)<br />

Pronunciation: fur-OH-se-mide<br />

Classification: Loop Diuretic<br />

IFU: Hypertension/Edema<br />

Action: Prevents your body from absorbing too much salt, this allows the salt to instead be<br />

passed in your urine.<br />

Dosage: 20mg, 40mg, 80mg, 10mg/10ml, 40mg/5ml, 100mg/100ml-0.9%.<br />

Route: Oral tablet, injectable solution, oral liquid, oral solution, compounding powder and<br />

intravenous solution.<br />

Adverse Reaction: Chest pain, chills, cough or hoarseness, fever, and general feeling tiredness.<br />

Interactions: Albuterol, Coreg, Coumadin, Multivitamin, and Prednisone.<br />

Lopressor ​(Metoprolol Tartrate)<br />

Pronunciation: MET-oh-PROE-lol TAR-trate<br />

Classification: Beta-blocker<br />

IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Slows down the heartbeat, helping the heart beat more regularly, and reducing the<br />

amount of work the heart has to do.<br />

Dosage: 50mg tablet<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Blurred vision, chest pain or discomfort, confusion, dizziness and faintness.<br />

Interactions: Neurontin, Prednisone, Tylenol, Xanax, and Zocor.<br />

Micardis ​(Telmisartan)<br />

Pronunciation: TEL-mi-SAR-tan<br />

Classification: ARB


IFU: Hypertension<br />

Action: Telmisartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and<br />

improves blood flow.<br />

Dosage: 20mg, 40mg, 80mg tablets<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Body aches or pain, cough, difficulty breathing, dizziness, and ear congestion.<br />

Interactions: Crestor, Cymbalta, Gabapentin, Omeprazole, and Singulair.<br />

Drug List 5:<br />

Caduet ​(amlodipine / atorvastatin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​am LOE di peen and a TOR va sta tin<br />

Classification: CCB / HMG -CoA reductase<br />

IFU: hypertension / hyperlipidemia<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tablet 2.5mg, 10mg<br />

Action: reduces levels of bad cholesterol and triglycerides, increases good level of cholesterol,<br />

and relaxes blood vessels<br />

Adverse Reaction: dizziness, edema, palpitations<br />

Interactions: increase blood pressure with ibuprofen and naproxen, increase risk for muscle and<br />

liver problems when combined with products that contain lovastatin<br />

Crestor ​(rosuvastatin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​roe-SOO-va-STAT-in<br />

Classification: HMG - CoA reductase inhibitor<br />

IFU: hyperlipidemia<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tablets 5,g, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg<br />

Action: lowers high cholesterol and triglycerides, slow atherosclerosis<br />

Adverse Reaction: body aches, congestion, cough, dry or sore throat, headache, hoarseness<br />

Interactions: increased side effects with anticoagulants,<br />

Diovan HCT ​(valsartan / hydrochlorothiazide)<br />

Pronunciation: ​val-SAR-tan/HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a-zide<br />

Classification: ARB / diuretic<br />

IFU: hypertension<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tablets 12.5mg/80mg; 12.5mg/160mg; 25mg/160mg; 12.5mg/320mg; 25mg/320mg


Action: lowers high blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels<br />

Adverse Reaction: sore throat, cough, headache<br />

Interactions: ACE inhibitors, benazepril.lisinopril, birth control pills containing drospirenone<br />

increase level of potassium in the blood<br />

Hyzaar ​(losartan / hydrochlorothiazide)<br />

Pronunciation: ​loe-SAR-tan/HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a-zide<br />

Classification: ARB / diuretic<br />

IFU: hypertension<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tablets 50mg /12.5mg; 100mg/25mg;<br />

Action: lowers high blood pressure<br />

Adverse Reaction: dizziness, lightheadedness, dehydration<br />

Interactions: increase potassium in the blood with drugs containing aliskiren, dofetilide, lithium<br />

such as ACE inhibitors, benazepril.lisinopril, birth control pills containing drospirenone<br />

Lescol XL ​(fluvastatin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​FLOO va sta tin<br />

Classification: HMG - CoA reductase inhibitor<br />

IFU: hyperlipidemia<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: capsule, tablet, extended release; 20mg, 40mg, 80mg<br />

Action: lower bad cholesterol<br />

Adverse Reaction: chills, diarrhea, fever, general feeling of discomfort or illness, joint pain, loss<br />

of appetite, muscle aches and pain, nausea, runny nose, shivering, sore throat, sweating, trouble<br />

sleeping, vomiting, unusual tiredness or weakness<br />

Interactions: drugs containing lovastatin increase the risk of serious muscle and liver problems<br />

Lipitor ​(atorvastatin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​a TOR va sta tin<br />

Classification: HMG - CoA reductase inhibitor<br />

IFU: hyperlipidemia<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tablets; 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg<br />

Action: lowers bad cholesterol and triglycerides<br />

Adverse Reaction: headaches, hoarseness, lower back or side pain, pain or tenderness around the<br />

eyes and cheekbones, painful urination, stuffy or runny nose<br />

Interactions: gemfibrozil, telaprevir, tipranavir, ritonavir, and antifungals will remove<br />

atorvastatin from body


Mevacor ​(lovastatin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​LOE va sta tin<br />

Classification: HMG - CoA reductase inhibitor<br />

IFU: hyperlipidemia<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tab 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg<br />

Action: lowers high cholesterol<br />

Adverse Reaction: bladder pain, cough, diarrhea, dizziness<br />

Interactions: blood thinners, azole antifungals, macrolide antibiotics may affect the removal of<br />

lovastatin from your body<br />

Micardis HCT​ (telmisartan / hydrochlorothiazide)<br />

Pronunciation: ​hye droe klor oh THYE a zide and TEL mi SAR tan<br />

Classification: ARB / diuretic<br />

IFU: hypertension<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: 40mg/12.5mg, 80mg/12.5mg; 160mg/25mg<br />

Action: lowers high blood pressure<br />

Adverse Reaction: dizziness, lightheadedness, tiredness, diarrhea<br />

Interactions: ​aliskiren​, ​dofetilide​, ​lithium​, drugs that may increase the level of ​potassium​ in the<br />

blood​ (such as ​ACE inhibitors​ including ​benazepril​/​lisinopril​, ​birth control pills​ containing<br />

drospirenone), ​ramipril​.<br />

Pravachol ​(pravastatin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​PRAV a STAT in<br />

Classification: HMG - CoA reductase inhibitor<br />

IFU: hyperlipidemia<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tab 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80 mg<br />

Action: reduce bad levels of cholesterol<br />

Adverse Reaction: difficulty with moving, muscle or bone pain, muscle stiffness, pain in the<br />

joints, pain, stomach pain<br />

Interactions: drugs containing lovastatin increase the risk of serious muscle and liver problems<br />

Zestoretic ​(lisinopril / hydrochlorothiazide)<br />

Pronunciation: ​HYE droe KLOR oh THYE a zide and lye SIN oh pril<br />

Classification: ARB / diuretic<br />

IFU: hypertension


Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tab 10mg/12.5mg; 20mg/12.5mg<br />

Action: lowers high blood pressure<br />

Adverse Reaction: dizziness, lightheadedness, tiredness, headache, dry cough, fainting, signs of<br />

kidney problems<br />

Interactions: ​aliskiren​, ​dofetilide​, certain drugs that weaken the ​immune system​/increase the risk<br />

of infection (such as everolimus, ​sirolimus​), ​lithium​, drugs that may increase the level of<br />

potassium​ in the ​blood​ (such as ARBs including ​losartan​/​valsartan​, ​birth control pills​ containing<br />

drospirenone), sacubitril.<br />

Drug List 6:<br />

Zocor ​(simvastatin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​SIM va sta tin<br />

Classification: HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor<br />

IFU: hyperlipidemia<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tab 5mg, 20mg, 40 mg, 80 mg<br />

Action: reduces bad high cholesterol and triglycerides<br />

Adverse Reaction: dizziness, fainting, fast or irregular heartbeat<br />

Interactions: blood thinners affect the removal of simvastatin which may affect how it works<br />

Lovaza​ (omega-3-acid ethyl esters)<br />

Pronunciation:​ oh MEG a three AS id ETH il ES ters<br />

Classification: Esterified fish oil<br />

IFU: hypertriglyceridemia<br />

Action: lowers very high triglycerides levels<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: cap 2g, 4g<br />

Adverse Reaction: change in taste, diarrhea, fever, bloating, nausea, vomiting, muscle aches,<br />

headache, pressure in stomach<br />

Interactions: beta-blockers, estrogen, diuretics can increase the level of triglycerides<br />

Niaspan​ (niacin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​NYE a sin<br />

Classification: nicotinic acid<br />

IFU: hyperlipidemia<br />

Action: lowers levels of bad cholesterol<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: 500mg, 750 mg, 1000mg,


Adverse reaction: flushing of the face, diarrhea, headaches, itching, sweating, chills,<br />

Interactions: blood thinners affect action of this drug; may also interfere with laboratory test such<br />

as ​urine or ​blood catecholamines​, copper-based urine glucose tests<br />

Zetia ​(ezetimibe)<br />

Pronunciation: ​ez ET i mibe<br />

Classification: Cholesterol absorption inhibitor<br />

IFU: Hyperlipidemia<br />

Action: reduces amount of cholesterol absorbed in the body<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tab 10 mg<br />

Adverse Reaction: fever, headache, muscle pain, runny nose, sore throat<br />

Interactions: do not combine with ​Cholestyramine​ (Questran), ​Colestipol​ (Colestid),<br />

Colesevelam (​Welchol​). combining warfarin (​Coumadin​) and Zetia because it may increase your<br />

risk of bleeding<br />

Tricor​ (fenofibrate)<br />

Pronunciation:​ ​FEN oh FYE brate<br />

Classification: fibrate<br />

IFU: hyperlipidemia<br />

Action: reduces bad cholesterol and triglycerides<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tab 45mg, 160mg<br />

Adverse Reaction: runny nose, sneezing, stuffy nose<br />

Interactions: do not use with fenofibric acid<br />

Vytorin ​(ezetimibe/simvastatin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​e-ZET-i-mibe/SIM-va-STAT-in<br />

Classification: HMG-CoA / Cholesterol absorption inhibitor<br />

IFU: Hypertriglyceridemia<br />

Action: treat high cholesterol<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tab 10mg/10mg, 10mg/20mg, 10mg/40mg, 10mg/80mg<br />

Adverse Reaction: body aches, pain, cough, diarrhea<br />

Interactions: do not take antifungal drugs, HIV protease inhibitors, ​Hepatitis C virus​ protease<br />

inhibitors<br />

Aggrenox ​(aspirin/dipyridamole)<br />

Pronunciation: ​AS pi rin / dye peer ID a mole


Classification: antiplatelet<br />

IFU: Thrombotic Stroke Prevention<br />

Action: ​reducing substances in the body that cause pain, fever, and inflammation. Dipyridamole<br />

keeps platelets in your blood from sticking together to form clots. Aggrenox is used to reduce the<br />

risk of ​stroke​ in people who have had blood clots or a "mini-stroke"<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: cap 25mg/200mg<br />

Adverse Reaction: abdominal or stomach pain, vomiting, acid or sour stomach, belching,<br />

diarrhea, difficulty with moving<br />

Interactions: ​corticosteroids, ​mifepristone​, ​ginkgo biloba​, other drugs that can cause<br />

bleeding/bruising including antiplatelet drugs<br />

Plavix ​(clopidogrel)<br />

Pronunciation: ​kloe PID oh grel<br />

Classification: antiplatelet<br />

IFU: Thrombotic Stroke Prevention<br />

Action: prevents heart attacks and strokes with people<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tab 75mg, 300mg<br />

Adverse Reaction: chest pain, collection of blood under skin, deep dark purple bruises, itching,<br />

pain, redness<br />

Interactions: may interact with tipranavir<br />

Coumadin ​(warfarin)<br />

Pronunciation:​ ​WAR far in<br />

Classification: Vitamin K antagonist<br />

IFU: anticoagulation<br />

Action: blood thinner<br />

Route: P.O.<br />

Dosage: tab 1mg, 2mg, 2.5mg, 3mg, 4mg, 5mg, 6mg, 7.5mg, 10mg<br />

Adverse Reaction: nausea, loss of appetite, stomach or abdominal pain,<br />

Interactions: may react with medications ​applied to the ​skin​ or inside the ​vagina​ or rectum<br />

Lovenox ​(enoxaparin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​ee nox AP a rin<br />

Classification: Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin<br />

IFU: DVT (Deep Venous Thrombosis) Prophylaxis<br />

Action: prevents formation of blood clots<br />

Route: I.V.


Dosage: prefilled syringes- 30mg/0.3mL, 40mg/0.4mL; graduated prefilled syringes- 60mg/0.6<br />

mL, 80mg/0.8mL, 100mg/1mL; multiple dose vial- 300mg/3mL<br />

Adverse Reaction: ​Bleeding gums, coughing up blood, difficulty with breathing or swallowing,<br />

Dizziness, Headache, increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding, Nosebleeds, paralysis<br />

Interaction: mifepristone may interact with this drug<br />

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Drug List 7:<br />

Actos​(Pioglitazone)<br />

Pronunciation: Pi-o-glit-a-zone<br />

Classification:​ ​Thiazolidinedione<br />

IFU:​ ​ Type 2 diabetes mellitus<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 15 mg to 45 mg<br />

Action: Is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood high sugar<br />

in patients with type 2 diabetes.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Chest pain, Decreased urine output, dilated neck veins, extreme fatigue,<br />

irregular breathing, irregular heartbeat, and shortness of breath.<br />

Interactions: Arava, aubagio, gatifloxacin, gemfibrozil, juxtapid, and kynamro,<br />

Byetta​(​Exenatide)<br />

Pronunciation: Ex-en-a-tide<br />

Classification:​ GLP-1 receptor agonist​<br />

IFU:​ Type 2 diabetes mellitus ​<br />

Route: by injection<br />

Dosage: 5mcg , 10mcg<br />

Action: Mimics the action of incretin which promotes endogenous insulin secretion and<br />

promotes other mechanisms of glucose-lowering<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Dizziness, headache, jitteriness, and weakness.<br />

Interactions: Bexarotene, gatifloxacin, targeting, and tequin.<br />

Diabeta, micronase​(Glyburide)<br />

Pronunciation: Gli-bur-id<br />

Classification:​ ​ Sulfonylurea<br />

IFU:​ Type 2 diabetes mellitus​ ​<br />

Route: Orally<br />

Dosage: 2.5 to 5 mg, 1.25 to 20 mg/day, 1.5 to 3 mg, 0.75 to 12mg/day, and 6 mg.<br />

Action: Increases insulin binding and sensitivity at receptor sites, stimulating insulin released<br />

from beta cells in pancreas and reducing blood glucose level.


Adverse​ ​Reaction: Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, and weakness.<br />

Interactions: Androgens, chloramphenicol, clofibrate, guanethidine, etc.<br />

Glucophage​(Metformin)<br />

Pronunciation: Met-for-min<br />

Classification:​ ​Biguanide<br />

IFU:​ ​Type 2 diabetes mellitus<br />

Route: Orally<br />

Dosage: 500 mg, and 1,000mg.<br />

Action: Increase insulin sensitivity by decreasing glucose production and absorption in liver and<br />

intestine and enhancing glucose uptake and utilization<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal bloating.<br />

Interactions: Amiloride, calcium channel blockers, digoxin, morphine, procainamide, etc.<br />

Glucotrol​(Glipizide)<br />

Pronunciation: Glip-i-zid<br />

Classification:​ ​Sulfonylurea<br />

IFU:​ ​ Type 2 diabetes mellitus<br />

Route: Orally<br />

Dosage: 5mg, 10mg.<br />

Action: Lowers blood glucose level by stimulating insulin release from pancreas, increasing<br />

insulin sensitivity at receptor sites, and decrease hepatic glucose production.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, and weakness.<br />

Interactions: Androgens, chloramphenicol, clofibrate, guanethidine, etc.<br />

HumaLog​(Insulin lispro)<br />

Pronunciation: lis-pro<br />

Classification:​ ​insulin​<br />

IFU:​ ​ Type 1 diabetes mellitus<br />

Route: by injection<br />

Dosage: 75% insulin lispro protamine suspension/25% insulin lispro injection subcut.<br />

Action: lower blood glucose by stimulating glucose uptake in skeletal muscle and fat, and<br />

inhibiting hepatic glucose production.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: hypoglycemia, lipodystrophy, pruritus, erythema, swelling.<br />

Interactions: beta blockers, clonidine, and reserpine.<br />

HumuLin​(Insulin NPH)<br />

Pronunciation: neutral protamine hagedorn<br />

Classification:​ ​insulin


IFU:​ ​Type 1 diabetes mellitus<br />

Route: By injection<br />

Dosage: U-100<br />

Action: lowers blood glucose by stimulating peripheral glucose uptake by skeletal muscle and<br />

fat, and by inhibiting hepatic glucose production.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Itching, skin rash, wheezing, trouble breathing, fast heart rate, and sweating.<br />

Interactions: Gatifloxacin, tequin, and tequin teqpaq.<br />

Januvia​(Sitagliptin)<br />

Pronunciation: Sit-a-glip-tin<br />

Classification:​ DPP-4 inhibitor​<br />

IFU:​ ​Type 2 diabetes mellitus<br />

Route: Orally<br />

Dosage: 25 mg, 50 mg, and 100 mg.<br />

Action:​ Inhibits the enzyme dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4), which slows the inactivation of<br />

incretin hormones, resulting in increased levels of active incretin hormones.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Headache, pancreatitis, nausea, diarrhea, etc.<br />

Interactions:​ Insulin, glyburide, glipizide, and glimepiride.<br />

Lantus​(Insulin Glargine)<br />

Pronunciation: Glar-gen<br />

Classification:​ insulin​ ​<br />

IFU:​ ​Type 1 diabetes mellitus<br />

Route: By injection<br />

Dosage: 100 units/ml<br />

Action: ​Promotes glucose transport, which stimulates carbohydrate metabolism in skeletal and<br />

cardiac muscle and adipose tissue.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction​: urticaria, rash, pruritus, redness, stinging, or warmth at injection site.<br />

Interactions: ​Acetazolamide, albuterol, antiretrovirals, asparaginase, calcitonin, etc.<br />

NovoLog​(Insulin aspart)<br />

Pronunciation: in-su-lin as-spart<br />

Classification:​ ​ insulin<br />

IFU: ​Type 1 diabetes mellitus​<br />

Route: By injection<br />

Dosage: 100 units/ml<br />

Action: Lowers blood glucose by stimulating glucose uptake in skeletal muscle and fat, and<br />

inhibiting hepatic glucose production.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: lipodystrophy, pruritus, erythema, swelling.


Interactions: ​Corticosteroids, thyroid supplements, estrogens, isoniazid, etc.<br />

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Drug List 8:B-G<br />

Actoplus met​(pioglitazone/metformin)<br />

Pronunciation:pye-ph-gli-ta-zone/met-for-min<br />

Classification: ​Biguanide/thiazolidinedione<br />

IFU:​ ​Type 2 diabetes mellitus<br />

Route: Orally<br />

Dosage:45 mg/2000 mg<br />

Action: To improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction:Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, stomach upset, diarrhea, etc.<br />

Interactions: Angiografin, arava, aubagio, cardiogrfin, cholografin meglumine, cholografin<br />

meglumine, etc.<br />

Alphagan P​(Brimonidine tartrate)<br />

Pronunciation:Alpha-Gan P<br />

Classification:​Alpha-agonist ​<br />

IFU:​Glaucoma ​<br />

Route:Drops<br />

Dosage: 1 ml, 10 ml<br />

Action: Treats facial redness caused by rosacea in its topical form.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Skin irritation, itching, hives, swelling in face, etc<br />

Interactions:albuterol, aspirin, lumigan, metformin, nexium, omeprazole, etc.<br />

Armour thyroid​(desiccated thyroid extract)<br />

Pronunciation: Ar-mour thy-roid<br />

Classification:​ ​Thyroid<br />

IFU:​ ​ Hypothyroidism.<br />

Route: Orally<br />

Dosage: 15 mg, 30 mg 60 mg, 90 mg, 120 mg, 180 mg, 240 mg, 300 mg.<br />

Action: Regulates cell growth and differentiation and increases metabolic rate of body tissues:<br />

effects mediated at cellular level.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: insomnia, tremors, headache, palpitation, angina pectoris, hypertension, etc.<br />

Interactions: Anticoagulants, catecholamines, sympathomimetics.<br />

Cosopt​(Dorzolamide tartrate)<br />

Pronunciation: Dor-zo-lam-ide tart-trate<br />

Classification: Beta-blocker/carbonic anhydrase inhibitor​ ​<br />

IFU:​ ​Glaucoma


Route: Subcutaneou<br />

Dosage: 100 units/ml in 10 ml, 3 mls<br />

Action: Lowers blood glucose<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Hypoglycemia, lipodystrophy, pruritus, erythema, and swelling.<br />

Interactions: Corticosteroids, thyroid supplements, estrogens, isoniazid, niacin, phenothiazines,<br />

etc.<br />

Lumigan latisse​(Bimatoprost)<br />

Pronunciation: Bim-a-toprost<br />

Classification:​ ​Prostaglandin analogue<br />

IFU:​ ​Glaucoma<br />

Route: Drops<br />

Dosage: 0.01%, 0.03%<br />

Action: reduces pressure inside the eye in its eye drops form.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, etc.<br />

Interactions: Bimatoprost topical, latanoprost ophthalmic, latisse, xalatan, etc.<br />

Patanol​(Olopatadine)<br />

Pronunciation: o-lo-pat-ah-den<br />

Classification:​ Allergy​<br />

IFU:​ ​Allergic conjunctivitis<br />

Route: Drops<br />

Dosage:1 mg in 1 ml<br />

Action: Relieve and control the symptoms of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Headache, blurred vision, burning/stinging/redness/dryness/irritation/itching<br />

of the eye.<br />

Interactions: Ethanol<br />

Restasis​(cyclosporine)<br />

Pronunciation: so-klo-spor-in<br />

Classification:​ calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressant​<br />

IFU:​ ​ocular inflammation<br />

Route: Drops<br />

Dosage: 30 vials 0.4 ml each, 60 vials 0.4 ml each.<br />

Action:increases tear production that has been reduced by inflammation in the eye.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: conjunctival hyperemia, discharge, epiphora, eye pain, etc.<br />

Interactions:bosentan, boceprevir, telaprevir,st. John's wort, rifabutin, etc.<br />

Synthroid​(levothyroxine sodium)


Pronunciation:le-vo-thy-rox-ine sodium<br />

Classification:​ ​thyroid<br />

IFU:​ ​hypothyroidism<br />

Route: by injection or orally<br />

Dosa​ge: 25 mcg, 50 mcg, 75 mcg, 88 mcg, 100 mcg, 112 mcg, 125 mcg<br />

Action​: replaces endogenous thyroxine and increasing thyroid hormone levels.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Chest pain or discomfort, decrease urine output, difficulty breathing, etc.<br />

Interactions: acarbose, benzphetamine, canagliflozin, dopamine, etc.<br />

Travatan​(travoprost)<br />

Pronunciation:Tra-vo-pr-st<br />

Classification:​ ​ prostaglandin analogue<br />

IFU:​ ​glaucoma<br />

Route:Drops<br />

Dosage: 0.04 mg/ml<br />

Action​: replaces endogenous thyroxine, increasing thyroid hormone levels.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: blood in urine, chest pain, cough producing mucus, headache, etc.<br />

Interactions: bimatoprost topical, latisse, macular edema, uveitis, etc.<br />

Xalatan​(latanoprost)<br />

Pronunciation:la-tan-o-prost<br />

Classification:​ ​prostaglandin analogue<br />

IFU:​ ​glaucoma<br />

Route: drops<br />

Dosage: 50 mcg/ml<br />

Action:​ reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular<br />

hypertension.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: eyelid crusting, redness, swelling, discomfort, or pain.<br />

Interactions: Bimatoprost ophthalmic, latisse, lumigan, bimatoprost topical, etc.<br />

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Drug List 9:<br />

AcipHex ​(RABEprazole)<br />

Pronunciation: ​ ​ra·bep·ra·zole<br />

Classification: ​PPI (Proton-Pump Inhibitor) ​<br />

IFU:​ GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease aka Acid Reflux)<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: ​20 mg ; 5 mg ; 10 mg<br />

Action: ​Decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.


Adverse​ ​Reaction: Bad, unusual, or unpleasant (after) taste,<br />

change in taste, & ​c​ough or hoarseness<br />

Interactions: atazanavir, clopidogrel, dasatinib, & erlotinib<br />

Ciprodex ​(ciprofloxacin/ dexamethasone)<br />

Pronunciation: ​cip·ro·flox·a·cin / ​ ​dexa·meth·a·sone<br />

Classification: Quinolone/ corticosteroid<br />

IFU:​ Bacterial external ear infection<br />

Route: ​Suspension (Otic: Ear drops)<br />

Dosage: ​0.3%-0.1%<br />

Action: Cough, difficulty with swallowing,dizziness, & fast heartbeat<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: ​an antibiotic that treats infections caused by bacteria. Dexamethasone is a<br />

steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.<br />

Interactions: Un-known<br />

NexIUM ​(esomeprazole)<br />

Pronunciation: ​es·omep·ra·zole<br />

Classification:​ PPI (Proton-Pump Inhibitor)<br />

IFU: GERD (​Gastroesophageal reflux disease aka Acid Reflux)<br />

Route: Oral & Intravenous powder<br />

Dosage: 20 mg ; 40 mg ; 10 mg ; 2.5 mg ; 5 mg ; 24.65 mg ; 49.3 mg<br />

Action: Short-term treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in patients with<br />

irritation and swelling of the esophagus when medicine cannot be taken by mouth.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: ​Bad, unusual, or unpleasant (after) taste & change in taste<br />

Interactions: sofosbuvir / velpatasvir, rilpivirine, pazopanib, & nelfinavir<br />

PepcidGastro ​(famotidine)<br />

Pronunciation:​ ​fa·mo·ti·dine<br />

Classification: H2 Blocker<br />

IFU:​ GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease aka Acid Reflux)<br />

Route: ​oral powder for suspension, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral tablet disintegrating<br />

Dosage: ​20 mg ; 40 mg ; 20 mg/50 mL ; 40 mg/5 mL ; 10 mg/mL ; 10 mg ; 20 mg/10 mL-NaCl<br />

0.9% ; 20 mg/5 mL-NaCl 0.9%<br />

Action: ​decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces. Treat and prevent ulcers in the<br />

stomach and intestines.


Adverse​ ​Reaction: Difficulty having a bowel movement (stool), Abdominal or stomach<br />

discomfort, & blemishes on the skin<br />

Interactions: ​dasatinib, atazanavir, pazopanib & tizanidine<br />

Prevacid ​(lansoprazole)<br />

Pronunciation: ​lan·so·praz·ole<br />

Classification:​ ​PPI (Proton-Pump Inhibitor)<br />

IFU:​ GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease aka Acid Reflux)<br />

Route:​ oral capsule delayed release, oral packet, oral powder for suspension, oral tablet<br />

disintegrating delayed release<br />

Dosage: ​15 mg ; 30 mg ; 3 mg/mL<br />

Action: ​decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Diarrhea & skin rash or itching<br />

Interactions: ​atazanavir, citalopram, dasatinib & erlotinib<br />

PriLOSEC ​(omeprazole)<br />

Pronunciation: ​omep·ra·zole<br />

Classification:​ PPI (Proton-Pump Inhibitor)<br />

IFU:​ GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease aka Acid Reflux)<br />

Route: oral capsule delayed release, oral packet, oral powder for suspension, oral tablet delayed<br />

release<br />

Dosage: 20 mg ; 10 mg ; 40 mg ; 2.5 mg ; 2 mg/mL<br />

Action: decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Drowsiness fast, racing, or uneven heartbeat, mood or mental changes<br />

Interactions: atazanavir, cilostazol, & pazopanib<br />

Protonix ​(pantoprazole)<br />

Pronunciation: pan·to·pra·zole<br />

Classification:​ PPI (Proton- Pump Inhibitor) ​<br />

IFU:​ GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease aka Acid Reflux)<br />

Route: oral packet, oral tablet, oral tablet enteric coated<br />

Dosage: 40 mg ; 20 mg<br />

Action: decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Abdominal pain, increased hunger, & troubled breathing<br />

Interactions:atazanavir​,​ dasatinib, & erlotinib<br />

Triesence, Trivaris ​(triamcinolone)<br />

Pronunciation: tri·am·cin·o·lone<br />

Classification:​ Corticosteroid ​


IFU:​ Ocular inflammation ​<br />

Route: injection suspension<br />

Dosage: acetonide 40 mg/mL ; 10 mg/mL ; 3 mg/mL ; 75 mcg/inh ; 100 mcg/inh ; 4 mg ;<br />

diacetate 40 mg/mL ; 25 mg/mL ; 5 mg/mL ; 20 mg/mL ; 1 mg ; 2 mg ; 8 mg ; acetonide ;<br />

diacetate<br />

Action: Prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Aggression, agitation, & anxiety<br />

Interactions: adalimumab, bcg, & cinoxacin<br />

Vigamox ​(moxifloxacin)<br />

Pronunciation: MOX- i -FLOX- a- sin<br />

Classification:​ Quinolone antibiotic<br />

IFU:​ Bacterial conjunctivitis ​<br />

Route: oral tablet & intravenous solution<br />

Dosage: 400 mg ; 400 mg/250 mL<br />

Action: Treating infections caused by certain bacteria<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, muscle weakness, & eye pain<br />

Interactions: abarelix, bcg, & Caprelsa<br />

Zantac ​(raNITIdine)<br />

Pronunciation: ra·nit·i·dine<br />

Classification:​ H2 Blocker​<br />

IFU:​ GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease aka Acid Reflux)<br />

Route: oral solution, oral tablets and tablets for, oral tablets effervescent for solution, parenteral<br />

injection, parenteral injection for iv infusion only<br />

Dosage: 150 mg ; 300 mg ; 75 mg ; 15 mg/mL ; 25 mg/mL ; 1 mg/mL ; 25 mg<br />

Action: reducing the amount of acid your stomach produces.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Oral or parenteral therapy: Headache, sometimes severe.<br />

IM therapy: Transient pain at injection site.<br />

IV therapy: Transient local burning or itching.<br />

Interactions: atazanavir, dasatinib, & loperamide<br />

Drug List 10:<br />

Asacol ​(mesalamine)<br />

Pronunciation: me-SAL-a-meen


Classification:​ Inflammatory bowel disease​<br />

IFU:​ ​X<br />

Route: oral capsule delayed release, oral capsule extended release, oral tablet, oral tablet delayed<br />

release, oral tablet enteric coated<br />

Dosage: 250 mg ; 400 mg ; 4 g/60 mL ; 500 mg ; 800 mg ; 1.2 g ; 1000 mg ; 0.375 g<br />

Action: treating and causing remission of various forms of mild to moderate ulcerative colitis<br />

(inflammation of the colon).<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Abdominal or stomach pain (severe), bloody diarrhea & rectal bleeding<br />

Interactions: adefovir, cidofovir​,​ & deferasirox<br />

Boniva ​(ibandronate)<br />

Pronunciation: iban·dro·nate<br />

Classification: Bisphosphonate ​ ​<br />

IFU:​ X<br />

Route: oral tablet & intravenous solution<br />

Dosage: 2.5 mg ; 150 mg ; 3 mg/3 mL<br />

Action: Treating osteoporosis (weak bones) in women who are past menopause.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Bladder pain, bloody/cloudy urine, & chest pain<br />

Interactions: botulism immune globulin, cidofovir, & diatrizoate<br />

CeleBREX​ (celecoxib)<br />

Pronunciation: cel·e·cox·ib<br />

Classification:​ COX-2 Inhibitor​<br />

IFU:​ ​X<br />

Route: oral capsule<br />

Dosage: 50 mg ; 100 mg ; 200 mg ; 400 mg<br />

Action: Reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Cough, fever, & skin rash<br />

Interactions: adefovir, brexpiprazole, & cidofovir<br />

Deltasone ​(predniSONE)<br />

Pronunciation: pred·ni·sone<br />

Classification:​ Corticosteroid<br />

IFU:​ X​<br />

Route: oral solution, oral syrup, oral tablet, oral tablet delayed release<br />

Dosage: 2.5 mg ; 5 mg ; 20 mg ; 10 mg ; 50 mg ; 1 mg ; 5 mg/mL ; 5 mg/5 mL ; 2 mg<br />

Action: Prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It also suppresses<br />

the immune system.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Aggression, agitation, & blurred vision


Interactions: adalimumab, bcg, & cinoxacin<br />

Evista ​(raloxifene)<br />

Pronunciation: ral·ox·i·fene<br />

Classification:​ Selective estrogen receptor modulator ​<br />

IFU:​ X<br />

Route: oral tablet<br />

Dosage: 60 mg<br />

Action: Treating and preventing osteoporosis (bone thinning) in women who are past<br />

menopause.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Bloody/ cloudy urine, chest pain, & fever<br />

Interactions: bexarotene, lenalidomide, & pomalidomide<br />

Fosamax ​(alendronate)<br />

Pronunciation: alen·dro·nate<br />

Classification:​ Bisphosphonate​<br />

IFU:​ ​X<br />

Route: oral solution, oral tablet, oral tablet effervescent<br />

Dosage: 70 mg ; 35 mg ; 40 mg ; 5 mg ; 10 mg ; 70 mg/75 mL<br />

Action: Treating and preventing osteoporosis in certain patients.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Abdominal/ stomach pain, heartburn, & muscle pain<br />

Interactions: deferasirox, amikacin, & bevacizumab<br />

Fosamax plus D ​(alendronate w/ vitamin D)<br />

Pronunciation: alen·dro·nate<br />

Classification:​ Bisphosphonate/ Supplement​<br />

IFU:​ ​ X<br />

Route: oral tablet<br />

Dosage: 70 mg alendronate/5600 international units vitamin D3) once weekly<br />

Action: alters the cycle of bone formation and breakdown in the body. Alendronate slows bone<br />

loss while increasing bone mass, which may prevent bone fractures.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Chest pain, heartburn, & muscle/ bone pain<br />

Interactions: calcitriol, deferasirox​,​ & paricalcitol


GlycoLax ​(polyethylene glycol 3350)<br />

Pronunciation: poly·eth·yl·ene gly-col<br />

Classification:​ ​Osmotic Laxative<br />

IFU:​ ​X<br />

Route: powder packets for oral solution, powder for oral solution<br />

Dosage: 17 grams dissolved in 4 to 8 ounces of beverage<br />

Action: Treating occasional constipation<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Cramps, gas, & nausea<br />

Interactions: abarelix, bepridil, & citalopram<br />

Medrol, SOLU-Medrol ​(methylPREDNISolone)<br />

Pronunciation: meth·yl·pred·nis·o·lone<br />

Classification:​ ​Corticosteroid<br />

IFU:​ X<br />

Route: oral tablet, injection powder for solution, injection suspension<br />

Dosage: 500 mg preservative-free ; 1 g preservative-free ; 2 mg ; 8 mg ; 40 mg preservative-free<br />

; 125 mg preservative-free ; 125 mg ; 4 mg ; 16 mg ; 40 mg ; 24 mg ; 32 mg ; 20 mg/mL ; 40<br />

mg/mL ; 80 mg/mL ; 1 g ; 500 mg ; 2 g ; acetate<br />

Action: A steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: aggression, agitation, & blurred vision<br />

Interactions: amprenavir, bcg, & desirudin<br />

Phenergan ​(promethazine)<br />

Pronunciation: pro·meth·a·zine<br />

Classification:​ ​Antihistamine<br />

IFU:​ X<br />

Route: oral elixir, oral syrup, oral tablet, rectal suppository, & solution<br />

Dosage: 12.5 mg ; 25 mg ; 25 mg/mL ; 50 mg ; 25 mg/5 mL ; 50 mg/mL ; 6.25 mg/5 mL ; 25<br />

mg/25 mL-NaCl 0.9%<br />

Action: changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Promethazine also acts as an<br />

antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Abdominal/ stomach, nausea, & nightmares<br />

Interactions: anagrelide, bepridil, & iohexol<br />

Mobic ​(Meloxicam)<br />

Pronunciation: Meh-lau-sih-kahm<br />

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Classification:​ ​ NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)<br />

IFU:​ ​Osteoarthritis<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 7.5 mg or 15mg Once Daily<br />

Action: An analgesic, anti-inflammatory used to treat arthritis, reduce pain,swelling, and<br />

stiffness of the joints.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Hypertension, swelling of hands/feet, dark urine, stiff neck, unusual tiredness<br />

Interactions: Aliskiren, ACE Inhibitors, Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers, Cidofovir, Lithium,<br />

and Methotrexate<br />

Motrin ​(Ibuprofen)<br />

Pronunciation: ahy-byoo-proh-fen<br />

Classification:​ ​ NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)<br />

IFU:​ ​ Inflammation<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 1 Tablet every 4 to 6 hours<br />

Action: Relieves pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps,<br />

muscle aches, or arthritis. Reduces fever and relieves minor aches due to the common cold or flu.<br />

Blocks body’s production of substances that may cause inflammation.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Abdominal pain, Acid or Sour Stomach, Heartburn, Indigestion, Pale skin<br />

Interactions: Aliskiren, ACE Inhibitors, Cidofovir, Corticosteroids, Lithium<br />

Naprosyn ​(Naproxen)<br />

Pronunciation: na-PROX-en<br />

Classification:​ ​ NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)<br />

IFU:​ ​ Inflammation<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 125 mg/5 mL, 550 mg, 275 mg, 500 mg, 375 mg<br />

Action: Relieves pain from headaches, muscle aches, tendonitis, dental pain, and menstrual<br />

cramps. Blocks body’s production of substances that may cause inflammation.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Bloating, Blurred or Loss of Vision, Cloudy Urine, Pale Skin<br />

Interactions: Aliskiren, ACE Inhibitors, Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers, Cidofovir,<br />

Corticosteroids, Lithium<br />

Flexeril ​(Cyclobenzaprine)<br />

Pronunciation: Sye-Kloe-BEN-za-preen<br />

Classification:​ ​ Muscle Relaxant<br />

IFU:​ ​ Skeletal Muscle Relaxant


Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 10mg; 15mg; 30mg; 5mg; 7.5mg; 10mg<br />

Action: Works by blocking nerve impulse that are sent to your brain used to treat skeletal<br />

muscle conditions.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Unsteadiness, Fainting, Mental Depression, Ringing or buzzing in the ears,<br />

yellow eyes or skin<br />

Interactions: Cymbalta, Norco, Zoloft , Vicodin<br />

Skelaxin ​(Metaxalone)<br />

Pronunciation: me-TAX-a-lone<br />

Classification:​ ​ Muscle Relaxant<br />

IFU:​ ​ Musculoskeletal Pain<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 400mg / 800mg<br />

Action: Blocks nerve impulses in the brain used to treat muscle conditions such as pain or injury<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Abdominal or stomach pain, Back or leg pains, Black,tarry Stools, Bleeding<br />

Gums, Dark Urine, Cough<br />

Interactions: Ambien, Norco, Cymbalta, Lyrica, Zyrtec, Xanax, Lexapro<br />

Soma ​(Carisoprodol)<br />

Pronunciation: Kar-eye-soe-PROE-dole<br />

Classification:​ ​ Muscle Relaxant<br />

IFU:​ ​ Skeletal Muscle Relaxant<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 250 mg to 350 mg 3 times a day and at bedtime up to 2-3 weeks<br />

Action: Blocks pain sensations between the nerves and the brain<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Black, Tarry stools, Chest Pain, Chills, Cold Sweats, Confusion, Convulsions<br />

Interactions: Fentanyl Transdermal System, Morphine Sulfate ER, NOrco, OxyContin, Vicodin<br />

Oxycontin ​(Oxycodone)<br />

Pronunciation: Ox-i-KOE-done<br />

Classification:​ ​ Opioid<br />

IFU:​ ​Analgesic<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 5 mg/5mL, 20mg/mL, 5mg, 15mg, 30mg, 10mg, 20mg, 40mg, 80mg, 60mg, 9mg,<br />

13.5mg, 18mg, 27mg, 36mg, 160mg, 7.5mg<br />

Action: Treats moderate to severe pain around the clock<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Chills, Cold Sweats, Confusion, Difficult or Labored Breathing, Fever<br />

Interactions: Alprazolam, Ambien, Baclofen, Clonazepam, Tramadol, Xanax


Vicodin ​(Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen)<br />

Pronunciation: Hye-Droe-KOE-done & A-SEET-a-MIN-oh-fen<br />

Classification:​ ​ Opioid Combination<br />

IFU:​ ​ Analgesic<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: ​ 660 mg-10 mg ; 500 mg-5 mg ; 750 mg-7.5 mg ; 650 mg-10 mg ; 500 mg-2.5 mg ; 500<br />

mg-7.5 mg ; 650 mg-7.5 mg ; 300 mg-5 mg ; 300 mg-7.5 mg ; 300 mg-10 mg ; 300 mg-10 mg/15<br />

mL ; 500 mg-7.5 mg/15 mL ; 325 mg-7.5 mg/15 mL ; 167 mg-2.5 mg/5 mL ; 325 mg-10 mg/15<br />

mL ; 108 mg-2.5 mg/5 mL ; 217 mg-5 mg/10 mL ; 500 mg-10 mg ; 325 mg-5 mg ; 325 mg-7.5<br />

mg ; 325 mg-10 mg ; 750 mg-10 mg ; 325 mg-2.5 mg ; 500 mg-10 mg/15 mL ; 400 mg-10 mg ;<br />

400 mg-7.5 mg ; 400 mg-5 mg ; 250 mg-10 mg ; 500 mg-5 mg/15 mL<br />

Action: Narcotic pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone used to relieve moderate<br />

to severe pain.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Dizziness, Lightheadedness<br />

Interactions: Cymbalta, Lyrica, Xanax<br />

Tylenol #2 ​(Acetaminophen/Codeine)<br />

Pronunciation: a-SEET-a-MIN-o-fen & KOE-deen<br />

Classification:​ ​ Opioid Combination<br />

IFU:​ ​ Analgesic<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: ​325 mg-30 mg ; 325 mg-60 mg ; 120 mg-12 mg/5 mL ; 300 mg-15 mg ; 300 mg-30 mg<br />

; 300 mg-60 mg ; 650 mg-30 mg ; 650 mg-60 mg<br />

Action: Relieves moderate to severe pain and increases the effect of codeine through the less<br />

potent pain reliever.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Difficult or troubled breathing, irregular fast or slow breathing, pale or blue<br />

lips<br />

Interactions: Ambien, Flexeril, Norco, Tylenol<br />

Ultram ​(Tramadol)<br />

Pronunciation: Tram-a-Dol<br />

Classification:​ ​ Opioid<br />

IFU:​ ​Analgesic<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: Start at 25mg/day and increment by 25mg every 3 days until 100mg/day is reached<br />

Action: Treats moderate to severe pain for around the clock treatment.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Abdominal fullness, blisters under the skin, bloating, blood in urine,chills<br />

Interactions: Ambien, Cymbalta, Flexeril, Norco, Xanax, Zoloft


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Zyloprim ​(Allopurinol)<br />

Pronunciation: Al-oh-PURE-i-nole<br />

Classification:​ ​Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor<br />

IFU:​ ​ Gout<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 100 mg , taken up to 3 times a day<br />

Action: Reduces the production of uric acid in your body and treats gout or kidney stones<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Ankle, knee, or great toe joint pain, rash, joint stiffness or swelling<br />

Interactions: Coumadin, Lisinopril<br />

Ativan ​(Lorazepam)<br />

Pronunciation: Lor-a-ze-pam<br />

Classification:​ ​ Benzodiazepine<br />

IFU:​ ​ Anxiety<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 1mg, 2mg, 0.5mg, 4mg/mL, 2mg/mL, 1mg/mL<br />

Action: Affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with anxiety, treats<br />

anxiety disorders<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Drowsiness, Relaxed and Calm state, Sleepiness<br />

Interactions: Abilify, Ambien, Cymbalta, Lexapro, Lyrica, Norco, Seroquel, Zoloft<br />

Klonopin ​(Clonazepam)<br />

Pronunciation: Kloe-NAZ-e-pam<br />

Classification:​ ​Benzodiazepine<br />

IFU:​ ​ Anxiety<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 1.5mg/day with increments of 0.5mg to 1mg every 3 days until seizures are controlled<br />

Action: Affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced, and antiepileptic drug. Treats<br />

certain seizure disorders in adults and children.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Body aches, chills, cough, difficulty breathing, dizziness, fever, runny nose<br />

Interactions: Abilify, Ambien, Celexa, Flexeril, Lisinopril, Lyrica, Prozac, Trazodone, Zoloft<br />

Valium ​(Diazepam)<br />

Pronunciation: Dye-AZ-e-pam<br />

Classification:​ ​ Benzodiazepine


IFU:​ ​ Anxiety<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 2mg to 10mg 2 to 4 times daily<br />

Action: Affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with anxiety disorders,<br />

alcohol withdrawal symptoms, or muscle spasms.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Shakiness and unsteady walk, Unsteadiness, Trembling or other problems<br />

with muscle control or coordination<br />

Interactions: Ambien, Baclofen, Cymbalta, Flexeril, Lisinopril, Lyrica, Norco, Oxycodone,<br />

Tramadol, Trazodone, Omeprazole<br />

Xanax ​(Alprazolam)<br />

Pronunciation: Al-PRAY-zoe-lam<br />

Classification:​ ​ Benzodiazepine<br />

IFU:​ ​Anxiety<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 0.25mg maximum 4mg taken daily<br />

Action: Affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with anxiety.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Forgetful, Clumsiness, Lightheadedness, Irritability, Drowsiness, Slurred<br />

Speech, Shakiness and Unsteady Walk<br />

Interactions: Ambien, Cymbalta, Flexeril, Gabapentin, Norco, Oxycodone, Tramadol, Zoloft<br />

Buspar ​(Buspirone)<br />

Pronunciation: Byoo-SPYE-rone<br />

Classification:​ Neurotransmitter agonist / antagonist​<br />

IFU:​ ​Anxiety<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 15mg, 7.5mg twice a day<br />

Action: Affects chemicals in brain that may be unbalanced in people with anxiety, used to treat<br />

symptoms of anxiety.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Chest Pain, Confusion, Fast or Pounding Heartbeat, Fever, Incoordination<br />

Interactions: Cymbalta, Lexapro, Prozac, Tramadol, Trazodone, Zoloft<br />

Cymbalta ​(Duloxetine)<br />

Pronunciation: Du-LOX-e-teen<br />

Classification:​ ​SNRI (Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor)<br />

IFU:​ ​ Depression<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 20mg twice a day, or 30mg twice daily


Action: Selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor antidepressant that positively<br />

affects communication between nerve cells in the central nervous system.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Abdominal or Stomach Pain, Area Rash, Blindness, Blurred Vision, Chills,<br />

Cold Sweats, Confusion<br />

Interactions: Ambien, Flexeril, Gabapentin, Neurontin, Tramadol, Trazodone<br />

Effexor ​(Venlafaxine)<br />

Pronunciation: Ven-la-fax-een<br />

Classification:​ ​SNRI (Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor)<br />

IFU:​ ​ Depression<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 25mg tablets administered 2 to 3 times daily<br />

Action: Anti-depressant selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor that affects<br />

chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Hypertension, Lack or loss of strength, severe headache, sweating<br />

Interactions: Abilify, Ambien, Lyrica, Tramadol, Trazodone, Wellbutrin<br />

Paxil ​(Paroxetine)<br />

Pronunciation: pa-rox-a-teen<br />

Classification:​ ​SSRI (Selective-Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor)<br />

IFU:​ ​ Depression<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 10mg, administered twice a day<br />

Action: Affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression anxiety<br />

or other disorders.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Agitation, Chest Congestion, Chest pain, Chills, Cold Sweats, Confusion,<br />

Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness<br />

Interactions: Adderall, Cymbalta, Gabapentin, Tramadol, Trazodone<br />

Prozac ​(Fluoxetine)<br />

Pronunciation: Floo-OX-e-teen<br />

Classification:​ SSRI (Selective-Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) ​<br />

IFU:​ ​ Depression<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 10mg administered twice a day, daily<br />

Action: Affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression, panic,<br />

anxiety, or obsessive compulsive symptoms.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: Hives, Itching, Skin rash, Inability to sit still, Restlessness<br />

Interactions: Adderall, Flexeril, Neurontin, Tramadol, Trazodone, Xanax, Topamax


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Adderall XR​ (dextroamphetamine/amphetamine)<br />

Pronunciation: AD-DeR-All<br />

Classification: CNS Stimulant<br />

IFU: ADHD<br />

Action: It works by changing the amounts of certain natural substances in the brain.<br />

Dosage: Capsule,Tablet 40mg, 60mg, 75 kg, 30 mg, 75 kg<br />

Route: By mouth<br />

Adverse Reaction: headache, insomnia, weight loss, anorexia, nausea<br />

Interactions: Cardiovascular, glaucoma, agitation, hypertension, Liver disease, seizures<br />

Celexa ​(citalopram)<br />

Pronunciation: Ce-Le-Xa<br />

Classification: SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor)<br />

IFU: Depression<br />

Action: Improve the energy level and feelings of well being<br />

Dosage: Tablet, Solution 40mg, 20mg<br />

Route: by mouth<br />

Adverse Reaction: Drowsiness, nausea, insomnia, suicidal tendencies, agitation<br />

Interactions: Platelet function, Liver disease,weight loss, hyponatremia,renal dysfunction.<br />

Concerta​ (methylphenidate)<br />

Pronunciation: Con-sert-a<br />

Classification:CNS Stimulant<br />

IFU: ADHD<br />

Action: It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse<br />

control.<br />

Dosage: Solution, powder, tablet, capsule, chew 27mg, 36mg, 54mg, 18mg<br />

Route:By mouth


Adverse Reaction: insomnia, nausea, decreased appetite, xerostomia, anxiety, hyperhidrosis,<br />

irritability<br />

Interactions: Glaucoma, liver disease, hypertension, seizures,agitation<br />

Desyrel​ (trazodone)<br />

Pronunciation:<br />

Classification: Antidepressant<br />

IFU: Depression & Insomnia<br />

Action: It may help to improve your mood, appetite, and energy level as well as decrease<br />

anxiety, and insomnia related to depression.<br />

Dosage: Tablet 50mg, 400mg, 600mg<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Headache, muscle ache, nausea, vomiting, stomachache, constipation, dry<br />

mouth and eyes.<br />

Interactions: Mania,seizures, suicidality, hyponatremia, hypotension, renal/liver disease.<br />

Elavil ​(amitriptyline)<br />

Pronunciation: am-i-trip-ty-line<br />

Classification: TCA (Tricyclic antidepressants)<br />

IFU: Depression<br />

Action: Used to treat mental/ mood problems such as depression. Improve sleep, feelings, and<br />

relieve anxiety and tension.<br />

Dosage: Tablets 150mg, 50mg, 100mg<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Adverse Reaction: Blurred vision, irritation, bleeding gums, chills, cold sweats, dry mouth<br />

Interactions: Cardiovascular disease, diabetes, renal/ liver disease, depression, glaucoma,<br />

neutropenia, thyroid disorders.<br />

Focalin XR​ (dexmethylphenidate)<br />

Pronunciation: DEX-meth-il-FEN-i-date<br />

Classification: CNS Stimulant<br />

IFU: ADHD<br />

Action:Is a mild central nervous system stimulant used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity<br />

disorder.<br />

Dosage: tablet, capsule 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg, 2,5mg, 7.5mg<br />

Route: Orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: Dry mouth, nervousness, weight loss, stomach pain, sore throat, upset<br />

stomach


Interactions: glaucoma, liver disease, hypertension, seizures, renal dysfunction, hematologic<br />

toxicity<br />

Lexapro​ (escitalopram)<br />

Pronunciation: es-ci-tal-o-pram<br />

Classification: SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor)<br />

IFU: Depression<br />

Action:Is an antidepressant belonging to a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake<br />

inhibitors<br />

Dosage:Tablets and injections 10mg, 20mg<br />

Route:Orally,<br />

Adverse Reaction: Diarrhea,drowsiness, ejaculatory disorder, headache, insomnia, delayed<br />

ejaculation<br />

Interactions:Hyponatremia, depression,platelet function, seizure disorders,weight loss<br />

Vyvanse ​(lisdexamfetamine)<br />

Pronunciation: lis-des-am-fet-a-meen<br />

Classification: CNS Stimulant<br />

IFU: ADHD<br />

Action: It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse<br />

control<br />

Dosage: Capsules,tablets 30mg, 10mg, 20mg, 70 mg, 50 mg<br />

Route: orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, dry mouth, headache,<br />

nervousness<br />

Interactions: Hypertension, suppression of growth, hypertensive crisis, cardiovascular reactions<br />

Wellbutrin XL​ (bupropion)<br />

Pronunciation: bue-proe-pee-on<br />

Classification: Antidepressant<br />

IFU: Depression<br />

Action:is an antidepressant used to treat major depressive disorder and seasonal affective<br />

disorder.<br />

Dosage: tablet 150mg, 300mg<br />

Route: orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: dry mouth, nausea, stomach pain, headache, sore throat<br />

Interactions:depression, psychosis, liver disease, weight loss, renal dysfunction


Zoloft ​(sertraline)<br />

Pronunciation: S<br />

Classification: SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor)<br />

IFU: Depression<br />

Action: Used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD,PMDD<br />

Dosage: tablets 25mg, 50mg, 200mg, 70mg<br />

Route:Orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: Confusion, lack of energy, fever, convulsions, drowsiness, nosebleeds,<br />

shivering<br />

Interactions:Weight loss, seizures, platelet function, hyponatremia,​ ​liver disease.<br />

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Abilify ​(aripiprazole)<br />

Pronunciation: Ar-i-pip-ra-zole<br />

Classification: antipsychotic<br />

IFU: schizophrenia<br />

Action: It works by changing the action of chemicals in the brain.<br />

Dosage: 10mg, 30mg, 15mg, 5mg<br />

Route: orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: Dizziness, drowsiness, dyskinesia<br />

Interactions: dementia, hyperglycemia/diabetes, weight gain, liver disease, parkinsonism, seizure<br />

disorders<br />

Ambien ​(zolpidem)<br />

Pronunciation: zol-pi-dem<br />

Classification:Gamma- Aminobutyric Acid Agonist<br />

IFU: Imsomnia<br />

Action: It affects chemicals in your brain that may become unbalanced and cause sleep problems<br />

(insomnia)<br />

Dosage: 5mg, 10mg,<br />

Route: Orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: Loss of coordination, nausea, headache, diarrhea, muscle pain, dizziness<br />

Interactions: Glaucoma, liver disease, depression, renal dysfunction


Aricept​ (donepezil)<br />

Pronunciation: don-ep-e-zil<br />

Classification: Cholinesterase Inhibitor<br />

IFU: Alzheimer’s disease<br />

Action: it works by preventing the breakdown of a chemical called acetylcholine<br />

Dosage: 5mg, 10mg, 23mg,<br />

Route:Orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: Dizziness, fatigue, headache<br />

Interactions:Bradycardia, bronchospasm, pud, seizures<br />

Geodon​ (ziprasidone)<br />

Pronunciation: Ge-o-don<br />

Classification: Antipsychotic<br />

IFU: Schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder<br />

Action: I works by changing the effect of chemicals in the brain<br />

Dosage: 20mg, 80mg, 100mg, 120mg<br />

Route: orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: blurred vision, congestion, runny nose, seizures, chest pain<br />

Interactions: seizure, aspiration, liver disease, weight gain, hypotension, depression<br />

Imitrex​ (sumatriptan)<br />

Pronunciation: Su-ma-trip-tan<br />

Classification: Serotonin 5- HT1 Receptor Agonist<br />

IFU: Migraine/ Headaches<br />

Action:Is a headache medicine that narrows blood vessels around the brain.<br />

Dosage: 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg<br />

Route: orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: Mild headache, dizziness, pain chest, feeling hot or cold.<br />

Interactions: liver disease, seizure disorders, cardiovascular disease.<br />

Lunesta​ (eszopiclone)<br />

Pronunciation: Es-zo-pic-lone<br />

Classification: Nonbenzodiazepine Hypnotic<br />

IFU: Insomnia<br />

Action:it affects chemicals in your brain that may be unbalanced in people with sleep problems.<br />

Dosage:1mg, 2mg, 3mg,<br />

Route: orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: bladder pain, irritability, lack of appetite, nerve pain, confusion


Interactions: Depression, liver disease, glaucoma<br />

Namenda​ (memantine)<br />

Pronunciation: mem-an-tine<br />

Classification:NMDA Receptor agonist<br />

IFU: Alzheimer’s Disease<br />

Action:reduces the actions of chemicals in the brain that may contribute to the symptoms in the<br />

brain that may contribute to the alzheimer's disease.<br />

Dosage:5mg, 10mg, 20mg, 15mg, 5-29ml<br />

Route: orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: nausea, weight loss, anxiety, bruising, bleeding<br />

Interactions: Hepatic impairment, renal impairment.<br />

Relpax ​( eletriptan)<br />

Pronunciation: EL-e Trip-Tan<br />

Classification:Serotonin 5-HT1 Receptor Agonist<br />

IFU: Migraine/ headache<br />

Action: Is a headache medicine that narrows blood vessels around the brain.<br />

Dosage: 20mg ,40mg<br />

Route: orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: chest discomfort, dizziness, headache, diarrhea<br />

Interactions: cardiovascular disease, liver disease<br />

Risperdal​ (risperidone)<br />

Pronunciation:<br />

Classification: Antipsychotic<br />

IFU: Schizophrenia and Bipolar I Disorder<br />

Action: It works by changing the effects of chemicals in the brain.<br />

Dosage: 2mg, 1mg, 4mg, 16mg, 0.5mg, 3mg, 0.25mg, 8mg<br />

Route: orally or injected<br />

Adverse Reaction: anxiety, aggressive behavior, muscle spasms<br />

Interactions: hematologic abnormalities, dementia, depression, aspiration, seizure<br />

Strattera​ ( atomoxetine)<br />

Pronunciation:<br />

Classification:Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor<br />

IFU: ADHD<br />

Action: Affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse<br />

control.


Dosage: 1.4mg/kg, 100mg, 1.2mg/kg,0.5mg/kg, 80mg,120mg,150mg<br />

Route: orally<br />

Adverse Reaction: itching, redness of the skin, hives, welts, irregular heartbeat<br />

Interactions:Cardiac disease, glaucoma, seizures, renal dysfunction, hypertension, liver disease<br />

Drug List 15​:<br />

Seroquel ​(Quetiapine fumarate)<br />

Pronunciation: (kwe TYE a peen)<br />

Classification:​ ​antipsychotic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disease<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 200 mg, 300 mg, 400 mg<br />

Action: changes the actions of chemicals of the brain<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: dizziness, weight gain, constipation, stomach pain, dry mouth<br />

Interactions: hearth rhythm. Dosage adjustments may be needed.<br />

zyPrexa​ (Olanzapine)<br />

Pronunciation: (oh lanz a peen)<br />

Classification:​ ​ antipsychotic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disease<br />

Route: oral, IM<br />

Dosage: 2.5 mg,5mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, .5 ml, 1ml, 1.5 ml<br />

Action: changes the actions of chemicals of the brain<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: blurred vision, loss of balance control, trembling<br />

Interactions:cough and cold medications, avoid alcohol<br />

Miraprex​ (pramipexole)<br />

Pronunciation: (pram i PEX ole)<br />

Classification:​ ​ Dopamine agonist<br />

IFU:​ ​ Parkinson’s Disease<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: .25 mg, .5mg, .75mg, .125 mg, .375, 1mg, 1.5mg , 2.25 mg<br />

Action: acts as the chemical dopamine in the body<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: confusion, drowsiness, nausea, muscle spasm, swelling in hands and feet<br />

Interactions: No alcohol consumption, hypotension<br />

Requip​ (rOPINIROLE)


Pronunciation: (roe PIN i role)<br />

Classification:​ ​Dopamine Agonist<br />

IFU:​ ​ Parkinson’s Disease<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: .25mg,.5mg , 1mg, 3mg, 5mg, 2mg, 4mg, 6mg, 8mg, 12 mg<br />

Action: works in certain areas of the brain to reduce the symptoms of RLS and Parkinson’s<br />

Disease<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: fatigue,nausea, edema, vertigo, decreased blood pressure<br />

Interactions:caffeine, alcohol, hypotension<br />

Provigil​ (modafinil)<br />

Pronunciation: (moe DAF i nil)<br />

Classification:​ ​Sympathomimetic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Narcolepsy<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 200mg, 400mg<br />

Action: alters natural chemicals in the brain to promote wakefulness<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: headache and nausea<br />

Interactions:hypertension, cardiac disease, liver disease<br />

Depakote ER​ (divalproex sodium)<br />

Pronunciation: (dye val PRO ex)<br />

Classification:​ ​ Neurologic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Seizure, Bipolar, Migraine<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 750 mg in divided doses daily<br />

Action: affects chemicals in the body that are a cause of seizures<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: abdominal pain, tremor, weight loss, skin rash, fever<br />

Interactions: alcohol, depression, liver disease,<br />

Dilantin​ (phenytoin)<br />

Pronunciation: (FEN i toyn)<br />

Classification:​ ​Hydantoin<br />

IFU:​ ​ Epilepsy<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 5mg, 125 mg, 300 mg<br />

Action: slows down impulses in the brain that cause seizures<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: confusion, constipation, depression, tremors, mood changes<br />

Interactions:alcohol, cardiotoxicity, hyperglycemia, suicidal tendencies


Keppra​ (levETIRAcetam)<br />

Pronunciation: (LEE ve tye RA se tam)<br />

Classification:​ ​ Antiepileptic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Seizure<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 250 mg, 1000 mg, 3000 mg, 10 mg, 30mg, 60 mg<br />

Action: used to treat partial onset seizures<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: infection, drowsiness, apathy, fatigue, hostility<br />

Interactions:alcohol, suicidal tendency, hemodialysis, renal dysfunction, hematologic<br />

abnormalities<br />

LaMICtal​ (lamotrigine)<br />

Pronunciation: (la MOE tri jeen)<br />

Classification:​ ​ Antiepileptic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Seizure, Bipolar, Migraine<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 225 mg , 300 mg, 375 mg, 400 mg, 500 mg<br />

Action: used as anticonvulsant, and to treat epileptic seizures<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: blurred vision, headache, constipation, pain, bronchitis, tremor, skin rash<br />

Interactions:alcohol, depression, rash, suicidal tendencies, meningitis,<br />

Topamax​ (topiramate)<br />

Pronunciation: (la MOE tri jeen)<br />

Classification:​ ​ Antiepileptic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Seizure, Bipolar, Migraine<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 25mg<br />

Action: used in seizures and to prevent migraines in adults<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: anxiety, confusion, depression, weight loss<br />

Interactions:alcohol, renal dysfunction, suicidal tendency<br />

Drug List 16:<br />

Trilepetal​ (OXcarbazepine)<br />

Pronunciation: (ox kar BAY zeh peen)<br />

Classification:​Antiepileptic ​<br />

IFU:​ ​ Parietal Seizure<br />

Route: oral


Dosage: 150 mg<br />

Action: decreases nerve impulses to cause impulses<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: dizziness, change in vision, false of well being<br />

Interactions:alcohol, suicidal tendency<br />

Lyrica ​(pregabalin)<br />

Pronunciation: (pre GAB a lin)<br />

Classification:​ ​ Neurologic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Neuropathic pain<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 25 mg<br />

Action: slows down impulses in the brain that cause seizures<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: constipation, blurred vision, fatigue<br />

Interactions:alcohol, suicidal tendency<br />

Neurontin​ (gabapantin)<br />

Pronunciation: (GA ba PEN tin)<br />

Classification:​ ​ Neurologic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Neurologic Pain/ Seizure<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 250mg, 300mg, 400mg, 500mg, 600mg<br />

Action: affects chemical and nerves in the brain that affect pain in the body<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: fatigue, fever, blurred vision, tremor<br />

Interactions:alcohol, diabetes, asthma<br />

Dyazide; Maxzide​ (triamterene/ hydrochlorotiazide)<br />

Pronunciation:(HYE dro klor oh THY a zide and trye AM ter een)<br />

Classification:​ ​K Sparing/ Thiazide Diuretic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Hypertension/ Edema<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 25mg, 37.5 mg<br />

Action: prevents your body from conserving too much salt<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: agitation, bloating, chills, mood changes<br />

Interactions: alcohol, diabetes, asthma<br />

Microzide; Esidrex ​(hydrochlorotiazide)<br />

Pronunciation: (HYE dro klor oh THY a zide)<br />

Classification:​ ​ Thiazide Diuretic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Hypertension/Edema


Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 25mg, 50mg<br />

Action: lower blood pressure to prevent strokes, prevent heart attacks and liver problems.<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: chest pain, chills, pale skin, confusion<br />

Interactions:alcohol, high cholesterol, anuria, diabetes<br />

Lasix​ ( furosemide)<br />

Pronunciation: (fur OH se mide)<br />

Classification:​ ​ Loop Diuretic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Hypertension/Edema<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 20 mg, 40 mg, 80 mg, 600mg<br />

Action: prevents your body from absorbing too much salt<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: chest pain, headache, wheezing, sore throat<br />

Interactions:Anuria, Lupus, Diabetes<br />

Enablex​ (darifenacin)<br />

Pronunciation: (dar e FEN a sin)<br />

Classification:​ ​ Urinary Antispasmodic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Overactive Bladder<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 7.5 mg<br />

Action: reduces muscle spasms of the urinary bladder and urinary tract<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: constipation, dyspepsia<br />

Interactions:alcohol<br />

VESIcare​ (solifenacin)<br />

Pronunciation: (dar e FEN a sin)<br />

Classification:​ ​Urinary Antispasmodic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Overactive Bladder<br />

Route:oral<br />

Dosage: 5 mg,<br />

Action: reduces muscle spasms of the bladder and the urinary tract<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: constipation, urinary tract infection, blurred vision<br />

Interactions:kidney impairment, liver impairment, cns, urinary obstruction<br />

Detrol LA​ (tolterodine)<br />

Pronunciation: (tol-TER-oh-deen)


Classification:​ ​ Urinary Antispasmodic<br />

IFU:​ ​ Incontinence<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 2 mg, 4 mg,<br />

Action: blocks a chemical that causes contractions of the bladder<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: abnormal vision, bloody urine, pain, headache<br />

Interactions: alcohol, Myestenia Gravis, Cns<br />

Avodart​ (dutasteride)<br />

Pronunciation: ( doo TAS ter ide)<br />

Classification:​ 5- Alpha Reductase Inhibitor ​<br />

IFU:​ ​ BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 0.5 mg,<br />

Action: prevents the conversion of testosterone to DHT in the body<br />

Adverse​ ​Reaction: fatigue, chest pain, weight gain, wheezing, skin rash, hives<br />

Interactions: Liver Disease<br />

Drug List 17:<br />

1. Propecia​ (finasteride)<br />

Pronunciation: ​fi-​nas​-t​uh​-rahyd<br />

Classification: 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor<br />

IFU: BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 1mg once a day<br />

Action: ​ ​is used to treat ​male pattern baldness​ (​androgenetic alopecia​) at the ​crown​ and in the<br />

middle of the scalp<br />

Adverse Reaction: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness,<br />

trouble breathing.<br />

Interactions:<br />

2. ​Flomax​® (tamsulosin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​tam-ˈsü-lə-sən<br />

Classification: Alpha-Blocker<br />

IFU: BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: 0.4mg once daily<br />

Action: ​relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.


Adverse Reaction: ​Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, runny/stuffy nose, or ejaculation<br />

problems may occur.<br />

Interactions: Alfuzosin;Silodosin;Tamsulosin/Protease Inhibitors<br />

3.​ Uroxatral ​(alfuzosin)<br />

Pronunciation: ​æl ˈfju zoʊ sɪn<br />

Classification: Alpha-Blocker<br />

IFU: BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 10 mg once a day<br />

Action: ​it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the ​bladder<br />

Adverse Reaction: ​Dizziness​, ​lightheadedness​, ​severe dizziness, ​fainting​, fast/​irregular<br />

heartbeat​, ​chest pain<br />

Interactions: aspirin, atenolol, avodart, crestor, furosemide, lipitor, lisinopril, metformin,<br />

metoprolol, nexium, omeprazole, and simvastatin<br />

4. ​Cialis​ (tadalafil)<br />

Pronunciation: ​tə-ˈda-lə-ˌfil<br />

Classification: PDE-5 Inhibitor<br />

IFU: Erectile Dysfunction<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 10mg as needed, 2.5mg daily use, 5 mg for erectile dysfunction and bph<br />

Action: ​In combination with sexual stimulation, tadalafil works by increasing ​blood​ flow to the<br />

penis​ to help a man get and keep an erection.<br />

Adverse Reaction: ​Headache​, ​stomach​ upset, ​back pain​, ​muscle pain​, stuffy nose, flushing, or<br />

dizziness​ may occur<br />

Interactions: ​amlodipine,Aspirin Low Strength (aspirin), atorvastatin, Crestor (rosuvastatin), Fish<br />

Oil (omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids), hydrochlorothiazide, Lipitor (atorvastatin), lisinopril<br />

5. ​Levitra​ (vardenafil)<br />

Pronunciation:<br />

Classification: PDE-5 Inhibitor<br />

IFU: Erectile Dysfunction<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: 5mg daily for bph, 10mg as needed for erectile disfunction, 2.5mg daily for erectile<br />

dysfunction<br />

Action: ​After the penis is stroked, vardenafil maintains an erection by increasing blood flow<br />

Adverse Reaction: ​headache, flushing (warmth or redness in your face, neck, or chest),runny or<br />

stuffy nose, stomach upset, heartburn, dizziness, back pain, or nausea.


Interactions: ​amlodipine​, ​Aspirin​, ​Aspirin Low Strength (aspirin)​, ​atorvastatin​, ​Cialis (tadalafil)​,<br />

Crestor (rosuvastatin)​, ​Fish Oil (omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids)​, ​gabapentin​,<br />

Hydrochlorothiazide​, ​Lipitor (atorvastatin)​, ​lisinopril​, ​metformin​, ​metoprolol​, ​Nexium<br />

(esomeprazole)​, ​omeprazole​, ​simvastatin​, ​tramadol​, ​trazodone​, ​Viagra (sildenafil)​, ​Vitamin D3<br />

(cholecalciferol)<br />

6. ​Viagra​ (sildenafil)<br />

Pronunciation: ​sil-ˈde-nə-ˌfil<br />

Classification: PDE-5 Inhibitor<br />

IFU: Erectile Dysfunction<br />

Route:<br />

Dosage: ranges from 25 mg, 50 mg, to 100 mg doses<br />

Action: ​work by increasing blood flow to the penis during sexual activity, resulting in an<br />

erection.<br />

Adverse Reaction: ​Change or loss of vision, Ringing in ears or hearing loss, Chest pain or<br />

irregular heartbeat, Shortness of breath, Lightheadedness, Swelling in the hands, ankles, and feet<br />

Interactions:​Cimetidine​ (Tagamet), Bosentan (Tracleer), Imatinib (Gleevec), Nefazodone<br />

(Serzone), Stendra, Cialis, Levitra, Fluconazole, Amlodipine<br />

7. ​Gianvi​ (drospirenone/ ethinyl estradiol)<br />

Pronunciation: ​/e-thye-noe-​dye​-ole<br />

Classification: Monophasic Oral Contraceptive<br />

IFU: Oral Contraceptive<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage:<br />

● One yellow tablet taken at the same time each day for 21 consecutive days followed by<br />

one white (inert) tablet daily for 7 days per menstrual cycle<br />

● One pink tablet taken at the same time each day for 24 consecutive days followed by one<br />

white (inert) tablet daily for 4 days per menstrual cycle.<br />

Action: ​ It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no<br />

longer accept a sperm and fertilization is prevented.<br />

Adverse Reaction: Breast pain or tenderness, headache, severe and throbbing, heavy<br />

non-menstrual vaginal bleeding, irregular menstrual periods, nausea, normal menstrual bleeding<br />

occurring earlier, possibly lasting longer than expected<br />

Interactions: ​Adderall (amphetamine / dextroamphetamine)​, ​alprazolam​, ​bupropion​, ​citalopram​,<br />

clonazepam​, ​Cymbalta (duloxetine)​, ​gabapentin​, ​ibuprofen​, ​Lamictal (lamotrigine)​, ​Lexapro<br />

(escitalopram)​, ​metformin​, ​omeprazole​,​Prozac (fluoxetine)​, ​spironolactone​, ​topiramate​,


trazodone​, ​Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)​, ​Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine)​, ​Zoloft (sertraline)​, ​Zyrtec<br />

(cetirizine)<br />

8. ​Kariva​ (desogestrel/ ethinyl estradiol)<br />

Pronunciation: ​dess-oh-​jess​-trel/​ ​eth-ə-nil- e-thye-noe-​dye​-ole<br />

Classification: Monophasic Oral Contraceptive<br />

IFU: Oral Contraceptive<br />

Route: oral<br />

Dosage: ​One light orange tablet taken at the same time each day for 21 consecutive days<br />

followed by one green (inert) tablet daily for 7 days per menstrual cycle.<br />

Action: ​It works mainly by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) during your menstrual<br />

cycle<br />

Adverse Reaction: ​Nausea​, ​vomiting​, ​headache​, ​bloating​, ​breast​ tenderness, swelling of the<br />

ankles​/feet (fluid retention), or ​weight​ change may occur. ​Vaginal bleeding​ between periods<br />

(spotting) or missed/​irregular periods​ may occur, especially during the first few months of use<br />

Interactions:​ ​griseofulvin​, ​modafinil​, rifamycins (such as ​rifampin​, ​rifabutin​), St. John's wort,<br />

drugs used to treat ​seizures​ (such as ​barbiturates​, ​carbamazepine​, ​felbamate​, phenytoin,<br />

primidone​, ​topiramate​), ​HIV​ drugs (such as nelfinavir, ​nevirapine​, ritonavir (may increase the<br />

chance of getting pregnant when taken together)<br />

9. ​Loestrin®Fe24​ (norethindrone/ ethinyl estradiol)<br />

Pronunciation: ​nor-eth-​in​-drone​/​e-thye-noe-​dye​-ole<br />

Classification: Monophasic Oral Contraceptive<br />

IFU: Oral Contraceptive<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: One tablet taken at the same time each day for 28 days.<br />

Action: ​This medication also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it<br />

harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus.<br />

Adverse Reaction:<br />

Interactions:<br />

10. ​NuvaRing​ (etonogestrel/ ethinyl estradiol)<br />

Pronunciation: ​e-thye-noe-​dye​-ole /​eth​-in-il es-tra-​dye​-ole<br />

Classification: Estrogen/ Progestin<br />

IFU: Vaginal Contraceptive<br />

Route: ​It's a flexible, transparent plastic ring that's inserted into the vagina.<br />

Dosage: ​You wear NuvaRing for three weeks, and then remove it — allowing menstruation to<br />

occur — and then insert a new ring after a week.<br />

Action: ​prevents pregnancy by releasing hormones into your body


Adverse Reaction: ​Breakthrough bleeding or spotting, Vaginal infection or irritation, Increased<br />

vaginal secretion, Headache, Nausea, Depression, Decreased sex drive, Breast tenderness, An<br />

increased risk of blood-clotting problems, heart attack, stroke, liver cancer, gallbladder disease<br />

and toxic shock syndrome<br />

Interactions:<br />

Drug List 18:<br />

1. Ortho-Tri-Cyclen Lo ​(ethinyl estradiol/ norgestimate)<br />

Pronunciation: ​eth​-in-il es-tra-​dye​-ole/nor-​jes​-ti-mate<br />

Classification: Triphasic Oral Contraceptive<br />

IFU: Oral Contraceptive<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage: One white, light blue, or blue tablet (active) taken at the same time each day for 21<br />

consecutive days followed by one dark green (inert) tablet daily for 7 days per menstrual cycle.<br />

Action: ​It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no<br />

longer accept a sperm and fertilization is prevented.<br />

Adverse Reaction: Interactions:<br />

2. ​TriNessa ​(norgestimate/ ethinyl estradiol)<br />

Pronunciation: ​nor-​jes​-ti-mate/​eth​-in-il es-tra-​dye​-ole<br />

Classification: Triphasic Oral Contraceptive<br />

IFU: Oral Contraceptive<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage:<br />

Action: It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no<br />

longer accept a sperm and fertilization is prevented.<br />

Adverse Reaction: ​nausea (especially when you first start taking TriNessa), vomiting, headache,<br />

stomach cramping, bloating, dizziness, vaginal itching or ​discharge​, breast tenderness or<br />

swelling, ​nipple discharge​, ​freckles​ or darkening of facial skin, increased hair growth, loss of<br />

scalp hair, changes in weight or appetite, problems with contact lenses, depression, or decreased<br />

sex drive.<br />

Interactions: ​aromatase inhibitors,ospemifene, ​tamoxifen​, ​tizanidine​, tranexamic acid, a certain<br />

combination product used to treat chronic hepatitis C<br />

3. ​Tri-Sprintec ​(norgestimate/ ethinyl estradiol)<br />

Pronunciation: ​nor-​jes​-ti-mate/​eth​-in-il es-tra-​dye​-ole


Classification: Triphasic Oral Contraceptive<br />

IFU: Oral Contraceptive<br />

Route: Oral<br />

Dosage:<br />

Action: ​It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no<br />

longer accept a sperm and fertilization is prevented.<br />

Adverse Reaction: Irregular ​uterine bleeding​, Nausea, Breast tenderness, Headache<br />

Interactions:<br />

4. ​AndroGel ​(testosterone (topical)<br />

Pronunciation: ​tess-​toss​-te-rone jel<br />

Classification: Androgen<br />

IFU: Hypogonadism<br />

Route:<br />

Dosage:<br />

Action:<br />

Adverse Reaction:<br />

Interactions:<br />

5. ​Premarin ​(conjugated estrogens)<br />

Pronunciation: ​ess​-troe-jenz ​con​-joo-gae-ted<br />

Classification: Estrogen<br />

IFU: Vasomotor Symptoms<br />

Route:<br />

Dosage:<br />

Action:<br />

Adverse Reaction:<br />

Interactions:<br />

6. ​Prometrium ​(progesterone)<br />

Pronunciation: proe-​jess​-te-rone<br />

Classification: Progestin<br />

IFU: Amenorrhea<br />

Route:<br />

Dosage:<br />

Action:<br />

Adverse Reaction:<br />

Interactions:


7. ​Vagifem ​(estradiol)<br />

Pronunciation: es-tra-​dye​-ole<br />

Classification: Estrogen<br />

IFU: Vulvovaginal Atrophy<br />

Route:<br />

Dosage:<br />

Action:<br />

Adverse Reaction:<br />

Interactions:<br />

8.​ Proair®, Proventil®, Ventolin®HFA ​(albuterol)<br />

Pronunciation: al-​byoo​-ter-ole<br />

Classification: Beta-2 Agonist<br />

IFU: Bronchospasm/ Asthma<br />

Route:<br />

Dosage:<br />

Action:<br />

Adverse Reaction:<br />

Interactions:<br />

9. ​Xopenex®HFA ​(levalbuterol)<br />

Pronunciation: leev-al-​byoo​-ter-ole<br />

Classification: Beta-2 Agonist<br />

IFU: Bronchospasm/ Asthma<br />

Route:<br />

Dosage:<br />

Action:<br />

Adverse Reaction:<br />

Interactions:<br />

10. ​Asmanex® Twisthaler ​(mometasone)<br />

Pronunciation: moe-​met​-a-sone<br />

Classification: Corticosteroid<br />

IFU: Asthma<br />

Route:<br />

Dosage:<br />

Action:<br />

Adverse Reaction:<br />

Interactions:


Drug List 19:<br />

Pronunciation: Flo-vent- HFA<br />

Classification:Corticosteroid<br />

IFU:Asthma<br />

Route:Orally inhaled<br />

Dosage:50,100,250 mcg<br />

Action: Asthma<br />

Adverse Reaction:hoarseness or deepened voice;<br />

white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips;<br />

headache; or.nausea, vomiting, upset stomach.<br />

Interactions:Agenerase,Amoxicillin,Biaxin<br />

Pronunciation:Be-con-ase- AQ<br />

Classification:Corticosteroid<br />

IFU:Allergic Rhinitis<br />

Route:Nasal Inhaled<br />

Dosage:00.5%<br />

Action: Treats sneezing,congestion,runny nose<br />

Adverse Reaction:sneezing, runny or stuffy nose;<br />

dryness or irritation in your nose or throat;<br />

nausea, headache, feeling light-headed<br />

Interactions:Ocular Herpes Simplex.Ocular Toxicities.<br />

Osteoporosis.<br />

Pronunciation:Flo-nase<br />

Classification:Corticosteroid<br />

IFU:Allergic Rhinitis<br />

Route:Nasal Inhaled<br />

Dosage:50mcg


Action:Prevent asthma<br />

Adverse Reaction:severe or ongoing nosebleeds;<br />

noisy breathing, runny nose, or crusting around your nostrils<br />

Interactions:ibuprofen.levothyroxine.<br />

lisinopril.<br />

Pronunciation:Na-sa-ort AQ<br />

Classification:Corticosteroid<br />

IFU:Allergic Rhinitis<br />

Route:Nasal inhaled<br />

Dosage:55mcg<br />

Action:relieve nasal congestion, sneezing<br />

Adverse Reaction:stinging, burning, or bleeding in your nose; sneezing after use of the medicine;<br />

sore throat, cough, stuffy nose;<br />

Interactions: Zyrtec, promethazine, fluticasone nasal, loratadine, cetirizine<br />

Pronunciation:Nas-o-nex<br />

Classification:Corticosteroid<br />

IFU:Allergic Rhinitis<br />

Route:Nasal inhaled<br />

Dosage:00.5%<br />

Action:prevent asthma<br />

Adverse Reaction:headache,stuffy nose,sore throat,cough,muscle or joint pain,<br />

Interactions:ibuprofen.levothyroxine.lisinopril.metformin.<br />

Pronunciation:Pul-mi-cort Res-pules<br />

Classification:Corticosteroid<br />

IFU:Asthma<br />

Route:Oral inhaler<br />

Dosage:0.5mg 0.25mg<br />

Action: treat asthma<br />

Adverse Reaction:sore throat, cough;nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain;nosebleed;<br />

or.headache.<br />

Interactions:atazanavir,boceprevir


Pronunciation:Rhi-no-cort AQ<br />

Classification:Corticosteroid<br />

IFU:Asthma<br />

Route:Nasal Inhaler<br />

Dosage:32mcg<br />

Action:Allergies<br />

Adverse Reaction:sore throat,cough,sneezing,nosebleeds,<br />

Interactions:aalbuterol Allegra (fexofenadine)amlodipine<br />

Pronunciation:Sin-gu-lair<br />

Classification:Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist<br />

IFU:Asthma<br />

Route:Oral<br />

Dosage:4,5,10 mg<br />

Action:prevent asthma<br />

Adverse Reaction:headache;<br />

stomach pain, heartburn, upset stomach, nausea, diarrhea;tooth pain; tired feeling;<br />

Interactions:albuterol.Cymbalta (duloxetine)Flonase (fluticasone nasal)levothyroxine.<br />

lisinopril.<br />

Pronunciation:As-te-lin<br />

Classification:Histamine-1 (H1) Inhibitor<br />

IFU:Respiratory Allergies<br />

Route:Nasal Inhaler<br />

Dosage:30ml<br />

Action:allergic itching eyes<br />

Adverse Reaction:bitter taste in the mouth,drowsiness,<br />

dizziness,<br />

Interactions:Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol)albuterol.Allegra (fexofenadine)Cymbalta<br />

(duloxetine)<br />

Pronunciation: Spi-riva Hand-ihaler<br />

Classification:Anticholinergic<br />

IFU:COPD<br />

Route:Oral Inhaler


Dosage:18mcg<br />

Action:Asthma<br />

Adverse Reaction:dry mouth,constipation,upset stomach,vomiting,<br />

Interactions: Ablify,acrivastine,belladonna<br />

Drug List 20:<br />

Advair Diskus​ (fluticasone/ salmeterol)<br />

Pronunciation: ​floo-TIK-a-sone/sal-MEE-ter-ol<br />

Classification: Bronchodilator<br />

IFU: To prevent asthma attacks<br />

Route:orally through an inhaler<br />

Dosage:250mcg/50mcg<br />

Action: prevents asthma attacks<br />

Adverse reaction:Headache dizziness nausea vomiting....<br />

Interactions:Selected immunosuppressants/talimogene laherparepvec<br />

Bactroban<br />

Production: Bac-Tro-Ban<br />

Classification: Antibiotic<br />

IFU:Topical ointment used to treat bacteria<br />

Route: Topical oitment<br />

Dosage: 2% mupirocin<br />

Action: rids bacteria on the skin<br />

Adverse reaction: blistering itchyness redness…<br />

Interactions:No known drug interactions<br />

Benzaclin<br />

Pronunciation:Benz-A-clin<br />

Classification:Antibiotic antibacterial<br />

IFU: topical antibiotic and antibacterial ointment<br />

Route: Topical ointment<br />

Dosage: 10mg 1%<br />

Action:Prevents bacteria from growing on the skin<br />

Interactions:No known drug interactions<br />

Cheratussin AC<br />

Pronunciation:Cher-a-tussin


Classification:cough suppressant and expectorant<br />

IFU:Used to stop or reduce coughing<br />

Route:Oral syrup<br />

Dosage: 10mg/100mg per 5ml<br />

Action:prevents coughing<br />

Adverse reaction:Dizziness Drowsiness Headache<br />

Interactions:impaired Gi motility, liver disease….<br />

Combivent<br />

Pronunciation:Com-bi-vent<br />

Classification:bronchodilator<br />

IFU:used as a second bronchodialter for people with chronic obstuctive pulmonary disease<br />

Route:orally through inhaler<br />

Dosage:21mcg/120mcg<br />

Action:opens up airways<br />

Adverse reaction:headache dizziness nausea<br />

Interactions: diabetes hypokalemia renal dysfunction<br />

Differin<br />

Pronunciation:Diff-rin<br />

Classification:hyperkeratosis<br />

IFU:Used as gel to be applied to problem areas<br />

Route: Topical gel<br />

Dosage:.3%<br />

Action:treats acne vulgaris<br />

Adverse reaction: Irritation stinging tingling<br />

Interactions:Eczema<br />

Lidoderm<br />

Pronunciation:Li-Do-Derm<br />

Classification:local anesthetic<br />

IFU:Apply to skin to numb<br />

Route: topical patch<br />

Dosage:5%<br />

Action: blocks nerve signals n your body<br />

Adverse reaction:Lightheadedness confusion dizziness euphoria<br />

Interactions:Renal dysfunction Hepatic dysfunction<br />

Symbicort


Pronunciation:Sym-Bi-cort<br />

Classification:Bronchodilator steroid<br />

IFU:use inhaler to prevent bronchospasm<br />

Route:oral inhaler<br />

Dosage:160/4.5<br />

Action: reduces inflammation in airways<br />

Adverse reaction:headache throat irritation stomach upset<br />

Interactions:albuterol furosemide nexium<br />

Tessalon Perles<br />

Pronunciation:Tess-a-lon Pearls<br />

classification:Anesthetic<br />

IFU:Take medication to suppress cough<br />

Route:orally<br />

Dosage: 100mg<br />

Action:numbs the throat and lungs to suppress cough<br />

Adverse reaction:Rash itching fainting<br />

Interactions:Zanaflex, Tizanidine<br />

Tussionex<br />

Pronunciation: Tussi-Nex<br />

Classification: antihistamine<br />

IFU:take to relives pain and cough<br />

Route: orally<br />

Dosage: 8mg<br />

Action: Blocks allergic reactions and reduces mucus production<br />

Adverse reaction: Constipation nausea vomiting<br />

Interactions:Tramadol Xanax Zyrtec

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