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What is the primary indication for Hydrochlorothiazide?
What is the primary indication for Hydrochlorothiazide?
What is the maximum daily dosage of Motrin?
What is the maximum daily dosage of Motrin?
Which medication contains both metoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide?
Which medication contains both metoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide?
What is a common use of Lopressor?
What is a common use of Lopressor?
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What is the initial dose range for Caduet?
What is the initial dose range for Caduet?
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What is the primary use of Norvasc?
What is the primary use of Norvasc?
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What is the maximum daily dosage for Lopressor?
What is the maximum daily dosage for Lopressor?
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Which medication is indicated for mild to moderate pain and also for osteoarthritis?
Which medication is indicated for mild to moderate pain and also for osteoarthritis?
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Which medication is a combination of atorvastatin and amlodipine?
Which medication is a combination of atorvastatin and amlodipine?
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What is the appropriate dosage range for Hydrochlorothiazide?
What is the appropriate dosage range for Hydrochlorothiazide?
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Which medication is primarily indicated for hypertension and heart failure?
Which medication is primarily indicated for hypertension and heart failure?
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What is the maximum dosage of Nabumetone that can be administered in a day?
What is the maximum dosage of Nabumetone that can be administered in a day?
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Which of the following medications is a combination product aimed at treating hypertension?
Which of the following medications is a combination product aimed at treating hypertension?
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Which medication should be taken for mild to moderate pain and has a maximum dosage of 3200 mg per day?
Which medication should be taken for mild to moderate pain and has a maximum dosage of 3200 mg per day?
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Which medication is indicated for dyslipidemia and hypertension?
Which medication is indicated for dyslipidemia and hypertension?
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What is the maximum dosage of metoprolol that can be safely prescribed in a day?
What is the maximum dosage of metoprolol that can be safely prescribed in a day?
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Which medication is indicated for both hypertension and dyslipidemia?
Which medication is indicated for both hypertension and dyslipidemia?
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For which of the following conditions is Nabumetone primarily indicated?
For which of the following conditions is Nabumetone primarily indicated?
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What is the recommended initial dosage range for amlodipine?
What is the recommended initial dosage range for amlodipine?
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Which combination medication includes hydrochlorothiazide and is mainly used for hypertension?
Which combination medication includes hydrochlorothiazide and is mainly used for hypertension?
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Which of the following medications has a maximum dosage exceeding 2000 mg per day?
Which of the following medications has a maximum dosage exceeding 2000 mg per day?
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Which medication would be most appropriate for a patient suffering from both hypertension and chronic angina pectoris?
Which medication would be most appropriate for a patient suffering from both hypertension and chronic angina pectoris?
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What is the dosage range for Amlodipine when prescribed for hypertension?
What is the dosage range for Amlodipine when prescribed for hypertension?
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Which combination of medications is specifically indicated for treating hypertension?
Which combination of medications is specifically indicated for treating hypertension?
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For which medication would a patient likely be advised to not exceed 450 mg in a single day?
For which medication would a patient likely be advised to not exceed 450 mg in a single day?
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Study Notes
Hydrochlorothiazide
- Hydrochlorothiazide is a medication used to treat hypertension and edema.
- The typical dosage is 12.5 mg to 25 mg taken once daily.
Lopressor
- Lopressor is the brand name for metoprolol, a medication used to treat hypertension, angina pectoris, and heart failure.
- The typical dosage is 50 to 100 mg per day, with a maximum dose of 450 mg.
Motrin
- Motrin is the brand name for Ibuprofen.
- It is used to treat mild to moderate pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis.
- The typical dosage is 200 to 800 mg every 4 to 6 hours, with a maximum daily dose of 3200 mg.
Lopressor-HCT
- Lopressor-HCT is a combination medication containing both metoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide.
- It is used to treat hypertension.
- The typical dosage is 50 to 100 mg of metoprolol and 25 mg of hydrochlorothiazide taken orally once daily.
Caduet
- Caduet is a combination medication comprised of atorvastatin and amlodipine.
- It is used to treat dyslipidemia (high cholesterol) and hypertension.
- The starting dosage is 5 mg of atorvastatin and 10 mg of amlodipine, which can be increased dosages to 10 mg of atorvastatin and 80 mg of amlodipine.
Norvasc
- Norvasc is the brand name for Amlodipine and is used to treat hypertension.
- The typical dosage is 2.5 to 10 mg taken orally once daily.
Relafen
- Relafen is the brand name for Nabumetone.
- It is used to treat mild to moderate pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis.
- The typical dosage is 500 mg to 1000 mg twice daily, with a maximum daily dose of 2000 mg.
Practice of Pharmacy
- The practice of pharmacy involves interpreting, evaluating, and dispensing medication orders.
Medications
- Hydrochlorothiazide: Generic medication for hypertension and edema, given in doses ranging from 12.5 mg to 25 mg once daily
- Metoprolol: Generic medication for hypertension, angina pectoris and heart failure, given in doses ranging from 50 to 100 mg (maximum 450 mg per day)
- Ibuprofen: Generic medication for mild to moderate pain, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, given in doses ranging from 200 to 800 mg every 4-6 hours (maximum 3200 mg per day)- Motrin is a common brand name
- Lopressor-HCT: Combined medication containing Metoprolol and Hydrochlorothiazide, prescribed for hypertension; common dosage is 50 to 100 mg of Metoprolol orally and 25 mg of Hydrochlorothiazide daily
- Atorvastatin and Amlodipine: Combined medication for dyslipidemia and hypertension, given in starting doses of 5 mg/10 mg and increasing to 10 mg/80 mg - available under the brand name Caduet
- Amlodipine; Generic medication used to treat hypertension, given in doses of 2.5 mg to 10 mg by mouth once daily; available under the brand name Norvasc
- Nabumetone; Generic medication for mild to moderate pain, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, given in doses of 500 mg to 1000 mg twice daily (maximum 2000 mg per day); available under the brand name Relafen
Practice of Pharmacy
- Core responsibilities of a pharmacist includes interpretation, evaluation, and dispensing of prescription orders.
Medications
- Hydrochlorothiazide (generic name) is a medication used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and edema (swelling).
- Hydrochlorothiazide is available in dosages ranging from 12.5 mg to 25 mg, taken once daily.
- Metoprolol (generic name) is marketed under the brand name Lopressor. It is used to treat hypertension, angina pectoris (chest pain), and heart failure.
- Metoprolol is typically prescribed in dosages of 50 to 100 mg, with a maximum daily dose of 450 mg.
- Ibuprofen (generic name) is marketed under the brand name Motrin. It is effective in treating mild to moderate pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis.
- Ibuprofen dosages range from 200 to 800 mg every 4-6 hours, with a maximum daily dose of 3200 mg per day.
- Lopressor-HCT is a combination medication containing both Metoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide. It is used to treat hypertension.
- Lopressor-HCT is available in a dosage of 50 to 100 mg of metoprolol and 25 mg of hydrochlorothiazide, taken orally daily.
- Caduet is a combination medication containing Atorvastatin and Amlodipine. It is used to treat dyslipidemia (high cholesterol levels) and hypertension.
- Caduet is typically started with a dosage of 5 mg of atorvastatin and 10 mg of amlodipine. Dosages can be increased to 10 mg of atorvastatin and 80 mg of amlodipine as needed by the patient.
- Amlodipine (generic name) is marketed under the brand name Norvasc. It is used to treat hypertension.
- Amlodipine is available in dosages of 2.5 to 10 mg, taken once daily.
- Nabumetone (generic name) is marketed under the brand name Relafen. It is used to treat mild to moderate pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis.
- Nabumetone is typically prescribed in dosages of 500 to 1000 mg twice a day, with a maximum daily dose of 2000 mg.
Practice of Pharmacy
- Pharmacists play a vital role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications.
- This involves interpreting and evaluating medication orders, ensuring the appropriate medication dispensing and administration, and providing patient education on medication use.
- Pharmacists also collaborate with other healthcare providers to optimize medication therapy and address any potential drug interactions.
- They work to ensure patient safety by verifying dosage calculations, reviewing medication histories, and monitoring for adverse drug reactions.
Hydrochlorothiazide
- Hydrochlorothiazide is a generic name for the medication
- The drug is indicated for hypertension and edema
- The typical dosage is 12.5 mg to 25 mg once daily
Metoprolol
- Metoprolol is the generic name for the medication Lopressor
- The drug is indicated for hypertension, angina pectoris, and heart failure
- The typical dosage is 50 to 100 mg daily with a maximum daily dose of 450 mg
Ibuprofen
- Ibuprofen is the generic name for the medication Motrin
- The drug is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis
- The typical dosage is 200 to 800 mg every 4 to 6 hours, with a maximum daily dose of 3200 mg
Metoprolol and Hydrochlorothiazide
- Metoprolol with hydrochlorothiazide is the generic name for the medication Lopressor-HCT
- The drug is indicated for hypertension
- The typical dosage is 50 to 100 mg orally for metoprolol and 25 mg daily for hydrochlorothiazide
Atorvastatin and Amlodipine
- Atorvastatin and Amlodipine are the generic names for the medication Caduet
- The drug is indicated for dyslipidemia and hypertension
- The typical starting dosage is 5 mg for atorvastatin and 10 mg for amlodipine, increased to 10 mg for atorvastatin and 80 mg for amlodipine
Amlodipine
- Amlodipine is the generic name for the medication Norvasc
- The drug is indicated for hypertension
- The typical dosage is 2.5 to 10 mg by mouth once daily
Nabumetone
- Nabumetone is the generic name for the medication Relafen
- The drug is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate pain as well as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis
- The typical dosage is 500 mg to 1000 mg twice per day with a maximum daily dose of 2000 mg
Practice of Pharmacy
- Pharmacists are responsible for interpreting and evaluating medication orders
- Pharmacists are also responsible for dispensing medications based on orders
### Hydrochlorothiazide
- Generic name is Hydrochlorothiazide
- Used for hypertension and edema
- Dosage is 12.5 mg to 25 mg once daily
Metoprolol
- Brand name is Lopressor
- Used for hypertension, angina pectoris, heart failure
- Dosage is 50 to 100 mg (max 450 mg per day)
Ibuprofen
- Brand name is Motrin
- Used for mild to moderate pain, as well as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis
- Dosage is 200 to 800 mg every 4-6 hours (max 3200 mg per day)
Metoprolol and Hydrochlorothiazide
- Brand name is Lopressor-HCT
- Combination drug used for hypertension
- Dosage is 50 to 100 mg orally; hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg daily
Atorvastatin and Amlodipine
- Brand name is Caduet
- Combination drug used for dyslipidemia and HTN (Hypertension)
- Starting dosage is 5mg/10mg with the option to increase to 10mg/80mg
Amlodipine
- Brand name is Norvasc
- Used for HTN
- Dosage is 2.5 to 10 mg by mouth once daily
Nabumetone
- Brand name is Relafen
- Used for mild to moderate pain, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis
- Dosage is 500 mg to 1000 mg twice a day (max 2000 mg per day)
Practice of Pharmacy
- Pharmacists interpret, evaluate, and dispense prescription orders.
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This quiz covers various medications used to treat hypertension, edema, and pain relief. Learn about Hydrochlorothiazide, Lopressor, Motrin, and combination medications like Lopressor-HCT and Caduet. Test your knowledge on dosages and uses of these important drugs.
