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What is the drug classification of Metolazone?
What is the drug classification of Metolazone?
What are the common generic and trade names for Metolazone?
What are the common generic and trade names for Metolazone?
Metolazone / Zaroxolyn
The usual dosage range for Metolazone is ____ mg per day.
The usual dosage range for Metolazone is ____ mg per day.
5-10
What is the typical dosage and route for Metolazone?
What is the typical dosage and route for Metolazone?
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Why is a client receiving Metolazone?
Why is a client receiving Metolazone?
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How does Metolazone work?
How does Metolazone work?
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What side effects are most likely to occur due to Metolazone?
What side effects are most likely to occur due to Metolazone?
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What actions should a nurse take specific to Metolazone?
What actions should a nurse take specific to Metolazone?
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What should a nurse teach a client about Metolazone?
What should a nurse teach a client about Metolazone?
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What other medications might interact with Metolazone?
What other medications might interact with Metolazone?
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Study Notes
Drug Classification
- Metolazone is a thiazide-like quinazoline derivative.
Common Names
- Generic name: Metolazone
- Trade name: Zaroxolyn
Dosage Information
- Usual oral dosage range: 5-10 mg/day, maximum 20 mg/day.
- Common dosage form: 5 mg tablet taken orally.
Indications
- Prescribed for conditions like edema and hypertension.
Mechanism of Action
- Acts on distal tubule and cortical thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle in the kidneys.
- Increases excretion of sodium, water, chloride, magnesium, potassium, and bicarbonate.
- Decreases glomerular filtration rate (GFR).
Possible Side Effects
- Common side effects include dizziness, fatigue, weakness, orthostatic hypotension, hypokalemia, nausea, vomiting, and pancreatitis.
Nursing Responsibilities
- Monitor for orthostatic hypotension, assessing before and during therapy.
- Check blood glucose levels for diabetic patients.
- Observe for skin rashes and daily temperature elevation.
Patient Education
- Instruct patients to take the medication early in the morning to reduce nocturia.
- Advise taking with food or milk if gastrointestinal symptoms occur.
- Teach self-monitoring of blood pressure and pulse, encouraging record-keeping.
- Stress the importance of notifying the prescriber if muscle cramps, weakness, nausea, dizziness, or numbness occur.
Medication Interactions
- Alcohol consumption can lead to increased hypotension.
- Antidiabetic medications can cause increased hypoglycemia when taken with Metolazone.
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This quiz focuses on Metolazone, a thiazide-like diuretic used for treating edema and hypertension. Test your knowledge of its classification, dosage, and common trade names through these flashcards. Perfect for pharmacy students and healthcare professionals.
