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What is the primary purpose of the Basic Drug Knowledge list at UIW Feik School of Pharmacy?
Which of the following correctly describes the information included in the Essential Knowledge column?
What types of drug information resources were utilized for verification in creating the Basic Drug Knowledge document?
Which abbreviation is used to indicate a drug route that involves inhalation?
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Why is readily retrievable knowledge of drugs considered critical for pharmacy students?
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What limitation is noted regarding the Pathogen list in the infectious diseases sections?
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What is the focus of the Basic Drug Knowledge curriculum at UIW Feik School of Pharmacy?
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Which of the following editions of Pharmacotherapy is referenced in the Basic Drug Knowledge resources?
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What is a common side effect of using brimonidine ophthalmic drops?
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Which of the following medications can lead to eyelash growth?
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What should be avoided when using brimonidine?
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What is the essential knowledge associated with the use of prednisolone ophthalmic drops?
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What common side effect is associated with the use of pseudoephedrine?
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Which medication is indicated for allergic conjunctivitis?
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What is a common indication for fluticasone intranasal?
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Which side effect is associated with diphenhydramine?
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What essential knowledge should be kept in mind regarding clobetasol?
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Which of the following medications is known to potentially cause ocular burning?
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What is a key caution when prescribing promethazine and codeine?
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Which side effect is commonly associated with azelastine?
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Which medication is utilized for the treatment of lice or scabies?
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What key side effect might a patient experience while using bimatoprost?
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Study Notes
Head, Ears, Eyes, Nose, Throat
- Basic Drug Knowledge is a compilation of 300+ outpatient drugs and 50+ inpatient drugs
- These drugs are considered essential for safe and effective patient care
- The drug list is not exhaustive and may exclude some indications, formulations, routes, brand names, side effects, and precautions
- Facts in the “Essential Knowledge” column are crucial for patient counseling
- The information is verified using package inserts, drug information resources, and professional textbooks
- This document is for internal use only
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Abbreviations used:
- PO: oral
- IV: intravenous
- IM: intramuscular
- INH: inhalation
- SQ: subcutaneous
- CI: contraindicated
Alpha 2 agonist
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Brimonidine (ophthalmic)
- Brand Name: Alphagan P
- Common Indications: Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP)
- Key Side Effects: Ocular hypersensitivity, drowsiness, conjunctivitis, conjunctival hyperemia, ocular pruritus
- Other Notes: CI with MAOI therapy
Non-selective beta-blocker
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Timolol (ophthalmic)
- Brand Names: Timoptic, Timoptic XE, Istalol
- Common Indications: Elevated IOP
- Key Side Effects: Ocular stinging and burning
Prostaglandin Analog
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Bimatoprost (ophthalmic)
- Brand Names: Lumigan, Latisse
- Common Indications: Elevated IOP, eyelash hypotrichosis
- Key Side Effects: Eyelash growth, conjunctival hyperemia, ocular pruritus, iris color change, periocular hyperpigmentation
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Latanoprost (ophthalmic)
- Brand Name: Xalatan
- Common Indications: Elevated IOP
- Key Side Effects: Ocular burning, stinging, pruritus, foreign body sensation, hypersensitivity reaction
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Travoprost (ophthalmic)
- Brand Name: Travatan Z
- Common Indications: Elevated IOP
Calcineurin Inhibitor
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Cyclosporine (ophthalmic)
- Brand Name: Restasis
- Common Indications: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Key Side Effects: Xeroderma, skin exfoliation, erythema, stinging, burning
Corticosteroid
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Prednisolone (ophthalmic)
- Brand Names: Pred Forte, Pred Mild, Omnipred
- Common Indications: Ophthalmic inflammation
- Key Side Effects: Glaucoma, cataract formation, corneal thinning, secondary infection
Pediculocide
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Permethrin (topical)
- Brand Names: Nix, Elimite
- Common Indications: Lice, scabies
- Key Side Effects: Itching, redness, swelling of scalp
Retinoic Acid Derivative
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Adapalene (topical)
- Brand Name: Differin
- Common Indications: Acne
- Key Side Effects: Itching, redness, swelling of scalp
Antiseptic
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Chlorhexidine (topical, PO)
- Brand Names: Hibiclens, Peridex
- Common Indications: Skin cleanser, periodontitis, gingivitis
- Key Side Effects: Dysgeusia, increased tartar formation, mouth discoloration, mouth irritation
Corticosteroid
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Clobetasol (topical)
- Brand Names: Temovate, Clobex
- Common Indications: Psoriasis, atopic dermatitis
- Key Side Effects: Burning of skin, dryness of skin, hypopigmentation, secondary infection
- Other Notes: Do not use for more than 2 weeks because it may cause adrenal suppression
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Triamcinolone (topical)
- Brand Name: Kenalog
- Common Indications: Psoriasis, atopic dermatitis
- Key Side Effects: Burning of skin, dryness of skin, hypopigmentation, secondary infection
Alpha (α1) agonist
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Pseudoephedrine (PO)
- Brand Name: Sudafed
- Common Indications: Nasal congestion
- Key Side Effects: Increased blood pressure, tachycardia, insomnia, restlessness
- Other notes: Sold behind the counter
Corticosteroid
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Fluticasone (intranasal)
- Brand Name: Flonase
- Common Indications: Allergic rhinitis
- Key Side Effects: Nasal dryness, epistaxis, nasal burning, headache
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Triamcinolone (intranasal)
- Brand Name: Nasacort
- Common Indications: Allergic rhinitis
- Key Side Effects: Nasal dryness, epistaxis, nasal burning, headache
Other
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Azelastine (intranasal)
- Brand Name: Astepro
- Common Indications: Allergic rhinitis
- Key Side Effects: Nasal dryness, epistaxis, nasal burning, headache
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Diphenhydramine (PO, IV)
- Brand Name: Benadryl
- Common Indications: Allergic rhinitis, allergic reaction, insomnia
- Key Side Effects: Drowsiness, constipation, xerostomia, urinary retention
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Hydroxyzine (PO, IV)
- Brand Names: Atarax, Vistaril
- Common Indications: Pruritis, nausea, anxiety
- Key Side Effects: Dizziness, somnolence, xerostomia, blurred vision, QTc prolongation
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Cetirizine (PO)
- Brand Name: Zyrtec
- Common Indications: Allergic rhinitis
- Key Side Effects: Drowsiness, dizziness, headache
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Loratadine (PO)
- Brand Name: Claritin
- Common Indications: Allergic rhinitis
- Key Side Effects: Drowsiness, dizziness, headache
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Fexofenadine (PO)
- Brand Name: Allegra
- Common Indications: Allergic rhinitis
- Key Side Effects: Drowsiness, dizziness, headache
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Olopatadine (ophthalmic)
- Brand Names: Pataday, Patanol
- Common Indications: Allergic conjunctivitis
- Key Side Effects: Ocular burning, discomfort, dryness
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Promethazine and Codeine (PO)
- Brand Name: Phenergan with Codeine
- Common Indications: Cough, Cold
- Key Side Effects: Dizziness, somnolence, xerostomia, blurred vision, constipation, respiratory depression (dose-related)
- US Boxed Warning: Concomitant use of opioids with benzodiazepines or other CNS depressants (including alcohol) may result in profound sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death
- Other Notes: Opioid-containing cough and cold products are no longer indicated for use in patients
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This quiz covers essential outpatient and inpatient drugs that are crucial for safe patient care. It focuses on knowledge about specific drug uses, side effects, and abbreviations. Ideal for healthcare professionals seeking to reinforce their understanding of key medications.
