Pharmacology Cheat Sheet
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The action of Beta 1 and Beta 2: 'I have 1________; I have 2_________'

Heart; lungs

Tylenol affects the _______

Liver

I ______ a Benzo! I _____ a Benzo!

Am; am

What is the antidote/reversal agent for a narcotic?

<p>Norcan/Naloxone</p> Signup and view all the answers

If I __ a benzo, then the reversal must be FLU__zenil

<p>Am; Flumazenil</p> Signup and view all the answers

You must be _____________ if you think Tylenol is gonna fix this migraine!

<p>Triptan</p> Signup and view all the answers

Barbiturates: '___ Me why I'm not taking a benzo instead?'

<p>TAL</p> Signup and view all the answers

When I say NSAIDs you say ___

<p>Bleeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Iso-Phen-Seleg-Tran' helps me remember the 4 ____. They don't mix with much!

<p>MAOIs</p> Signup and view all the answers

A beta blocker can ____ hypoglycemia

<p>MASK</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do we remember ACE inhibitors?

<p>Angio Edema; Cough; Electrolyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the calcium channel blockers with their names:

<p>Verapamil = Verapamil Nifedipine = Nifedipine Diltiazem = Diltiazem</p> Signup and view all the answers

The 3 C's CCBs contraindicated (in) ___!

<p>Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Ahhhhhhh-trooooo-piiiiinnneee' is given for ____ heart rates & heart blocks

<p>Slow</p> Signup and view all the answers

Adenosin!- Say it ____, give it ____, for ____ heart rate.(same word)

<p>FAST</p> Signup and view all the answers

The cardiac glycoside treats the 3 F's Failure, Fib, and Flutter: D______

<p>Digoxin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Anticoagulant laboratory monitoring: HEPARIN +___ = 10 letters

<p>PTT</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the antidote for Heparin?

<p>Protamine Sulfate</p> Signup and view all the answers

The antidote for Coumadin is?

<p>Vitamin K</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dissolving this clot ___ East! or 'get the clot out this _____'

<p>ASE; PLASE</p> Signup and view all the answers

I'm ______ to reduce my cholesterol!

<p>STATIN</p> Signup and view all the answers

___ like some potent diuretics please!

<p>IDE</p> Signup and view all the answers

Insulin Lispro (Humalog) is a ____ acting insulin

<p>FAST</p> Signup and view all the answers

If my blood alcohol content is zero, I'll remember the correct sequence when using multiple inhalers.

<p>Bronchodilators; Anti-Cholinergic; Corticosteroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

PPI's: My ____ purpose is to block gastric acid secretions!

<p>ZOLE</p> Signup and view all the answers

There is only ___ steroid for me, and that is a ______________!

<p>Corticosteroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

Leukotriene Antagonist: These allergies suck ___!

<p>AST</p> Signup and view all the answers

It would be a C__ to not 'NO' about aminoglycosides!

<p>Crime</p> Signup and view all the answers

Naloxone is the antidote for morphine.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flumazenil is an antidote for lorazepam.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Protamine sulfate is an antidote for warfarin.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Vitamin K is used to reverse the effects of Coumadin.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Acetylcysteine is used for ______

<p>Tylenol (Acetaminophen) overdose</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Enalapril.

<p>ACE Inhibitor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Metoprolol.

<p>Beta Blocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Nifedipine.

<p>Calcium Channel Blocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Digoxin.

<p>Cardiac Glycoside</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Atropine Sulfate.

<p>Cardiac Dysrhythmic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Albuterol.

<p>Beta 2 Agonist</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Methylprednisolone.

<p>Corticosteroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Montelukast.

<p>Leukotriene Antagonist</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Cefazolin.

<p>Cephalosporin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Tobramycin.

<p>Aminoglycoside</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Acyclovir.

<p>Antiviral</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Ranitidine.

<p>H2 Receptor Agonist</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Pantoprazole.

<p>Proton Pump Inhibitor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the drug class for Furosemide.

<p>Loop Diuretic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pharmacology Cheat Sheet

  • Beta 1 and Beta 2 Receptors: Beta 1 affects the heart; Beta 2 affects the lungs.

  • Acetaminophen (Tylenol): Primarily impacts the liver.

  • Benzodiazepines: Remembered with "I Am a Benzo!" to emphasize their presence and effect.

  • Narcotic Antidote: Naloxone (Norcan) is used to reverse narcotic effects.

  • Benzodiazepine Reversal Agent: Flumazenil is used to counteract benzodiazepine overdose.

  • Migraine Treatment Expectation: Triptans are preferred for migraines, not acetaminophen.

  • Barbiturates: Followed by the question "Tell me why I'm not taking a benzo instead?".

  • NSAIDs: Associated with potential for bleeding complications.

  • MAOIs: "Iso-Phen-Seleg-Tran" assists in remembering MAO inhibitors, which have dietary restrictions.

  • Beta Blockers: Can mask symptoms of hypoglycemia in diabetic patients.

  • ACE Inhibitors: Key side effects include angioedema, cough, and impact on electrolytes.

  • Calcium Channel Blockers: Include Verapamil, Nifedipine, Diltiazem; remember them as "Very Nice Drugs".

  • CCBs Contraindications: Not to use in patients with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF).

  • Atropine: Administered for slow heart rates and heart block conditions.

  • Adenosine Administration: Fast administration is critical for treating tachycardia.

  • Cardiac Glycoside: Digoxin treats heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and atrial flutter.

  • Anticoagulant Monitoring: Heparin requires PTT monitoring; Coumadin requires PT.

  • Heparin Antidote: Protamine sulfate is the reversal agent for heparin.

  • Coumadin (Warfarin) Antidote: Vitamin K is given to counteract warfarin's effects.

  • Clot Dissolution Medication: "ASE" or "PLASE" connect to thrombolytics.

  • Cholesterol Reduction: Statins are prescribed to patients looking to lower cholesterol.

  • Diuretics: Thiazide and loop diuretics (e.g., Furosemide) are common.

  • Insulin Lispro (Humalog): A fast-acting insulin for quick blood sugar control.

  • Inhalation Sequence: Correct sequence for multiple inhalers is bronchodilators, anticholinergics, corticosteroids.

  • Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs): ZOLE indicates their function in blocking gastric acid secretion.

  • Steroid Class: Corticosteroids provide therapy for various conditions.

  • Leukotriene Antagonist: Montelukast is prescribed for allergies and asthma management.

  • Aminoglycoside Cautions: Contraindicated in pregnancy, associated with negative spectrum, nephrotoxicity, and ototoxicity.

Drug Class Highlights

  • ACE Inhibitors: Enalapril is a primary example ending in -PRIL.

  • Beta Blocker: Metoprolol serves as a well-known drug in this category.

  • Calcium Channel Blocker: Nifedipine is noted for its effectiveness.

  • Cardiac Glycoside: Digoxin recognized for heart-related treatments.

  • Cardiac Dysrhythmics: Atropine sulfate used for managing cardiac rhythms.

  • Beta 2 Agonist: Albuterol aids in bronchospasm relief.

  • Corticosteroids: Methylprednisolone is a common therapeutic option.

  • Cephalosporin: Cefazolin is classified under this antibiotic group.

  • Aminoglycoside: Tobramycin is an example used for its antibiotic properties.

  • Antivirals: Acyclovir is employed to treat viral infections.

  • H2 Receptor Antagonist: Ranitidine is used for acid-related conditions.

  • Proton Pump Inhibitors: Pantoprazole is effective in reducing stomach acid production.

  • Loop Diuretics: Furosemide (Lasix) is a potent diuretic for fluid retention issues.

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