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Dyazide combines hydrochlorothiazide with which other medication?
Dyazide combines hydrochlorothiazide with which other medication?
- Bumetanide
- Triamterene (correct)
- Metolazone
- Chlorthalidone
What is the brand name for ofloxacin ear solution?
What is the brand name for ofloxacin ear solution?
- Floxin (correct)
- Otovel
- Cipro HC
- Debrox
What is the brand name for carvedilol?
What is the brand name for carvedilol?
- Inderal
- Lopressor
- Toprol-XR
- Coreg CR (correct)
Which medication should be used cautiously in patients with COPD?
Which medication should be used cautiously in patients with COPD?
Which medication is a prescription fish oil product?
Which medication is a prescription fish oil product?
Carvedilol is classified as an:
Carvedilol is classified as an:
Which medication is most likely to cause a drop in blood pressure when taken with nitroglycerin?
Which medication is most likely to cause a drop in blood pressure when taken with nitroglycerin?
What is a side effect of Xarelto?
What is a side effect of Xarelto?
What's wrong with the following medication order? Promethazine 25 mg solution IV q8 hours prn nausea. Hold for confusion.
What's wrong with the following medication order? Promethazine 25 mg solution IV q8 hours prn nausea. Hold for confusion.
Which medication may cause more bleeding if taken with warfarin?
Which medication may cause more bleeding if taken with warfarin?
Which medication should be used cautiously in patients with a latex allergy?
Which medication should be used cautiously in patients with a latex allergy?
What is the generic name for Hytrin?
What is the generic name for Hytrin?
Which medication would indicate a patient is being treated for high cholesterol?
Which medication would indicate a patient is being treated for high cholesterol?
Which medication is indicated for dermatitis?
Which medication is indicated for dermatitis?
What is a common side effect of magnesium hydroxide?
What is a common side effect of magnesium hydroxide?
Which medication name will be labeled on the package for generic Cortizone cream?
Which medication name will be labeled on the package for generic Cortizone cream?
Furosemide is the generic name for:
Furosemide is the generic name for:
What is the brand name for brimonidine and brinzolamide eye drop?
What is the brand name for brimonidine and brinzolamide eye drop?
What is the generic name of Zurampic?
What is the generic name of Zurampic?
Which medication on Mr. Weaver's profile is a duplicate therapy with Phenergan?
Which medication on Mr. Weaver's profile is a duplicate therapy with Phenergan?
Verelan is the brand name for:
Verelan is the brand name for:
Which medication is used to treat gout attacks?
Which medication is used to treat gout attacks?
What are alpha-2 agonists used for?
What are alpha-2 agonists used for?
Which diuretic can potassium interact with?
Which diuretic can potassium interact with?
What is the generic name for Axid?
What is the generic name for Axid?
What condition is OTC minoxidil treating?
What condition is OTC minoxidil treating?
Which side effect can happen with Procardia?
Which side effect can happen with Procardia?
What is the brand name for famotidine?
What is the brand name for famotidine?
Study Notes
Drug Combinations and Classifications
- Dyazide: Combines hydrochlorothiazide with triamterene.
- Carvedilol: Known by the brand name Coreg CR, classified as a beta-blocker.
Brand Names and Generic Equivalents
- Ofloxacin ear solution is branded as Floxin.
- Hytrin has the generic name terazosin; used for hypertension and BPH treatment.
- Zocor is prescribed for high cholesterol, indicating Mr. Jeffers' treatment focus.
- Clobetasol propionate is indicated for dermatitis and is a potent topical corticosteroid.
- Generic name for Cortizone cream is hydrocortisone.
Drug Interactions and Precautions
- Propranolol should be used cautiously in patients with COPD due to potential respiratory effects.
- Use caution when combining sildenafil with nitroglycerin as it can cause severe hypotension.
Side Effects and Considerations
- Bleeding is a significant side effect of Xarelto (rivaroxaban).
- Common side effect of magnesium hydroxide is diarrhea.
- Swelling is a possible side effect of Procardia and is linked to fluid retention.
- Icosapent ethyl may increase bleeding risk when taken with warfarin.
Eye and Ear Medications
- Brimonidine and brinzolamide combination eye drops are known as Simbrinza.
Other Key Medications
- Lovaza is a prescription fish oil product.
- Colchicine is utilized for treating gout attacks.
- Amlodipine prescribes for hypertension and is not indicated for glaucoma.
- Spironolactone can interact with potassium levels.
Generic and Brand Name Recall
- Famotidine is marketed as Pepcid.
- The generic name for Axid is nizatidine.
- Lasix is the brand name for furosemide, a loop diuretic.
Medication Orders and Clarifications
- An order for promethazine needs clarification, particularly concerning the route of administration.
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