Common Medications and Important Points PDF
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This document lists common medications and important points related to their use and potential side effects. It also includes notes on specific risks, such as drug interactions and adverse reactions. The text is well-organized but lacks specific details beyond the basic information.
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199 Common Medications and Important Points Memory Game (cont’d) This medication should not be handled by MAs who are pregnant finasteride (Proscar) or may become pregnant Medication that should not be tadal...
199 Common Medications and Important Points Memory Game (cont’d) This medication should not be handled by MAs who are pregnant finasteride (Proscar) or may become pregnant Medication that should not be tadalafil (Cialis) taken with nitrates Can increase resident’s DMARDs (e.g., methotrexate) risk of infections Maximum dose for most adults is 4,000 mg per day Acetaminophen from all sources Analgesics that are the last choice of treatment in Opioids elderly due to risk of side effects such as over-sedation Can cause suicidal thoughts, especially in the first two weeks SSRIs and SNRIs of administration Handout 19-3
