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What does Nystatin treat? How is this administered? ~ Candidiasis and Thrush Topical cream - without a dressing, needs to be used for a long time, can't stop using topical ointment abruptly or for a short time. How is Nystatin taken when used in the mouth for treating thrush? ~ Swish arou...

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Antihistamine used to treat allergic rhinitis, the common cold, cough, sneezing,

pruritus, urticaria, and to prevent motion sickness


✓~ Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)




What is the most common side effect of Benadryl?


✓~ Drowsiness




Antitussive used to treat nonproductive cough due to minor respiratory tract

infections or irritants that may have been inhaled.


✓~ Dextromethorphan (Robitussin)




What are some of the adverse effects of Robitussin?


Life Threatening?

, ✓~ Nephrolithiasis, Psychosis.

Respiratory Depression and Serotonin Syndrome




What should we be aware of when administering Tiotropium (Spiriva)?


✓~ Be cautious giving this to patients with cardiac disorders




What would you teach a patient when taking Montelukast (Singulair)?


✓~ This must be taken on a regular basis for best results - treats exercise-induced

asthma as opposed to a rescue inhaler ; comes orally




What is Albuterol (Proventil) used for?


✓~ This is a rescue inhaler used to treat acute asthma attacks. Side effects include

tremors and jitters.




How long can treatment take for a duodenal ulcer?


✓~ 1-2 months until ulcer is fully healed




What is the purpose of antacids?

, ✓~ To neutralize acid




What should you be aware of when administering Aluminum Hydroxide?


✓~ Use caution in renal and hepatic disorders




How do Histamine 2 Blockers work?


✓~ Block H2 receptors of parietal cells in stomach to reduce gastric acid secretion




When administering Nexium, or any Proton Pump Inhibitor, what should you

observe?


✓~ Observe hepatic function - this elevates AST, ALT




Should Nexium be taken with food or on an empty stomach?


✓~ On an empty stomach - this allows the stomach lining to be coated. Taking this

with food blocks this process.




What is the mode of action of Sucralfate (Carafate)?

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