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Otic: 0.25mg BID x 7 days; Oral/IV: 400-750mg q12 hrs x 3 days-6 Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic, Quinolone, Opthalmic, OticCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infectionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other quinolones, co-administration with tizanidineSide Effects: N/V/D, anaphylaxis, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, tendinitis, tendon rupture, aplastic or hemolytic anemia, bone marrow depression, peripheral neuropathy, dizziness, restlessness, seizure, psychosis, acute renal failure, burning/pain in eye Generic: LevofloxacinBrand: Levaquin, Quixin, IquixCommon Dose: 500-750mg SID x3-60 days; 1-2 gtt q30 min-2 hrs x 1-3 days, then 1-2 gtt q1-4 hrs x 4-5 daysTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, Quinolone, Respiratory Common Indications: bacterial infectionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other quinolonesSide Effects: N/V/D, anaphylaxis, S-J syndrome, tendinitis, tendon rupture, anemia, headache, seizure, cardiac problems Generic: MoxifloxacinBrand: Avelox, VigamoxCommon Dose: 400mg q24 hrs x 4-14 days; Ophthalmic: 1 gtt/eye TID x 7 daysTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, Quinolone, Ophthalmic, Resiratory FluoroquinoloneCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infectionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other quinolonesSide Effects: N/V/D, anaphylaxis, S-J syndrome, tendinitis, tendon rupture, , cardiac problems, dry eyes Generic: CefazolinBrand: Ancef, KefzolCommon Dose: IM/IV: 1-1.5g q8 hrs, max 12g/dayTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, Cephalosporin, First GenerationCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infectionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, cephalosporinsSide Effects: Diarrhea, anaphylaxis, S-J syndrome, hepatotoxicity, seizure, pruritus, drug-induced eosinophilia, pseudomembranous , leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, encephalopathy Generic: CeftriaxoneBrand: Common Dose: IM/IV: 1-2g SID-BIDTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, Cephalosporin, GenerationCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infections, Sx prophylaxisAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other cephalosporins, hyperbilirubinemic neonates (esp. premature), concomitant use with IV Ca2+ solutions in neonatesSide Effects: D/V, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme, hemolytic anemia, transient increased liver enzymes, immune hypersensitivity rxn, reversible disorder of gallbladder, kernicterus of newborn, kidney or lung finding Generic: CephalexinBrand: Common Dose: 250-1000mg q6 hrs, max 4g/dayTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, , First GenerationCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infectionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other cephalosporinsSide Effects: Diarrhea, abdominal pain, transient increased liver enzymes Generic: Sulfamethoxazole & TrimethoprimBrand: Bactrim, Septra, SulfatrimCommon Dose: Based on trimethoprim: S800/T160mg q12-24 hrs; IV: 8-20mg TMP/kg/day q6-12 hrsTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, Msc/Sulfonamide derivativeCommon Indications: Treat bacterial Absolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other sulfas, megaloblastic due to folate deficiency, infants < 2 months of age, hepatic damage or renal disease, pregnancy at term, breastfeedingSide Effects: N/V, rash, anaphylaxis, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme, urticaria, aplastic anemia, thrombocyopenia, blood dyscrasia NOS, agranulocytosis, neutropenia, hepatic necrosis, clostridium difficile diarrhea Generic: DoxycyclineBrand: Adoxa, Doryx, Monodox, Oracea, Common Dose: 100-200mg/day SID-BIDTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, derivativeCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infections, acneAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other tetracyclinesSide Effects: Photosensitivity, drug-induced GI disturbance, elevated serum blood urea nitrogen, bulging fontanelle Generic: ClindamycinBrand: Cleocin, Clindagel, Clindamax, Common Dose: 150-450mg q4-6 hrs, max 1.8g/day; IM/IV: 1.2-2.7g/day BID-QID, max 4.8g/day; : SID-BIDTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, Lincosamide, Topical skin product, Acne productCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infections, acneAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, lincomycin, previous pseudomembranous colitis, regional enteritis, ulcerative colitisSide Effects: N/D, rash, pseudomembranous enterocolitis, elevated liver function test, jaundice Generic: MetronidazoleBrand: FlagylCommon Dose: 500-750mg q4-6 hrs, max 4g/day; IV: 1g loading doseTherapeutic Class: Amoebicide, Antibiotic, Msc, Topical, Antiprotozoal, NitroimidazoleCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infections, Protozoal infectionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other nitroimidazole derivatives, first trimester pregnancySide Effects: Nausea, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, dizziness, headache, seizure, J-H rxn, infection of genitals, vaginal irritation or discharge, leukopenia, aseptic meningitis, encephalopathy, peripheral neuropathy, seizure, ototoxicity Generic: NitrofurantoinBrand: , Macrobid, MacrodantinCommon Dose: 50-100mg q6 hrs x 7 days; 100mg BID x 7 daysTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, MscCommon Indications: Treat urinary tract infections (UTIs)Absolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, renal imairment, < 1 month of age, pregnancy 38-42 weeks, previous Hx of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic impairment, Beers criteriaSide Effects: N/V, hemolytic anemia, loss of appetite, cholestatic jaundice, hepatic necrosis, hepatitis, drug hypersensitivity syndrome, immune hypersensitivity rxn, interstitial lung dz, pulmonary fibrosis and toxicity, neuropathy Generic: RifampinBrand: Common Dose: 10mg/kg/day, up to /day for 4 monthsTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, Msc, Antitubercular agentCommon Indications: Manage active TB, eliminate meningococciAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other rifamycins, concurrent use with amprenavir, saquinavir, ritonavir (other protease inhibitors)Side Effects: Discolored saliva, tears, or urine; loss of appetite, heartburn, nausea, sweat, influenza-like illness,thrombocytopenia, high-dose therapy, hepatotoxicity Generic: VancomycinBrand: VancocinCommon Dose: Oral: 500-2000mg/day q6 hrs; IV: 2-3g/day q8-12 Therapeutic Class: GlycopeptideCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infectionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, use in patients with previous hearing loss from the medicineSide Effects: N/V, anaphylaxis, drug-induced erythroderma, neutropenia, drug hypersensitivity syndrome, ototoxicity, nephrotoxicity, thrombocytopenia Generic: FluconazoleBrand: DiflucanCommon Dose: once or 200-800mg/dayTherapeutic Class: Antifungal agent, Oral, Common Indications: Treat candidiasis, fungal infections, prophylaxis for bone marrow transplantsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity, cross reaction with other oral antifungals, concomitant administration with cisapride or terfenadineSide Effects: N/V, S-J syndrome, elevated liver enzymes, headache, torsades de pointes, seizure Generic: AcyclovirBrand: ZoviraxCommon Dose: Oral: 200-800mg q4 hrs x 5 days-12 months; IV: 5-10mg/kg/dose q8hrs x 5-7 days; Topical: q3 hrs x 7 daysTherapeutic Class: Antiviral agent, TopicalCommon Indications: Treatment of HSV (genital), cold sores, herpes zoster (shingles) varicella zoster (chicken pox), HSV encephalitis, neonatal, mucocutaneousAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it or valacyclovirSide Effects: N/V/D, application site rxn, dermatitis, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, headache, malaise, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, renal failure Generic: ValacyclovirBrand: ValtrexCommon Dose: 1-2g BID-QID x 3+ daysTherapeutic Class: Antiviral agent, OralCommon Indications: Treatment of herpes zoster (shingles), HSV (suppression, decrease transmission), immunocompetent and immunocompromised patientsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it or acyclovirSide Effects: N/V, rash, abdominal pain, headache, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, aseptic meningitis, , seizure, hemolytic uremic syndrome Generic: OseltamivirBrand: TamifluCommon Dose: Prophylaxis: 74mg SID x 10 days; : 75mg BID x 5 daysTherapeutic Class: Antiviral agent, Neuraminidase Common Indications: Treatment of acute illness, influenza A or B synptoms ≤ 2 days ≥ 1 year old, prophylaxisAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: N/V, anaphylaxis, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme, facial swelling, abdominal pain, GI hemorrhage, hemorrhagic colitis, hepatitis, seizure, abnormal behavior, delirium Generic: AcetaminophenBrand: Tylenol, , Anacin, CetafenCommon Dose: 325-650mg q4-6 hrs, TID-QID, max 4g/dayTherapeutic Class: Anagesic, MscCommon Indications: Treatment of mild to moderate pain, feverAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: N/V, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, pruritus, headache, insomnia, agitation, liver failure, atelectasis, pneumonitis, constipation Generic: AspirinBrand: Bayer, Ecotrin, St. Joseph'sCommon Dose: Initially 2.4-3.6g/day, max 5.4g/day; 325-650mg q4-6 hrs, max 4g/dayTherapeutic Class: Antiplatelet agent, Salicylate (NSAID warnings)Common Indications: Treatment of mild to moderate pain, inflammation, fever; Prevention/treatment of myocardial infarction, stroke, management of rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatic fever, osteoarthritis, gout (in high doses), heart SxAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other salicylates and NSAIDs, asthma, rhinitis, nasal polyps, bleeding disorders, children < 16 yrs of age, pregnancy (esp. 3rd trimester)Side Effects: GI , bleeding, tinnitus, bronchospasm, angioedema, Reye's syndrome Generic: IbuprofenBrand: Advil, Midol, MotrinCommon Dose: 400-800mg TID-QID, max 3.2g/dayTherapeutic Class: NSAID, Oral, ParenteralCommon Indications: Treatment of mild to moderate pain, inflammatory disease, rheumatoid disorders, dysmenorrhea, osteoarthritisAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, Hx of asthma, allergic type rxns to NSAIDs, aspirin triad (bronchial asthma, aspirin intolerance, ), coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) Sx painSide Effects: Rash, headache, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, congestive heart failure, hypertension, myocardial infarction, bledding, anemia, heatitis, hepatotoxicity, failure, jaundice, acute renal failure, Reye's syndrome, GI problems Generic: NaproxenBrand: Aleve, Midol [Extended Relief], PamprinCommon Dose: dose of 500mg, then 250mg q6-8 hrs, max 1.25g/dayTherapeutic Class: NSAIDCommon Indications: Treatment of mild to moderate pain, management of ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid disorders, acute gout, tendonitis, bursitis, dysmenorrhea, feverAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other NSAIDs, coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) Sx painSide Effects: Rash, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, edema, abd. pain, constpiation, heartburn, anemia, hepatitis, liver failure, jaundice, acute renal failure, nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, congestive heart failure, GI problems Generic: CetirizineBrand: Zyrtec, AllDayCommon Dose: 5-10mg SIDTherapeutic Class: Histamine H1 , second generationCommon Indications: Treatment of and seasonal allergies Absolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, hydroxyzineSide Effects: Xerostomia, headache, somnolence, fatigue Generic: ChlorpheniramineBrand: Ahist, Allerchlor, Chlorhist, Chlorphen, TeldrinCommon Dose: 4mg q4-6 hrs, max 24mg/dayTherapeutic Class: Histamine H1 antagonist, first Common Indications: Perennial and allergiesAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, narrow angle glaucoma, bladder neck obstruction, acute asthmatic attacks, premature/term newborns (associated with SIDS), Beers CriteriaSide Effects: N/V/D, constipation, somnolence Generic: DiphenhydramineBrand: Benadryl, UnisomCommon Dose: 25-50mg q6-8 hrs, max 400mg/dayTherapeutic Class: Histamine H1 antagonist, first generationCommon Indications: Allergy symptoms, anaphylaxis (when combined with epinephrine), night time sleep aid, prevention/treatment of motion sickness, antitussive, manage Parkinson's syndromeAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, asthma, neonates/preemies, breast feeding, local anaesthetic use (injection)Side Effects: , anaphylaxis, dizziness, dyskinesia, sedation, somnolence, dry nasal mucosa, pharyngeal dyness, thick bronchial sputum Generic: LoratidineBrand: Claritin, Alavert, TavistCommon Dose: 10mg/day on an empty stomachTherapeutic Class: Histamine H1 antagonist, generationCommon Indications: Nasal & non-nasal seasonal rhinits, chronic idiopathic urticariaAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivty to itSide Effects: Xerostomia, headache, somnolence, fatigue, decreased liver function Generic: Hydrocodone & ChlorpheniramineBrand: Tussionex, TussicapsCommon Dose: Capsule: 10mg/8mg (1 capsule) q12 hrs, max 2 caps/day; Liquid: 5mL q12 hrs, max 10mL/dayTherapeutic Class: Analgesic, Opioid, Antitussive, Histamine H1 antagonist, First generationCommon Indications: Relief of cough and upper respiratory symptoms associated with cold and allergyAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity, < 6 yrs of ageSide Effects: N/V, rash, chest tightness, anxiety, dizziness, drowsiness, dysphoria, , fear, sedation, psychological dependence, constipation, pruritus, ureteral spasm, urinary retention, vesicle sphincter spasm, dryness of pharynx, respiratory depression Generic: BenzonatateBrand: Tessalon, ZonatussCommon Dose: 100mg TID-q4 hrs, max 600mg/dayTherapeutic Class: AntitussiveCommon Indications: Relief of nonproductive coughAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivty to it, related drugsSide Effects: Nausea, dizziness, , sedation, somnolence; If capsules are broken or chewed, numbness of tongue and throat and oral hypoaesthesia may occur Generic: DextromethorphanBrand: Delsym, Robitussin, Pediacare, Triaminic, Vicks 44, 12hr Cough ReliefCommon Dose: 10-20mg q4 hrs, 30mg q6-8 hrs; ER: 60mg BID, max 120mg/dayTherapeutic Class: AntitussiveCommon Indications: Treatment of cough caused by common cold or inhaled irritantsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity, concurrent administration/use within 2 weeks of taking an MAOISide Effects: Dizziness, somnolence, Generic: Brand: MucinexCommon Dose: 200-400mg q4 hrs; ER: 600-1200mg q12 hrs, max 2.4g/dayTherapeutic Class: ExpectorantCommon Indications: Loosen phlegm and thin bronchial secretionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: N/V Generic: OxymetazolineBrand: Afrin, Duramist, 12hr Nasal ReliefCommon Dose: Opthalmic: 1-2gtt/eye q6 hrs prn; Nasal: 2-3 sprays each nostril BID x 3 days Therapeutic Class: Adrenergic agonist agent, Imidazoline derivative, Vasoconstrictor, Nasal, OphthalmicCommon Indications: Treatment of nasal congestion, acute or chronic rhinitis, common cold, hay fever, allergies; Opthalmic: eye redness, minor irritantsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: Headache, , nervousness, nasal congestion, rebound, dry nasal mucosa, stinging/burning in nostrils, sneezing, cardiac dysrhythmia, tachyarrhythmia, hypertension Generic: Brand: Afrin nasal mist, Pediacare, Common Dose: Oral: 10-20mg q4 hrs (HCl), 10-20mg q12 hrs (tannate); Nasal: 1-2 sprays q4 hrs x 3 days; Hemorrhoids: QIDTherapeutic Class: Alpha/beta agonist, Opthalmic agent: Antiglaucoma, MydriaticCommon Indications: Treatment of nasal/nasopharyngeal mucosal congestion, relief of eye redness, treatment of hemorrhoidsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, hypertension, tachycardia, narrow-angle glaucoma, administration with or within 2 wks of an MAOI, use in newborns, while breastfeedingSide Effects: Hypertension, transient pain in eye, rebound nasal congegstion, stinging/burning in nostrils, sneezing, myocardial infarction, tachyarrhythmia, ventricular arrhythmia, pulmonary edema Generic: PseudoephedrineBrand: SudafedCommon Dose: 60mg q4-6 hrs, 120mg q12 hrs, 240mg q24 hrs, max 240mg/dayTherapeutic Class: Alpha/beta agonistCommon Indications: Nasal congestion due to common cold, upper respiratory allergies, sinusitis, promotion of nasal or sinus dischargeAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, use with or 14 days of an MAOI, use in newborns, while breastfeedingSide Effects: Hypertension, tachyarrhythmia, insomnia, anxiety, nervousnes, restlessness, atrial fibrillation, infarction, premature ventricular contractions Generic: Brand: , Correctol, Biscolax, Ex-LaxCommon Dose: 5-15mg single dose, 30mg for complete evacuation; take on empty stomach for rapid effect; do not use within 1 hr of ingesting dairy or antacids; Suppository: 10mg onceTherapeutic Class: Laxative, StimulantCommon Indications: Constpiation, colonic evacuation prior to proceduresAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, abdominal pain or obstruction, nausea, vomiting, Beers CriteriaSide Effects: Abdominal colic, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, atony of colon; Suppository: proctitis Generic: SennaBrand: Senokot, Black Draught, Sennagen, Fleet, Ex-LaxCommon Dose: 12mg SID, upto 70-100mg/day BID, max 7 days. 130mg between 2-4pm day prior to exam (for colonic evacuation)Therapeutic Class: Laxative, StimulantCommon Indications: Short term treatment of constipation, evacuationAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, obstruction, Crohn's disease, colitis ulcerosa, appendicitis, abdominal pain of unknown origin, pregnancySide Effects: Abdominal pain, nausea, cramps, diarrhea, melanotic pigmentation of the colonic mucosa, electrolyte abnormalities, urine discoloration, nephritis, finger clubbing Generic: Polyethylene GlycolBrand: Dulcolax balance, MiralaxCommon Dose: 17g (approx. 1 heaping Tbsp) in 4-8oz beverage SID up to 7 days (longer if directed)Therapeutic Class: , OsmoticCommon Indications: Treatment of occasional constipation in adultsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: N/D, flatulence, stomach cramps, swollen abdomen Generic: DocusateBrand: Colace, Correctol, Dolcolax, FleetCommon Dose: 50-500mg/day in 1-4 doses; 50-100mg in enema fluidTherapeutic Class: Stool softenerCommon Indications: Constipation associated with hard and dry stools, prophylaxis for straining following myocardial infarction, patients who should avoid straining; doses < 200mg may be ineffective in long term treatmentAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, concomitant use with mineral oil, intestinal obstruction, acute abdominal pain, nausea, vomitingSide Effects: N/D, cramping, bitter in mouth, hepatotoxicity Generic: LoperamideBrand: , DiamodeCommon Dose: Initial dose of 4mg followed by 2mg after each loose stool, max 8-16mg/day on severity of diarrheaTherapeutic Class: AntidiarrhealCommon Indications: Treatment of chronic diarrhea associated with inflammatory bowel disease, acute nonspecific diarrhea, increased volume of ileostomy dischargeAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, abdominal pain without diarrhea, use as primary therapy in acute dysentery, acute ulcerative colitis, bacterial enterocolitis, pseudomembranous colitis, children < 2 yrs of ageSide Effects: N/D, abdominal pain, xerostomia, dizziness, somnolence, fatigue, hyperglycemia, necrotizing enterocolitis in fetus or newborn Generic: PrednisoloneBrand: Millipred, Omnipred, Orapred, Prelone, VeripredCommon Dose: 5-60mg/day, titrated to lowest effective doseTherapeutic Class: Corticosteroid, Opthalmic, SystemicCommon Indications: Treatment of inflammation, inflammatory disorders, endocrine disordersAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, acute superficial herpes simplex keratitis, live or attenuated vaccines, systemic fungal or bacterial infections, varicellaSide Effects: Edema, hypertension, acne, hyperflycemia, abnormal lipid count, muscle wasting, osteoporosis, , glaucoma, psychosis, congestiv heart failure, Cushing's disease, pseudotumor cerebri, seizures, Kaposi's sarcoma, diabetes mellitus Generic: Albuterol inhaler (HFA)Brand: AccuNeb, ProAir HFA, Proventil HFA, HFA, VoSpire ERCommon Dose: Bronchospasm: 2 puffs q4-6 hr; Asthma: 4-8 puffs q20min for up to 4 hrs (patients < 12 yrs take 3 doses), then q1-4 hrs prn; of exercise-induced bronchospasm: 1-2 puffs 5-30 min prior to exerciseTherapeutic Class: Beta-2 agonistCommon Indications: Treatment or prevention of bronchospasm in patients with reversible obstructive airway disease, prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasmAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: Nausea, tachyarrhythmia, hypokalemia, pharyngitis, throat irritation, nervousness, headache, remor, cough, rhinitis, upeer respiratory infection, viral lower respiratory infection, atrial fibrillation, myocardial infarction, pulmonary edema Generic: (Diskus)Brand: SereventCommon Dose: 1 inhalation BIDTherapeutic Class: Beta-2 agonist; Beta-2 adrenergic agonist, Long-actingCommon Indications: Maintenance treatment of asthma; prevention of bronchospasm with reversible obstructive airway disease, including nocturnal asthma; prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm; maintenance treatment of bronchospasm associated with COPDAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, must be used with asthma controller medicationSide Effects: Headache, musculoskeletal pain, prolonged QT interval, exacerbation of asthma, asthma-related death Generic: Fluticasone inhaler (HFA)Brand: Flovent Diskus, Flovent HFACommon Dose: 88-880mcg Therapeutic Class: Corticosteroid, (Oral)Common Indications: Maintenance treatment of asthma as prophylactic therapy; also indicated for patients requiring oral corticosteroid therapy for asthma to assist in total discontinuation or reduction of complete oral doseAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, primary treatment of status asthmaticus or acute bronchospasmSide Effects: Anaphylaxis, headache, bronchitis, cough, candidiasis of mouth and esohagus, epistaxis, inflammatory disorder of UR tract, sinusitis, throat irritation, UR infection, secondary hypocortisolism, immune hypersensitivity rxn, glaucoma, pneumonia Generic: Mometasone nasal sprayBrand: NasonexCommon Dose: 2 sprays/nostril SID-BID; < 12 yrs, 1 /nostrilTherapeutic Class: Corticosteroid, Common Indications: Treatment of nasal symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis; prevention of nasal symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis; treatment of nasal polyps in adultsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: Anaphylaxis, headache, angioedema, aabdominal pain, indigestion, nausea, backache, musculoskeletal pain, myalgia, secondary hypocortisolism, candidiasis, epistaxis, pharyngitis, UR infection Generic: Ipratropium (HFA)Brand: Atrovent HFACommon Dose: Acute asthma exacerbation: Nebulizer: 500mcg q20 min x 3 doses, then prn; MDI: 8 inhalations 120 min prn up to 3 hrs; COPD bronchospasm: Nebulizer: 500mcg TID-QID q6-8 hrs, MDI: 2 inhalations QID up to 12 inhalations/day; < 12 yrs use half to full doseTherapeutic Class: Anticholinergic agentCommon Indications: Anticholinergic bronchodilator used in bronchospasm associated with COPD, bronchitis, and emphysemaAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, atropine, and derivativesSide Effects: Anaphylaxis, abnormal taste in mouth, xerostomia, congestion, dry nasal mucosa, myocardial infarction, paralytic ileus, immune hypersensitivity rxn, angioedema, bronchospasm, urticaria, oropharyngeal edema, cerebrovascular accident Generic: (Handihaler)Brand: SpirivaCommon Dose: 1 capsule inhaled SID (two inhalations)Therapeutic Class: Anticholinergic agentCommon Indications: Maintenance treatment of bronchospasm associated with COPD, including bronchitis and emphysema; reduction of COPD exacerbationsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it or ipratropiumSide Effects: Constipation, xerostomia, pharyngitis, sinusitis, UR infection, bowel obstruction, cerebrovascular accident Generic: MontelukastBrand: SingulairCommon Dose: 10mg SID, 2 hrs before exercise; 2-5 yrs of age use 4mg SID, 6-14 yrs use 5mg SIDTherapeutic Class: Leukotriene receptor Common Indications: Prophylactic and chronic treatment of asthma, relief of symptoms of seasonal and perrenial allergic rhinitis, prevention of -induced bronchospasmAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: Headache, allergic granulomatous angiitis, cholestatic hepatitis, aggressive or altered behavior, suicidal thoughts Generic: IsotretinoinBrand: Amnesteem, Claravis, SotretCommon Dose: 0.5-2mg/kg/day BID x 15-20 weeks, or until acne decreases by 70% (whichever comes first); may be repeated after > 2 months offTherapeutic Class: Acne product, Retinoic acid derivativeCommon Indications: Treat severe recalcitrant nodular acne unresponsive to conventional therapyAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, parabens, vitamin A, other retinoids, pregnancySide Effects: Anaphylaxis, alopecia, cheilitis, dry skin, pruritus, retinoid dermatitis, xerostomia, arthralgia, conjunctivitis, epistaxis, elevated serum triglyceride, pancreatitis, neutropenia, hepatotoxicity, or hearing loss, aggressive behavior, depression Generic: Hydrocortisone creamBrand: Cortaid, Cortizone-10, Dermarest, Locoid, HydroZone, Protocort, TexacortCommon Dose: Topical: apply to affected area BID-QID; Rectal: 10-100mg SID-BID x 2-3 Therapeutic Class: , Topical, RectalCommon Indications: Relief of inflammation of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses (low to medium potency topical corticosteroids); adjunctive treatment of ulcerative colitisAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it; Rectal: systemic fungal infection, ileocolostomy during the immediate or early post-operative periodSide Effects: Atrophic condition of skin, impaired skin healing, GI tract disorder, osteoporosis, depression, Cushing's syndrome, drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency, cataracts, glaucoma, hyperglycemia, immunosuppression Generic: Terbinafine (topical)Brand: Common Dose: Topical: to affected area SID x 1 week, max 4 weeksTherapeutic Class: Topical antifungal agentCommon Indications: Antifungal for treatment of tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), tinea corporis (ringworm); tinea versicolor (prescription only)Absolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: Diarrhea, headache, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme, agranulocytosis, neutropenic disorder, pancytopenia, cutaneous lupus erythematosus, systemic lupus erythematosus, liver failure Generic: Brinzolamide (eye drops)Brand: AzoptCommon Dose: 1 gtt in affected eye TIDTherapeutic Class: Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, Opthalmic, AntiglaucomaCommon Indications: Lowers intraocular in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucomaAbsolute Contraindiations: to it or sulfonamidesSide Effects: Headache, blurred vision, bitter taste in mouth, chest pain, immune hypersensitivity rxn Generic: Ketotifen (eye drops)Brand: Alaway, Claritin Eye, Zaditor, Zyrtec Itchy EyeCommon Dose: 1 gtt in eye BID-TIDTherapeutic Class: Histamine H1 , second generation; Mast cell stabilizer, Piperadine derivativeCommon Indications: Temporary relief of eye itching due to allergic conjunctivitisAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: Headache, dry eyes, conjunctival eye irritation, pain in eye, pharyngitis, rhinitis, influenza Generic: Latanoprost (eye drops)Brand: XalatanCommon Dose: 1 gtt in affected eye SID in eveningTherapeutic Class: Opthalmic agent, Antiglaucoma, Opthalmic prostaglandinCommon Indications: Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle orocularhypertensionAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to Side Effects: Blurred vision, eyelash follicle finding, hyperpigmentation of eyelid, iris pigmentation, macular retinal edema Generic: Brand: ElidelCommon Dose: Apply thin later to affected area BIDTherapeutic Class: Topical immunosuppressantCommon Indications: Short term and intermittent long-term treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis in patients unresponsive to conentional therapy, or when conventional therapy is not appropriateAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: Burning sensation, increased risk of viral infection, headache, fever, basal cell carcinoma, malignant melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, malignant lymphoma, septic arthritis Generic: Timolol (eye drops)Brand: Betimol, Istalol, Timolol, Common Dose: (0.25%): 1 gtt BID in eye; (0.5%): 1 gtt SID in AM, max 1 gtt BID Therapeutic Class: Beta blocker, Nonselective, Opthalmic agent, AntiglaucomaCommon Indications: Treatment of elevated intraocular pressure such as glaucoma or ocular hypertensionAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, sinus bradycardia, sinus node dysfunction, heart block greater than first degree (except in patients with functional artificial pacemaker), cardiogenic shock, uncompensated cardiac failure, bronchospastic diseaseSide Effects: N/V/D, angina, bradyarrhythmia, heart failure, hypotension, pruritus, rash, urticaria, abdominal pain, indigestion, cramps, confusion, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, burning sensation, cataracts, dry eyes, cardiac dysrhythmia Generic: Butalbital, Acetaminophen, & CaffeineBrand: Alagesis, Anolor, Dolgic, Esgic, Fioricet, Margesic, Orbian, Repan, ZebutalCommon Dose: 1-2 tab/cap or 15-30mL q4 hrs, max 6 tabs/caps/180mLTherapeutic Class: BarbiturateCommon Indications: Relief of the symptomatic complex of tension or muscle contraction headacheAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, Side Effects: N/V, abdominal pain, , sedation, somnolence, lightheadedness, dyspnea, erythema multiforme, toxic epidermal necrolysis, seizure Generic: Hydrocodone & AcetaminophenBrand: Hycet, Lorcet, Lortab, Margesic, Maxidone, Norco, Stagesic, Vicodin, Xodol, Zamicet, ZydoneCommon Dose: Hydrocodone: 5-10mg Therapeutic Class: combination (Opioid)Common Indications: Relief of moderate to severe painAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, CNS depression, severe respiratory depressionSide Effects: N/V, dizziness, lightheadedness, sedation, agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, respiratory depression Generic: Propoxyphene & AcetaminophenBrand: , DarvocetCommon Dose: 1-2 tabs q4 hrs prn, max HCl or 600mg napsylate per dayTherapeutic Class: Analgesic combination (Opioid)Common Indications: Management of mild to moderate painAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, severe asthma, hypercapnia, severe respiratory depression, paralytic ileusSide Effects: N/V, dizziness, sedation, electrocardiogram abnormalities, hypotension, papillary necrosis, respiratory depression Generic: Codeine & AcetaminophenBrand: Tylenol with codeineCommon Dose: Codeine: 15-60mg q4-6 hrs, max 360mg/day; max acetaminophen is 4g/dayTherapeutic Class: Analgesic, OpioidCommon Indications: Relief of mild to moderate painAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, / severe asthma, hypercapnia, severe respiratory depression, paralytic ileusSide Effects: N/V, dizziness, lightheadedness, sedation, somnolence, , thrombocytopenia, respiratory depression Generic: OxycodoneBrand: Oxycontin, RoxicodoneCommon Dose: 5-20mg q4-6 hrs prn; CR: 10mg q12 hrsTherapeutic Class: Analgesic, OpioidCommon Indications: Management of moderate to severe pain, normally used in combination with nonopioid analgesicsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, acute/ severe asthma, hypercapnia, severe respiratory depression, paralytic ileusSide Effects: N/V, pruritus, sweating, constipation, xerostomia, asthenia, dizziness, somnolence, cardiac arrest, heart failure, hypotension, shock, immune hypersensitivity rxn, apnea, resppiratory , respiratory depression Generic: TramadolBrand: Ultram, Rybix, Common Dose: 50-100mg q4-6hrs, max 400mg/day; ER: SIDTherapeutic Class: Analgesic, OpioidCommon Indications: Relief of moderate to severe painAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, Opioid dependency, acute intoxication with alcohol, hypnotics, centrally-acting analgesics, opioids, or psychotropic drugsSide Effects: N/V, constipation, xerostomia, dizziness, headache, insomnia, somnolence, myocardial infarction, flushing, pruritus, pancreatitis, anaphylactoid reaction, seizure, dyspnea, respiratory depression Generic: Brand: Bismatrol, , Kao-Tin, Kaopectate, Maalox, PeptoCommon Dose: 524mg q30 min-1 hr, max 8 doses/day; 524mg QID w/meals, at bedtime (H. pylori)Therapeutic Class: AntidiarrhealCommon Indications: Subsalicylate formulation: symptomatic tx of mild, nonspecific diarrhea; control of traveler's diarrhea (E. coli); as part of multidrug regimen for H. pylori eradication to reduce the risk of duodenal ulcer recurrenceAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, subsalicylate formulation: children with viral fevers, hypersensitivity to salicylates, Hx of severe GI bleeding, Hx of coagulopathy, pregnancy in 3rd trimesterSide Effects: N/V/D, constipation, grayish-black stool, tongue discoloration, neurotoxicity Generic: Calcium CarbonateBrand: Alcalak, Alka-mints, Caltrate, Children's Pepto, Maalox, Florical, Nutralox, Tums, MylantaCommon Dose: 1-1.2g/dayTherapeutic Class: Antacid, Antidote Calcium salt, Electrolyte , OralCommon Indications: Antacid, Tx and prevention of Ca2+ deficiency or hyperphosphatemia (osteoporosis, hypoarathyroidism, osteoporosis, rickets), bind phosphateAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypercalcemia, renal calculi, hypophosphatemia, patients with suspected digoxin toxicitySide Effects: N/V, headache, hypophosphatemia, hypercalcemia, constpiation, laxative effect, acid rebound, anorexia, abdominal pain, xerostomia, flatulence, milk-alkali syndrome (high chronic dose), renal failure Generic: CarisoprodolBrand: SomaCommon Dose: 250-350mg TID and at bedtimeTherapeutic Class: Skeletal muscle relaxantCommon Indications: Short-term (2-3 week) Tx of acute musculoskeletal painAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it or meprobamate, acute intermittent porphyria, Beers CriteriaSide Effects: Dizziness, headache, somnolence, seizure, drug abuse or , withdrawal signs or symptoms Generic: Brand: Amrix, Fexmid, Common Dose: 5mg TID; ER: 15mg SIDTherapeutic Class: Skeletal muscle relaxantCommon Indications: Treatment of muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, use with or within 12 days of taking an MAOI, hyperthyroidism, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, heart block or conduction disturbances, acute recovery phase of MI, Beers CriteriaSide Effects: Anaphylaxis, palpitations, bad taste, constipation, indigestion, nausea, pharyngeal dryness, xerostomia, asthenia, confusion, dizziness, headache, somnolence, blurred vision, feeling nervous, cardiac dysrhythmia, cholestasis, hepatitis, jaundice Generic: LactuloseBrand: Constulose, Enulose, Generlac, KristaloseCommon Dose: 10-30g (15-45mL) SID-QID; Rectal: 200g (300mL) with 700mL H2O; Ped: 0.7-60g (2.5-90mL) in divided doses/dayTherapeutic Class: Ammonium detoxicant, Osmotic laxativeCommon Indications: Prevention and treatment of portal-systemic encephalopathy (including hepatic precoma and coma), Tx constipationAbsolute Contraindiations: Use in patients requiring a low dietSide Effects: N/V/D, bloating, flatulence, cram, epigastric pain, hypernatremia, Generic: OndansetronBrand: Zofran, ZuplenzCommon Dose: 0.15mg/kg TID, 0.45mg/kg SID, 8-10mg SID-BID, 24-32mg SIDTherapeutic Class: Antiemetic, Selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonistCommon Indications: Prevention of N/V associated with moderately to emetogenic cancer chemotherapy; radiotherapy; prevention of post-op N/V, Tx of post-op N/V if no prophylactice dose of ondansetron receivedAbsolute Contraindiations: to it, other 5-HT3 antagonists, concomitant use of apomorphineSide Effects: Anaphylaxis, diarrhea, constipation, increased liver enzymes, headache, fatigue, malaise, cardiac dysrhythmia, bronchospasm Generic: KetorolacBrand: Acular, Common Dose: Oral: 20mg, then 10mg q4-6 hrs; Ophthalmic: 1 gtt QID x 4-14 days; IV: 30mg single or q6 hrs; IM: 60mg , 30mg q6 hrs, max 120mgTherapeutic Class: NSAIDCommon Indications: Oral/Injection: < 5 day management of moderate to severe acute pain requiring opioid analgesia; Ophthalmic: temporary relief of ocular itching due to seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, treatment of post-op symptoms from cataract or refractive SxAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other NSAIDs, Hx of peptic ulcer disease or GI bleeding/perforation, renal disease, concomitant use with probenecid or pentoxifylline, Beers CriteriaSide Effects: Anaphylaxis, rash, edema, hypertension, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, dizziness, headache, somnolence, pain, myocardial infarction, hepatitis, jaundice, liver failure, nephritis, GI bleeding/perforation, hemmorhaging Generic: CelecoxibBrand: CelebrexCommon Dose: 100-400mg/day SID-BIDTherapeutic Class: NSAID, COX-2 selectiveCommon Indications: Relief of signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, Tx of primary dysmenorrhea, reduction of intestinal polyps in familial adenomatous polyposisAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other NSAIDs, sulfonamides, asirin, perioperative pain with CABG Side Effects: N/D, anaphylaxis, hypertension, headache, MI, torsades de pointes, ventricular hypertrophy, erythema multiforme, erythroderma, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, GI /perforation/ulcer, thromboses, hepatitis, liver failure Generic: CimetidineBrand: TagametCommon Dose: 300mg QID, 800mg hs, 400mg BID up to 8 weeks, max 800mg BID up to 12 weeks; Heartburn relief: 200mg up to BIDTherapeutic Class: Histamine H2 antagonistCommon Indications: Short term treatment of active duodenal ulcers and benign gastric ulcers; maintenance therapy of duodenal ulcers; of gastric hypersecretory states; treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)Absolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, H2 antagonistsSide Effects: Gynecomastia, headache, necrotizing enterocolitis in fetus or newborn, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, seizure, psychotic disorder Generic: FamotidineBrand: Pepcid, Heartburn reliefCommon Dose: Acute: 40mg hs, 20mg BID x 4-8 weeks; Maintenance: 20mg hs, up to 160mg q6 hrs; Children: 0.5mg/kg/day po, divided BID, max 40mg/day or BID depending on situation; OTC: > 12 yrs oldTherapeutic Class: Histamine H2 antagonistCommon Indications: Maintenance therapy and treatment of duodenal ulcer; treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), active benign gastric ulcer, pathological hypersecretory conditionsAbsolute Contraindiations: to it or other H2 antagonistsSide Effects: Anaphylaxis, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, necrotizing enterocolitis in fetus or newborn, angioedema, seizure, interstitial pneumonia, nosocomial Generic: Brand: ZantacCommon Dose: 150mg SID-BID; 300mg SID hs; Pediatric (1 mo-16 yr): 2-10mg/kg/day divided BID po; IV: 2-4mg/kg q6-8 hrs; Prevention of heartburn, > 12 yrs and OTC: 75 mg before food/drink, max 150mg/dayTherapeutic Class: Histamine H2 antagonistCommon Indications: Short term and maintenance treatment of duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer, GERD, active benign ulcer, erosive esophagitis, pathological hypersecretory conditions; part of a multidrug regimen for eradication of H. pylori to reduce risk of duodenal ulcerAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, headache, bradyarrhythmia, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, necrotizing enterocolitis in fetus or newborn, pancreatitis, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia, pancytopenia, thrombocytopenia, hepatitis Generic: LansoprazoleBrand: PrevacidCommon Dose: 15-60mg SID, up to 90mg BID x usually 4-12 weeks; Pediatric: 15-30mg SID x up to 12 weeksTherapeutic Class: Proton pump inhibitor, Substituted benzimidazoleCommon Indications: Short term treatment of active duodenal ulcers, maintenance Tx of healed duodenal ulcers, part of multidrug regimen to eradicate H. pylori, Tx and reduce risk of NSAID-associated ulcer, Tx of GERD, promote healing of esophagusAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to Side Effects: N/D, anaphylaxis, abdominal pain, constipation, headache, pancreatitis, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme, bone fracture, rhabdomyolysis, acute interstitial nephritis Generic: EsomeprazoleBrand: NexiumCommon Dose: 20-40mg SID, up to 240mg/dayTherapeutic Class: Proton pump inhibitor, Substituted benzimidazoleCommon Indications: Oral: short-term (4-8 wks) Tx of erosive esophagitis; maintaining healing of erosive esophagitis; Tx of symptomatic GERD; as part of multidrug regimen to eradicate H. pylori; reduce risk of gastric ulcer from NSAID therapyAbsolute Contraindiations: to it, substituted benzimidazoles (omeprazole, lansoprazole)Side Effects: D/N, anaphylaxis, abdominal pain, constipation, flatulence, xerostomia, headache, somnolence, S-J syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme, angioedema, bone , rhabdomyolysis, acute interstitial nephritis Generic: Brand: Metozolv, Common Dose: 10-15mg up to QID, Tx > 12 weeks not recommended; Pediatric: 0.1-0.2mg/kg/dose QID, max 5 doses/day po; IV: 1-2mg/kg before chemo & q2-4 hrsTherapeutic Class: Antiemetic, Gastrointestinal agent, ProkineticCommon Indications: Oral: symptomatic Tx of diabetic gastroparesis, gastroesophageal reflux; IV/IM: prevention and/or Tx of N/V associated with chemo/post-Sx to stimulate gastric emptying and intestinal transit of Ba during radiological examination of stomach/small intestineAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, GI obstruction/perforation/hemorrhage, pheochromocytoma, Hx of seizures, concomitant use of agents likely to increase extrapyramidal rxnsSide Effects: N/V, edema, asthenia, headache, somnolence, fatigue, neuroleptic malignant syndrome Generic: ProchlorperazineBrand: ComproCommon Dose: 5-10mg TID-QID, up to 150mg/day (antipsychotic); Pediatric > 10 yrs: 0.4mg/kg/day divided TID-QID, or 2.5mg q8-24 hrsTherapeutic Class: Antiemetic, Antipsychotic, Tyipcal, PhenothiazineCommon Indications: Management of N/V, psychotic disorders including schizophrenia and anxietyAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, severe CNS depression, coma, pediatric Sx, Reye's syndrome, use in children < 2 yrs or < 9kgSide Effects: Hypotension, constipation, xerostomia, akathisia, dizziness, phoyosensitivity, dystonia, vision, prolonged QT interval, torsades de pointes, ineffective thermoregulation, diminished sweating, seizure, priapism Generic: Brand: AllegraCommon Dose: 60mg BID or 180mg SIDTherapeutic Class: Histamine H1 antagonist, Second generation, Piperidine derivativeCommon Indications: Relief of symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis, treatment of chronic idiopathic urticaria, OTC labeling, relief of symptoms associated with allergic rhinitisAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to itSide Effects: Indigestion, dizziness, headache, somnolence, otitis media, dysmenorrhea, upper respiratory infection, fatigue, viral disease, cold, influenza Generic: DoxazosinBrand: Common Dose: Titration up to 16mg/day (8mg for BPH, 16mg for )Therapeutic Class: Alpha-1 blockerCommon Indications: Treatment ofhyertension as monotherapy or in conjunction with diuretics, ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, or calcium antagonists; Tx of urinary outflow obstruction and/or obstructive and irritative symptoms associated with BPHAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, quinazolines (prazosin, terazosin), Beers CriteriaSide Effects: Edema, hypotension, nausea, dizziness, headache, somnolence, vertigo, fatigue, hepatitis, intraoperative flopy iris syndrome, priapism Generic: TamsulosinBrand: FlomaxCommon Dose: 0.4-0.8mg SID, 30 minutes after mealTherapeutic Class: Alpha-1 blockerCommon Indications: Treatment of signs and symptoms of Absolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to Side Effects: Infectious disease, backache, asthenia, dizziness, headache, insomnia, somnolence, abnormal ejaculation, rhinitis, retinal detachment, priapism Generic: OxybutyninBrand: Ditropan, Gelnique, OxytrolCommon Dose: 5mg BIG-TID, max QID; ER: 5-10mg initial, up to 30mg/day; Topical: 1 sachet SID; Transdermal: 3.9mg patch BIWTherapeutic Class: Antispasmodic agent, UrinaryCommon Indications: Antispasmodic for neurogenic bladder (urgency, frequency, leakage, urge incontinence, dysuria); ER formulation also indicated for Tx of detrusor overactivity due to a neurological (e.g., sina bifida)Absolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, risk or diagnosis of narrow-angle glaucoma, urinary retention, gastric retention or conditions with severely decreased GI Side Effects: Application site erythema/rash, pruritus, constipation, diarrhea, xerostomia, angioedema, gastroenteritis, dizziness, somnolence, headache, confusion, seizure, psychotic disorder, mycosis Generic: TolterodineBrand: DetrolCommon Dose: 1-2mg BID; ER: 2-4mg SIDTherapeutic Class: Anticholinergic agentCommon Indications: Treatment of patients with overactive bladder with symptoms of urinary , urgency, or urge incontinenceAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, retention, gastric retention, uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucomaSide Effects: Anaphylaxis, constipation, xerostomia, headache, angioedema, dementia, memory impairment Generic: SildenafilBrand: Revatio, Common Dose: ED: 50mg (25-100) SID 1 hr to sexual activity; Hypertension: 20mg TID, 4-6 hrs apartTherapeutic Class: Phosphodiesterase-5 enzyme inhibitorCommon Indications: Vigra: treatment of erectile dysfunction; Revatio: treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension to improve exercise ability and delay clinical worseningAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, concurrent use of organic nitrates in any form, concurrent use with protease inhibitor regimen when sildenafil is used for pulmonary artery hypertensionSide Effects: Erythema, flushing, indigestion, headache, insomnia, visual disturbance, epistaxis, rhinitis, myocardial infarction, priapism, decreased hearing, hemoglobin sickle cell disease with vaso-occlusive crisis Generic: Epoetin AlfaBrand: Epogen, Common Dose: 50-150 units/kg TIW, 10,000 units TIW to 40-60,000 SIWTherapeutic Class: Colony stimulating factorCommon Indications: Treatment of anemia associated with HIV therapy, chronic renal failure, reduction of allogeneic blood transfusion for elective, noncardiac, nonvascular surgeryAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to human albumin or mammalian cell-derived products, uncontrolled hypertension, Hg > 12Side Effects: N/V/D, edema, hypertension, pruritus, rash, constipation, indigestion, dizziness, headache, insomnia, paresthesia, cough, congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, anemia, deep vein thrombosis, porphyria, cerebral ischemia, seizure, encephalopathy Generic: Ferrous Sulfate (Oral)Brand: Feosol, Fer-In-Sol, Fer-iron, MyKidz Iron 10, Slow FECommon Dose: 300mg BID, up to 300mg QID; ER: 250mg SID-BID; Elemental: 8-27mg/dayTherapeutic Class: Iron Common Indications: Prevention and treatment of iron-deficiency Absolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, iron salts, hemochromatosis, hemolytic anemiaSide Effects: Constipation, dark stools, nausea, immune hypersensitivity reaction Generic: Iron (Injection)Brand: VenoferCommon Dose: Elemental: max 1g over 14 days, 10 doses total, or 3 doses/week; 100-300mg/dose slow infusionTherapeutic Class: Iron saltCommon Indications: Treatment of iron-deficiency anemia in chronic renal failure, including nondialysis-dependent patients and dialysis-dependent patients receiving erythropoietin therapyAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, evidence of iron overload, anemia not caused by iron deficiencySide Effects: N/V/D, , hypotension, leg cramping, headache, seizure, loss of consciousness, collapse, dyspnea Generic: AmoxicillinBrand: Amoxil, MoxatagCommon Dose: 250-500mg q8 hrs, 500-875mg BID, XR: SIDTherapeutic Class: , PenicillinCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infectionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other penicillins, other beta lactamsSide Effects: N/V/D, rash, anaphylaxis, fungal infection Generic: Amoxicillin & Clavulanate Brand: , AugmentinCommon Dose: Based on amoxicillin component: 250-500mg q8 hrs, 875mg BIDTherapeutic Class: Antibiotic, PenicillinCommon Indications: Treat bacterial infectionsAbsolute Contraindiations: Hypersensitivity to it, other penicillins, other beta lactams, Hx of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction; XR: severe renal impairment/hemodialysisSide Effects: N/V/D, rash, anaphylaxis, fungal infection, S-J syndrome, cholestasis, hepatotoxicity, mycosis |
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