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PHM 113 B&Gs Week 4
Brand | Generic | Therapeutic Class | Indications | Special Considerations |
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Synthroid | Levothyroxine | Thyroid hormone | treat hypothyroidism, enlarged thyroid, and thyroid cancer | Can cause cardiac adverse reactions in geriatric patients or those with cardiovascular diseases |
Plan B | Levonorgestrel | Progestogen | prevent pregnancy | Does not terminate an existing pregnancy; can increase fertility immediately after use. |
Yaz | Ethinyl Estradiol | Birth control | prevent pregnancy | Patients should not smoke due to increased risk of heart attack/blood clots/stroke. |
Evista | Raloxifene | Estrogen modulator | prevent and treat bone loss | Increases risk of blood clots/stroke |
Premarin | Conjugated estrogens | Estrogen replacement of menopause | help reduce symptoms | Estrogen can increase the chances of uterine/breast cancer, heart attacks/strokes. |
Boniva | Ibandronate | Bisphosphonate | treat osteoporosis | Can cause hypocalcemia, calcium and vitamin D supplements recommended |
Ala-Cort | Hydrocortisone | Corticosteroid | treat skin conditions | Topical, apply in a thin film |
Actonel | Risendronate | Bisphosphonate | treat osteoporosis | Vitamin D and mineral supplements may be necesary for patients with inadequacies in diet. |