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Brand	Generic	Class	Other
Combivir	zidovudine 300mg/ lamivudine 150mg	NRTI combo	See individual drugs
Trizivir	zidovudine 300mg/ lamivudine 150mg/ abacavir 300mg	NRTI combo	See individual drugs
Truvada	tenofovir 300mg/ emtricitabine 200mg	NRTI combo	See individual drugs
Epzicom	abacavir 600mg/ lamivudine 300mg	NRTI combo	See individual drugs
Agenerase	amprenavir (APV)	PI	Rash, Gi intolerance, oral paresthesias
Reyataz	atazanavir (ATV)	PI	take with food, hyperbilirubinemia, prolonged PR interval
Lexiva	fosamprenavir (f-APV)	PI	Skin Rash, with or without food
Crixivan	indinavir (IDV)	PI	take on empty stomach, nephrolithiasis, hyperbilirubinemia
Kaletra	lopinavir/ ritonavir (LPV/r)	PI	Take with food, hypertriglyceridemia, GI intolerance
Viracept	nelfinavir (NFV)	PI	Take with food, severe diarrhea
Norvir	ritonavir (RTV)	PI	hepatotoxicity, GI intolerance, pancreatitis, keep refrigerated, good at room temp for 1 month
Invirase	saquinavir (hard gel) (HGC)	PI	GI intolerance
Fortovase	saquinavir (soft gel) (SGC)	PI	GI intolerance, keep refridgerated, room temperature for 3 months
Rescriptor	delavirdine (DLV)	NNRTI	Rash, increased LFTs, HA
Sustiva	efavirenz (EFV)	NNRTI	intial DOC, CNS sx, rash, inc. LFTs, teratogenic, take on empty stomach
Viramune	nevirapine(NVP)	NNRTI	Rash, symptomatic hepatitis, w/out regard to meals
Ziagen	abacavir, ABC	NRTI	hypersensitivity, EtOH inc levels by 41%
Videx	didanosine, ddI	NRTI	Pancreatitis, periph. neuropathy, inc SE with d4T use, take on empty stomach
Emtriva	emtricitabine, FTC	NRTI	Min. toxicity, hyperpigmentation, do not use with 3TC
Epivir	lamivudine, 3TC	NRTI	Min. toxicity, do not use with FTC
Zerit	stavudine, d4T	NRTI	Periph. neuropathy, lipoatrophy, pancreatitis, dyslipdemia, no use w/ AZT, inc SE w/ddI
Viread	tenofovir (TDF)	NRTI	Nephrotoxicity, osteopenia
Hivid	zalcitabine, ddC	NRTI	Periph. neuropathy, stomatitis, pancreatitis
Retrovir	zidovudine, AZT, ZDV	NRTI	Bone-marrow suppression, useful in reducing Mother to Child transmission, no use with d4T
Keflex, Keftab	cephalexin	1st Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Duricef, Ultracef	cefadroxil	1st Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Velosef	cephradine	1st Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Cefadyl	cephapirin	1st Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Ancef, Kefzol	Cefazolin	1st Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Ceclor	cefaclor	2nd Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Mefoxin	cefoxitin	2nd Gen. Ceph	good antianaerobic activity
Ceftin, Kefurox, Zinacef	cefuroxime	2nd Gen. Ceph	for UTIs
Monocid	cefonicid	2nd Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Zefazone	cefmetazole	2nd Gen. Ceph	disulfiram-like rx with alcohol
Cefotan	cefotetan	2nd Gen. Ceph	good antianaerobic activity, disulfiram-like rxn with alcohol
Cefzil	cefprozil	2nd Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Lorabid	loracarbef	2nd Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Omnicef	cefdinir	3rd Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Spectracef	cefditoren	3rd Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Suprax	cefixime	3rd Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Vantin	cefpodoxime	3rd Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Cefobid	cefoperazone	3rd Gen. Ceph	good antipseudomonal activity, disulfiram-like rxn with alcohol
Claforan	cefotaxime	3rd Gen. Ceph	good Strept. pneumoniae cov.
Cefizox	ceftizoxime	3rd Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Rocephin	ceftriaxone	3rd Gen. Ceph	good S. pneumoniae coverage
Fortaz, Tazidime, Tazicef	ceftazidime	3rd Gen. Ceph	good antipseudomonal action
Cedax	ceftibuten	3rd Gen. Ceph	(blank)
Maxipime	cefepime	4th Gen. Ceph	good antipseudomonal activity
Nydrazide	isoniazid	antitubercular	Vit B6 deficiency, hepatotoxicity
Rifadin, Rimactane	rifampin	antitubercular	enzyme inducer, hepatotoxic, orange discoloration of bodily fluids
(blank)	pyrazinamide	antitubercular	intial combo for TB, hepatotoxicity, hyperuricemia
Myambutol	ethambutol	antitubercular	(blank)
(blank)	streptomycin	antitubercular	aminoglycoside, ototoxicity/nepthrotoxicity
Lariam	mefloquine hcl	antimalarials	neuropsychiatric AE
Malarone	atovaquone/proguanil	antimalarials	for chloroquine-resistant strains,
Aralen	chloroquine	antimalarials	monitor for ocular or auditory changes, may cause neuropathy, worsen psoriasis sx
Plaquenil	hydroxychloroquine	antimalarials	also used for tx of SLE and Rheumatoid arthritis, phototoxicity
Naturetin	bendroflumethiazide	Thiazide Diuretic	increased cholesterol and glucose, decrease K, Na, and Mg, increased uric acid and Ca
Aquatag, Exna	benzthiazide	Thiazide Diuretic	increased cholesterol and glucose, decrease K, Na, and Mg, increased uric acid and Ca
Diruil	Chlorothiazide	Thiazide Diuretic	increased cholesterol and glucose, decrease K, Na, and Mg, increased uric acid and Ca
Hygroton, Hylidone	Chlorthalidone	Thiazide Diuretic	increased cholesterol and glucose, decrease K, Na, and Mg, increased uric acid and Ca
HydroDIURIL, Microzide	HCTZ	Thiazide Diuretic	increased cholesterol and glucose, decrease K, Na, and Mg, increased uric acid and Ca
Saluron, Diucardin	Hydroflumethiazide	Thiazide Diuretic	increased cholesterol and glucose, decrease K, Na, and Mg, increased uric acid and Ca
(blank)	Methyclothiazide	Thiazide Diuretic	increased cholesterol and glucose, decrease K, Na, and Mg, increased uric acid and Ca
Renese	Polythiazide	Thiazide Diuretic	increased cholesterol and glucose, decrease K, Na, and Mg, increased uric acid and Ca
Metahydrin, Naqua	Trichlormethiazide	Thiazide Diuretic	increased cholesterol and glucose, decrease K, Na, and Mg, increased uric acid and Ca
Mykrox	Metalazone	Thiazide Like diuretic	Less or no hypercholesteolemia than thiazides
Zaroxolyn	Metolazone	Thiazide Like	Less or no hypercholesterolemia than thiazides
Lozol	Indapamide	Thiazide Like	Less or no hypercholesterolemia than thiazides
Midamor	Amiloride	K-sparing	Hyperkalemia
Dyrenium	Triamterene	K-sparing	Avoid with hx of kidney stones or hepatic disease
Hylorel	Guanadrel	Postganglionic Adrenergic Neuron Blocker	Postural Hypotension, diarrhea
Ismelin	Guanethidine monosulfate	Postganglionic Adrenergic Neuron Blocker	Postural Hypotension, diarrhea
Serpasil	reserpine	Postganglionic Adrenergic Neuron Blocker	Nasal congestion, sedation, depression, activation of peptic ulcer, memory impairment, wt gain, sleep disturbances
Catapres	clonidine HCl	Centrally active alpha 2 agonists	sedation, dry mouth, bradycardia, withdrawal HTN, impotence
Wytensin	guanabenz acetate	Centrally active alpha 2 agonists	sedation, dry mouth, bradycardia, withdrawal HTN, impotence
Tenex	guanfacine HCl	Centrally active alpha 2 agonists	sedation, dry mouth, bradycardia, withdrawal HTN, impotence
Aldomet	Methyldopa	Centrally Active alpha 2 agonists	sedation, dry mouth, bradycardia, withdrawal HTN, impotence
Cardura	doxazosin mesylate	Peripherally acting alpha 1 blockers	syncope, diarrhea, wt gain, edema, dry mouth, priapism, no effects on glucose or cholesterol
Minipress	Prazosin hcl	Peripherally acting alpha 1 blockers	syncope, diarrhea, wt gain, edema, dry mouth, priapism, no effects on glucose or cholesterol
Hytrin	Terazosin hcl	Peripherally acting alpha 1 blockers	syncope, diarrhea, wt gain, edema, dry mouth, priapism, no effects on glucose or cholesterol
Kerlone	Betaxolol	BB	may mask hypoglycemia
Cartrol	Carteolol	BB	ISA
Levatol	penbutolol sulfate	BB	ISA
Blocadren	timolol maleate	BB	(blank)
Normodyne, Trandate	labetalol	BB/alpha blocker	(blank)
Apresoline	Hydralazine hcl	Direct Vasodilator	HA, fluid retention, tachycardia
Loniten	minoxidil	Direct vasodilator	Hirsutism
DynaCirc, CR	isradipine	CCB dihydropyridine	edema of the ankle, flushing, HA, gingival hyperplasia
Caredene SR	nicardipine	CCB dihydropyridine	edema of the ankle, flushing, HA, gingival hyperplasia
Sular	nisoldipine	CCB dihydropyridine	edema of the ankle, flushing, HA, gingival hyperplasia
Univasc	moexipril	ACEI	cough, angiodema, hyperkalemia, loss of taste
Aceon	perindopril	ACEI	cough, angiodema, hyperkalemia, loss of taste
Mavik	trandolapril	ACEI	cough, angiodema, hyperkalemia, loss of taste
Teveten	eprosartan	ARB	angioedema, hyperkalemia
Cozaar	losartan	ARB	angioedema, hyperkalemia
Micardis	telmisartan	ARB	angioedema, hyperkalemia
Intropin	dopamine	Inotrope	increases HR, contractility, myocardial O2 demand, use for systemic hypotension or cardigenic shock
Dobutrex	dobutamine	Inotrope	increases HR, contractility, myocardial O2 demand, not useful to increase BP
Primacor	milrinone	Inotrope	arrhythmias, hypotension, HA, alt to dopamine/dobutamine, may be useful if on BB
Nipride	nitroprusside	Arterial and venous dilator	Hypotension, HA, tachycardia, cyanide and thiocyanate toxicity, myocardial ischemia
Natrecor	nesiritide	arterial and venous dilator	hypotension, HA w/diuretics, is a B-type natriuretic peptide
Quinaglute Dura-Tabs, Duraquin, Quinalan, Quinatime	Quinidine gluconate	Antiarrhythmic Class Ia	QTc prolongation, torsades de pointes, diarrhea
Quinidex, Cin-Quin, Quinora	Quinidine sulfate	Antiarrhythmic Class Ia	QTc prolongation, torsades de pointes, diarrhea
Cardioquin	Quinidine polygalacturate	Antiarrhythmic Class Ia	QTc prolongation, torsades de pointes, diarrhea
Procanbid, Pronestyl	procainamide	Antiarrhythmic Class Ia	Lupus-like syndrome, QTc prolongation, torsades de pointes, hypotension, dizziness, blurred vision, GI distress
Norpace, CR	disopyramide	Antiarrhythmic Class Ia	Anticholinergic side effects, decreased cardiac contractility, HF, QTc prolongation, torsades de pointes, hypoglycemia
Ethmozine	moricizine	Antiarrhythmic Class Ia	dizziness, nausea, paresthesias, proarrhythmia
Lidocaine	Lidocaine	Antiarrhythmic Class Ib	CNS toxicity: paresthesias, dizziness, confusion, N/V, seizures
Tonocard	tocainide	Antiarrhythmic Class Ib	GI distress, CNS: tremor, dizziness, confusion, seizures; pulmonary fibrosis/pneumonitis, agranulocytosis
Mexitil	mexiletine	Antiarrhythmic Class Ib	GI distress, tremor, dizziness, confusion, nystagmus, diplopia, hypotension, AV block, sinus bradycardia, vertigo
Tambocor	flecainide	Antiarrhythmic Class Ic	proarrhythmia, prolonged PR interval and QRS complex, HF, blurred vision, dizziness
Rythmol	propafenone	Antiarrhythmic Class Ic	metallic/bitter taste, HF, liver injury, agranulocytosis, CNS, GI distress
Lopressor	metoprolol	Antiarrhythmic Class II	(blank)
Inderal, LA	propranolol	Antiarrhythmic Class II	(blank)
Breviblock	esmolol	Antiarrhythmic Class II	(blank)
Bretylol	bretylium	Antiarrhythmic Class III	Adrenergic blocking effects, inital HTN followed by hypotension, hyperthermia, GI distress
Cordarone	amiodarone	Antiarrhythmic Class III	corneal microdeposits, photophobia, increased liver enzymes, photosensitivity, blue-gray skin discoloration, pulmonary fibrosis, hyper- and hypothyroidism, polyneuropathy
Betapace, AF	sotalol	Antiarrhythmic Class III	bradycardia, fatigue, dyspnea, bronchospasm, HF, QTc prolongation, torsades de pointes
Corvert	ibutilide	Antiarrhythmic Class III	QTc prolongation, torsades de pointes
Tikosyn	dofetilide	Antiarrhythmic Class III	QTc prolongation, torsades de pointes
Calan, Isoptin, Covera-HS, Verelan	verapamil	Antiarrhythmic Class IV	Bradycardia, hypotension, HF, constipation
Cardizem, Cartia, Dilacor, Diltia, Tiazac	Diltiazem	Antiarrhythmic Class IV	Hypotension, bradycardia, HF
Adenocard	adenosine	misc antiarrhythmic	(blank)
Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps	Digoxin	misc antiarrhythmic	(blank)
Atropine	atropine	misc antiarrhythmic	(blank)
Viagra	sildenafil	(blank)	(blank)
Levitra	vardenafil	(blank)	(blank)
Cialis	tadalafil	(blank)	(blank)
Reopro	abciximab	Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa Receptor Inhibitor	antibody, bleeding, thrombocytopenia, allergic rxn from repeated exposure
Integrillin	eptifibatide	Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa Receptor Inhibitor	bleeding, thrombocytopenia
Aggrastat	tirofiban	Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa Receptor Inhibitor	bleeding, thrombocytopenia
Streptase, SK	streptokinase	Thrombolytic	bleeding, intracranial hemorrhage, stroke, epistaxis
Alteplase, tPA	tissue plasminogen activator	Thrombolytic	bleeding, intracranial hemorrhage, stroke, epistaxis
Retevase, rPA	reteplase	Thrombolytic	bleeding, intracranial hemorrhage, stroke, epistaxis
TNKase, TNK	tenecteplase	Thrombolytic	bleeding, intracranial hemorrhage, stroke, epistaxis
Lescol	fluvastatin	Statin	myopathy, myalgia, rhabdomyolysis, elevated liver enzymes, flu-like symptoms, HA
Altoprev	lovastatin XR	Statin	myopathy, myalgia, rhabdomyolysis, elevated liver enzymes, flu-like symptoms, HA
Questran	cholestryramine	Resin, BAS	GI distress, palatability problems, constipation in elderly
Colestid	colestipol	Resin, BAS	GI distress, palatability problems, constipation in elderly
WelChol	colesevelam	Resin, BAS	GI distress, palatability problems, constipation in elderly
Niacor	Nicotinic acid, immediate release	Nicotinic acid	flushing, hyperglycemia risk, hyperuricemia
Slo-Niacin	Nicotinic acid, sustained release	Nicotinic acid	flushing, hyperglycemia risk, hyperuricemia
Niaspan	Nicotinic acid, extended release	Nicotinic acid	flushing, hyperglycemia risk, hyperuricemia
Advicor	Niaspan + Lovasatin	Combo Cholesterol product	myopathy, myalgia, rhabdomyolysis, elevated liver enzymes, flu-like symptoms, HA, flushing, hyperglycemia risk, hyperuricemia
Dymelor	acetohexamide	1st gen sulfonylurea	GI, hematologic, disulfiram-like rxn, SIADH, wt gain, hypoglycemia
Diabinese	chlorpropamide	1st gen sulfonylurea	GI, hematologic, disulfiram-like rxn, SIADH, wt gain, hypoglycemia
Tolinase	tolazamide	1st gen sulfonylurea	GI, hematologic, disulfiram-like rxn, wt gain, hypoglycemia
Orinase	tolbutamide	1st gen sulfonylurea	GI, hematologic, disulfiram-like rxn, wt gain, hypoglycemia, SIADH
Glyset	miglitol	Alpha glucosidase inhibitor	GI, decreased serum iron
Prandin	repaglinide	meglitinides/nonsulfonylurea secretagogues	hypoglycemia, wt gain, URI, back pain, flu sx
Starlix	nateglinide	meglitinides/nonsulfonylurea secretagogues	hypoglycemia, wt gain, URI, back pain, flu sx
Glucovance	glyburide and metformin	combo diabetic medication	(blank)
Cytomel, Triostat	liothyronine T3	Thyroid Tx	tachycardia, arrhythmia, angina, Mi, HA, insomnia, irritability, D/V, cramps, wt loss, excessive sweating, heat intolerance, fever, hair loss
Thyrolar	Liotrix T4 + T3 (4:1)	(blank)	tachycardia, arrhythmia, angina, Mi, HA, insomnia, irritability, D/V, cramps, wt loss, excessive sweating, heat intolerance, fever, hair loss
PTU	propylthiouracil	Antithyroid	Fever, HA, rash, jaundice, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, DOC in pregnacy
Tapazole	methimazole	Antithyroid	fever, HA, rash, juandice, hepatitis, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, bleeding
Lugol's solution	5% iodine and 10% K iodide, 6.3 mg iodine/drop	Antithyroid	fever, HA, rash, juandice, hepatitis, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, bleeding
SSKI	Saturated solution of potassium iodide 1 g/ml, 38 mg iodine/drop	Antithyroid	fever, HA, rash, juandice, hepatitis, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, bleeding
Cytadren	aminoglutethimide	Tx of cushing's syndrome	rash, weakness, hypotension, loss of appetite
Lysodren	mitotane	Tx of cushing's syndrome	nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, tiredness
Metopirone	metyrapoine	Tx of cushing's syndrome	N/V, dizziness, sedation
Pitressin	vasopressin	(blank)	angina, MI, vasoconstriction, hyponatremia, gangrene,
Stimate (DDAVP)	desmopressin	(blank)	abd pain, HA, flushing, nasal irritaiton, vulvar pain, nosebleed, rhinitis
Cortone	cortisone	corticosteroid	(blank)
Cortef, Hydrocortone, Solu-Cortef	hydrocortisone	corticosteroid	(blank)
Deltasone, Liquid Pred	prednisone	corticosteroid	(blank)
Prelone, Pediapred, Delta-Cortef	prednisolone	corticosteroid	(blank)
Medrol, Solu-Medrol, Depo-Medrol, A-Methapred	methylprednisolone	corticosteroid	(blank)
Aristocort, Kenacort, Kenalog	triamcinolone	corticosteroid	(blank)
Decadron, dexameth, Dexone, Hexadrol	dexamethasone	corticosteroid	(blank)
Celestone	bethamethasone	corticosteroid	(blank)
Florinef	fludrocortisone	corticosteroid	(blank)
Cortrosyn	cosyntropin	diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency	(blank)
Acthar (ACTH)	corticotropin	diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency	(blank)
Testoderm, Androderm	testosterone transdermal system	Androgen	jaundice, hepatitis, edema, high abuse potential, hypercholesterolemia, increased aggression and libiod, certain effects in women and men
AndroGel 1%, Testim	testosterone	Androgen	jaundice, hepatitis, edema, high abuse potential, hypercholesterolemia, increased aggression and libiod, certain effects in women and men
Depo-Testosterone	testosterone cypionate (in oil)	Androgen	jaundice, hepatitis, edema, high abuse potential, hypercholesterolemia, increased aggression and libiod, certain effects in women and men
Android, Testred	methyltestosterone	Androgen	jaundice, hepatitis, edema, high abuse potential, hypercholesterolemia, increased aggression and libiod, certain effects in women and men
Halotestin	fluoxymesterone	Androgen	jaundice, hepatitis, edema, high abuse potential, hypercholesterolemia, increased aggression and libiod, certain effects in women and men
Anadrol-50	oxymetholone	Anabolic Steroid	jaundice, hepatitis, edema, high abuse potential, hypercholesterolemia, increased aggression and libiod, certain effects in women and men
Winstrol	stanozolol	Anabolic Steroid	jaundice, hepatitis, edema, high abuse potential, hypercholesterolemia, increased aggression and libiod, certain effects in women and men
Oxandrin	oxandrolone	Androgen	jaundice, hepatitis, edema, high abuse potential, hypercholesterolemia, increased aggression and libiod, certain effects in women and men
Deca-Durabolin	nandrolone deconoate	Androgen	jaundice, hepatitis, edema, high abuse potential, hypercholesterolemia, increased aggression and libiod, certain effects in women and men
Premarin	conjugated equine estrogens (CEE)	Hormone replacement therapy	increased risks fro VTE, stroke, CHD, and breast cancer, breast tenderness, heavy bleeding, headache, nausea
Estradiol, Estrace, Gynodiol	Micronized estradiol	Hormone replacement therapy	increased risks fro VTE, stroke, CHD, and breast cancer, breast tenderness, heavy bleeding, headache, nausea
Estropipate, Ortho-Est, Ogen	Estrone sulfate	Hormone replacement therapy	increased risks fro VTE, stroke, CHD, and breast cancer, breast tenderness, heavy bleeding, headache, nausea
Estratab, Menest	Esterified estrogens	Hormone replacement therapy	increased risks fro VTE, stroke, CHD, and breast cancer, breast tenderness, heavy bleeding, headache, nausea
Estraderm, Alora, Climara, Esclim, Vivelle, Vivelle-Dot	Estradiol transdermal system	Hormone replacement therapy	increased risks fro VTE, stroke, CHD, and breast cancer, breast tenderness, heavy bleeding, headache, nausea
Estrace vaginal cream	0.1 mg estradiol/g	Hormone replacement therapy	increased risks fro VTE, stroke, CHD, and breast cancer, breast tenderness, heavy bleeding, headache, nausea
Ogen vaginal cream	1.5 mg estropipate/g	Hormone replacement therapy	increased risks fro VTE, stroke, CHD, and breast cancer, breast tenderness, heavy bleeding, headache, nausea
Premarin vaginal cream	0.625 mg conjugated estrogen/g	Hormone replacement therapy	increased risks fro VTE, stroke, CHD, and breast cancer, breast tenderness, heavy bleeding, headache, nausea
Estring vaginal ring	2 mg estradiol ring releases 7.5 ug/24 h	Hormone replacement therapy	ring remains in vaginal for 3 months, increased risks fro VTE, stroke, CHD, and breast cancer, breast tenderness, heavy bleeding, headache, nausea
Vagifem vaginal tablet	25 ug estradiol/tablet	Hormone replacement therapy	increased risks fro VTE, stroke, CHD, and breast cancer, breast tenderness, heavy bleeding, headache, nausea
Activella	1 mg estradiol, 0.5 mg norethindrone acetate	Combination estrogen-progestin	Progestin: depression, HA, irritability
femhrt	2.5 or 5 ug ethinyl estradiol, 0.5 or 1 mg norethindrone acetate	Combination estrogen-progestin	Progestin: depression, HA, irritability
Prempro	conjugated estrogen and medroxyprogesterone	Combination estrogen-progestin	Progestin: depression, HA, irritability
Premphase	conjugated estrogen, 5 mg medroxyprogesterone	Combination estrogen-progestin	2 weeks of estrogen alone, 2 weeks of combination; Progestin: depression, HA, irritability
Climara Pro (transdermal patch)	0.045 mg estradiol; 0.15 mg levonorgestrel	Combination estrogen-progestin	Progestin: depression, HA, irritability
Combipatch	0.05 mg estradiol; 0.14 or 0.25 mg norethindrone acetate	Combination estrogen-progestin	Progestin: depression, HA, irritability
Estartest H.S., Syntest H.S.	0.625 mg esterified estrogens, 1.25 mg methyltestosterone	Combination estrogen-androgen product	androgen: fluid retention, undesirable changes in lipid profile, virilization (lower HDL)
Estratest, Syntest D.S.	0.625 mg esterified estrogens, 2.5 mg methyltestosterone	Combination estrogen-androgen product	androgen: fluid retention, undesirable changes in lipid profile, virilization (lower HDL)
Citracal (+ Vit D)	calcium citrate (+ 200 IU)	Calcium supplement	24% calcium content, take without regard to meals, GI upset, HA, hypophosphatemia, hypercalcemia
Caltrate 600, Titralac, Tums, Viactive Chews, Mylanta lozenges	Calcium carbonate	Calcium supplement	40% calcium content, take with food to facilitate absorption, GI upset, HA, hypophosphatemia, hypercalcemia
Caltrate 600 + D, Calcilyte + vitamin D, Oscal + vitamin D	Calcium carbonate + Vit D	Calcium supplement	GI upset, HA, hypophosphatemia, hypercalcemia
Posture, Posture-D	Calcium phosphate tribasic (125 IU vit D)	Calcium supplement	39% calcium content, GI upset, HA, hypophosphatemia, hypercalcemia
Fosamax	Alendronate	bisphosphonate	abdominal pain, dyspepsia, N/C/D/F, HA must be taken with a full glass of water (8oz) 30 minutes prior to first meal of the day must remain upright for at least 30 mins following
Actonel	risedronate	bisphosphonate	abdominal pain, dyspepsia, N/C/D/F, HA must be taken with a full glass of water (8oz) 30 minutes prior to first meal of the day must remain upright for at least 30 mins following
Evista	raloxifene	selective estrogen receptor modulator	hot flashes, chest pain, N/V/D, arthralgia, myalgia, insomnia, sweating
Miacalcin	calcitonin	anti osteoporosis agent	facial flushing and hand flushing, N/V/D, salty taste, rhinitis, nasal dryness
Forteo	teriparatide	Parathyroid hormone, PTH, anti osteoporosis agent	pain, arthralgia, paresthesias, N/D, metallic taste, injection pain
Epogen, Procrit	Epoetin alfa	erythropoietic growth factors	HTN, RBC aplasia, seizures, polycythemia, thrombocytosis
Aranesp	Darbepoetin alfa	erythropoietic growth factors	HTN, RBC aplasia, seizures, polycythemia, thrombocytosis
Fer-In-Sol, Feosol, Slow FE	Ferrous sulfate	iron supplements	stomach cramping, N/V/C, dark stools
Femiron, Vitron-C	Ferrous fumarate	iron supplements	stomach cramping, N/V/C, dark stools
Fergon	Ferrous gluconate	iron supplements	stomach cramping, N/V/C, dark stools
Hytinic, Niferec	polysaccharide iron	iron supplement	stomach cramping, N/V/C, dark stools
Proferrin-ES	heme iron polypeptide	iron supplement	stomach cramping, N/V/C, dark stools
Ferrlecit	sodium ferric gluconate	iron supplement	hypersensitivity
Venofer	Iron sucrose	iron supplement	hypersensitivity
InFeD, Dexferrum	Iron dextran	iron supplement	hypersensitivity
Desferal	deferoxamine	treatment of iron overload	(blank)
Drisdol, Calciferol	Ergocalciferol	Vitamin D precursor	hypercalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, adynamic bone disease
Calcijex, Rocaltrol	Calcitriol	Active Vit D	hypercalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, adynamic bone disease
Zemplar	Paricalcitol	Vit D analog	hypercalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, adynamic bone disease
Hectorol	doxercalciferol	Vit D analog	hypercalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, adynamic bone disease
Nephrocaps, Nephrovite, Nephrovite Rx, Renavite, Biotin Forte	Vit B complex, Vit C, folic acid	Water soluble Vit supplements	dependent on vitamin
Nephrovite Rx + Iron, NephrPlex Rx	Vit B complex, Vit C, folic acid, and iron	water soluble vit supplement	dependent on vitamin
Allbee with C	Vitamin B complex	water soluble vit supplement	dependne on vitamin
Toradol	Ketorolac	Analgesic	Max use 5 days
Versed	midazolam	Benzo	acute and short term <24-73 h
Diprivan	profofol	Sedative	use when rapid awakening needed
Pavulon	pancuronium	NMB	general NMB of choice, tachycardia
Norcuron	vecuronium	NMB	use in hemodynamic instability, renal dysfunction, cardiac disease
Nimbex	cisatracurium	NMB	use in renal and hepatic dysfunction
Xigris	drotrecogin alfa	Sepsis agent	recombinant human activated protein C
Kayexalate	Na polystyrene sulfonate	Anti hyperkalemia agent	(blank)
Mustargen	mechlorethamine	chemotherapy alklyalting agent	myleosuprresion, alopeica, N/V, amenorrhea and azoospermia, seizures
Cytoxan, Neosar	cyclophosphamide	chemotherapy alklyalting agent	myleosuprresion, alopeica, N/V, amenorrhea and azoospermia, seizures
Ifex	Ifosfamide	chemotherapy alklyalting agent	myleosuprresion, alopeica, N/V, amenorrhea and azoospermia, seizures
BICNU	carmustine	chemotherapy alklyalting agent	myleosuprresion, alopeica, N/V, amenorrhea and azoospermia, seizures
Zanosar	streptozocin	chemotherapy alklyalting agent	myleosuprresion, alopeica, N/V, amenorrhea and azoospermia, seizures
Alimta	pemitrexed	chemotherapy antimetabolite	severe diarrhea, n/v, faitigue, alopeica
Rheumatrex	methotrexate	chemotherapy antimetabolite	severe diarrhea, n/v, faitigue, alopeica, renal toxicity, mucositis
Adrucil	fluorouracil, 5-FU	chemotherapy antimetabolite	Hand-foot syndrome, stomatitis, mucositis, renal toxicity
Xeloda	capecitabine	chemotherapy antimetabolite	Hand-food syndrome, stomatitis
Purinethol	mercaptopurine	chemotherapy antimetabolite	(blank)
Gemzar	gemcitabine	chemotherapy antimetabolite	rash and fever, flu-like sx, hemolytic uremic syndrome
Fludara	fludarabine	chemotherapy antimetabolite	severe diarrhea, gi damage, n/v, myleosupression, alopecia, neurotoxicity, opportunistic infections
Adriamycin, Doxil	doxorubicin	antitumor antibiotics	severe n/v, alopecial, stomatitis, cardiac toxicty, limit on cumulative lifetime dosing
Cerubidine, Daunoxome	daunorubicin	antitumor antibiotic	severe n/v, alopecial, stomatitis, cardiac toxicty, limit on cumulative lifetime dosing
idamycin	Idarubicin	antitumor antibiotic	severe n/v, alopecial, stomatitis, cardiac toxicty, limit on cumulative lifetime dosing
Cosmegen	dactinomycin	anti tumor antibiotic	severe n/v, alopecial, stomatitis, cardiac toxicty, limit on cumulative lifetime dosing, renal toxicity, leukopenia, increased pigmentation of previously radiated skin
Megace	megestrol acetate	Progestin	For breast and endometrial cancer
Nolvadex	tamoxifen	antiestrogen	breast cancer
Faslodex	fulvestrant	antiestrogen	breast cancer
Fareston	toremifene	antiestrogen	breast cancer
Arimidex	anastrozole	aromatase inhibitor	breast cancer
Femara	letrozole	aromatase inhibitor	breast cancer
Casodex	bicalutamide	antiandrogen	prostate cancer
Lupron, Eligard	leuprolide	LHRH agonist	prostate, breast cancer
Plenaxis	abarelix	GNRH agonist	prostate cancer, black box warning for hypotension and syncope
Taxotere	doxetaxel	Plant alkaloids chemotherapy	myelosoupression, mucositis, N/V, alopecia, edema
Taxol, Abraxane	paclitaxel	Plant alkaloids chemotherapy	hypotension/hypersensitivty upon admin
VePesid	etoposide	Plant alkaloids chemotherapy	diarrhea, HA, secondary malignancies
Vumon	teniposide	Plant alkaloids chemotherapy	diarrhea, HA, secondary malignancies
Camptosar	irinotecan	Plant alkaloids chemotherapy	diarrhea, HA, secondary malignancies
Hycamtin	topotecan	Plant alkaloids chemotherapy	diarrhea, HA, secondary malignancies
Oncovin	vincristine	Plant alkaloids chemotherapy	neurotoxicity, SIADH
Velban	vinblastine	Plant alkaloids chemotherapy	SIADH
Navelbine	vinorelbine	Plant alkaloids chemotherapy	SIADH
Proleukin	aldesleukin	immune therapy	(blank)
Intron A	interferon-alfa 2b	immune therapy	(blank)
Rituxan	rituximab	monoclonal antibody	(blank)
Herceptin	trastuxumab	monoclonal antibody	(blank)
Mylotarg	gemtuzumab	monoclonal antibody	(blank)
Campath	alemtuzumab	monoclonal antibody	(blank)
Avastin	bevacizumab	monoclonal antibody	(blank)
Erbitux	cetuximab	monoclonal antibody	(blank)
Ontak	Denileukin diftitox	monoclonal antibody	(blank)
Zevalin	ibritumomab fluxetan	monoclonal antibody	(blank)
Bexxar	tositumomab	monoclonal antibody	(blank)
Platinol-AQ	cisplatin	chemotherapy platinum	nephrotoxicity, peripheral neurotoxicity, myelosuppression, ototoxicity, N/V, hydration therapy and premdication are needed
Paraplatin	carboplatin	chemotherapy platinum	nephrotoxicity, peripheral neurotoxicity, myelosuppression, ototoxicity, N/V
Eloxatin	oxaliplatin	chemotherapy platinum	nephrotoxicity, peripheral neurotoxicity, myelosuppression, ototoxicity, N/V
Elspar	asparaginase	chemotherapy enzyme	myelosuppression, h yperuricemia, hyperglycemia, renal problems
Gleevac	imatinib mesylate	tyrosine kinase inhibitor	phila chromosome, hepatotoxicty, fluid retention, neutropenia, n/V
Tarceva	erlotinib	tyrosine kinase inhibitor	Her-1, EGFR, rash, diarrhea, anorexia, stomatitis, intersitital lung disease, for NSCLC
Iressa	gefitinib	tyrosine kinase inhibitor	EGRF, 3rd line agent for NSCLC, diarrhea, rash, acne, dry skin
Anzemet	dolasetron	5-HT3 rec antag	HA, constipation, blurred vision, elevated liver enzymes
Kytril	granisetron	5-HT3 rec antag	HA, constipation, blurred vision, elevated liver enzymes
Zofran	ondansetron	5-HT3 rec antag	HA, constipation, blurred vision, elevated liver enzymes
Aloxi	palonosetron	5-HT3 rec antag	HA, constipation, blurred vision, elevated liver enzymes
Marinol	dronabinol	cannabinoids	n/v with cancer, drowsiness, euphoria, dry mouth
Emend	aprepitant	neurokinin-1 antagonist	n/v with cancer, somnolence, fatigue, diarrhea
Sandimmune, Neoral	cyclosporine	immunosuppressant	seizure, hallucinations, gingival hyperplasia, hypertension, hepato and nephrotoxicity, DM
Prograf	tacrolimus	immunosuppressant	seizure, hallucinations, alopeica, HTN, DM, anemia
Rapamune	sirolimus	immunosuppressant	anorexia, oral ulcers, diarrhea, rash, acne, hyperlipidemia, HTN
Imuran	azathioprine	immunosuppressant	retinopathy, n/v/d/a, rash, skin cancer, penias
Cellcept	mycophenolate mofetil	immunosuppressant	n/v/d/abd pain, hematologic
Arava	leflunomide	immunosuppressant	ha, neuralgia, alopecia, n/v/d/a, DM, hyperlipidemia, hyperthyroidism
Furoxone	furazolidone	antibacterial	use if biaxin and flagyl resistance is suspected in PUD tx regimens
Azulfidine	sulasalazine	aminosalicylate	n/v/a, hypersensitivity rxn, altered spermatogenesis
asacol, pentasa, rowasa	mesalamine	aminosalicylate	better tolerated
colazal	balsalazide	aminosalicylate	abd pain
Zelnorm	tergaserod	5 HT4 serotonin receptor antagonist	for IBS, diarrhea, nausea, HA, abd pain
Enbrel	etanercepet	DMARD	(blank)
Remicade	Infliximab	DMARD	(blank)
Humira	adalimumab	DMARD	(blank)
Benemid	probenecid	uricosuric agent	for gout, uric acid stones, take with food to avoid abd discomfort
Anturane	sulfinpyrazone	uricosuric agent	gi discomfort and uric stone formation
Ergomar, ergostat, Gynergen	Ergotamine	Migraine tx Abortive	N/V, weakness in legs, myalgia, numbness and tingling, angina like pain, tachy or bradycardia
Bellergal	Ergotamine 0.3mg/pentobarbital 20mg/bellafoline 0.1 mg	Migraine tx Abortive	N/V, weakness in legs, myalgia, numbness and tingling, angina like pain, tachy or bradycardia
Bellamine, Bellamine S, Bellaphen S, Bellergal-S, Duragal S	ergotamine 0.6 mg/pentobarbital 40 mg/ belladonna 0.2 mg	Migraine tx Abortive	N/V, weakness in legs, myalgia, numbness and tingling, angina like pain, tachy or bradycardia
Midrin	Isometheptene 65 mg/ dichloralphenazone 100 mg/APAP 325 mg	Migraine tx Abortive	(blank)
Axert	almotriptan	Abortive migraine tx	tingling and paresthesias, sensations of warmth in head, neck, chest, limbs, flushing, neck pain or stiffness
Imitrex	sumatriptain	Abortive migraine tx	tingling and paresthesias, sensations of warmth in head, neck, chest, limbs, flushing, neck pain or stiffness
Relpax	eletriptan	Abortive migraine tx	tingling and paresthesias, sensations of warmth in head, neck, chest, limbs, flushing, neck pain or stiffness
Frova	frovatriptan	abortive migraine tx	tingling and paresthesias, sensations of warmth in head, neck, chest, limbs, flushing, neck pain or stiffness
Maxalt	rizatriptan	abortive migraine tx	tingling and paresthesias, sensations of warmth in head, neck, chest, limbs, flushing, neck pain or stiffness
Zomig	zolmitriptan	abortive migraine tx	tingling and paresthesias, sensations of warmth in head, neck, chest, limbs, flushing, neck pain or stiffness
Amerge	naratriptan	abortive migraine tx	tingling and paresthesias, sensations of warmth in head, neck, chest, limbs, flushing, neck pain or stiffness
Tegretol, Carbatrol	carbamazepine	anticonvulsant	rash, N/V, FDA BBW: hepatotoxicity and aplastic anemia
Barbital, Luminal, Solfoton	phenobarbital	anticonvulsant	hyperactivity in children, lower memory and concentration abilities, folate deficiency, SJS, hepatic failure
Dilantin	phenytoin	anticonvulsant	peripheral neuropathy, hydantoin facies, acne, hirsuitism, GINGIVAL HYPERPLASIA, osteomalcia, SJS, teratogenic
Depakene, Depakote, Depacon	Divalproex sodium, sodium valproate (Depacon)	anticonvulsant	wt gain, alopecia, tremor, FDA BBW: hepatotoxicity and hemorrhagic pancreatitis, and teratogenic
Felbatol	felbamate	newer anticonvulsant	rarely used, sig wt loss, FDA BBW: hepatotoxicity, aplastic anemia
Neurontin	Gabapentin	newer anticonvulsant	severe life-threatening side effects NONE
Lamictal	Lamotrigine	newer anticonvulsant	FDA BBW: skin rash
Topamax	topiramate	newer anticonvulsant	kidney stones, word finding difficulties, loss of appetite, FDA BBW: Oligohidrosis (may not sweat)
Gabitril	tiagabine	newer anticonvulsant	Severe life threatening side effects NONE
Zonegran	zonisamide	newer anticonvulsant	kidney stones, wt loss, psychosis, Bold warning for oligohidrosis
Keppra	Levetiracetam	newer anticonvulsant	dizziness, faitgue, sedation
Thorazine	chlorpromazine	Typical antipsychotic	more sedating, more orthostasis, more weight gain and Anti-ACh sx
Mellaril	thioridazine	Typical antipsychotic	more sedating, more orthostasis, more weight gain and Anti-ACh sx, BBW: QT prolongation
Prolixin	fluphenazine	Typical antipsychotic	more EPS sx
Haldol	haloperidol	Typical antipsychotic	more EPS sx
Trilafon	perphenazine	Typical antipsychotic	not commonly used
Navane	thiothixene	Typical antipsychotic	not commonly used
Stelazine	trifluoperazine	Typical antipsychotic	not commonly used
Loxitane	loxapine	Typical antipsychotic	not commonly used
Clozaril	clozapine	Atypical antipsychotic	sedation, wt gain, hypersalivation, seizure risk >600 mg/d, no EPS or TD, Weekly CBC! Refractory schizophrenia only
Risperdal, Risperdal Consta	risperidone	Atypical antipsychotic	dose related EPS, +\- wt gain and sedation, prolactin elevation, orthostasis, do not mix with teas or colas
Zyprexa, Zyprexa Zydis	Olanzapine	Atypical antipsychotic	sedation, orthostasis
Seroquel	Quetiapine	Atypical antipsychotic	low EPS risk
Geodon	Ziprasidone	Atypical antipsychotic	+\- sedation and wt gain, QT prolongation warning
Abilify	aripiprazole	Atypical antipsychotic	possible insomnia, +\- wt gain, QD dosing
Eskalith CR, Lithobid	lithium	Mood stabilizer	tremor, polydipsia/polyuria, N/D, wt gain, hypothyroidism, mental dulling
Elavil	amitriptyline	TCA, tertiary	Orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, sedation, anticholingergic effects, prolonged QT interval, wt gain, sexual dysfunction
Pamelor, Aventyl	nortriptyline	TCA, secondary	Orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, sedation, anticholingergic effects, prolonged QT interval, wt gain, sexual dysfunction
Tofranil	Imipramine	TCA, tertiary	Orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, sedation, anticholingergic effects, prolonged QT interval, wt gain, sexual dysfunction
Sinequan	doxepin	TCA, tertiary	Orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, sedation, anticholingergic effects, prolonged QT interval, wt gain, sexual dysfunction
Anafranil	clomipramine	TCA, tertiary	Orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, sedation, anticholingergic effects, prolonged QT interval, wt gain, sexual dysfunction
Norpramin	Desipramine	TCA, secondary	Orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, sedation, anticholingergic effects, prolonged QT interval, wt gain, sexual dysfunction
Nardil	phenelzine	MAOI	Orthostatic hypotension, wt gain, sexual dysfunction, anticholinergic effects, and hypertensive crisis
Parnate	tranylcypromine	MAOI	Orthostatic hypotension, wt gain, sexual dysfunction, anticholinergic effects, and hypertensive crisis
Clexa	citalopram	SSRI	geriatric pts, fewer DI, GI complaints, insomnia, HA, fatigue, sexual dysfunction, nervousness
Lexapro	escitalopram	SSRI	GI complaints, insomnia, HA, fatigue, sexual dysfunction, nervousness
Luvox	fluvoxamine	SSRI	For OCD DI, GI complaints, insomnia, HA, fatigue, sexual dysfunction, nervousness
Paxil, Paxil CR	paroxetine	SSRI	GI complaints, insomnia, HA, fatigue, sexual dysfunction, nervousness
Prozac, Sarafem	fluoxetine	SSRI	Longer t1/2 no tapering, GI complaints, insomnia, HA, fatigue, sexual dysfunction, nervousness
Zoloft	Sertraline	SSRI	geriatric pts, fewer DI, GI complaints, insomnia, HA, fatigue, sexual dysfunction, nervousness
Effexor, Effexor XR	Venlafaxine	SNRI (serotonin/norepinephrine)	GI upset,anxiety, insominia, HA, elevation in BP,
Cymbalta	Duloxetine	SNRI	Gi upset, dry mouth, dizziness, decreased appetite, elevation in BP, urinary hesitation
Wellbutrin, SR, XL, Zyban	buproprion	NDRI (NE/DA reuptake inhibitor)	GI upset, insomnia, anxiety, HA and psychosis, less sexual dysfunction, decreases seizure threshold
Desyrel	trazodone	SSRI	extremly sedating, orthostatic hypotension, priapism
Serzone	Nefazodone	SNRI	Gi upset, sedation, dry mouth, constipation, lightheadedness, minimal sexual dysfunction and/or orthostatic hypotension, BBW: hepatotoxicity
Remeron, Remeron Soltab	mirtazapine	Antidepressant	sedation, increased appetite, wt gain, constipation, elevation in LFTs, increase in TGs, small risk of agranulocytosis or neutropenia
Xanax, Niravam	alprazolam	BZD	sedation, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, diplopia, syncope, residual daytime sedation, reduced psychomotor and cognitive dysfunction
Librium	chlordiazepoxide	BZD	sedation, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, diplopia, syncope, residual daytime sedation, reduced psychomotor and cognitive dysfunction
Tranxene	clorazepate	BZD	sedation, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, diplopia, syncope, residual daytime sedation, reduced psychomotor and cognitive dysfunction
ProSom	estazolam	BzD	sedation, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, diplopia, syncope, residual daytime sedation, reduced psychomotor and cognitive dysfunction
Dalmane	flurazepam	BZD	sedation, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, diplopia, syncope, residual daytime sedation, reduced psychomotor and cognitive dysfunction
Paxipam	halazepam	BZD	sedation, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, diplopia, syncope, residual daytime sedation, reduced psychomotor and cognitive dysfunction
Serax	oxazepam	BZD	sedation, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, diplopia, syncope, residual daytime sedation, reduced psychomotor and cognitive dysfunction
Centrax	prazepam	BZD	sedation, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, diplopia, syncope, residual daytime sedation, reduced psychomotor and cognitive dysfunction
Doral	quazepam	BZD	sedation, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, diplopia, syncope, residual daytime sedation, reduced psychomotor and cognitive dysfunction
Halcion	triazolam	BZD	sedation, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, diplopia, syncope, residual daytime sedation, reduced psychomotor and cognitive dysfunction
BuSpar	buspirone	Anti anxiety	Gi upset, HA, nervousness, less sedating than BZDs, little to no psychomotor or cognitive impairment, no abuse potential
Symbyax	olanzapine/fluoxetine	antidepressant	BBW increased suicide thinking and behavior
Mentax, Lotrimin Ultra	butenafine	topical antifungal	(blank)
Accutane, Amnesteem, Claravis, Sotret	isotretinoin	anti acne	for severe, nodulocystic, draining acne, iPLEDGE program, take with food, TERATOGENIC, Cheilitis, Dry mouth, Dry skin, Pruritus, Dry nose, Dry eyes, muscular soreness or stiffness
Rogaine	Minoxidil	Anti Alopecia	scalp dermatitis, hypertrichosis on areas other than scalp
Propecia	Finasteride 1mg	anti alopecia	gynecomastia, hypersensitvity, decreased libido, ED, ejaculatory dysfunction, CI in women
Aquacare, Carmol	urea	keratin-softening agent	(blank)
LactiCare, Lowila Cake	Lactic Acid	keratin-softening agent	(blank)
Alphosyl, Psorex, Tegrin	allantoin	keratin-softening agent	(blank)
Burow's solution	aluminum acetate	astringent	(blank)
Witch hazel	hamamelis water	astringent	(blank)
Synalar	fluocinolone acetate	topical corticosteroid medium potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Cordran	flurandrenolide	topical corticosteroid medium potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Locoid	hydrocortisone butyrate	topical corticosteroid medium potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Westcort	hydrocortisone valerate	topical corticosteroid medium potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Valisone, Dermabet	Betamethasone valerate	topical corticosteroid medium potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Topicort	desoximetasone	topical corticosteroid Very high potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Maxiflor, Psorcon	diflorasone diacetate	topical corticosteroid very high potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Lidex	fluocinonide	topical corticosteroid very high potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Halog	halcinonide	topical corticosteroid very high potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Diprosone, Maxivate, Diprolene AF	betamethasone dipropionate	topical corticosteroid ultra high potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Temovate	clobetasol propionate	topical corticosteroid ultra high potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Ultravate	Halobetasol propionate	topical corticosteroid ultra high potency	striae, thinning of epidermis, systemic effects
Protopic	tacrolimus	immunomodulator	stinging, burning, pruritus, rare flu-like sx, use sunscreen
Elidel	pimecrolimus	immunomodulator	stinging, burning, pruritus, rare flu-like sx, use sunscreen
Rid, A-200, Barc, End-Lice, Pronto, R&C shampoo, Triple X	Synergized pyrethrins	anti pediculosis	Must repeat tx, irritation, erythema, itching, do not use if ragweed allergy
Nix, Elimite, Acticin	Permethrin	anti pediculosis	One time tx, CI in chrysanthemum allergy
Ginkgo biloba	ginkgo biloba	herbal	enhance memory and concentration, d/c prior to surgery
St. John's wort	Hypericum perforatum	herbal	depression/anxiety use, photosensitvity
Asian ginseng	asian ginseng	herbal	fatigue/enhance concentration, SE: HTN, euphoria, insomnia, D/C prior to surgery
Garlic	allium sativum L.	herbal	lower cholesterol, D/C prior to surgery
Echinacea purpurea	echinacea purpurea	herbal	Use cold/RTI, CI if allergy to daisy family
Saw palmetto	serenoa repens	herbal	BPH, SE: HTN, UT sx
kava-kava	kava-kava	herbal	anxiety/stress use, SE similar to alcohol, kava dermopathy, liver failure
Ma huang	ephedra	herbal	withdrew in 2004
S-adenosylmethionine	SAMe	nonbotanical natural products	depression/osteoarthritis use, SE: gas, V/N/D
Melatonin	melatonin	nonbotanical natural products	sleep disorders/jet lag use, SE: infertility, HA
Dehydroepiandrosterone	DHEA	nonbotanical natural products	depression, general anti-aging effects, osteoporosis, antidiabetogenic, SE:oily skin, acne, hirsuitism, abnormal menses
Glucosamine	glucosamine	nonbotanical natural products	osteoarthritis, SE: nausea, heartburn
Unisom	doxylamine	nonprescription insomnia product	(blank)
Nytol, sominex	diphenhydramine	nonprescription insomnia product	(blank)
QVAR	beclomethasone HFA	inhaled corticosteroid	cough, dysphonia, oral thrush
Pulmicort	budesonide	inhaled corticosteroid	cough, dysphonia, oral thrush
Aerobid	flunisolide	inhaled corticosteroid	cough, dysphonia, oral thrush
Flovent	fluticasone	inhaled corticosteroid	cough, dysphonia, oral thrush
Azmacort	triamcinolone	inhaled corticosteroid	cough, dysphonia, oral thrush
Foradil	formoterol	long acting inhaled B2 agonist	tachycardia, muscle tremor, hypokalemia, prolongation of QTc interval in overdose
Serevent	salmeterol	long acting inhaled B2 agonist	tachycardia, muscle tremor, hypokalemia, prolongation of QTc interval in overdose
Maxair	pirbuterol	short acting inhaled b2 agonist	tachycardia, tremor, hypokalemia, increased lactic acid, HA, hyperglycemia
Amikin	amikacin	aminoglycoside	nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, peak 15-30 ug/ml, trough <5 ug/ml
Garamycin	gentamicin	aminoglycoside	nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, peak 4-10 ug/ml, trough <2 ug/ml
kanamycin	kanamycin	aminoglycoside	nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity
neomycin	neomycin	aminoglycoside	nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity
netilmicin	netilmicin	aminoglycoside	nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity
streptomycin	streptomycin	aminoglycoside	nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity
tobramycin, Tobi	tobramycin	aminoglycoside	nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity, trough <2 ug/ml, peak 4-10 ug/ml
Pfizerpen	Penicillin G	natural penicillin	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Wycillin	penicillin G procaine	natural penicillin	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Bicillin LA	Penicillin G benzathine	natural penicillin	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Pen-Vee K, Veetids	Penicillin V	natural penicillin	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Prostaphilin, Bactocil	oxacillin	penicillinase-resistant penicillins	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis, increased transaminases
Nafcil, Unipen	nafcillin	penicillinase-resistant penicillins	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis, increased transaminases
Cloxapen	cloxacillin	penicillinase-resistant penicillins	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Dynapen, Dycil	dicloxacillin	penicillinase-resistant penicillins	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Omnipen, Principen	ampicillin	aminopenicillins	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Amoxil, Trimox	amoxicillin	aminopenicillins	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Spectrobid	bacampicillin	aminopenicillin	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Geopen	carbenicillin	carboxypenicillin	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Ticar	ticarcillin	carboxypenicillin	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Azlin	azlocillin	ureidopenicillins	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Mezlin	mezlocillin	ureidopenicillins	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Pipracil	piperacillin	ureidopenicillins	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Augmentin	amoxicillin/clavulanic acid	penicillin plus Beta lactamase inhibitor	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Unasyn	Ampicillin/sulbactam	penicillin plus Beta lactamase inhibitor	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Zosyn	Piperacillin/tazobactam	penicillin plus Beta lactamase inhibitor	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Timentin	ticarcillin/clavulanic acid	Penicillin plus beta lactamase inhibitor	allergic rx, n/v with po use, seizures with high doses with renal insufficiencey, hematologic reactions, interstital neprhritis
Zyvox	Linezolid	gram positive antibiotic	hematologic effects, MAO inhibition
Synercid	Quinupristin/dalfopristin	gram positive antibiotic	thrombophlebitis, hyperbilirubinemia, arthralgias/myalgias
Vancocin	vancomycin	gram positive antibiotic	nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, thrombophlebitis, red-man syndrome
Penetrex	enoxacin	fluoroquinolone	N/dyspepsia, HA, insomnia, Qt prolongation, photosensitivity,
Tequin	gatifloxacin	fluoroquinolone	N/dyspepsia, HA, insomnia, Qt prolongation, photosensitivity,
Maxaquin	lomefloxacin	fluoroquinolone	N/dyspepsia, HA, insomnia, Qt prolongation, photosensitivity,
Avelox	moxifloxacin	fluroquinolone	N/dyspepsia, HA, insomnia, Qt prolongation, photosensitivity,
Noroxin	norfloxacin	fluroquinolone	N/dyspepsia, HA, insomnia, Qt prolongation, photosensitivity,
Zagam	sparfloxacin	fluroquinolone	N/dyspepsia, HA, insomnia, Qt prolongation, photosensitivity,
Trovan	trovafloxacin	fluoroquinolone	N/dyspepsia, HA, insomnia, Qt prolongation, photosensitivity,
Cinoxacin, Cinobac	cinoxacin	quinolone	no gram positive activity, only for GU and Gi tracts
NegGram	nalidixic acid	quinolone	no gram positive activity, only for GU and Gi tracts
Declomycin	demeclocycline	tetracycline	photosensitivity, not in children <8, hepatotoxicity, N/D/A
Methacycline	methacycline	tetracycline	photosensitivity, not in children <8, hepatotoxicity, N/D/A
Terramycin	Oxytetracycline	tetracycline	photosensitivity, not in children <8, hepatotoxicity, N/D/A
Achromycin V, Sumycin, Tetracyn	tetracycline	tetracycline	photosensitivity, not in children <8, hepatotoxicity, N/D/A
Sulfadiazine	sulfadiazine	sulfonamide	hypersensitivity, dermatologic rxns
Urobiotic	sulfamethizole	sulfonamide	hypersensitivity, dermatologic rxns
Spetra	Sulfamethoxazole	sulfonamide	hypersensitivity, dermatologic rxns
Gantrisin	sulfisoxazole	sulfonamide	hypersensitivity, dermatologic rxns
Primaxin	imipenem/cilastatin	antibiotic	gi adverse effects, hematologic rxns, seizures
Fungizone	amphotericin B	antifungal agent	fever, chills, hypotension rigors, upton infusion, nephrotoxicity, hematologic effects
Cancidas	caspofungin	antifungal agent	hepatic effects, sensitivity rxns, infusion rxns
Ancobon	flucytosine	antifungal agent	gi effects, hepatic effects, renal effects, nervous system effects, sensitivity rxns
Fulvicin P/G	griseofulvin	antifungal agent	paresthesias of hands and feet after prolonged therapy, epigastric pain, N/V/D/gas, lupus like rxn
Mycostatin	nystatin	antifungal agent	mild nausea and diarrhea
Lamisil	Terbinafine	antifungal agent	haptic failure, anaphylactoid rxn, SJS, erythema multiforme
Vfend	voriconazole	antifungal agent	hepatitis, cholestasis, anaphylactoid rxn, SJS, photosensitivity
Sporanox	itraconazole	antifungal agent	n/v/d/gas, SJS, chf, edema, prolonged QT interval, increased LFTs
Paser	Aminosalicylic acid	antitubercular agent	N/V/D/A, vitamin B12, folic acid, and iron malabsorption
Myambutol	ethambutol	antitubercular agent	ocular effects, loss of red-green color discrimination
Isoniazid	isoniazid (INH)	antitubercular agents	peripheral neuritis, rarely seizures, increases in bilirubin, AST and ALT, hematologic effects
Pyrazinamide	pyrazinamide (PZA)	antitubercular agents	increased liver enzymes, gout
Rifampin	rifampin	antitubercular agents	n/v/d, increased bilirubin, AST and ALT
Ritalin, Methylin, Metadate ER, Concerta	methylphenidate	Stimulant	anorexia, abdominal pain, HA, insomnia, jitteriness, social withdrawal, transient motor tics, wt loss
Dexedrine, Dextrostat, Adderall, Xr	amphetamine	Stimulant	anorexia, abdominal pain, HA, insomnia, jitteriness, social withdrawal, transient motor tics, wt loss
Focalin	D-threo-enantiomer of racemic methylphenidate, dexmethylphenidate	Stimulant	anorexia, abdominal pain, HA, insomnia, jitteriness, social withdrawal, transient motor tics, wt loss
Strattera	atomoxetine	Stimulant	anorexia, abdominal pain, HA, insomnia, jitteriness, social withdrawal, transient motor tics, wt loss
Cognex	tacrine	Alzheimer's disease tx	(blank)
Aricept	donepezil	Alzheimer's disease tx	N/V
Exelon	rivastigmine	Alzheimer's disease tx	N/V, gi upset, sig wt loss
Razadyne	galantamine	Alzheimer's disease tx	n/v, gi upset
Sinemet	carbidopa/levodopa	Parkinson's disease tx	take on empty stomach, n/v, agitation, depression
Parlodel	bromocriptine	Parkinson's disease tx	n/v, agitation, depression
Permax	pergolide	parkinson's dz tx	N/V, agitation, confusion, depression, dyskinetic movts
Mirapex	pramipexole	parkinson's dz tx	N/V, agitation, confusion, depression, dyskinetic movts
Requip	ropinirole	parkinson's dz tx	N/V, agitation, confusion, depression, dyskinetic movts
Eldepryl, Carbex, Atapryl, Selpak	selegiline	parkinson's dz tx	N/V, insomnia, dizziness, agitation, anorexia, dyskinetic movts
Comtan	entacapone	parkinson's dz tx	N/VD, dyskinesia, urine coloration
Tasmar	tolcapone	parkinson's dz tx	N/VD, dyskinesia, urine coloration, liver toxicity
Symmetrel	amantadine	parkinson's dz tx	confusion, dizziness, depression, anxiety, insomnia, psychoses
Cogentin	benztropine	parkinson's dz tx	anti SLUD, confusion, agitation, psychoses
Artane	trihexyphenidyl	parkinson's dz tx	anti SLUD, confusion, agitation, psychoses
Ocupress	Carteolol	Glaucoma Tx	(blank)
Betagen	levobunolol	Glaucoma Tx	Nonselective
OptiPranolol	metipranolol	Glaucoma Tx	Nonselective
Betoptic	betaxolol	Glaucoma Tx	B1 antag
Betaxon	levobetaxolol	Glaucoma Tx	B1 antag
Diamox	acetazolamide	Glaucoma Tx	carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
Trusopt	dorzolamide	Glaucoma Tx	carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
Neptazane	methazolamide	Glaucoma Tx	carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
Azopt	brinzolamide	Glaucoma Tx	carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
Xalatan	latanoprost	Glaucoma Tx	prostaglandin analog
Lumigan	brimatoprost	glaucoma tx	prostaglandin analog
Travatan	travoprost	glaucoma tx	prostaglandin analog
Rescula	unoprostone	glaucoma tx	prostaglandin analog
Alphagan	brimonidine	gluacoma tx	alpha2 adrenergic agonist
Propine	dipivefrin	gluacoma tx	alpha adrenergic agonist
Pilocar, Ocuserts	pilocarpine	glaucoma tx	cholinergic, miotic