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A. General Principles
B. Administration of:
1. Oral
2. Parenteral
3. Opthalmic
4. Otic
5. Topical
6. Vaginal
7. Rectal
NERVOUS SYSTEM
CNS PN
S
PARASYMPATHETI SYMPATHETIC
C (cholinergic) (adrenergic) NE
ACH
AUTONOMIC
Cholinergic adrenergic
(parasympathomimetic) (sympathomimeti
Bethanecol, carbachol, c)
methacoline, *Norepinephrine
*Epinephrine
neostigmine,
*Dopamine
physostigmine
Cholinergic blockers Adrenergic
(parasympatholytic) blockers
(sympatholytics)
=antimuscarinic drugs * Propranolol
*catecholamines
*belladona alkaloids
(atropine &
scopolamine)
1. NARCOTIC AGONISTS
3. NON-STEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
BENZODIAZEPINES
*diazepam is DOC for Rx of STATUS
EPILIPTICUS
*clorazepate is use w/ other antiepileptic
agents to control partial seizures
HYDANTOINS
*Used to depress abnormal neuronal charges
& prevent spread of seizures
*also used to treat dysrhythmias
*A/R: gingival hyperplasia, alopecia,
hyperglycemia, blood dyscracias
*Seizure precaution & dental hygiene
*Give IV with normal saline & never with
dextrose
AMPHETAMINES
increase the release of catecholamines (NE from stored
sites in nere terminals)
Block the re-uptake of dopamine & NE following
release into the synapse, & inhibit the action of MAO
Increase stimulating effect on cerebral cortex & RAS
DOXAPRAM (DOPRAM)
PEMOLINE (Cylert)
CAFFEIN
DOPAMINERGIC MEDS
amantidine (Symmetrel); bromocriptine (Parlodel);
carbidopa-levodopa (Sinemet) ;trihexyphenidyl (artane)
Antidepressants
a. selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
Fluoxetine (proxac), Paroxetine (Paxil),Sertraline hcl
(Zoloft)
b. tricyclic
Elavil, Vivactil, Sinequan, Aventyl, Tofranil,
Norpramin
c. MAOi
Marplan, Nardil, Parnate
* watch out for strokes!
Neuroleptic (antipsychotic) agents
* blocks dopamine receptors in basal ganglia of brain,
inhibitiing transmission of nerve impulses
a. phenothiazines (zines)
b. butyrophenones (peridol)
c. thioxanthenia (trixene)
norepinephrine (Levophed)
*Stimulates heart in cardiac arrest
*Vasoconstricts & increases BP during hypotension &
shock
VASODILATOR AGENT
BETA-BLOCKING AGENT
DIURETIC
SUBLINGUAL:
*Offer sips of H2O since dryness may inhibit absorption
*Leave under tongue until fully absorbed, not swallowed
*Take 1 tab for pain ff q5 mins for a total of 3 doses. If pain
not relieved in 15 minutes, seek MD help….. may indicate MI
*Stinging/burning feeling means tablet is fresh
TOPICAL
*Remove ointment from previous dose, rotate sites &
avoid
touching ointment & hairy areas
*Squeeze ribbon into prescribed length on applicator
paper
*Sites: chest, back, abdomen, upper arm & anterior
thigh
TRANSDERMAL PATCH
*Apply patch to hairless area, using new patch &
different
site every day
*Remove patch after 12-14 hours, allowing 10-12 “patch-
free” hours daily to prevent tolerance
*Stand away from microwave ovens
GROUP 1
b. Lidocaine (XYLOCAINE)
b. Flecainide
GROUP 2
GROUP 4
DIGITALIZATION
*administration of layer dose of digitalis
preparation for an initial 24-48 hours
COMMON S/E
*weakness, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea,
arrhythmia & PR < 60bts/min
DIGITALIS TOXICITY
* loss of apetite, nausea, extreme fatigue,
weakness of the arms & legs, psychiatric
disturbances (nightmares, agitation,
listlessness, or hallucination) or visual
disturbances ( hazy, or blurred vision, difficulty
reading & green color…)
N.I.
*Prevents thromboembolism
•FACTOR IX COMPLEX
-contains factor II, VII, IX & X
(vit K coagulant factor)
-hemophilia
SYSTEMIC HEMOSTATICS
aminocaproic acid (AMIKAR, EPSIKARON)
- competetive antagonist of plasminogen
- C/I in intravascular active clotting
TOPICAL HEMOSTATICS
- absorbable gelatin sponge (Gelfoam)
- absorbable gelatin film (Gelfilm)
- absorbable gelatin powder
- oxidized cellulose
*Reduce serum level of cholesterol,
triglycerides & low- density lipoprotein when
diet alone is not enough
-cough suppresant
* Codeine * dyphenhydramine * benzonatate
MUCOLYTIC
albuterol (Ventolin)
*Dilate the airways of the respiratory tree making air
exchange and respiration easier for client; relaxes
bronchial smooth muscle
XANTHINE DERIVATIVES
aminophylline (Truphylline)
Theophylline
sodium bicarbonate
*rapid onset
*A/R: liberates CO2 & increases intra-abdominal
pressure
causing flatulence, caution in clients with HPN &
heart
failure, systemic alkalosis in clients with renal
failure
*suppress secretion of gastric acid
*indicated for PUD & heart burn & for GRF disease
cimetidine (Tagamet)
*taken on an empty stomach
*administered 1 hour apart from antacids
*crosses the blood-brain barrier & may cause mental
confusion, agitation, anxiety & disorientation
*dosages of these meds are reduced when taken
together:
warfarin Na, phenytoin, theophyllin & lidocaine
ranitidine (Zantac)
Neomycin (Mycifradin)
*reduces the number of colonic bacteria that normally
convert
urea & amino acids into ammonia
*given p.o. or via NGT
*used with caution in clients with kidney impairment
BULK FORMING LAXATIVES
psyllium hydrophillic mucilloid (Metamucil)
*absorbs water into the feces & increase bulk to form
large and
soft stools
*C/I bowel obstruction
*A/R: dehydration, electrolyte imbalance & dependency
STOOL SOFTENERS
docusate calcium (Surfak), docusate sodium (Colace)
*inhibit the absorption of H2O so fecal mass remains
large &
soft
*used to avoid straining
LUBRICANTS
mineral oil
*soften stools, ease strain of passing stools; lessen the
irritation of hemorrhoids
*interferes with absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D,
E, K
SALINE CATHARTICS
glycerin suppositories (Senokot); Mg hydroxide
*Attract H2O to large intestine to produce bulk,
stimulate
peristalsis & effect begins in 2-6 hours
STIMULANT CATHARTICS
biscodyl (Dulcolax): give 1 hour before/after antacids &
milk cascara (Castor Oil): effect 2-6 hours; give with
juice
PROXIMAL TUBULE DIURETICS
furosemide (Lasix)
Mannitol (osmitrol)
Isosorbide
Urea (ureaphil)
URINARY TRACT ANTISEPTICS
nitrofurantoin (Furadantin, Furalan, Macrobid)
*Inhibits the growth of bacteria in the urine
*Indicated for UTIs & do not achieve antibacterial
effects in
the blood or tissues
*Given with milk or meals to prevent GI distress
*A/R: pulmonary reactions like dspnea, chest pain,
chills,
fever, cough & will resolve 2-4 days after treatment
*Imparts a harmless brown color to urine
URINARY ANALGESICS
phenazopyridine HCl (Pyridium)
*Used to treat pain from UTI or irritation
*usually given together with antibiotics
*A/R: nausea, headache, vertigo, urine will turn red or
orange
CHOLINERGIC
bethanechol chloride (Duvoid, Urecholine)
*Used to treat nonobstructive urinary retention
*Used to increase bladder tone & function
*A/R: hypotension, diarrhea, urinary urgency & broncho-
constriction
*antidote: atropine SO4
ANTISPASMODICS
oxybutynin chloride (Ditropan) relaxes smooth muscles
of urinary tract
*A/R: leukopenia, bradycardia, anxiety
propantheline bromide (Pro-banthine) decreases
bladder muscle spasms
*A/R: palpitations, blurred vision, urinary hesitancy &
urgency,
dry mouth & constipation
HEMATOPOIETIC GROWTH FACTOR
Cytotoxic Meds
azathioprine (Imuran)
ritonavir (Norvir)
*A/R: increase triglyceride levels
RELATED DRUGS:
A. PENICILLINASE-RESISTANT PENICILLINS
METHICIN Na (STAPHCILLIN) & NAFCILLIN Na (NAFCIN,
UNIPEN)
*Used to treat penicillinase-producing organisms
B. AMINOPENICILLINS
AMPICILLIN(AMCILL, POLYCILLIN) & AMOXICILLIN
TRIHYDRATE (AMOXIL)
*Increased effectiveness against gram-negative
organisms
FIRST-GENERATION – CEFAZOLIN Na (ANCEF)
CIPROFLOXACIN (CIPROBAY)
GENTAMICIN (GARAMYCIN)
“Mycins”
*Suppresses protein synthesis in bacterial
cell;
bactericidal
*Against gram-negative bacterial infections;
eye infections
Ketonazole (nizoral)
Miconazole (monistat)
Nystatin (mycostatin)
General Considerations
ISONIAZID (INH)
ETHAMBUTOL (MYAMBUTOL)
RIFAMPICIN
STREPTOMYCIN
PYRAZINAMIDE
ACNE PRODUCTS
Isotretinoin (Accutane)
*metabolite of vitamin A
*treatment for severe cystic acne
*C/I: sun exposure, ROH & pregnancy
BURNS PRODUCT
Mafenide (Sulfamylon)
*bacteriostatic against gram-negative & gram-positive org.
*apply 1/6 inch film directly to burn
*A/R diffuses via devascularized areas; may precipitate
metabolic
acidosis manifested by hyperventilation; bone marrow
depression
Burns Products
nitrofurazone (Furacin)
*bactericidal
*apply 1/16 inch film directly to burn
*A/R: contact dermatitis & rash
silver nitrate
*antiseptic against gm-negative org.
*apply to dressing & not to wound or broken skin
*A/R: stains anything it comes into contact with but
ALKYLATING MEDICATIONS
cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan)
*A/R: gonadal suppression, hemorrhagic
cystitis..hematuria &
dysuria…encourage 2-3 liters of fluids/day unless C/I
*Encourage diet low in purine to alkalinize urine & lower
blood
uric acid level purine food: organ meats
ANTITUMOR ANTIBIOTIC MEDS
aspariginase (Elspar)
*A/R: impaired pancreatic function
HORMONAL MEDS & ENZYMES
mitotane (Lysodren)
*A/R: hemorrhagic cystitis & hypercholesterolemia