CABRIGA, LADY DIANE

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GENERIC NAME/ MECHANISM OF INDICATIONS CONTRAINDICATIONS SIDE EFFECTS NURSE INTERACTIONS

BRAND NAME ACTION

GENERIC NAME: Cefuroxime binds to Pharyngitis, tonsillitis caused by Hypersensitivity to Large doses can cause cerebral Take full course of therapy even if
Cimex Multicare one or more of the Streptococcus pyogenes cephalosporins. irritation and convulsions; you are feeling better.
penicillin-binding •Otitis media caused by nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, This drug is specific for this
BRAND NAME: proteins(PBPs) which Streptococcus pneumoniae, GI disturbances; infection and should not be used
Cefuroxime axetil ceftin inhibits the final S. pyogenes, Haemophilus influenzae, erythemamultiforme, to self-treat other problems.
transpeptidation step Moraxella catarrhalis Stevens-Johnson syndrome, •Swallow tablets whole; do not
CLASSIFICATION: of peptidoglycan •Lower respiratory infections caused epidermalnecrolysis. crush them. Take the drug with
Antibiotic synthesis in bacterial by food.
Cephalosporin cell wall, thus S. pneumoniae, •You may experience these side
(secondgeneration) inhibiting biosynthesis Haemophilus parainfluenzae, effects: Stomach upset
and arresting cell wall H.influenzae or diarrhea.
assembly resulting in •UTIs caused by Escherichia coli, •Report severe diarrhea with
bacterial cell death. Klebsiella pneumoniae blood, pus, or mucus; rash;
•Uncomplicated gonorrhea (urethral difficulty breathing; unusual
andendocervical) tiredness, fatigue ;unusual
• bleeding or bruising; unusual
Dermatologic infections, including itching or irritation.
impetigo caused by
Streptococcus aureus, S. pyogenes
•Treatment of early Lyme disease
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GENERIC NAME/ BRAND MECHANISM OF ACTION
NAME
GENERIC NAME: Kamillosan M combines the
Kamilloscen Sprey anti-inflammatory,
deodorant and accelerated
BRAND NAME: wound-healing properties of
Kamillosan M Transfarma chamomile with the
bacteriostatic and fungistatic
CLASSIFICATION: effects of the essential oils.
agents for local oral It is therefore suited for the
treatment. relief of inflammatory
infection of the buccal and
pharyngeal cavity.
INDICATIONS
inflammatory affections of the buccal &
pharyngeal cavity, parodontosis, acute gingivitis,
pain after tooth extraction & during 2nd
dentition, mucosal irritation caused by dental
plates, tonsillary angina, canker sores, bad
breath.
WARNING:
Do not spray directly into the nose
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Kamillosan M spray should not be
used in patients with identified
hypersensitivity to anethole. Inform
your doctor if you have suffered to
allergic reaction to any of active
ingredients in the past.
Do not draw in Kamillosan M spray
and do not spray straight into the
nasal passage. Kamillosan M spray
should not be used in babies and
small kids.
• Inform you doctor if you are
already using any other drugs or
herbal medicines for existing health
conditions. Some drugs may interact
with the active ingredients present
in Kamilosan M spray and cause
serious side effects.
SIDE EFFECTS
Rare reports of patients suffering
from allergic reaction on using
Kamilosan M spray have been
reported. Symptoms include hives,
skin rashes, reddening, and difficulty
in breathing, chest pain, and chest
congestion, swelling of the lips,
tongue, throat or face. In case any
such symptoms occur on using
Kamillosan M spray, stop using the
drug immediately and seek for
emergency medical help.
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GENERIC NAME/ MECHANISM INDICATIONS CONTRAINDICATIONS SIDE EFFECTS NURSE INTERACTIONS

BRAND NAME OF ACTION

GENERIC NAME: Gastric acid Short term treatment CNS Administer before meals. Caution patient to swallow
omeprazole pump inhibitor, of active benign gastric •Allergy to •Headache capsules whole—not to open, chew, or crush them. If using oral
suppresses ulcer omeprazole or its •Dizziness suspension, empty packet into a small cup containing 2 tbsp of
BRAND NAME: gastric acid •Short term treatment components. •Vertigo water. Stir and have patient drink immediately; fill cup with
Prilosec secretion by of active duodenal •Insomnia water and have patient drink this water. Do not use any other
specific ulcer. •Anxiety diluent.
CLASSIFICATION: inhibition of the •Treatment of •Paresthesia •
proton hydrogen symptoms WARNING:
pumpinhibitors potassium AT of GERD and heart GI Arrange for further evaluation of patient after 8wk of therapy for
(PPI) Pase enzyme burn. •Diarrhea gastro reflux disorders; not intended for maintenance therapy.
s system at •Abdominal pain Symptomatic improvement does not rule out gastric cancer,
the secretory •Nausea which did occur in preclinical studies.
surface of the •Vomiting •
gastric parietal •constipation Administer antacids with omeprazole, if needed
cells, blocks
the final step
acid
production.
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GENERIC NAME/ MECHANISM OF ACTION INDICATIONS CONTRAINDICATIONS SIDE EFFECTS NURSE INTERACTIONS
BRAND NAME

GENERIC NAME: Selective serotonin (5-HT3)
ONDANSETRON receptor antagonist.
HYDROCHLORIDE Serotonin receptors are
located centrally in the
chemoreceptor trigger zone
BRAND NAME: (CTZ) and peripherally on
Zofran, Zofran ODT the vagal nerve terminals.
Serotonin is released from
the wall of the small
CLASSIFICATION: intestine and stimulates the
GASTROINTESTINAL vagal efferents through the
AGENT; ANTIEMETIC; serotonin receptors and
5-HT3 ANTAGONIST initiates the vomiting reflex.
Prevention of nausea and vomiting
associated with initial and repeated
courses of cancer chemotherapy,
including high-dose cisplatin;
postoperative nausea and vomiting.
Hypersensitivity to CNS: Dizziness and light-
ondansetron. headedness, headache,
sedation.
GI: Diarrhea, constipation,
dry mouth, transient
increases in liver
aminotransferases and
bilirubin.
Body as a
Whole: Hypersensitivity
reactions.
Assessment & Drug Effects
 Monitor fluid and
electrolyte status.
Diarrhea, which may
cause fluid and electrolyte
imbalance, is a potential
adverse effect of the drug.
 Monitor cardiovascular
status, especially in
patients with a history of
coronary artery disease.
Rare cases of tachycardia
and angina have been
reported.

Patient & Family Education

 Be aware that headache

requiring an analgesic for
relief is a common
adverse effect
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GENERIC NAME/ MECHANISM OF ACTION INDICATIONS CONTRAINDICATIONS SIDE EFFECTS NURSING RESPONSIBILITES
BRAND NAME

GENERIC NAME: Inhibits growth Acute infection with Active organic Headache, Nausea, dry Observe the10 Rs be foregiving the drug.
metronidazole of amoebae by binding to susceptible an aerobic disease of the CNS mouth, vomiting, Instruct to take drug with food or milk to
DNA, resulting in loss bacteria Drug Allergy diarrhea decrease GI upset
of helical structure,
Acute intestinal Blood dyscrasia Inform that drug may turn urine
BRAND NAME: strand breakage,
Flagyl inhibition of nucleic acid amoebiasis brown, don’t
synthesis and cell death. be alarmed

CLASSIFICATION:
Antibiotic
Antibacterial
Amebicide
Antiprotozoa