Drug Analysis Generic / Brand Name Generic Lansoprazole Brand Prevacid Classification Antisecretory drug, proton pump inhibitor

or Indication Short term treatment of active duodenal ulcer Contraindication Hypersensitivity to lansoprazole Action Side Effects / Adverse Effects Supresses gastric acid Side Effects secretion by specific Headache, diarrhea, inhibition of the abdominal pain, hydrogen potassium nausea, vomiting ATPase enzyme system Adverse Effects at the secretory Severe headache, surface of the gastric fever, chills, rash, parietal cells inflammation Nursing Intervention Administer before meals Instruct client to swallow capsule whole Inform the client about the possible side effects Instruct client to report any adverse effects Emphasize the importance of a proper nutrition Take drug with meals if there is stomach upset Monitor cardiac rhythm regularly during stabilization of dosage Monitor patient carefully while drug is being adjusted to therapeutic dose Instruct client not to chew or crush the tablet Instruct client to

Generic Felodipine Brand Plendil

Antihypertensive, Calcium channel blocker

Essential hypertension

Allergy to felodipine or other calcium channel blockers, sick sinus syndrome, heart block

Inhibits the movement of calcium ions across the membranes of cardiac and vascular smooth muscle cells; leads to arterial and coronary artery vasodilation and decreased vascular resistance

Side Effects Dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, fatigue, lethargy, peripheral edema, flushing, nausea Adverse Effects Irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, swelling of hands or feet, pronounced dizziness, constipation

Generic Nicotinamide, pizotifen hydrogen maleate, vitamin B1, vitamin B6 Brand Mosegor Vita

Appetite stimulant, Antimigraine Preparations

Underweight due to lack of appetite associated w/ vitamin B deficiency secondary to impaired dietary intake or absorption

Hypersensitivity to the drug, glaucoma prostatic hypertrophy

Sedating antihistamine that has strong seretonin antagonis

Side Effects Drowsiness, nausea, dryness of mouth, constipation and weight gain, increased appetite Adverse Effects Vision changes, confusion, stomach pain, swelling, mood changes, sexual function problems

Generic Diclofenac potassium Brand Cataflam

Analgesic, AntiInflammatory, AntiPyretiv, NSAID

Acute of long term treatment of mild to moderate pain

Allergy to NSAID, significant renal impairment

Inhibits cyclooxygenase, thus reduce synthesis of prostaglandin precursors.

Side Effects Headache, dizziness, nausea, dyspepsia, GI pain, diarrhea, constipation, Adverse Effects Sore throat, fever, rash, itching, weight gain, swelling in ankles or fingers, changes in vision, Anaphylactoid reactions to fatal

report any adverse reactions May be taken with meals if there is GI discomfort Increase fluid intake if dryness of mouth and constipation occurs Advise client to avoid driving or operating dangerous machines while taking this drug Inform the client about the possible side effects Instruct client to report any adverse effects Take drug with or after meals Instruct client to avoid spicy foods Instruct client to avoid carbonated and caffeinated drinks Instruct client that he may feel some side effects Instruct client to

anaphylactic shock Generic Esomeprazole magnesium Brand Nexium Antisecretory drug, proton pump inhibitor Reduction in occurrence of gastric ulcers associated with NSAID use Hypersensitivity to omeprazole, esomeprazole, or other proton pump inhibitor Supresses gastric acid secretion by specific inhibition of the hydrogen potassium ATPase enzyme system at the secretory surface of the gastric parietal cells Side Effects Headache, dizziness, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, sinusitis Adverse Effects Rash, insomnia, inflammation, alopecia, dry skin

report any adverse effects Take only prescribed dosage. Ensure that patient swallows capsule whole Establish safety precautions if dizziness occurs Instruct client to take drugs at least 1 hour before meals Instruct client that he may feel some side effects Instruct client to report any adverse effects