2.SULFONAMIDES
Bacteriostatic - antagonism to PABA, which some bacteria need to multiply
Uses: UTI and 2nd and 3rd degree burns
Adverse Reactions
Agranulocytosis
Thrombocytopenia
Aplastic anemia
Leukopenia
Take with a full glass of water & not with meals
3.PENICILLINS
Bactericidal or bacteriostatic – prevents bacteria from using a substance necessary for maintaining their cell wall
Uses: UTI’s, septicemia, meningitis, gonorrhea, syphilis, pneumonia and respiratory infections
Adverse reactions (increase risk if allergic to other substances):
Anaphylactic shock - severe hypotension, respiratory distress
Superinfection – diarrhea
Take with a full glass of water & not with meals
4.CEPHALOSPORINS
Affect the bacterial cell wall, bactericidal
Uses: pharyngitis, tonsillitis, otitis media, lower resperatory infections, UTI’s septicemia and gonorrhea
Adverse reactions
Nausea, vomiting & diarrhea
Superinfection: sore mouth and throat
urticaria
Take with food or milk
5.TETRACYCLINE
Bacteriostatic – inhibits bacteria protein synthesis
Uses: Rocky mountain spotted fever, intestinal amebiasis, chlamydia & severe acne
Adverse reactions
Photosensitivity (exaggerated sunburn – avoid exposure to sunlight or sun lamps
Do not take with milk or milk products
6.MACROLIDES
Bacteriostatic or bactericidal – binds to the cell membrane and causes changes in protein function
Uses: acne, skin infections & upper respiratory infections
Adverse reactions
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Hypersensitivity reactions (itching, wheezing, rashes)
Take with full glass of water & avoid alcohol
7.LINCOSAMIDES
Bactericidal – inhibit protein synthesis
Uses: more serious infections
Adverse reactions
Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Take with full glass of water & avoid alcohol
8.FLUOROQUINOLONES
Bactericidal – interferes with DNA gyrase needed by the bacteria to synthesis DNA
Uses: lower respiratory infections, UTI’s, STD’s & skin infections
Adverse reactions
Ototoxicity, nephrotoxicity, neurotoxicity
Take with full glass of water, drink 6-8 glasses of fluids daily, avoid sunlight, and NO alcohol
9.AMINOGLYCOSIDES
Bactericidal – blocks a step in protein synthesis preventing multiplication
Uses: preoperatively, hepatic coma
Adverse reactions
Nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity, neurotoxicity
Nausea, vomiting, anorexia, rash, urticaria
Take with full glass of water, drink 6-8 glasses of fluids daily, avoid sunlight, and NO alcohol
11.ANTITUBERCULAR DRUGS
Used to treat NOT cure
Bacteriostatic – inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
Giving three drugs for the treatment of TB helps slow the development of bacterial resistance
Must be given for 6-9 months continuously
12.LEPROSTATIC DRUGS
Bactericidal – exact action unknown
Uses: treatment of leprosy
Given orally, maybe for years
Prior to initializing treatment assess affected areas on the body.
13.ANTIVIRAL DRUGS
Inhibit viral DNA or RNA replication
Uses: herpes simplex 1 & 2, HIV, chytomegalovirus, infuenza A, RSV
Adverse Reactions
GI upset
Antibiotic can be given at the same time to prevent or treat secondary bacterial infections, but not to cure a virus.
The drugs will not prevent the spread of the infection to others.
14.ANTIFUNGAL
Thought to have an effect on the cell membrane
Uses: superficial or deep fungal infections
Adverse Reactions
Local reactions (irritation, burning, redness or stinging)
Be sure to clean area prior to applying topical tx.
Vaginal Suppositories should be given, high in the vagina and at bedtime.
15.ANTIHELMINTIC
Kills the parasite
Uses: roundworms, pinworms, whipworms, hookworms, and tapeworms
Adverse Reactions
Mild if they even occur
Educate patients to wash hands thoroughly after urinating or defecating
16.ANTIMALARIAL
Interfere with the life cycle of the plasmodium
Uses: prevention and management of malaria
Adverse Reactions
Hypotension, visual disturbances, headache, nausea
Photosensitivity, anorexia, nausea
Tinnitus, dizziness, headache, GI disturbances
When used for prevention take once weekly, on the same day each week.
17.SALICYLATES
All Salicylates are similar in actions, Aspirin has a greater anti-inflammatory effect
Uses: pain relief, fever, inflammation, reduce the risk of MI and stroke.
Adverse Reactions
Gastric upset, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, GI bleeding.
Aspirin inhibits the aggregation of platelets.
S&S of mild salicylism – dizziness, tinnitus, difficulty hearing
18.NON SALICYLATES
Mechanism of action is unknown
Uses: pain relief, fever (doesn’t have an anti-inflammatory action.)
Adverse Reactions
Very few and usually occur with chronic use or overdose
Take with food or full glass of water
19.NSAIDS
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug’s
Thought to act by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis
Uses: pain relief, primary dysmenorrhea, fever reduction
Adverse Reactions
GI reactions, can be severe or even fatal
Age increases the risk of adverse reactions
Take with food or a full glass of water
20.NARCOTIC ANALGESICS
Agonist – Partial Agonist – Mixed Agonist-Antagonists (see definitions for actions)
Uses: relieve or manage severe acute or chronic pain.
Adverse Reactions
Light-headedness, dizziness, sedation, constipation, anorexia, nausea, vomiting and sweating.
Miosis may occur after giving some narcotic analgesics, this puts them at risk for injury
21.NARCOTIC ANTAGONISTS
Counteracts the actions of something else.
Uses: complete or partial reversal of narcotic depression
Adverse Reactions
Nausea, vomiting, sweating tachycardia & anxiety
Monitor V/S every 5 minutes initially after giving an narcotic antagonist
22.ADRENERGIC DRUGS
Mimic the activity of the sympathetic nervous system
Uses: hypovolemic shock, episodes of hypotension bronchial asthma, superficial asthma, allergic reactions
Adverse Reactions
Cardiac arrhythmias, headache insomnia, nervousness, anorexia
Relaxes the smooth muscles of the bronchi
Overuse of nasal decongestants, can cause rebound congestions
23.ADRENERGIC BLOCKING DRUGS
Alpha, Beta, Anti- & Alpha/Beta Adrenergic Drugs (see definitions)
Alpha adrenergic drugs produce their greatest effects on the adrenergic nerves that control the vascular system
Beta adrenergic blocking drugs produce the greatest effect on the heart
Some beta adrenergic blocking drugs can be used to treat patients who have glaucoma
24.CHOLINERGIC DRUGS
May act like the neurohormone Ach or inhibit the release of the neurohormone AChE
Uses: glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, urinary retention
Adverse Reactions:
Excess salivation, nausea, vomiting, & diarrhea
Contraindicated with peptic ulcer disease
Ongoing treatment should include checking the eye and around the eye for redness, inflammation and secretions
25.Inhibits the activity of acetylocholine in parasympathetic nerve fibers
Uses: pylorospasm, peptic ulcer, ureteral colic, reduce secretions of upper respiratory tract (preoperatively)
Adverse Reactions
Dry mouth, blurred vision, and photophobia
Contraindicated with glaucoma
ANTI-CHOLINERGIC DRUGS
26.SEDATIVES & HYPNOTICS
Produces CNS depression and mood alteration
Uses: insomnia or as a preoperative regimen
Adverse Reactions
Somnolence, agitation, confusion, lethargy, respiratory distress, bradycardia, hypotension
It is only acceptable to give a hypnotic with a narcotic analgesic when it is being given preoperatively
When giving to the elderly monitor for marked excitement and confusion
Hold a hypnotic if vital signs vary from the patients baseline.
27.CNS STIMULANTS
Analeptics, Amphetamines & Anorexiants (see definitions)
Uses: limited in medicine, analeptics – temp. tx of respiratory depression; amphetamines – temp. tx of exogenous obesity, narcolepsy; ADHD; anorexiants – tx of exogenous obesity
Adverse reactions
Dizziness, headache, apprehension, disorientation, insomnia
Anorexiants and amphetamines are highly addictive and have a abuse potential
28.ANTICONVULSANTS
Reduce the excitability of the neurons in the brain
Uses: the more common types of seizures
Adverse Reactions
Sedation, nausea, vomiting, constipation, nystagmus
Take with food to decrease nausea
Do not abruptly discontinue taking med because it can cause seizures
29.ANTIPARKINSONISM DRUGS
Mechanism of action is not completely understood
Uses: Parkinson's disease
Adverse Reactions
Dystonic movements (facial grimacing, protruding tongue, jerking of extremities), dry mouth, blurred vision & dizziness
Avoid alcohol, do not increase, decrease or omit dose without consulting physician
31.ANTIANXIETY DRUGS
Exact mechanism of action unknown. Acts on the limbic system and reticular formation in the brain
Uses: anxiety disorders, long and short term
Adverse Reactions
mild drowsiness(1st few days), lethargy, fatigue, sedation
Do not discontinue abruptly
32.ANTIDEPRESSANTS
Exact mechanism of action is unknown, thought to slow the adaptive changes in noreepinephrine and serotonin receptor systems.
Uses: depression, major and minor
Adverse Reactions
Sedation, dry mouth, dry eyes, urinary retention, nausea
A serious adverse reaction of a MAOI is hypertensive crisis
The nurse must check for cheeking
33.ANTIPHSYCHOTIC DRUGS
Thought to inhibit or block the release of the neurohormone dopamine in the brain
Uses: manage acute and chronic psychoses
Adverse Reactions
Dry mouth, sedation, hypotension, nasal congestion, headache
Do not take OTC drugs; Take exactly as directed; Do not drink alcohol
34.CHOLINESTERASE INHIBITORS
Increase the level of actylcholine in the CNS by inhibiting its breakdown and slowing neuronal destruction
Uses: dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease
Adverse Reactions
Limited – anorexia, nausea, vomiting, weight loss
It is not a cure, but just a delay in progression
35.ANTIEMETIC DRUGS
Inhibits the CTZ or depresses the sensitivity of the vestibular apparatus of the inner ear
Uses: prophylactic or tx of nausea and vomiting
Adverse Reactions
Varying degrees of drowsiness
Avoid driving, take as directed, avoid alcohol and other sedatives
36.ANTIVERTIGO DRUGS
Inhibits the CTZ or depresses the sensitivity of the vestibular apparatus of the inner ear
Uses: vertigo (see definitions)
Adverse reactions
Varying degrees of drowsiness
Avoid driving, take as directed, avoid alcohol and other sedatives
37.ANESTHETIC DRUGS
LOCAL ANESTHESIA – topical, local infiltration, regional (spinal & conduction blocks)
PREANESTHETIC – to prepare for anesthesia, the antianxiety drug will aid in reducing the dose of the anesthetic induction agent needed.
GENERAL ANETHESIA – several drugs used
POST ANESTHESIA - check airway, respiratory status and give O2 as needed, position to prevent aspiration, and monitor VS q 5-10mins
38.ANTIHISTAMINES
Prevent histamine from entering the histamine receptor site
Uses: relief of S&S of allergies, motion sickness, nausea & vomiting & sedation
Adverse Reactions
Drowsiness, sedation, dry mucus membranes
Most are given with food to prevent gastric upset.
39.DECONGESTANTS
Produce localized vasoconstriction of the small blood vessels of the nasal membranes
Uses: congestion assoc. with colds, allergies and middle ear infections
Adverse Reactions:
Nasal burning, stinging & dryness
Contraindicated with hypertension
Overuse can make symptoms worse
40.BRONCHODILATORS
Opens the bronchi and allow more air to enter the lungs
Uses: reversible airway obstruction, (asthma, bronchitis, emphysema)
Adverse Reactions
Elevated B/P, anxiety, cardiac arrythmias
Avoid smoking (makes it hard to adjust dose)
42.ANTITUSSIVES
Depresses the cough center located in the medulla, centrally acting drugs
Uses: to relieve non productive coughs
Adverse Reactions
Respiratory depression, euphoria, light-headedness, sedation, nausea, vomiting
Do not exceed recommended dose
Push fluids
If cough is productive call Dr STAT
43.MUCOLYTICS & EXPECTORANTS
Increases mucus production by decreasing the viscosity of the mucus
Uses: emphysema, bronchitis, asthma, TB
Adverse Reactions
Sedation, nausea, drowsiness
If equipment is being utilized teach patient how to use it properly
44.CARDIOTONICS
Increases cardiac output through positive inotropic activity
Uses: heart failure, atrial fibrillation
Adverse reactions
Headache, weakness, drowsiness
If taking Digoxin and c/o nausea and blurred vision (call dr. STAT)
45.ANTIARRHYTHMIC DRUGS
The drug works differently depending on what class it falls in
Uses: prevent and treat cardiac arrhythmias
Adverse Reactions
Light-headedness, weakness, hypotension, bradycardia & drowsiness
If taking parenterally, measure and record I&O
Check B/P, apical & radial pulse and respirations q 1-4 hours
46.ANTIANGINALS (Nitrates)
Relaxes the smooth muscles of the blood vessels
Uses: angina pectoris
Adverse Reactions
Headache, hypotension, dizziness, vertigo, weakness, flushing
Do not use alcohol, Keep an adequate supply of meds on hand, Do not change name brands.
47.ANTIANGINALS (Calcium channel blockers)
Dilate coronary arteries and arterioles, Dilate peripheral arteries and reduces the workload of the heart
Uses: vasospastic angina and chronic stable angina
Adverse Reactions
Dizziness, light-headedness, nausea, diarrhea, flushing
Make position changes slowly, Do not use alcohol, Keep an adequate supply of meds on hand
48.PERIPHERAL VASODILATING DRUGS
Acts on the smooth muscle layers of peripheral blood vessels
Uses: peripheral vascular disease
Adverse Reactions
Hypotension, headache, dizziness, palpitations
Avoid driving and sudden changes in position
Stop smoking
49.ANTIHYPERTENSIVES
Dilate or increase the size of the arterial blood vessels
Uses: high blood pressure
Adverse Reactions
Postural hypotension, dizziness, light-headedness, orthostatic hypotension
Must assess B/P immediately prior to giving med
Prior to giving the a B/P med for the initial time take B/P in both arms
50.ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMICS
Bile acid sequestrants
HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors
Fibric Acid Derivatives
Uses: lower serum lipid levels
Adverse Reactions
Nausea, vomiting, headache, abdominal pain
A paradoxical elevation of the lipid levels may occur
Usually drugs will be discontinued if no improvement in 3 months.
51.ANTICOAGULANTS
Interfere with the clotting mechanism of the blood
Uses: DVT, MI, embolizms
Adverse Reactions
Mild to severe bleeding, nausea, vomiting, alopecia
INR must be reported if the level is above 2
Give Vit K to reverse the action of an oral anticoagulant
52.THROMBOLYTIC DRUGS
Break down fibrin clots by converting plasminogen to plasmin
Uses: treat acute MI, PE, DVT
Adverse Reactions
external or internal bleeding
Need continuous monitoring, bed rest during therapy
53.ANEMIA DRUGS (Iron)
Elevate the serum iron concentration
Uses: iron deficiency anemia
Adverse Reactions
GI irritation, nausea, black stools, constipation
If giving iron IM, give in the buttock using the Z-track method
If giving oral, do not give with tetracylines
55.DIURETICS
Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibiotors
Loop Diuretics
Osmotic Diuretics
Potassium Sparing Diuretics
Thiazides
If take drug once daily, take in the early morning
ALERT- poor skin turgor & dry mucous membranes are signs of excess diuresis
56.URINARY ANTIINFECTIVES
Uses: UTI’s
Adverse Reactions
Nausea, vomiting, anorexia, abdominal pain
Stress the importance of completing a full course of therapy
Avoid the use of nonprescription drugs
57.GI SYSTEM DRUGS
Antacids
Reduce the acidity of stomach and duodenal contents
Uses – heartburn, GERD, sour stomach
Adverse reactions – constipation
Anticholinergics
Reduces gastric motility
Uses – peptic ulcers
Adverse reactions – dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention
58.GI SYSTEM DRUGS (cont.)
GI stimulants
Mode of action unclear
Uses – GERD, gastric stasis
Adverse reactions – mild, drowsiness or dizziness
Histamine H2 antagonists
Inhibit the action of histamine at the receptor cells of the stomach
Uses – gastric or duodenal ulcers
Adverse reactions -
59.GI SYSTEM DRUGS (cont.)
Antidiarrheals
Decreases intestinal peristalsis
Uses – diarrhea
Adverse reactions –anorexia, nausea, constipation, vomiting
Antiflatulents
Has a defoaming action the disperses and prevents the formation of mucus-surrounded gas pockets in the intestines
Uses – painful symptoms of excess gas
Adverse reactions – none
60.GI SYSTEM DRUGS (cont.)
Digestive enzymes
Breakdown and digest fats
Uses – pancreatic enzyme insufficiency
Adverse reactions – none reported
Emetics
Causes local irritation of the stomach and induces vomiting
Uses – ingested poison or drug overdose
Adverse reactions – none reported
61.GI SYSTEM DRUGS (cont.)
Gallstone – Solubilizing drugs
Suppress the manufacture of cholesterol Uses – nonsurgical tx of radiolucent gallstones
Adverse reactions – diarrhea, cramps, nausea, vomiting, (prolonged use – toxic to the liver)
Laxatives
Each works differently but they produce a relief in constipation
Uses: constipation
Adverse reactions – diarrhea, abdominal pain, flatulence
62.GI SYSTEM DRUGS (cont.)
Proton pump inhibitors
Suppress gastric acid secretions by blocking the production of gastric acid
Uses – ulcers, GERD,
Adverse reactions – headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain
Take stool softeners and laxatives with a full glass of water
Do Not give ipecac syrup if the patient has ingested gasoline
63.ANTIDIABETIC DRUGS (Insulin)
Insulin helps glucose enter the cells of striated muscle and adipose tissue
Uses: diabetes mellitus type 1 & 2
Adverse Reactions
Hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia
Rotate injections sites, follow the prescribed diet, wear an medical ID bracelet
64.PITUITARY & ADRENOCORTICAL HORMONES
Hormone supplement or replacement
Measure I&O daily
Avoid alcohol
Wear a medical alert tag
Drink one or two glasses of water prior to taking med
Long-term glucocorticoid therapy adverse reactions are decreased resistance to infection
65.THYROID & ANTITHYROID DRUGS
Uses: hyper or hypothyroidism
Adverse reactions
Signs of hyper or hypothyroidism
Administer med early in the morning preferably before breakfast
66.MALE & FEMALE HORMONES
Male hormones
Androgens, anabolic steroids, androgen hormone inhibitors
Female hormones
Estrogens, progestins, contraceptive hormones
Taking anabolic steroids can cause severe mental and personality changes
Oral contraceptives are best taken with evening meal or at bedtime
67.DRUGS ACTING ON THE UTERUS
Oxytocic drugs – used before birth to induce contractions (stimulates the uterus)
Uterine relaxants – decrease uterine activity and prolongs pregnancy
Keep the patient under constant observation if receiving IV oxytocin
68.IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS
Vaccines & toxoids – stimulate the immune response within the body to specific antigens or toxins.
Immune Globulins and Antivenins – contain ready made antibodies & are given for passive immunity against disease
Fatalities and serious viral infections have been associated with the administration of vaccines
69.ANTINEOPLASTIC DRUGS
Generally affect cells that rapidly proliferate
Uses: they interfere in some way with cell division
Adverse Reactions
Bone marrow suppression, nausea, vomiting, stomatitis diarrhea and hair loss
Take drug on an empty stomach, keep all appointments, Do not take OTC meds, Avoid Alcohol
70.TOPICAL DRUGS FOR THE SKIN
Anti-infectives – direct local affect on bacteria, fungi and viruses
Antiseptics & Germicides – reduce the number of bacteria on the skin surface
Corticosteroids – localized anti-inflammatory activity
Antipsoriatics – tx of psoriasis
71.TOPICAL DRUGS FOR THE SKIN (cont)
Enzymes – removal of dead soft tissues
Keratolytics – removes excess growth of the epidermis
Local anesthetics – temp. inhibit the conduction of impulses from sensory nerve fibers
Remove a drug with soap and warm water prior to apply more
72.OTIC & OPTIC DRUGS
Otic
Uses: to relieve pain, treat infection and inflammation, aid in the removal of ear wax
Adverse reactions – prolonged use (superinfection)
Ophthalmic –
Uses: glaucoma, infections, inflammation and allergies
Adverse Reactions – varies depending on type
Warm otic solutions prior to instillation to prevent dizziness
73.FLUIDS & ELECTROLYTES
Uses to correct nutritional of fluid deficiencies or treat certain diseases and conditions
Fluids
Blood plasma, plasma proteins fractions, protein substrates, energy substrates, plasma expanders, & intravenous replacement solutions
Electroytes
Bicarbonate, calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium,
Adverse reactions
Hypokalemia
74.DEFINITIONS:
BACTERICIDAL – destruction of bacteria by an antibiotic
BACTERIOSTATIC- slows the multiplication of bacteria
ANAEROBIC- able to live without oxygen
AGONIST – binds to a receptor and causes a response
PARTIAL AGONIST – binds to a receptor, but the response is limited
MIXED AGONISTS – ANTAGONISTS – properties of both the agonist and antagonist
76.DEFINITIONS cont:
ANALEPTICS – drugs that stimulate the respiratory center
AMPHETAMINES – produce euphoria and wakefulness
ANOREXIANTS - suppress the appetite
TARDIVE DYSKINESIA – rhythmic voluntary movements of the tongue or face
77.DEFINITIONS cont:
ACETYLCHOLINE – chemical in the brain required for memory and thinking
VERTIGO – a feeling of spinning or a rotation-type motion
LOADING DOSE – series of doses of the drug until it starts to exert full therapeutic effect