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Generic Name: Co-amoxiclav Brand Name: Augmentin Classification: Drawing:

Dosage: 625 mg

Time: BID for 6 days

Route: p.o

To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of AUGMENTIN (amoxicillin/ clavulanate potassium) and other antibacterial drugs, AUGMENTIN should be used only to treat infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible bacteria. When culture and susceptibility information are available, they should be considered in selecting or modifying antibacterial therapy.

Augmentin is contraindicated in patients with a history of allergic reactions to any penicillin. It is also contraindicated in patients with a previous history of Augmentinassociated cholestatic jaundice/ hepatic dysfunction

B-lactam antibiotic w/ B-lactamase inhibitor Spectrum. Augmentin works by inhibiting the synthesis of bacterial cell walls.

Abdominal discomfort, allergic reactions, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, nausea, hyperactivity, drowsiness.

* Evaluate for infection, use barrier contraception, *Monitor for S&S of a rash (usually occurring within a few days after start of drug) suggestive of a hypersensitivity reaction. * If it occurs, look for other signs of hypersensitivity (fever, wheezing, generalized itching, dyspnea), and report to physician immediately. *Report onset of generalized, erythematous, maculopapular rash (ampicillin rash) to physician.

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Generic Name: procaterol hydrochloride Brand Name: MEPTIN Classification: bronchodilator Drawing:

Dosage: 5 mg

Time: TID for 6 days

Route: p.o

Relief of dyspnea and other symptoms caused by respiratory obstructive disturbance in the following diseases: bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, and pulmonary emphysema.

Procaterol hydrochloride is contraindicated to patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any ingredient of this drug.

>prompt onset and long duration of action, high selectivity for the 2 -adrenergic receptors of the bronchial smooth muscle, marked antiallergic action, insignificant hemodynamic effect

* Shock, anaphylactoid reaction: Shock or anaphylactoid reaction may occur. *. Significant decreases in serum potassium levels have been reported in patients receiving procaterol hydrochloride.

> take each dose with meals mixed in water or other suitable liquid. > take this medicine following the frequency and amount prescribed by the physician. This is especially important if the patient is also taking diuretics and/or digitalis preparations. > inform patients that this product contains as a dispersing agent the stool softener, docusate sodium, this may change stool consistency, or, rarely, produce diarrhea or cramps. > check with the physician at once if tarry stools or other evidence of gastrointestinal bleeding is noticed.

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Brand Name: Time: Classification:

corticosteroids

Route:

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Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders.

Contraindicated in patients who have had allergic reactions to corticosteroids, people who have just taken live vaccines, who have had prior corneal or widespread infections. It is also contraindicated in pregnant

weakness, weight loss, nausea, muscle pain, headache, tiredness, dizziness. Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, heartburn, trouble sleeping, increased sweating, or acne may occur.

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Generic Name: albuterol sulfate Brand Name: Ventolin Classification:

Bronchodil ator Antasthma tic

Dosage: 1 neb

Time: PRN

Route: nebulizer

Relief and prevention of bronchospas m in patients with reversible obstructive airway disease Inhalation: Treatment of acute attacks

Contraindicate d with hypersensitivit y to albuterol; tachyarrhythmi as, tachycardia caused by digitalis intoxication; general anesthesia with

In low doses, acts relatively selectively at beta2adrenergic receptors to cause Broncho dilation and vasodilation; at higher doses, beta2 selectivity is lost, and the

CNS: Restlessness, apprehension, anxiety, fear, CNS stimulation, hyperkinesia, insomnia, tremor, drowsiness, irritability, weakness,

Use minimal doses for minimal periods; drug tolerance can occur with prolonged use. Maintain a beta-adrenergic blocker (cardio selective betablocker, such as atenolol, should be used with respiratory distress) on standby in case cardiac arrhythmias occur. Prepare solution for inhalation by diluting 0.5 mL 0.5% solution

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of bronchospas m Prevention of exerciseinduced bronchospas m

halogenated hydrocarbons or cyclopropane (these sensitize the myocardium to catecholamines ); unstable vasomotor system disorders; hypertension; coronary insufficiency, CAD; history of CVA; COPD patients with degenerative heart disease.

drug acts at beta2 receptors to cause typical sympathomimet ic cardiac effects.

vertigo, headache CV: Cardiac arrhythmias, tachycardia, palpitations, PVCs (rare), anginal pain Dermatologic: Sweating, pallor, flushing GI: Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, unusual or bad taste in mouth GU: Increased incidence of leiomyomas of uterus when given in higher than human doses in preclinical studies Respiratory: Respiratory difficulties, pulmonary edema, coughing, bronchospasm, paradoxical

with 2.5 mL normal saline; deliver over 515 min by nebulization. Do not exceed recommended dosage; administer pressurized inhalation drug forms during second half of inspiration, because the airways are open wider and the aerosol distribution is more extensive. Do not exceed recommended dosage; adverse effects or loss of effectiveness may result. Read the instructions that come with respiratory inhalant. You may experience these side effects: Dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, headache (use caution if driving or performing tasks that require alertness); nausea, vomiting, change in taste (eat frequent small meals); rapid heart rate, anxiety, sweating, flushing, insomnia. Report chest pain, dizziness, insomnia, weakness, tremors or irregular heartbeat, difficulty breathing, productive cough, failure to respond to usual dosage.

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