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Lactulose (Generlac)
18/08/2023 | 3min
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Generic Name
lactulose
Trade Name
Kristalose
Indication
Constipation, portal-systemic encephalopathy
Action
draws water into the stool and softens stool, inhibits ammonia passing into the colon
Therapeutic Class
laxative
Pharmacologic Class
osmotic
Nursing Considerations
• use caution with DM
• may cause cramps, abdominal distention, hyperglycemia
• assess mental status, ammonia levels, abdominal distention
• patient should average 2-3 bowel movements per day
Ketorolac (Toradol)
16/08/2023 | 2min
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Generic Name
ketorolac
Trade Name
Toradol
Indication
pain
Action
pain relief due to prostaglandin inhibition by blocking of the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX)
Therapeutic Class
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, nonopioid analgesics
Pharmacologic Class
pyrroziline carboxylic acid
Nursing Considerations
• may cause GI bleeding, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, anaphylaxis, drowsiness
• should not exceed 5 days of therapy
• bleeding risk increased with garlic, ginger, and ginkgo
• may decrease effectiveness of hypertensive medications and diuretics
Isoniazid (Niazid)
14/08/2023 | 4min
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Generic Name
isoniazide
Trade Name
INH
Indication
tuberculosis
Action
Inhibits synthesis of mycobacterial cell wall
Therapeutic Class
Antitubercular
Pharmacologic Class
none
Nursing Considerations
• can cause jaundice
• may cause peripheral neuropathy, seizures, hepatitis
• patient should avoid high amounts of tyramine (pickled meats, aged/smoked meats, alcohol, exotic/aged cheese)
• monitor liver function tests
• complete full course of therapy (6-12 months)
• often used in combination with Rifampin
Iodine
11/08/2023 | 2min
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Generic Name
radioactive iodine
Trade Name
none
Indication
thyroidectomy pretreatment, thyrotoxic crisis, radiation exposure
Action
inhibits the release of thyroid hormones
Therapeutic Class
Antithyroid Agent, control of hyperthyroidism
Pharmacologic Class
none
Nursing Considerations
• may cause GI bleeding, diarrhea, hypothyroidism, goiter
• monitor for hypersensitivity
Insulin – Short Acting (Regular)
09/08/2023 | 4min
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Generic Name
Insulin Regular
Trade Name
Humulin R/Novolin R
Indication
hyperglycemia with diabetes type 1 and 2, diabetic ketoacidosis
Action
stimulates uptake of glucose into muscle and fat cells, inhibits production of glucose in the liver,
prevents breakdown of fat and protein
Route Onset Peak Duration Subcutaneous 30-45 min 1-5 4.5-6h
Therapeutic Class
antidiabetics, hormones
Pharmacologic Class
pancreatics
Nursing Considerations
• assess for symptoms of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia
• monitor body weight over time
• may cause decreased inorganic phosphates, potassium, and magnesium
• monitor blood sugars every 6 hours, monitor A1C every 3-6 months

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