Medications

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Generic/Brand: Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril)

Class: ACE Inhibitor

System: ??

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Indication: Hypertension, heart failure

 

Side Effects: Dry cough, hypotension, hyperkalemia

 

PT Implications: Monitor BP; watch for dizziness/orthostatic hypotension

Front

Generic/Brand: Metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL)

 

Class: Beta‑Blocker

 

System/ Patient Population: ???

Back

Indication: Hypertension, angina, heart failure

 

Side Effects: Bradycardia, fatigue, exercise intolerance

 

PT Implications: Blunted HR response—use RPE; monitor for fatigue

Front

Generic/Brand: Furosemide (Lasix)

 

Class:  Loop Diuretic

 

System/ Patient Population: ???

Back

Indication: Edema, hypertension

 

Side Effects: Dehydration, hypokalemia, orthostatic hypotension

 

PT Implications: Fall risk with dizziness/cramps; monitor vitals and electrolytes

Front

Generic/Brand: Warfarin (Coumadin)

 

Class:  Anticoagulant

 

System/ Patient Population: ???

Back

Indication: Prevention of thromboembolic events (e.g., post-stroke, atrial fibrillation)

 

Side Effects: Bleeding, bruising, interaction with foods and other drugs

 

PT Implications: Monitor for signs of bleeding (e.g., bruising, joint swelling), avoid high-risk activities, coordinate with team regarding INR levels

Front

Generic/Brand: Alteplase (tPA) (Activase)

 

Class:  Thrombolytic (fibrinolytic agent)

 

System/ Patient Population: ???

Back

Indication: Acute ischemic stroke (within 3-4.5 hours of symptom onset); PE; STEMI (not as common now: cath lab preferred)

 

Side Effects: Severe bleeding (internal or external); hypotension; allergic reactions; intracranial hemorrhage

 

 PT Implications: No aggressive therapy within first 24–48 hours after administration; Monitor for signs of bleeding (e.g., bruising, hematuria); Use gentle mobility and bed-level activities until cleared by medical team

Front

Generic/Brand: Levodopa/Carbidopa (Sinemet)

Class:  Dopamine Precursor

 

System/ Patient Population: ???

 

Back

Indication: Parkinson’s disease motor symptoms

 

Side Effects: Dyskinesia, nausea, orthostatic hypotension

 

PT Implications: Schedule therapy 30‑60 min post‑dose; fall precautions

Front

Generic/Brand: Gabapentin (Neurontin)

 

Class: Anticonvulsant

 

System/ Patient Population: ???

Back

Indication: Neuropathic pain, seizures

 

Side Effects: Dizziness, ataxia, sedation

 

PT Implications: Monitor balance; fall risk precautions

Front

Generic/Brand: Baclofen (Lioresal)

 

Class:  Neuromuscular relaxant (antispastic agent)

 

System/ Patient Population: ???

Back

Indication: Spasticity due to CP, MS, SCI

 

Side Effects: Drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, hypotension

 

PT Implications: Monitor for sedation and balance; time therapy to avoid peak drowsiness, watch for signs of decreased muscle tone affecting mobility or transfers

Front

Generic/Brand: Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

 

Class:  Analgesic

 

System/ Patient Population: ???

Back

Indication: Mild‑moderate pain, fever

 

Side Effects: Hepatotoxicity (high dose)

 

PT Implications: Monitor total daily dose; assess pain relief efficacy

Front

Generic/Brand: Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)

 

Class:  NSAID

 

System/ Patient Population: ???

Back

Indication: Pain, inflammation, fever

 

Side Effects: GI bleeding, renal impairment

 

PT Implications: Caution with high‑intensity exercise; monitor for bruising