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Zolpidem - Action - CNS depression, neurotransmitter inhibition
Zolpidem - Classification - Non-Benzodiazapine
Zolpidem - Contraindication/Interaction -
Zolpidem - Side Effects - Drowsiness, lethargy, headache, hot flashes, hangover
Zolpidem - Adverse Reactions - Tolerance
Psychological or physical dependance
Withdrawal
Sleep-related behaviors
Zolpidem - Pre-Assessment - Baseline Vital signs
AST, ALT, Bilirubin Labs
Medication list
Assess severity of sleep disturbances.
Zolpidem - Interventions - Monitor Vital Signs
Monitor for Respiratory Depression
Fall Risk
Monitor for hangover, lightheadedness, dizziness or confusion
Zolpidem - Teaching - Teach non-pharmacologic ways to induce sleep
Avoid alcohol, antidepressants, antipsychotics, and narcotics.
Take before bed
Urinate before taking medication
Check with PCP prior to beginning OTC Sleeping aids
No Driving
, Zolpidem - Therapeutic Response - Sleep
Alprazolam - Takes effect in 15-30 min
Lidocaine Hydrochloride - Classification - Local and Spinal Anesthetic
Ibuprofen - Contraindications - Bleeding disorders
Ibuprofen - Interactions - Other drugs & herbs that cause bleeding Other protein binding
drugs
Ibuprofen - Adverse Reactions - Ulcer
Bleeding
Tinnitus
Nephrotoxicity
Ibuprofen - Side Effects - Dizziness
Headache
Gastric distress
Peripheral edema
Ibuprofen - Therapeutic Response - Decrease in pain
Ibuprofen - Classification - NSAID
Ibuprofen - Use/Action - Pain
Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis
Cox-1 - protects stomach lining and regulates blood platelets
Cox-2 - triggers inflammation and pain
NSAIDS - block cox 1 and cox 2
Asprin - Uses - Pain and arthritic inflammation•
Analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory•
Decreases platelet aggregation (anti-platelet)
Asprin - Action - Inhibits biosynthesis of prostaglandins•