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Metformin is a biguanide antidiabetic medication commonly prescribed as the first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes mellitus. It decreases glucose production in the liver and improves insulin sensitivity in body tissues. Generic names: Metformin hydrochloride Brand names: Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Fortamet, Glumetza, Riomet Pharmacologic class: Biguanide Therapeutic class: Antidiabetic, Oral hypoglycemic agent Mechanism of action: … Read more
Famotidine is a histamine-2 (H2) receptor antagonist, commonly known as Pepcid. It reduces stomach acid production and is used to treat various gastrointestinal conditions. This medication is available both as a prescription and over-the-counter drug. Generic names: Famotidine Brand names: Pepcid, Pepcid AC, Pepcid Complete, Fluxid, Heartburn Relief Pharmacologic class: Histamine-2 receptor antagonist Therapeutic class: … Read more
Dilaudid (hydromorphone) is a potent opioid analgesic used to manage moderate to severe pain. It is approximately 5-7 times more potent than morphine and requires careful nursing assessment and monitoring due to its strong effects and potential for adverse reactions. Generic name: Hydromorphone hydrochloride Brand names: Dilaudid, Dilaudid-HP, Exalgo, Hydromorph Contin (CAN), Palladone Pharmacologic class: … Read more
Furosemide, commonly known as Lasix, is a potent loop diuretic medication used to treat fluid overload and edema associated with various conditions. It works by preventing the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the kidneys, leading to increased urine output. Generic names: Furosemide Brand names: Lasix, Furocot, Frusix, Fusid Pharmacologic class: Loop diuretic Therapeutic class: … Read more
Metronidazole (Flagyl) is an antimicrobial medication used to treat various bacterial and parasitic infections. It is particularly effective against anaerobic bacteria and certain protozoal infections. Generic name: Metronidazole Brand names: Flagyl, Metro, Metrogel, Protostat, MetroCream Pharmacologic class: Nitroimidazole antimicrobial Therapeutic class: Antibiotic, antiprotozoal Mechanism of action: Metronidazole enters microorganisms and is reduced by bacterial enzymes … Read more