Type of Medication (Purpose) Medication Name Antiemetic  metoclopramide (Reglan) Prevents or treats nausea/vomiting  ondansetron (Zofran)  prochlorperazine (Compazine)  promethazine (Phenergan) Possible Side Effects  scopolamine (Transderm) patch Headache, fatigue, diarrhea, dizziness Other______

Antihistamine  diphenhydramine (Benadryl) Reduce or prevent allergic reactions,  hydroxyzine (Atarax/Vistaril) symptoms of a common cold, and used as a sleep aid

Possible Side Effects Dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, difficulty concentrating, balance problems, unusual dreams, confusion, Other ______constipation, change in appetite Antihypertensive  amlodipine (Norvasc) Controls blood pressure/heart rate  carvedilol (Coreg) and improves heart function  diazepam (Valium)  labetalol (Normodyne)  lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) Possible Side Effects  metoprolol (Lopressor) Low blood pressure (lightheaded), Other ______fatigue, headache, slow or very fast heartbeat, dizziness, dry cough Antispasmodic/Muscle Relaxant  carisoprodol (Soma) Relaxes muscles  cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)  diazepam (Valium)  metaxalone (Skelaxin) Possible Side Effects  oxybutynin (Ditropan) Drowsiness, confusion, constipation, dry mouth Other ______Blood Sugar Control  insulin (Novolog, Novolin-N, Novolin- Prevents or treats high blood sugar R, Lantus)  glipizide (Glucotrol)  glyburide (Micronase, Diabeta) Possible side effects  metformin (Glucophage) Low blood sugar, reaction at injection site, allergic reaction Other ______

Type of Medication (Purpose) Medication Name Cholesterol Lowering*  atorvastatin (Lipitor) Reduces fatty substances in blood  rosuvastatin (Crestor)  simvastatin (Zocor) Possible Side Effects Gas, stomach upset, all-over Other______muscle soreness, lack of energy *avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice Corticosteroid  Prednisone Used as an anti-inflammatory or an immunosuppressant medication to treat allergic disorders, skin conditions, arthritis, or breathing disorders

Possible Side Effects Sleep problems, mood changes, increased appetite, dry skin, thinning skin, headache, dizziness, nausea, stomach pain, bloating, changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your arms, legs, face, neck, breasts and waist) Other ______

Diuretic  bumetanide (Bumex) Removes excess fluid or “water  furosemide (Lasix) pill”  Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)  spironolactone (Aldactone) Possible Side Effects Dizziness, dehydration, changes in Other ______body electrolytes, frequent urination Gastric Acid Reduction  famotide (Pepcid) Prevents or treats heartburn  metoclopramide (Reglan)  omeprazole (Prilosec) Possible Side Effects  pantoprazole (Protonix) Constipation, gas, nausea,  ranitidine (Zantac) vomiting, headache, diarrhea, stomach ache Other ______

Type of Medication (Purpose) Medication Name Laxative  bisacodyl (Dulcolax) Promotes bowel movements  docusate (Colace)  milk of magnesia (MOM)  polyethylene glycol electrolyte solution (Miralax) Possible Side Effects  senna (Senokot)

Gas, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, cramping, Other ______belching, skin irritation NSAID/Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory  celecoxib (Celebrex) Drug  ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) Decrease inflammation and mild-moderate pain  ketorolac (Toradol)  naproxen (Aleve) Possible Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, stomach irritation, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, change in appetite Other ______Pain Relievers  acetaminophen (Tylenol) Prevents or treats pain  acetaminophen/codeine phosphate (Tylenol with Codeine #3)  fentanyl (Abstral, Actiq, Fentora)  hydrocodone/acetaminophen (Norco)  hydromorphone (Dilaudid)  morphine  oxycodone/acetaminophen (Percocet) Possible Side Effects  tapentadol (Nucynta) Nausea, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating,  tramadol (Ultram) fatigue, weakness, constipation, dry mouth, itching, decreased appetite, difficulty breathing, dizziness, difficulty urinating Other ______Sedative/Anti-Anxiety  alprazolam (Xanax) Promotes relaxation and rest  trazodone (Desyrel)

Possible Side Effects Other ______Dizziness, lightheaded, drowsiness, blurred vision, low blood pressure Sleep Aid  eszopiclone (Lunesta) Promotes sleep  zolpidem (Ambien)  temazepam (Restoril) Possible Side Effects Dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, difficulty concentrating, balance problems, unusual Other: ______dreams, confusion, constipation, change in appetite Additional Type of Medication (Purpose)  ______ ______Possible Side Effects ______YOUR LOGO HERE NEW MEDICATION TEACHING GUIDE

This guide provides general information about types of new medications ordered for you, their purpose, and possible side effects. Let your healthcare provider know if you feel you are experiencing a possible side effect. If you would like more information about any of your medications, please let your healthcare provider know. Clinical Instruction: Circle or highlight the new medication, or write it in if not listed. Review purpose, medication name, and possible side effects with patient. Type of Medication (Purpose) Medication Name Anti-arrhythmics  amiodarone (Cordarone) Prevent or treat abnormal heart rhythms  digoxin (Lanoxin)  diltiazem (Cardizem, Tiazac) Possible Side Effects Headache, dizziness, lightheaded Other ______Antibiotic  amoxicillin/clavulanate (Augmentin) Prevent or treat infection  ciprofloxacin (Cipro)  clindamycin (Cleocin)  doxycycline (Vibramycin)  gentamicin (Garamycin)  levofloxacin (Levaquin)  metronidazole (Flagyl)  piperacillin/tazobactam (Zosyn) Possible Side Effects  trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) Diarrhea, stomach upset, itching, rash,  vancomycin (Vancocin) difficulty breathing, sudden swelling of skin, ringing in ears, dizziness Other ______Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet  apixaban (Eliquis) Slows blood clot formation  aspirin  clopidogrel (Plavix) Possible Side Effects  dabigatran (Pradaxa) Bruises, nosebleed, bleeding  enoxaparin (Lovenox)  fondaparinux (Arixtra)  Heparin  prasugrel (Effient)  rivaroxaban (Xarelto)  ticagrelor (Brilinta)  warfarin – see additional handout (Coumadin) Other ______Antidepressants  citalopram (Celexa) Treats depression, mood disorders, and  escitalopram (Lexapro) other conditions  fluoxetine (Prozac)  paroxetine (Paxil, Pexeva) Possible Side Effects  sertraline (Zoloft) Nausea, nervousness, agitation or restlessness, dizziness, drowsiness, Other ______insomnia, weight gain or loss, headache, dry mouth