Pharmacy Technician*s Course. LaGuardia Community College
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Drug Classifications
Drugs are a diverse and fall into many categories
The most common categories of medications will be
covered here
There are others but in the interest of importance and
simplicity the following lecture should provide a
general starting point
Analgesics
Narcotics
MOA: bind to opiate receptors in brain and spinal cord
Indications: Analgesia
Main Side effects: N/V, constipation, physical and psychological
dependence. In overdose , respiratory depression.
See text for complete list.
Fentanyl is available as a IV injection, patches, oral lozenges but not
as a tablet
Oxycodone is not available as an injection only orally
High potency opiates include fentanyl, remifentanil and
hydromorphone (Dilaudid®) . High risk of overdose
Combination product: Tylenol with Codeine denoted as follows
Tylenol#2 as Codeine 15 mg/APAP 300 mg
Tylenol #3 as Codeine 30 mg/APAP 300 mg
Tylenol#4 as Codeine 60 mg/APAP 300 mg
Anti-Infectives
Indications: Agents that are used to treat microrganism infection
in the body
MOA: various (see next slide)
The class include:
Antibiotics : Penicillins and cephalosporins
Antivirals: Acyclovir, ganciclovir,
Antituberculosis-isoniazid, ethambutol, pyrazinamide
Antiretrovals: NRTI: Zidovudine, NNRTI-efavirenz, PI-ritonavir
Fluoroquinolones: ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin
Antimalarial: (treat miliaria): quinine sulfate
Antifungals: Fluconazole (Diflucan®), amphotericin (Amphocin®)
Please see table 20-2 in the textbook for a complete list
Antibiotic mechanism of action
Penicillin and Cephalosporins: drugs inhibit the formation
of the bacterial cell wall. Bacteria swell and die. Drugs are
bactericidal
Macrolides: inhibits bacterial ribosomes and protein
synthesis. Example includes erythromycin (E-Mycin®) and
azithromycin (Zithromax®). Bactericidal or Bacteriostatic.
Tetracyclines: Bacteriostatic by inhibiting protein
synthesis.
Fluroquinolones: Bactericidal. Binds to DNA gyrase
Aminoglycosides: (Gentamicin) Bactericidal by several
mechanisms
Penicillins and Cephalosporins are classified as Beta
Lactam antibiotics.
Very important antibiotics
Treats a wide variety of bacterial infections
Penicillins are several classes
Class
Example
Brand name
Natural Penicillin
Penicillin G
Pfizerpen (IV
form)
Aminopenicillin
Ampicillin
Omnipen
Ureidopenicillin
Piperacillin/Tazob Zosyn
actam
Penicillinase
resistance
penicillins
Nafcillin
Nafcil
Main Side Effects of penicllins/cephalosporins
Nausea/Vomiting
Diarrhea
Type I hypersensivity
Cephalosporins
Chemically similar to penicillins (Beta lactam)
Four generations
Excellent antibiotics
Similar side effects
Generation
Generic
Brand
First
Cephalexin
Keflex (oral only)
Cefazolin
Ancef (IV)
Cefaclor
Ceclor (oral only)
Cefuroxime
Ceftin (oral suspension)
Zinacef (IV)
Ceftriaxone
Rocephin (IV only)
Cefdinir
Omnicef (oral only)
Fourth
Cefipime
Maxipime
Carbapenems
Meropenem
Merrem
Second
Third
Third and fourth generations are used to treat meningitis and hospital
acquired infections and pneumonias
Fluoroquinolones
Must take oral forms of these drugs separate from
antacids (Maalox) by 1-2 hours
Many drug interactions
Advised to limit the consumption of caffeine while on
these drugs (ciprofloxacin more than others)
Generic
Brand
Ciprofloxacin
Cipro
Levofloxacin
Levaquin
Moxifloxacin
Avelox
Lomefloxacin
Maxaquin
Tetracyclines
Broad spectrum antibiotic class
Effective for use in certain infections
Clamydial infections: doxycycline
Lyme Disease: Doxycycline or Minocycline
Don’t use tetracycline in pregnant women
Avoid use in young children
CAUTION: never use expired tetracycline products.
Toxin produces serious kidney damage
CAUTION: advise patient to wear protective clothing.
Drugs are photosensitive chemicals
Non Steroidal Anti Inflammatory
Drugs
Called the NSAIDS
Excellent drugs for pain relief and reducing fever and inflammation
Developed as an alternative to corticosteroids
MOA: blocks the COX enzyme to block prostaglandin formation
Side effects are: severe GI bleeding (possible), GI upset and gastritis, kidney
insufficiency, edema and elevated blood pressure, hyperkalemia risk
Generic
Brand
Ibuprofen
Motrin, Advil
Naproxen
Naprosyn
Ketorolac
Toradol (IV available)
Diclofenac
Voltaren
Celecoxib
Celebrex (COX2 inhibitor)
Cardiovascular Drugs
Beta Blockers: drugs that block the beta receptors in the heart
which blocks attachment of norepinephrine and results in
bradycardia and reduced blood pressure. Examples are
propranolol(Inderal®), metoprolol (Toprol XL, lopressor ®),
atenolol (tenormin®) This is an important drug used in heart
failure patients, patient that have had an MI, and hypertensive
patients.
ACE inhibitors (angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor) blocks
the enzyme (ACE) responsible to converting angiotensin I to
angiotensin II (ATII). ATII is a potent vasoconstrictor in
humans. ATII is also important in kidney function. ATII also
increases aldosterone secretion. This drug is important in
hypertensive patients and patients with CHF and MI. ACEI are
also important in preservation of kidney function in diabetics.
Examples are enalapril( Vasotec®) and Ramipril (Altace®)
Antianginal agents: used to widen coronary arteries to
increase myocardial oxygen delivery and reduce chest pain.
Examples: nitroglycerin (NTG), and isosorbide (Imdur®,
Isordil®)
Calcium channel blockers: blocks the entry of calcium ions
in the heart muscle and in the muscle that control blood
vessel diameter. Reduced heart rate and reduces blood
pressure. Some are used to control a type of cardiac
arrhythmia called atrial fibrillation. Examples: Diltiazem
(Tiazac®, Cardizem®), amlodipine (Norvasc®)
Antiarrhythmial agents: block the entry of sodium into the
heart. The drugs in this class have several mechanisms of
action. Examples: Lidocaine, amiodarone (Cordarone®),
Procainamide (Procanbid®)
Angiotensin 2 Receptor blockers (ARB’s): similar to
ACEI except these drug works on a receptor for ATII.
Examples are Losartan (Cozaar®), valsartan (Diovan®)
Anticoagulation agents: drugs that block the
formation of blood clots. Different mechanisms of
action. Examples: warfarin (coumadin®), dibigatran
(Pradaxa®)
Antiplatelet agents: drugs that block the action of
platelets in the formation of a blood clot. Used in the
prevention of stroke or MI. Examples: Clopidegrel
(Plavix®) and Aspirin (Ecotrin®)
Antihyperlipidemics: drugs used to treat high blood
lipid levels (cholesterol, triglycerides) Examples are
the statin drugs, Niacin (Niaspan®), Omega 3 fatty acid
(Lovaza®)
Cardiac glycosides: drugs used to boost the strenght of
the heart’s contraction. Example: Digoxin (Lanoxin®)
Alpha Receptor blockers
MOA: blocks alpha receptors on smooth muscle in the arteries
Indication: blood pressure control
Side effects: edema, dizziness
Examples
Prazosin (Minipress)
Terazosin (Hytrin)
Doxazosin (Cardura)
The following alpha blockers are used for enlarged prostate symtom
relief
Tamsulosin (Flomax)
Alfuzoxin (Uroxatral)
The following drugs are both alpha and beta receptor blockers
Labetolol (Trandate)
Carvedilol (Coreg)
Oral Contraceptives
Drugs that contain high doses of estradiol and/or
progestins
MOA: high levels of hormones “tricks” the body to think its
pregnant and ovulation don’t occurs
Indication: Birth control, vaginal bleeding control,
endometriosis
Examples:
LoOvral
Loestrin
Yasmin
Ortho tri cyclen
Federal law mandates that the patient package insert be
dispensed with Rx to patient in retail
Diuretics
Drugs that work at the kidney to help remove sodium,
water, calcium, and potassium from the body. Each class of
diuretic is named for the most part according to its
mechanism of action or the site of action in the kidney.
Loop Diuretics work in a section of the kidney called the
loop of henle. This is where most of the water and sodium
and potassium is lost from the body. These drugs are used
to treat edema in CHF patients and other patient that hold
on the water.
Example(s): Furosemide (Lasix®), Torsemide (Demadex®)
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors act on the proximal
tubule of the kidney by blocking the enzyme, carbonic
anhydrase which cause sodium retention and acid loss.
Example: acetazolamide (Diamox®)
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor are pretty much weak
diuretics and can produce profound lose of potassium
Thiazide Diuretics
Thiazide diuretics act on the distal convoluted tubule
to block the NaCL cotransporter in the kidney.
Generally good diuretics
Produce a sodium rich urine
Example: Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDiuril®)
Potassium Sparing diuretics
Most of the above diuretics cause profound lose of
potassium. To circumvent this, these diuretic are
usually taken with potassium supplements.
A class of diuretic that “spares” potassium in the body
are know and are used for many indications
Examples are: spironolactone (aldactone®), Amiloride
(Midamor®), and the ACE inhibitors with ARB’s.
These diuretics unlike the ones mentioned before
should not be used with a potassium supplement.
Central Nervous System Drugs
Sedatives and Tranquiller: Drugs that cause depression of the
reticular activating system in the brain. Differences in
mechanisms of action.
Examples are
barbiturates: Phenobarbital (Luminal®)
Benziodiazepines: Chlordiazepoxide (Librium®), Diazepam
(Valium®), Lorazepam (Ativan®), Alprazolam (Xanax®)
BDZ were developed in the 1960’s with the advent of librium®. BDZ
are safer than barbiturates. Both dangerous with alcohol
consumption.
Used in anxiety disorder, panic disorder, GAD, sleep disorders
Control Substance: CIV
Miscellanous agents in the class are zolpidem (Ambien®), zaleplon
(Sonata®)
Neuroleptic agents: drug used in the treatment of
schizophrenia and other personality disorders.
Examples include:
Dopamine block agents: Haloperidol (Haldol®),
Chlorpromazine (Thorazine®), Fluphenazine (Prolixin®)
Dopamine and serotonin blocking agents: Olanzapine
(Zyprexa®) and Quetiapine (Seroquel®)
Drugs used to treat ADHD in children and adults
Mixed amphetamine salts: Adderall® XR
Other agents: Methylphenidate (Ritalin® Concerta ®,
Focalin ®)
Antiepileptics
Indications: Drugs used to treat seizures. Off label
use: Neuropathic pain
MOA: Many of the drugs block the sodium ion
channel in nerves.
Main Side effects: Drugs in this group are known
to cause birth defects
Levetiracetam is a known cause of SJS
Topiramate can cause kidney stones
For emergency tx: use diazepam or phenytoin IV
Generic
Brand
Phenytoin
Dilantin
Valproic Acid
Divalproex Sodium
Depakene
Depakote
Carbamazepine
Tegretol
Gabapentin
Neurotin
Oxcarbazepine
Trileptal
Levetiracetam
Keppra
Topiramate
Topamax
Phenytoin, Valproic acid, Levetiracetam and Diazepam are available as IV
injections
Drugs used to treat depression
Drugs that block the reuptake of dopamine, serotonin
and norepinephrine in the brain are called Tricyclic
antidepressants. Drugs in this class include :
amitriptyline, nortriptyline. These drugs have fallen
into disuse over the decades due to their toxicity in
overdose. As little as 1,000 mg of nortriptyline has
resulted in fatal overdoses
SSRI or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors are now
most commonly used. Examples include: Fluoxetine
(Prozac®), Paroxetine (Paxil®)
SSRIs have been used for other indications
Drugs used to treat Diabetes
Insulin: the nature human hormone needed to clear blood
glucose. Examples: Ultrafast: Novolog®, Humalog®,
Regular insulin (Humulin®), Basal insulin: Lantus®
Sulfonylureas: drugs that increase the release of insulin in
the body. Examples include: Glipizide (Glucotrol®),
Glyburide. Sulfonylurea should be taken with food
Meglitinides: drugs similar to sulfonylurea by faster acting.
Examples: Repaglinide (Prandin®, Nateglinide (Starlix®)
Thiazolidinediones: drugs that increase the body
sensitivity to insulin. Example includes: pioglitazone
(actos®)
Other agents include: exenatide (Byetta®), sitagliptin
(Januvia®) and metformin (Glucophage®)
CNS Depressants
Benzodiazepines and Barbiturates
MOA: binds to GABA receptors in brain
Indications: sedation for anxiety and pre op use
Main Side Effect: drowiness, Dependence (CIV)
Generic
Brand
Lorazepam
Ativan
Clonazepam
Klonopin
Alprazolam
Xanax
Midazolam
Versed
Zolpidem (not a BDZ)
Ambien
Primidone
Mysoline
Skeletal Muscle Relaxants
MOA: may block action of calcium in muscles
Indications: painful muscle spasms, neurological
spinal cord injury
Main Side Effects: Drowsiness, weakness
Generic
Brand
Cyclobenzaprine
Flexeril
Methocarbamol
Robaxin
Baclofen
Lioresal