Anti-Retrovirals Anti-Retrovirals work by terminating viral replication, blocking DNA activity and preventing the maturation of the retrovirus. These drugs also search for viruses and retroviruses that take different forms to escape the efficacy of standard anti-viral agents. Side-effects of using anti-retrovirals include rashes, headache and GI upset. … [Read more...] about Pharmacology MNEMONICS (Anti-Retrovirals)
Pharmacology MNEMONICS (Nitroglycerin)
Nitroglycerin Nitroglycerin primarily relaxes the vascular smooth muscle to decrease blood pressure and maintain an effective coronary perfusion pressure. It provides symptomatic relief for angina. … [Read more...] about Pharmacology MNEMONICS (Nitroglycerin)
Pharmacology MNEMONICS (Aldactone)
Aldactone Spironolactone or aldactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic that gets rid of sodium and water in the circulatory system while saving potassium in the blood. It blocks aldosterone in the kidney which is responsible in regulating the salt and water balance in the body. In using spironolactone, you should watch out for headache, diarrhea, hyperkalemia, … [Read more...] about Pharmacology MNEMONICS (Aldactone)
NURSING MNEMONICS (Anti-Hypertensive Drugs)
Anti-Hypertensive Drugs The top three most commonly prescribed anti-hypertensive drugs can be easily remembered through the mnemonic ABC – ACE inhibitors, Beta blockers and Calcium Antagonists. … [Read more...] about NURSING MNEMONICS (Anti-Hypertensive Drugs)
Pharmacology MNEMONICS (Antitussives, Expectorants and Mucolytics)
Antitussives, Expectorants and Mucolytics There are three medications commonly prescribed to treat cough – antitussives, expectorants and mucolytics. … [Read more...] about Pharmacology MNEMONICS (Antitussives, Expectorants and Mucolytics)