Medication Contraindications

    Part I – This is divided into five areas which are to be titled in bold lettering as noted below. Give a brief and concise explanation in full sentences to describe each area. 1. Medication Generic and Trade Name: Include both and distinguish which name is the generic and which is the trade. 2. Medication Classification: What class of drugs does this medication belong to? In a few sentences describe the class. 3. Medication Action: What does the medication do? Explain in terms a patient can understand. 4. Medication Indication: Why has the health care professional prescribed this medication? 5. Dose/ Route: What is the most common adult dose and route? Is it by Kg? Part II- Discuss safety considerations specific to the medication chosen. 1. Medication Side Effects/ Adverse Effects: This includes common effects and those that requires medical attention. Give three of each. 2. Medication Contraindications: This includes other medications, foods, other medical conditions, activity, etc. 3. Drug Schedule and Pregnancy Category. State schedule and category and briefly define each Include a cover page Include a reference page with one or two sources used in APA style. Several drug guides can be used as a reference Format: One to two pages, typed, 1” margins, 12- point font, Times New Roman, double-spaced. Spelling and grammar are considered and counted toward your grade. The drugs to choose from are: - Levophed - Inderal - Albuterol - Heparin - Ephedrine - Pilocarpine