The below medications are a few of the top offenders of this category. These medications warrant special awareness and consideration when administering the medication due to their potential for medication errors.
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Drug
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Typical Use
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Amiodarone
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antiarrhythmic
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Amantadine
|
Antiviral, Parkinson’s
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Buproprion
|
Antidepressant
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Buspirone
|
Anxiolytic
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Ceftin
|
Antibiotic
|
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Cefzil
|
Antibiotic
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Diabeta
|
Antidiabetic
|
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Zebeta
|
Antihypertensive
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Glipizide
|
Antidiabetic
|
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Glyburide
|
Antidiabetic
|
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Labetalol
|
Antihypertensive
|
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Lamotrigine
|
Seizures, Bipolar Disorder
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Lexapro
|
Antidepressant
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Lisinopril
|
Antihypertensive
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Methadone
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Pain, Analgesia, Detox
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Methylphenidate
|
CNS Stimulant
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Oxycontin
|
Pain- Extended Release
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Oxycodone
|
Pain- Immediate Release
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Proscar
|
BPH
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Prozac
|
Antidepressant
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Risperdal
|
Antipsychotic
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Requip
|
RLS/ Parkinson’s
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Tramadol
|
Pain
|
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Trazodone
|
Antidepressant
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