Knowledge:Pharmacology Basics
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Common Drug Categories
Analgesics (Pain Relief)
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol): For mild-moderate pain and fever. Max 4g/day for adults.
- Ibuprofen (Advil): NSAID for pain, inflammation, fever. Take with food.
- Aspirin: Pain, fever, anti-inflammatory. Not for children under 16 (Reye's syndrome risk).
Antihistamines
- Diphenhydramine (Benadryl): For allergic reactions. Causes drowsiness.
- Loratadine (Claritin): Non-drowsy antihistamine for allergies.
- Cetirizine (Zyrtec): For allergies, may cause mild drowsiness.
Important Safety Notes
- Always check for drug interactions before recommending combinations
- Recommend consulting a pharmacist for medication questions
- Never recommend prescription medications