The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, and pharmacokinetics of the drug Pantoprazole (Protonix). It also lists the mechanism of action, indications, nursing implications including contraindications and interactions, and assessments for the drug. The summary includes details on holding or administering the drug based on patient assessment and evaluating the effectiveness of treatment.
The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, and pharmacokinetics of the drug Pantoprazole (Protonix). It also lists the mechanism of action, indications, nursing implications including contraindications and interactions, and assessments for the drug. The summary includes details on holding or administering the drug based on patient assessment and evaluating the effectiveness of treatment.
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The document provides information on the generic and trade names, classification, dosing, administration, and pharmacokinetics of the drug Pantoprazole (Protonix). It also lists the mechanism of action, indications, nursing implications including contraindications and interactions, and assessments for the drug. The summary includes details on holding or administering the drug based on patient assessment and evaluating the effectiveness of treatment.
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March 4, 2008 NURS 2516 Clinical Medications Worksheets (You will need to make additional copies of these forms)
Generic Name Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency:
pantoprazole Protonix antiulcer agents, 40 mg PO Q 24hrs gastric acid Dose Range: Rate of Administration (IV): pump inhibitors N/A Peak Onset Duration For IV meds Unknown 2.5 hrs 1 week Compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions: N/A Mechanism of action and indications Nursing Implications (what to focus on) (Why med ordered) Contraindications/warnings/interactions Binds to an enzyme in the presence of acidic gastric pH, Hypersensitivity, do not break chew or crush tablets preventing the final transport of hydrogen ions into the gastric lumen Common side effects Diminished accumulation of acid in the gastric lumen, No common side effects with lessened acid reflux, Healing of duodenal ulcers and esophagitis, Decreased acid secretion in hypersecretory conditions. Heartburn Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or herbal Lab value alterations caused by medicine medicines (ask patient specifically) May cause abnormal liver function tests, including ↑ AST, None known ALT, alkaline phosphatase, and bilirubin Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication Instruct patient to take medication as directed for the full course of therapy, even if feeling better, take before mealsAdvise patient to avoid alcohol, products containing aspirin or NSAIDs, and foods that may cause an increase in GI irritation, Advise patient to report onset of black, tarry stools; diarrhea; or abdominal pain to health care professional promptly
Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation
(Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give Check after giving Assess patient routinely for epigastric or this med? Healing in patients with erosive abdominal pain and for frank or occult blood Hypersensitivity, signs of gastric esophagitis. Therapy is continued in stool, emesis, or gastric aspirate bleeding for up to 8 wk