Mr.Harvey

NAPROXEN

Mr. Harvey has been prescribed naproxen
to treat his chronic lower back pain.

This medication works as an analgesic,
anti-inflammatory as well as an antipyretic.
It blocks COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes which
decrease the release of prostaglandins.

Side Effects: stomach irritation + belching

FENTANYL

Mr. Harvey has been prescribed
fentanyl to treat his chronic lower back pain.

This medication produces strong analgesia
by activating opioid receptors. It then causes
GTP to become GDP, which then results in
hyper-polarization of the cell and inhibition of
the nerve activity.

Side Effects: constipation + nausea

SALBUTAMOL SULFATE

Mr Harvey has been prescribed salbutamol
sulfate to treat his COPD.

This medication is a beta-receptor agonist
that is used as a bronchodilator. Activation
of beta2-adrenergic receptors prompts AMP
which in result activates protein kinase A,
inhibiting myosin and brings down intracellular
ionic calcium levels, causing relaxation.

Side Effects: hypertension + headache

ADVAIR DISKUS

Mr. Harvey has been prescribed this medication
to treat his COPD.

This medication is a long acting beta2-adrenoceptor
agonist (LABA). Beta(2)-receptor stimulation within the
lungs results in the relaxation of the bronchial smooth
muscle, bronchodilation, and increased bronchial airflow.

Side Effects: upper respiratory tract
infections + headaches

METOPROLOL

Mr. Harvey has been prescribed metoprolol
to treat his CHF.

This medication produces a reduction on
cardiac output and heart rate. It is a beta-1-
adrenergic receptor inhibitor which decreases
the cardiac output by producing negative
chronotropic and inotropic effects.

Side Effects: tiredness + dizziness

AMITRIPTYLINE

Mr. Harvey has been prescribed
amitriptyline to treat his depression.

This medication is a tricyclic
antidepressant and analgesic with
anticholinergic and sedative attributes.
It inhibits the re-uptake of norepinephrine
and serotonin which increases their concentration
at the synaptic cleft.

Side Effects: tremors + constipation

WARFARIN SODIUM

Mr. Harvey has been prescribed
warfarin to treat his hypertension.

This medication is an anticoagulant which
reduces the frequency of clot formation. It
inhibits the formation of Vitamin K, which in
turn blocks the formation of any thrombus
within blood vessels.

Side Effects: bleeding + headaches