Other names you might hear it called: Tylenol
What it is used for*: To treat pain and fever, to treat patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in younger babies
Side effects that can occur: Nausea, upset stomach
Other names you might hear it called: Ventolin, ProAir, Proventil
What is it used for*: To open airway during an asthma attack or with other lung conditions, to lower potassium levels
Side effects that can occur: Increased heart rate, dry mouth, chest pain, feeling nervous or shaky
Special Considerations: Recommend use of a spacer to ensure proper inhalation with inhaler. This medication can also be provided as a nebulization through a nebulizer machine.
Other names you might hear it called: Norvasc
What is it used for*: To lower blood pressure by relaxing the smooth muscle of the heart and blood vessels
Side effects that can occur: Swelling, tiredness
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash
Other names you might hear it called: Zithromax, Z-Pak
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash, upset stomach
What is it used for*: To relax muscles, treat muscle spasms
Side effects that can occur: Dizziness, muscle weakness, confusion
Other names you might hear it called: Dulcolax
What is it used for*: To treat constipation, to clean out the colon before an exam by moving stool through gut
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, stomach cramps, lightheadedness
Other names you might hear it called: Pulmicort
What is it used for*: To treat swelling in the airway
Side effects that can occur: White patches inside the mouth, headache
Special Considerations: Rinse mouth and spit after use.
What is it used for*: To treat apnea of prematurity, an issue babies can have where their breathing stops for periods of time
Side effects that can occur: Increased heart rate, fussiness, trouble feeding
What is it used for*: Antacid which lowers acid levels in the stomach, to help with bone growth and health
Side effects that can occur: Constipation
Other names you might hear it called: Ancef
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash, upset stomach
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash, upset stomach
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash, upset stomach
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash, upset stomach
Other names you might hear it called: Rocephin
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash, upset stomach
Other names you might hear it called: Zyrtec
What is it used for*: To treat allergy symptoms, to treat hives
Side effects that can occur: Dry mouth, drowsiness
Other names you might hear it called: Diuril
What is it used for*: To decrease fluid swelling, to treat high blood pressure
Side effects that can occur: Increased blood sugar, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness
Other names you might hear it called: Vitamin D
What is it used for*: Vitamin to help with growth, especially with the bones
Side effects that can occur: Not common, can increase calcium levels
Other names you might hear it called: Cipro
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Skin rash, diarrhea, upset stomach
Other names you might hear it called: Cleocin
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash, upset stomach
What is it used for*: To treat increased blood pressure, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), to help with irritability or fussiness, can be used to help with medicine or drug withdrawal symptoms
Side effects that can occur: Sleepiness, irritability, decreased blood pressure
Other names you might hear it called: Periactin
What is it used for*: To increase hunger or desire to eat, to decrease nausea
Side effects that can occur: Drowsiness, stomach upset, headache
What is it used for*: To treat inflammation or swelling
Side effects that can occur: Increased blood pressure, stomach upset, increased heart rate, mood swings, swelling in hands and feet
Other names you might hear it called: Precedex
What is it used for*: To help with sedation while intubated, to help with agitation in select cases
Side effects that can occur: Decreased blood pressure, decreased heart rate
Other names you might hear it called: Valium
What is it used for*: To relax muscles, to treat anxiety, to treat seizures
Side effects that can occur: Sleepiness, decreased blood pressure, rash diarrhea, headache
Other names you might hear it called: Proglycem
What is it used for*: To increase blood sugar in those who make too much insulin
Side effects that can occur: Can cause fluid to stay in the body that shows as swelling, hair growth, nausea, vomiting
Other names you might hear it called: DHE
What is it used for*: To treat migraine headaches
Side effects that can occur: Increased or decreased blood pressure, vision problems, chest pain, lightheadedness, upset stomach, numbness in hands or feet
Special considerations: Given in small doses initially and then increased based on tolerance. Patient will require frequent vital signs and monitoring.
Other names you might hear it called: Benadryl
What is it used for*: To ease allergy symptoms, to decrease nausea, to treat sleep problems
Side effects that can occur: Dizziness, sleepiness, upset stomach, dry mouth
What is it used for*: To treat low blood pressure
Side effects that can occur: Increased blood pressure, increased heart rate
Other names you might hear it called: Colace
What is it used for*: Stool softener used to treat constipation
Side effects that can occur: Nausea, diarrhea
What is it used for*: To treat low blood pressure
Side effects that can occur: Increased blood pressure, increased heart rate
Other names you might hear it called: Lovenox
What is it used for*: To treat or prevent blood clots
Side effects that can occur: Bleeding, bruising, nausea, pain at the injection site
Special Considerations: Monitor for redness at the injection site. Rotate sites for injections.
Other names you might hear it called: Adrenaline
What is it used for*: To treat allergic reactions, to treat low blood pressure
Side effects that can occur: Restlessness or fussiness, nausea, vomiting, increased blood pressure, heart rate, or blood sugar levels, dizziness or shakiness
Other names you might hear it called: Adrenaline
What is it used for*: To treat allergic reactions, to treat low blood pressure
Side effects that can occur: Restlessness or fussiness, nausea, vomiting, increased blood pressure, heart rate, or blood sugar levels, dizziness or shakiness
Other names you might hear it called: Retacrit, Epogen, Procrit
What is it used for*: To treat anemia (low red blood cell count)
Side effects that can occur: Fever, injection site pain, itching, headache, high blood pressure, rash
What is it used for*: To treat or prevent eye infections
Side effects that can occur: Short term blurred vision or eye discomfort
Other names you might hear it called: Pepcid
What is it used for*: To treat or prevent stomach ulcers, heartburn, or sour stomach
Side effects that can occur: Dry mouth, confusion, headache
What is it used for*: Opioid used to treat moderate to severe pain; may be used for sedation purposes
Side effects that can occur: Constipation, decreased heart rate, dizziness, itching, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting
Other names you might hear it called: Iron
What is it used for*: Iron the body needs to make red blood cells which carry oxygen in the body
Side effects that can occur: Abdominal pain, constipation, nausea
Other names you might hear it called: Diflucan
What is it used for*: To prevent and treat fungal infections
Side effects that can occur: Sleepiness, skin rash, nausea, stomach pain
Other names you might hear it called: Flovent
What is it used for*: Everyday inhaler used to treat swelling in the airway
Side effects that can occur: White patches inside the mouth, headache
Special Considerations: Rinse mouth and spit after use. Recommend use of a spacer to ensure proper inhalation with inhaler if advised by health care provider.
Other names you might hear it called: Flonase
What is it used for*: Nasal spray used to treat stuffy nose
Side effects that can occur: Bleeding inside the nose, headache
Other names you might hear it called: Lasix
What is it used for*: To decrease fluid swelling, to treat high blood pressure
Side effects that can occur: Electrolyte imbalances, increased thirst, dizziness, increased urination
Other names you might hear it called: Neurontin
What is it used for*: To treat nerve pain, to help control certain types of seizures
Side effects that can occur: Dizziness, sleepiness
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Monitor for kidney function and hearing
What is it used for*: To treat constipation
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rectal irritation
Other names you might hear it called: Norco, Hycet
What is it used for*: Opioid used to treat moderate to severe pain
Side effects that can occur: Sleepiness, headache, dizziness, itching, upset stomach, constipation, vomiting
Special considerations: Do not take this medication with other acetaminophen (Tylenol) containing medications.
What is it used for*: To treat inflammation or swelling, to treat low blood pressure levels, can be used to increase blood sugar levels or to improve cortisol levels
Side effects that can occur: Increased blood pressure, stomach upset, increased heart rate, mood swings or fussiness, swelling in hands and feet
Other names you might hear it called: Levsin
What is it used for*: To treat diarrhea, to treat muscle spasms of the stomach or bladder
Side effects that can occur: Blurred vision, increased heart rate, confusion
Other names you might hear it called: Motrin, Advil
What is it used for*: To treat pain, swelling, and fever in children 6 months and older; to treat patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in younger babies
Side effects that can occur: Stomach upset or ulcers, bleeding
Special Considerations: Not recommended for treating pain in patients < 6 months of age.
What is it used for*: To treat increased blood sugar levels
Side effects that can occur: Decreased blood sugar levels, can lower potassium levels
Other names you might hear it called: lipids or fat
What is it used for*: Provides nutrition and calories through lipids or fats
Side effects that can occur: High blood sugar, high triglycerides and liver labs
Other names you might hear it called: Toradol
What is it used for*: To treat pain and swelling
Side effects that can occur: Stomach upset or ulcers, bleeding
Other names you might hear it called: Enulose
What is it used for*: To treat constipation
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting
Other names you might hear it called: Keppra
What is it used for*: To prevent or treat seizures
Side effects that can occur: Dizziness, increased sleepiness, changes in mood, decreased hunger
Other names you might hear it called: Synthroid, Tirosint
What is it used for*: To provide thyroid hormone replacement for hypothyroidism
Side effects that can occur: Upset stomach, increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, irritability or fussiness
What is it used for*: To numb an area to reduce pain
Side effects that can occur: Pain, bruising, or minor bleeding at injection site, or discomfort where applied
Other names you might hear it called: Ativan
What is it used for*: To treat anxiety, seizures, nausea; may be used for sedation purposes
Side effects that can occur: Blurred vision, dizziness, sleepiness, slower breathing
Other names you might hear it called: Milk of Magnesia
What is it used for*: To treat constipation, heartburn, upset stomach
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, stomach cramping
What is it used for*: To treat sleep problems
Side effects that can occur: Headache, sleepiness, vivid dreams
Other names you might hear it called: Solu-medrol, Medrol
What is it used for*: To treat inflammation or swelling
Side effects that can occur: Increased blood pressure, stomach upset, increased heart rate, mood swings, swelling in hands and feet
Other names you might hear it called: Flagyl
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash, upset stomach
Other names you might hear it called: Versed
What is it used for*: To treat anxiety, to treat seizures; may be used for sedation purposes
Side effects that can occur: Blurred vision, dizziness, sleepiness, slower breathing
What is it used for*: To help increase the strength of the heart and open or widen the blood vessels
Side effects that can occur: Blood pressure changes, heart rate and rhythm changes
Other names you might hear it called: Singulair
What is it used for*: To prevent allergy symptoms, to prevent asthma attacks, to prevent chest tightness due to exercise
Side effects that can occur: Fussiness, stomach pain, headache, dizziness
Other names you might hear it called: Duramorph
What is it used for*: Opioid used to treat moderate to severe pain; may be used for sedation purposes
Side effects that can occur: Constipation, decreased heart rate, dizziness, itching, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash
Other names you might hear it called: lipids or fat
What is it used for*: Provides nutrition and calories through lipids or fats
Side effects that can occur: High blood sugar, high triglycerides and liver labs
Other names you might hear it called: Zofran
What is it used for*: To treat or prevent nausea and vomiting
Side effects that can occur: Headache
Other names you might hear it called: Ditropan
What is it used for*: To prevent bladder irritation or spasm
Side effects that can occur: Constipation, nausea, dry mouth, dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea, upset stomach, headache, blurred vision
Other names you might hear it called: Roxicodone, Oxycontin
What is it used for*: Opioid used to treat moderate to severe pain
Side effects that can occur: Drowsiness, headache, dizziness, itching, upset stomach, constipation, vomiting
Special considerations: Recommend taking with food to decrease stomach upset
Other names you might hear it called: Protonix
What is it used for*: To treat reflux disease
Side effects that can occur: Headache, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting
Special Considerations: Take on an empty stomach.
Other names you might hear it called: Pyridium, Phenazo
What is it used for*: To ease pain from a bladder infection
Side effects that can occur: Headache, dizziness, stomach cramps
Special considerations: Will turn urine an orange/red color. Take with food to decrease nausea.
What is it used for*: To prevent or treat seizures
Side effects that can occur: Behavior changes, tiredness or fussiness, sleepiness
What is it used for*: To make the pupil larger for an exam or procedure
Side effects that can occur: Short term blurred vision, discomfort, or itching of the eye
Other names you might hear it called: Phosphorus supplement
What is it used for*: Source of phosphorus to help with growth and bone health
Side effects that can occur: Side effects are not common
Other names you might hear it called: Vitamin K
What is it used for*: To prevent bleeding of the newborn due to low vitamin K levels
Side effects that can occur: Pain at injection site
Other names you might hear it called: Zosyn
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, rash, upset stomach
Other names you might hear it called: Miralax, GoLytely
What is it used for*: Stool softener used to treat constipation, to clean out the colon before an exam
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, gas, nausea, abdominal pain, bloating
Other names you might hear it called: Multivitamin with iron
What is it used for*: Vitamins and iron needed for growth
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach
Other names you might hear it called: Curosurf
What is it used for*: To help the baby breathe easier during the first hours and days of life, helps with oxygen exchange in the lungs
Side effects that can occur: Low blood pressure, low heart rate
Other names you might hear it called: Orapred
What is it used for*: To treat inflammation or swelling
Side effects that can occur: Swelling of hands or feet, acne, skin rash, increased hunger, nausea, increased blood sugar, increased heart rate
Special Consideration: Recommend taking with food to decrease stomach upset
What is it used for*: To treat inflammation or swelling
Side effects that can occur: Swelling of hands and feet, acne, skin rash, increased hunger, nausea, increased blood glucose, increased heart rate
Special considerations: Recommend to take with food to decrease stomach upset
Other names you might hear it called: Inderal
What is it used for*: Lowers the heart rate or blood pressure; can help the heart pump with more strength
Side effects that can occur: Low blood pressure, low heart rate
Other names you might hear it called: Senokot
What is it used for*: To treat constipation
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, muscle aches, nausea
Other names you might hear it called: Mylicon
What is it used for*: To relieve gas and stomach discomfort
Side effects that can occur: Diarrhea, nausea
Other names you might hear it called: lipids or fat
What is it used for*: Provides nutrition and calories through lipids or fats
Side effects that can occur: High blood sugar, high triglycerides and liver labs
Other names you might hear it called: Carafate
What is it used for*: To treat ulcers by creating protective layer to the lining of the throat and stomach
Side effects that can occur: Constipation, dizziness, dry mouth, stomach upset
Special Considerations: Recommended to take on an empty stomach and not with other medications.
Other names you might hear it called: Tootsweet, Sweet-Ease, DandleLION
What is it used for*: To help lower pain with minor procedures and heel sticks
Side effects that can occur: Side effects are not common
What is it used for*: To numb the eye for an eye exam or procedure
Side effects that can occur: Short term discomfort or itching of the eye
Other names you might hear it called: Timoptic
What is it used for*: To treat eye conditions or hemangiomas (growth of blood vessels on the skin)
Side effects that can occur: Short term vision blurring if applied to the eye, discomfort or itching at the site it is applied to
Other names you might hear it called: TPN
What is it used for*: To give protein, carbohydrates, electrolytes, vitamins, minerals, and trace elements to children that are unable to get full nutrition by mouth
Side effects that can occur: Increased blood sugar, increased kidney lab levels
Other names you might hear it called: Mydriacyl
What is it used for*: To make the pupil larger for an exam or procedure
Side effects that can occur: Short term blurred vision, discomfort, or itching of the eye
Other names you might hear it called: Actigall
What is it used for*: Helps the liver to lower bile acid levels
Side effects that can occur: Constipation or diarrhea, stomach upset, dizziness
Other names you might hear it called: Vancocin
What is it used for*: Antibiotic used to treat or prevent bacterial infections
Side effects that can occur: Reddened skin, rash, itchiness, diarrhea, upset stomach, increased kidney lab levels
*Medicines can be used for many reasons. Ask your doctor or nurse if you have any questions about a medicine your child is receiving.
