CCMA Medications Cheat Sheet
Memorize these common medication classes and generic names for the Clinical Patient Care domain. Pin this list to your study space for quick daily review.
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Analgesics & Anti-inflammatories
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) — Analgesic / Antipyretic / Relieves mild to moderate pain and reduces fever. Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) — NSAID / Reduces inflammation, pain, and fever / Watch for GI bleeding. Celecoxib (Celebrex) — COX-2 Inhibitor (NSAID) / Treats arthritis pain / Lower risk of stomach ulcers. Oxycodone (OxyContin) — Opioid analgesic / Treats severe pain / High risk of dependence and respiratory depression.
Cardiovascular Medications
Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) — ACE Inhibitor / Lowers blood pressure / Common side effect is a dry, persistent cough. Amlodipine (Norvasc) — Calcium Channel Blocker / Treats hypertension and angina / Relaxes blood vessels. Metoprolol (Lopressor) — Beta-blocker / Lowers heart rate and blood pressure / Check pulse before administering. Atorvastatin (Lipitor) — Statin (Antilipemic) / Lowers cholesterol / Monitor for muscle pain and liver function. Clopidogrel (Plavix) — Antiplatelet / Prevents blood clots / Increases bleeding risk.
Respiratory Medications
Albuterol (ProAir, Ventolin) — Bronchodilator (Short-acting) / Rescue inhaler for asthma / Can cause tachycardia and tremors. Fluticasone (Flovent, Flonase) — Corticosteroid / Reduces airway inflammation / Patients must rinse mouth after inhaled use to prevent thrush. Montelukast (Singulair) — Leukotriene modifier / Prevents asthma attacks / Taken daily for maintenance. Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) — Antihistamine / Treats allergic reactions / Causes drowsiness and dry mouth.
Gastrointestinal Medications
Omeprazole (Prilosec) — Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) / Reduces stomach acid / Treats GERD and ulcers. Ondansetron (Zofran) — Antiemetic / Prevents nausea and vomiting / Often used for chemotherapy patients. Loperamide (Imodium) — Antidiarrheal / Slows bowel motility / Can cause constipation. Docusate sodium (Colace) — Stool softener / Draws water into stool / Used to prevent straining.
Endocrine & Diabetes Medications
Metformin (Glucophage) — Biguanide (Oral hypoglycemic) / Lowers blood sugar in Type 2 diabetes / Must hold before contrast dye procedures. Insulin glargine (Lantus) — Long-acting insulin / Provides baseline glucose control / Never mix with other insulins in the same syringe. Levothyroxine (Synthroid) — Thyroid hormone replacement / Treats hypothyroidism / Take on an empty stomach in the morning.
Anti-infectives
Amoxicillin (Amoxil) — Penicillin antibiotic / Treats bacterial infections / Always check for penicillin allergies before administering. Azithromycin (Zithromax) — Macrolide antibiotic / Treats respiratory and skin infections / Often prescribed as a Z-Pak. Fluconazole (Diflucan) — Antifungal / Treats yeast infections / Monitor liver function with long-term use. Acyclovir (Zovirax) — Antiviral / Treats herpes and varicella / Does not cure the virus, only manages outbreaks.
Psychiatric & Neurological Medications
Sertraline (Zoloft) — SSRI Antidepressant / Treats depression and anxiety / Takes several weeks to reach full effect. Alprazolam (Xanax) — Benzodiazepine / Treats acute anxiety and panic / High risk for sedation and dependence. Gabapentin (Neurontin) — Anticonvulsant / Treats nerve pain and seizures / Can cause dizziness and fatigue. Zolpidem (Ambien) — Sedative-hypnotic / Treats insomnia / Administer right before bedtime.
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Clinical Patient Care — Largest exam domain, making up about 56% of scored questions. Passing score — 390 / 500 (scaled, roughly 78%). Time limit — 180 minutes to complete 150 scored questions. Practice volume — Test your knowledge with our 2300+ practice questions.
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