from reportlab.lib.pagesizes import A4 from reportlab.lib.styles import getSampleStyleSheet, ParagraphStyle from reportlab.lib.units import mm from reportlab.lib import colors from reportlab.platypus import ( SimpleDocTemplate, Paragraph, Spacer, HRFlowable, PageBreak, Table, TableStyle ) from reportlab.lib.enums import TA_LEFT, TA_CENTER # ── 50 drugs ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── drugs = [ { "name": "Metformin", "class": "Biguanide", "moa": "↓ hepatic gluconeogenesis + ↑ insulin sensitivity", "indication": "Type 2 diabetes", "why_this": "First-line; weight neutral; CV safe (UKPDS)", "why_not": "Sulfonylureas → hypoglycemia; Insulin → not needed in mild cases", "adr_common": "GI upset (nausea, diarrhea)", "adr_serious": "Lactic acidosis (rare)", "contraindication": "eGFR < 30, severe hepatic failure, IV contrast (hold 48 h)", "monitoring": "HbA1c, creatinine/eGFR, B12 levels", }, { "name": "Lisinopril", "class": "ACE Inhibitor", "moa": "Blocks conversion of angiotensin I → II → ↓ aldosterone → vasodilation", "indication": "Hypertension, heart failure (HFrEF), diabetic nephropathy", "why_this": "Renoprotective; reduces proteinuria; mortality benefit in HF", "why_not": "ARBs used if ACEi cough intolerable; CCBs if no HF/CKD", "adr_common": "Dry cough", "adr_serious": "Angioedema, hyperkalemia, acute kidney injury", "contraindication": "Pregnancy, bilateral renal artery stenosis, prior angioedema", "monitoring": "BP, K⁺, creatinine (baseline + 1–2 wks after initiation)", }, { "name": "Atorvastatin", "class": "HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (Statin)", "moa": "Inhibits HMG-CoA reductase → ↓ cholesterol synthesis → ↑ LDL receptors", "indication": "Hyperlipidemia, CV risk reduction (primary & secondary)", "why_this": "High-intensity statin; proven mortality reduction post-MI", "why_not": "Fibrates preferred for hypertriglyceridemia; bile acid sequestrants less potent", "adr_common": "Myalgia, GI upset", "adr_serious": "Rhabdomyolysis, hepatotoxicity (rare)", "contraindication": "Active liver disease, pregnancy", "monitoring": "CK (if myalgia), LFTs, fasting lipid panel", }, { "name": "Amlodipine", "class": "Dihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blocker (CCB)", "moa": "Blocks L-type Ca²⁺ channels in vascular smooth muscle → vasodilation", "indication": "Hypertension, stable angina", "why_this": "Long-acting; no reflex tachycardia issues; safe in CKD", "why_not": "Non-DHP CCBs (verapamil/diltiazem) for rate control, not in HFrEF", "adr_common": "Peripheral edema, flushing, headache", "adr_serious": "Gingival hyperplasia (rare)", "contraindication": "Severe aortic stenosis, cardiogenic shock", "monitoring": "BP, HR, edema", }, { "name": "Metoprolol", "class": "Cardioselective β1-blocker", "moa": "Blocks β1 adrenergic receptors → ↓ HR, ↓ contractility, ↓ BP", "indication": "Hypertension, angina, HFrEF, post-MI, AF rate control", "why_this": "Cardioselective; mortality benefit in HF (MERIT-HF)", "why_not": "Non-selective β-blockers avoided in asthma; CCBs if bronchospasm", "adr_common": "Fatigue, bradycardia, cold extremities", "adr_serious": "Bronchospasm (high doses), heart block", "contraindication": "Severe bradycardia, 2°/3° AV block, cardiogenic shock, decompensated HF", "monitoring": "HR, BP, ECG (PR interval)", }, { "name": "Furosemide", "class": "Loop Diuretic", "moa": "Inhibits Na⁺/K⁺/2Cl⁻ cotransporter in thick ascending loop of Henle", "indication": "Acute pulmonary edema, CHF, cirrhosis with ascites, hypertension", "why_this": "Most potent diuretic; rapid onset (IV 5 min); works in low GFR", "why_not": "Thiazides preferred in uncomplicated HTN; aldosterone antagonists for cirrhosis", "adr_common": "Hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, dehydration", "adr_serious": "Ototoxicity (high dose IV), gout flare", "contraindication": "Anuria, sulfa allergy (relative)", "monitoring": "Electrolytes (K⁺, Mg²⁺), renal function, urine output", }, { "name": "Warfarin", "class": "Vitamin K Antagonist (anticoagulant)", "moa": "Inhibits vitamin K epoxide reductase → ↓ factors II, VII, IX, X, Protein C/S", "indication": "AF, DVT/PE, mechanical heart valves", "why_this": "Only anticoagulant for mechanical valves; reversible with vitamin K", "why_not": "DOACs preferred for non-valvular AF (easier dosing, no monitoring)", "adr_common": "Bleeding (minor: bruising, nosebleed)", "adr_serious": "Major hemorrhage, skin necrosis (early), teratogen", "contraindication": "Pregnancy, active major bleeding, recent CNS surgery", "monitoring": "INR (target 2–3 for most; 2.5–3.5 for mechanical valves)", }, { "name": "Aspirin", "class": "Antiplatelet / NSAID", "moa": "Irreversibly inhibits COX-1/COX-2 → ↓ TXA2 → ↓ platelet aggregation", "indication": "ACS, MI prevention (secondary), ischemic stroke, Kawasaki disease", "why_this": "Irreversible platelet inhibition; cheap; proven in ACS", "why_not": "Clopidogrel if aspirin intolerant; DOACs for AF (not aspirin alone)", "adr_common": "GI upset, dyspepsia", "adr_serious": "GI bleeding, Reye syndrome (children + viral illness), tinnitus (overdose)", "contraindication": "Active peptic ulcer, children with viral illness, severe hepatic failure", "monitoring": "Signs of bleeding, renal function with chronic use", }, { "name": "Clopidogrel", "class": "P2Y12 ADP Receptor Antagonist (antiplatelet)", "moa": "Irreversibly blocks ADP P2Y12 receptor → ↓ platelet aggregation", "indication": "ACS (with aspirin – DAPT), PCI post-stenting, ischemic stroke/TIA", "why_this": "Effective in high-risk vascular events; used when aspirin intolerant", "why_not": "Ticagrelor/prasugrel more potent in ACS (faster onset); more costly", "adr_common": "Bleeding, bruising", "adr_serious": "TTP (rare), major bleeding", "contraindication": "Active bleeding, CYP2C19 poor metabolizers (reduced efficacy)", "monitoring": "CBC, signs of bleeding; hold 5–7 days pre-surgery", }, { "name": "Amoxicillin", "class": "Aminopenicillin (β-lactam antibiotic)", "moa": "Binds PBPs → inhibits cell wall (peptidoglycan) synthesis → bactericidal", "indication": "Strep pharyngitis, otitis media, H. pylori (triple therapy), Lyme disease", "why_this": "Broad spectrum vs. gram-positives; oral; cheap", "why_not": "Azithromycin for atypicals; clindamycin if penicillin allergy", "adr_common": "Diarrhea, rash (esp. in EBV!), GI upset", "adr_serious": "Anaphylaxis, C. diff", "contraindication": "Penicillin allergy", "monitoring": "Renal function in prolonged use; rash", }, { "name": "Azithromycin", "class": "Macrolide Antibiotic", "moa": "Binds 50S ribosomal subunit → inhibits translocation → bacteriostatic", "indication": "CAP (atypical), STI (chlamydia), MAC prophylaxis in HIV", "why_this": "Covers atypicals (Mycoplasma, Legionella, Chlamydia); convenient 5-day course", "why_not": "Fluoroquinolones (levofloxacin) for severe CAP; doxycycline for similar spectrum", "adr_common": "GI upset, nausea", "adr_serious": "QT prolongation, hepatotoxicity, CDAD", "contraindication": "QT-prolonging drug combination, hepatic failure", "monitoring": "ECG (QTc) if cardiac risk; LFTs", }, { "name": "Ciprofloxacin", "class": "Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic", "moa": "Inhibits DNA gyrase (topoisomerase II/IV) → blocks DNA replication", "indication": "UTI, traveler's diarrhea, gram-negative infections, anthrax prophylaxis", "why_this": "Excellent gram-negative coverage; oral bioavailability ~70%", "why_not": "Resistance increasing; avoid in pregnancy/children; tendon risk", "adr_common": "Nausea, diarrhea", "adr_serious": "Tendon rupture (Achilles), QT prolongation, C. diff, CNS effects", "contraindication": "Pregnancy, children (growing cartilage), myasthenia gravis", "monitoring": "Tendon pain, renal function, QTc", }, { "name": "Vancomycin", "class": "Glycopeptide Antibiotic", "moa": "Binds D-Ala-D-Ala terminus of peptidoglycan → inhibits cell wall synthesis", "indication": "MRSA infections, C. diff (oral), severe gram-positive infections", "why_this": "Drug of choice for MRSA; not absorbed orally (ideal for C. diff colitis)", "why_not": "Linezolid/daptomycin for VRE; β-lactams preferred for MSSA", "adr_common": "Nephrotoxicity, ototoxicity", "adr_serious": "Red man syndrome (infusion rate), nephrotoxicity", "contraindication": "Allergy to vancomycin", "monitoring": "AUC/MIC-guided dosing, renal function, trough levels", }, { "name": "Omeprazole", "class": "Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI)", "moa": "Irreversibly inhibits H⁺/K⁺-ATPase on parietal cells → ↓ gastric acid", "indication": "GERD, peptic ulcer, H. pylori (combination), Zollinger-Ellison", "why_this": "Most effective acid suppression; heals erosive esophagitis faster than H2 blockers", "why_not": "H2 blockers (ranitidine) for milder symptoms; antacids for immediate relief", "adr_common": "Headache, diarrhea, nausea", "adr_serious": "Hypomagnesemia (chronic use), C. diff, fractures, B12 deficiency", "contraindication": "Concurrent atazanavir use", "monitoring": "Mg²⁺ (long-term), B12, renal function", }, { "name": "Levothyroxine", "class": "Thyroid Hormone Replacement", "moa": "Synthetic T4 → converted to active T3 → acts on nuclear receptors", "indication": "Hypothyroidism, myxedema coma, thyroid cancer suppression", "why_this": "T4 has stable half-life (7 days); once-daily dosing; consistent levels", "why_not": "Desiccated thyroid (both T3+T4) used in some refractory cases", "adr_common": "Palpitations, tremor, insomnia if over-replaced", "adr_serious": "AF, osteoporosis, angina (if over-replaced)", "contraindication": "Untreated adrenal insufficiency (must give steroids first)", "monitoring": "TSH every 6–8 wks (adjust), then annually once stable", }, { "name": "Prednisone", "class": "Systemic Corticosteroid (glucocorticoid)", "moa": "Binds glucocorticoid receptors → ↓ NF-κB → ↓ cytokine production → anti-inflammatory", "indication": "Asthma exacerbation, COPD flare, autoimmune diseases, adrenal insufficiency", "why_this": "Potent, fast anti-inflammatory; cheap; oral", "why_not": "Inhaled steroids preferred for chronic asthma; DMARDs for RA (long-term)", "adr_common": "Weight gain, hyperglycemia, mood changes, insomnia", "adr_serious": "Adrenal suppression, osteoporosis, immunosuppression, Cushing syndrome", "contraindication": "Systemic fungal infection (without antifungal cover), live vaccines", "monitoring": "Blood glucose, BP, bone density (DEXA), electrolytes, eye exam", }, { "name": "Albuterol", "class": "Short-Acting β2 Agonist (SABA)", "moa": "Stimulates β2 receptors in bronchial smooth muscle → bronchodilation", "indication": "Acute asthma/COPD exacerbation, exercise-induced bronchospasm", "why_this": "Fastest bronchodilation; rescue inhaler of choice", "why_not": "LABAs (salmeterol) for maintenance; ICS for chronic inflammation", "adr_common": "Tremor, tachycardia, palpitations", "adr_serious": "Hypokalemia (high doses), paradoxical bronchospasm", "contraindication": "Hypersensitivity", "monitoring": "HR, K⁺ in high-dose IV nebulization, O2 saturation", }, { "name": "Fluticasone", "class": "Inhaled Corticosteroid (ICS)", "moa": "Topical glucocorticoid → ↓ airway inflammation, ↓ mucosal edema", "indication": "Persistent asthma (maintenance), allergic rhinitis", "why_this": "Reduces exacerbation frequency and oral steroid need; minimal systemic absorption", "why_not": "SABAs for acute attack; LABAs added if ICS alone insufficient", "adr_common": "Oral candidiasis, hoarseness", "adr_serious": "Adrenal suppression (high doses), growth suppression in children", "contraindication": "Acute bronchospasm (not for rescue)", "monitoring": "Height in children, HPA axis if high dose long-term", }, { "name": "Montelukast", "class": "Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist (LTRA)", "moa": "Blocks CysLT1 receptor → ↓ bronchoconstriction and mucus secretion", "indication": "Mild persistent asthma, allergic rhinitis, aspirin-exacerbated asthma", "why_this": "Oral; useful in exercise-induced and aspirin-sensitive asthma", "why_not": "ICS superior for asthma control; antihistamines preferred for pure rhinitis", "adr_common": "Headache, GI upset", "adr_serious": "Neuropsychiatric effects (nightmares, depression, suicidal ideation – Black Box)", "contraindication": "Hypersensitivity", "monitoring": "Mood/behavioral changes (esp. in children)", }, { "name": "Sertraline", "class": "SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor)", "moa": "Blocks SERT → ↑ synaptic serotonin", "indication": "MDD, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, social anxiety, PMDD", "why_this": "Favorable side-effect profile; safe in pregnancy (2nd choice); widest licensed indications", "why_not": "SNRIs if neuropathic pain coexists; bupropion if sexual SE problematic", "adr_common": "Nausea, sexual dysfunction, insomnia/somnolence", "adr_serious": "Serotonin syndrome (+ MAOIs), suicidality (young adults – Black Box), SIADH", "contraindication": "MAOI within 14 days, pimozide, linezolid", "monitoring": "Mood, suicidal ideation (weeks 1–4), Na⁺ (elderly), weight", }, { "name": "Fluoxetine", "class": "SSRI", "moa": "Blocks SERT → ↑ synaptic serotonin; longest half-life of all SSRIs (~6 days)", "indication": "MDD, bulimia nervosa, OCD, panic disorder, PMDD", "why_this": "Long half-life → forgiving with missed doses; least discontinuation syndrome", "why_not": "Avoid in elderly (activating); strong CYP2D6 inhibitor = drug interactions", "adr_common": "Insomnia, agitation, nausea, weight loss initially", "adr_serious": "Serotonin syndrome, QT prolongation (high dose), hyponatremia", "contraindication": "MAOIs (14-day washout), thioridazine", "monitoring": "Mood, suicidality (young adults), weight, Na⁺", }, { "name": "Quetiapine", "class": "Atypical Antipsychotic (2nd generation)", "moa": "D2, 5-HT2A antagonism (also H1, α1 blockade)", "indication": "Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder (manic + depressive), augmentation in MDD", "why_this": "Low EPS risk; effective for bipolar depression; sedating (useful for insomnia)", "why_not": "Risperidone/haloperidol if cost is concern; olanzapine if higher potency needed", "adr_common": "Sedation, weight gain, orthostatic hypotension, dry mouth", "adr_serious": "Metabolic syndrome, QT prolongation, tardive dyskinesia, NMS", "contraindication": "Dementia-related psychosis (Black Box – ↑ mortality)", "monitoring": "Weight, fasting glucose/lipids, QTc, EPS, BP", }, { "name": "Lithium", "class": "Mood Stabilizer", "moa": "Inhibits inositol monophosphatase → ↓ IP3 signaling; modulates GSK-3β", "indication": "Bipolar disorder (gold standard for mania prevention), augmentation in MDD", "why_this": "Only drug proven to reduce suicide risk in bipolar disorder", "why_not": "Valproate preferred in rapid cycling/mixed states; carbamazepine alternative", "adr_common": "Fine tremor, polyuria/polydipsia, hypothyroidism, weight gain", "adr_serious": "Lithium toxicity (coarse tremor, confusion, seizure, arrhythmia)", "contraindication": "Pregnancy (Ebstein's anomaly risk), severe renal failure", "monitoring": "Lithium level (target 0.6–1.2 mEq/L), TFTs, renal function, ECG", }, { "name": "Valproate", "class": "Anticonvulsant / Mood Stabilizer", "moa": "↑ GABA (inhibits GABA transaminase); blocks Na⁺ and Ca²⁺ channels", "indication": "Epilepsy (absence, generalized), bipolar mania, migraine prophylaxis", "why_this": "Broad-spectrum anticonvulsant; effective in rapid cycling bipolar", "why_not": "Avoid in women of childbearing age (teratogen); lithium for long-term bipolar", "adr_common": "Weight gain, hair loss, tremor, sedation, GI upset", "adr_serious": "Hepatotoxicity, pancreatitis, teratogen (NTDs), thrombocytopenia", "contraindication": "Pregnancy (spina bifida/NTDs), hepatic disease, urea cycle disorders", "monitoring": "Valproate level, LFTs, CBC, ammonia", }, { "name": "Phenytoin", "class": "Hydantoin Anticonvulsant", "moa": "Blocks voltage-gated Na⁺ channels → stabilizes neuronal membranes", "indication": "Generalized tonic-clonic seizures, focal seizures, status epilepticus (IV)", "why_this": "IV form for status epilepticus; older drug with well-understood pharmacology", "why_not": "Levetiracetam preferred (fewer interactions); valproate for absence", "adr_common": "Gingival hyperplasia, hirsutism, acne, coarsening of features", "adr_serious": "Stevens-Johnson syndrome, fetal hydantoin syndrome, cardiac arrhythmia (IV)", "contraindication": "Pregnancy, sinus bradycardia, Adams-Stokes syndrome", "monitoring": "Phenytoin level (target 10–20 μg/mL), ECG during IV infusion, LFTs", }, { "name": "Levetiracetam", "class": "Anticonvulsant (SV2A modulator)", "moa": "Binds synaptic vesicle protein SV2A → modulates neurotransmitter release", "indication": "Focal seizures, generalized seizures, myoclonic epilepsy, status epilepticus", "why_this": "Few drug interactions; no hepatic induction; no monitoring required", "why_not": "Phenytoin/valproate if cost concern; carbamazepine for focal seizures", "adr_common": "Somnolence, irritability, behavioral changes", "adr_serious": "Psychiatric disturbances (aggression, psychosis)", "contraindication": "Hypersensitivity", "monitoring": "Renal function (dose adjust in CKD), mood/behavior", }, { "name": "Morphine", "class": "Opioid Analgesic (full μ-agonist)", "moa": "Activates μ-opioid receptors → ↓ pain transmission + ↑ pain threshold", "indication": "Severe acute pain, cancer pain, acute pulmonary edema, MI pain", "why_this": "Gold standard for severe pain; widely available; IV/oral routes", "why_not": "Fentanyl for procedural pain; hydromorphone if morphine SE intolerable", "adr_common": "Nausea, constipation, sedation, pruritis", "adr_serious": "Respiratory depression, dependence, histamine release (hypotension)", "contraindication": "Severe respiratory depression, acute abdomen (relative), MAOI use", "monitoring": "RR, O2 sat, pain scores, constipation prophylaxis (stool softener)", }, { "name": "Naloxone", "class": "Opioid Antagonist", "moa": "Competitive μ-opioid receptor antagonist → rapidly reverses opioid effects", "indication": "Opioid overdose reversal, postoperative opioid depression", "why_this": "Rapid onset (1–2 min IV); can be given IM/IN; life-saving in overdose", "why_not": "No alternatives for acute reversal; nalmefene longer-acting but less used", "adr_common": "Withdrawal symptoms in dependent patients, agitation", "adr_serious": "Pulmonary edema (rare), re-narcotization (short half-life vs. long opioids)", "contraindication": "Hypersensitivity", "monitoring": "RR, sedation, O2 sat (repeat dosing may be needed for long-acting opioids)", }, { "name": "Insulin Glargine", "class": "Long-acting Insulin Analogue", "moa": "Binds insulin receptor → promotes glucose uptake, inhibits gluconeogenesis", "indication": "Type 1 & 2 diabetes mellitus (basal insulin component)", "why_this": "Peakless 24-hour coverage; once-daily dosing; predictable", "why_not": "Neutral protamine Hagedorn (NPH) has peaks → more hypoglycemia; shorter duration", "adr_common": "Hypoglycemia, injection site reactions, weight gain", "adr_serious": "Severe hypoglycemia, hypokalemia", "contraindication": "Hypoglycemia episode (hold and treat first)", "monitoring": "Fasting glucose, HbA1c, hypoglycemia awareness", }, { "name": "Empagliflozin", "class": "SGLT-2 Inhibitor", "moa": "Inhibits sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 in proximal tubule → ↑ glucosuria", "indication": "Type 2 diabetes, HFrEF (regardless of diabetes), CKD", "why_this": "CV and renal protection beyond glucose lowering (EMPA-REG OUTCOME trial)", "why_not": "UTI-prone patients prefer alternatives; not for T1DM (DKA risk)", "adr_common": "Genital mycotic infections, UTI, polyuria", "adr_serious": "DKA (euglycemic), Fournier's gangrene, volume depletion", "contraindication": "eGFR < 30 (glucose-lowering), T1DM relative, recurrent UTI", "monitoring": "eGFR, electrolytes, BP, genital infections, HbA1c", }, { "name": "Semaglutide", "class": "GLP-1 Receptor Agonist", "moa": "Activates GLP-1 receptors → ↑ glucose-dependent insulin, ↓ glucagon, ↓ appetite", "indication": "Type 2 diabetes, obesity (Wegovy), CV risk reduction", "why_this": "Weight loss + CV benefit (SUSTAIN-6); once-weekly SC; also oral form", "why_not": "GI-sensitive patients may not tolerate; DPP-4 inhibitors if GI SE concern", "adr_common": "Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea", "adr_serious": "Pancreatitis, medullary thyroid cancer (Black Box – animal data), gallstones", "contraindication": "Personal/family hx of MEN2 or medullary thyroid carcinoma, pancreatitis", "monitoring": "HbA1c, weight, HR, pancreatitis symptoms", }, { "name": "Digoxin", "class": "Cardiac Glycoside", "moa": "Inhibits Na⁺/K⁺-ATPase → ↑ intracellular Ca²⁺ → ↑ inotropy; vagal ↑ → ↓ HR", "indication": "AF rate control, HFrEF (symptom control – does not ↓ mortality)", "why_this": "Useful when β-blockers/CCBs contraindicated; adds rate control + modest inotropy", "why_not": "β-blockers/diltiazem preferred for rate control; ACEI/BB/diuretics for HF mortality", "adr_common": "Nausea, visual disturbances (yellow-green halos), fatigue", "adr_serious": "Digoxin toxicity: arrhythmias (PAT + block), bradycardia, hyperkalemia", "contraindication": "WPW syndrome, 2°/3° AV block, hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy", "monitoring": "Digoxin level (0.5–0.9 ng/mL for HF), K⁺, Mg²⁺, ECG", }, { "name": "Amiodarone", "class": "Class III Antiarrhythmic (multi-channel blocker)", "moa": "Blocks K⁺ channels (primary) + Na⁺, Ca²⁺ channels, β-blockade", "indication": "Ventricular tachycardia/fibrillation, AF conversion and maintenance", "why_this": "Most effective antiarrhythmic; effective in structural heart disease", "why_not": "Extensive toxicity profile; reserved when others fail or in life-threatening arrhythmia", "adr_common": "Photosensitivity, corneal microdeposits, bradycardia", "adr_serious": "Pulmonary toxicity (fibrosis), hepatotoxicity, thyroid dysfunction (hypo/hyper), QT↑", "contraindication": "Sinus node dysfunction without pacemaker, iodine allergy (relative)", "monitoring": "TFTs, LFTs, CXR, PFTs, slit-lamp exam annually", }, { "name": "Heparin (Unfractionated)", "class": "Anticoagulant (indirect thrombin inhibitor)", "moa": "Binds antithrombin III → ↑↑↑ inhibition of thrombin (IIa) and factor Xa", "indication": "Acute VTE, ACS (STEMI/NSTEMI), bridging therapy, CPB", "why_this": "Rapid onset IV; reversible with protamine; works in renal failure", "why_not": "LMWHs easier (SC, no monitoring); DOACs for outpatient VTE", "adr_common": "Bleeding, injection site hematoma", "adr_serious": "HIT (Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia) – thrombosis risk, major bleeding", "contraindication": "Active bleeding, HIT history, severe thrombocytopenia", "monitoring": "aPTT (target 60–100 sec), CBC (platelets for HIT – days 4–14)", }, { "name": "Rivaroxaban", "class": "Direct Factor Xa Inhibitor (DOAC)", "moa": "Directly and reversibly inhibits factor Xa → ↓ thrombin generation", "indication": "Non-valvular AF, DVT/PE treatment and prevention, post-joint replacement", "why_this": "Once-daily; no routine monitoring; predictable pharmacokinetics", "why_not": "Warfarin for mechanical valves; heparin for bridging/acute hospitalized anticoag", "adr_common": "Bleeding (minor)", "adr_serious": "Major bleeding (andexanet alfa reversal agent available)", "contraindication": "Mechanical heart valves, eGFR < 15 (for most indications), pregnancy", "monitoring": "Renal function annually, signs of bleeding (no routine INR needed)", }, { "name": "Atenolol", "class": "Cardioselective β1-blocker", "moa": "Selectively blocks β1 receptors → ↓ HR, ↓ BP, ↓ cardiac output", "indication": "Hypertension, stable angina, post-MI", "why_this": "Once-daily dosing; cheap; renal elimination (useful if hepatic issues)", "why_not": "Metoprolol succinate preferred in HFrEF (proven mortality benefit); less used in HF", "adr_common": "Fatigue, bradycardia, cold extremities", "adr_serious": "Bronchospasm (less selective at high dose), masked hypoglycemia", "contraindication": "Asthma, COPD (relative), 2°/3° AV block, decompensated HF", "monitoring": "HR, BP", }, { "name": "Spironolactone", "class": "Potassium-Sparing Diuretic / Aldosterone Antagonist", "moa": "Competitively blocks aldosterone receptor → ↓ Na⁺ reabsorption, ↓ K⁺ excretion", "indication": "HFrEF (mortality benefit), primary hyperaldosteronism, cirrhotic ascites, resistant HTN", "why_this": "Mortality benefit in HFrEF (RALES trial); treats hyperaldosteronism directly", "why_not": "Loop diuretics more potent for volume overload; eplerenone if gynecomastia problematic", "adr_common": "Gynecomastia/mastalgia (males), hyperkalemia, menstrual irregularities", "adr_serious": "Severe hyperkalemia, metabolic acidosis", "contraindication": "Hyperkalemia (K⁺ > 5.5), Addison's disease, severe renal failure", "monitoring": "K⁺, renal function, BP", }, { "name": "Hydrochlorothiazide", "class": "Thiazide Diuretic", "moa": "Inhibits Na⁺/Cl⁻ cotransporter in distal convoluted tubule → natriuresis", "indication": "Hypertension, edema (mild), nephrolithiasis (calcium stones)", "why_this": "First-line for uncomplicated HTN; ↓ Ca²⁺ excretion → useful in hypercalciuria stones", "why_not": "Loop diuretics if eGFR < 30; aldosterone antagonists if HF/cirrhosis", "adr_common": "Hypokalemia, hyponatremia, hyperglycemia, hyperuricemia", "adr_serious": "Hyponatremia (elderly), pancreatitis, sulfa allergy cross-reaction", "contraindication": "Anuria, sulfa allergy (relative), gout (relative)", "monitoring": "Electrolytes (K⁺, Na⁺), glucose, uric acid, BP", }, { "name": "Losartan", "class": "Angiotensin Receptor Blocker (ARB)", "moa": "Blocks AT1 receptor → ↓ vasoconstriction, ↓ aldosterone", "indication": "Hypertension, HFrEF, diabetic nephropathy, hypertensive patients with LVH", "why_this": "ACEi equivalent efficacy; no cough (bradykinin-independent); uricosuric effect", "why_not": "ACEi preferred in HF/post-MI (more evidence); both ↑ K⁺ – avoid combining", "adr_common": "Dizziness, hyperkalemia (less than ACEi)", "adr_serious": "Angioedema (rare), acute kidney injury, hyperkalemia", "contraindication": "Pregnancy, bilateral renal artery stenosis", "monitoring": "BP, K⁺, creatinine", }, { "name": "Nitroglycerin", "class": "Organic Nitrate (vasodilator)", "moa": "Releases NO → activates guanylyl cyclase → ↑ cGMP → smooth muscle relaxation", "indication": "Acute angina (sublingual), NSTEMI, hypertensive emergency, acute HF with pulmonary edema", "why_this": "Fastest relief of angina (2–3 min SL); preload reduction beneficial in acute HF", "why_not": "PDE-5 inhibitors CONTRAINDICATED (severe hypotension); β-blockers for angina prophylaxis", "adr_common": "Headache, flushing, orthostatic hypotension", "adr_serious": "Severe hypotension (with PDE-5 inhibitors), reflex tachycardia, tolerance", "contraindication": "Sildenafil/tadalafil use within 24–48h, severe hypotension, hypovolemia, RV infarction", "monitoring": "BP (SBP > 90 before giving), HR", }, { "name": "Simvastatin", "class": "HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor (Statin)", "moa": "Inhibits HMG-CoA reductase → ↓ cholesterol synthesis → ↑ LDL receptor upregulation", "indication": "Hyperlipidemia, secondary CV prevention", "why_this": "Proven mortality benefit (4S trial); cost-effective; well-established", "why_not": "Atorvastatin preferred (higher intensity, fewer drug interactions); rosuvastatin for max LDL lowering", "adr_common": "Myalgia", "adr_serious": "Rhabdomyolysis (↑ risk with CYP3A4 inhibitors), hepatotoxicity", "contraindication": "Active liver disease, pregnancy, concurrent strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, dose cap with amiodarone", "monitoring": "CK (if myalgia), LFTs, fasting lipids", }, { "name": "Allopurinol", "class": "Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor", "moa": "Inhibits xanthine oxidase → ↓ uric acid synthesis", "indication": "Chronic gout (prevention), uric acid nephrolithiasis, tumor lysis syndrome prophylaxis", "why_this": "Gold standard for long-term gout prevention; cheap; oral", "why_not": "Febuxostat alternative (if allopurinol intolerant); rasburicase for acute tumor lysis", "adr_common": "Rash, GI upset", "adr_serious": "Allopurinol hypersensitivity syndrome (DRESS, SJS – esp. HLA-B*5801 carriers), hepatitis", "contraindication": "Acute gout attack (do not start mid-attack – worsens), 6-MP/azathioprine (toxic buildup)", "monitoring": "Uric acid, renal function, CBC, rash (genetic testing in high-risk Asian populations)", }, { "name": "Colchicine", "class": "Anti-inflammatory (tubulin-binding)", "moa": "Binds β-tubulin → inhibits microtubule polymerization → ↓ neutrophil migration", "indication": "Acute gout, Familial Mediterranean Fever, pericarditis", "why_this": "Effective for acute gout if NSAIDs contraindicated; CV benefit in pericarditis (COPE trial)", "why_not": "NSAIDs equally effective in acute gout if no contraindications; corticosteroids if both fail", "adr_common": "Diarrhea, nausea, abdominal cramps", "adr_serious": "Myopathy, bone marrow suppression (overdose/CYP3A4 inhibitors), neuromuscular toxicity", "contraindication": "Severe renal or hepatic failure with concurrent P-gp or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors", "monitoring": "Renal function, CBC (long-term), GI symptoms", }, { "name": "Ibuprofen", "class": "NSAID (non-selective COX inhibitor)", "moa": "Reversibly inhibits COX-1/COX-2 → ↓ prostaglandin synthesis", "indication": "Pain, fever, inflammation (arthritis, dysmenorrhea, pericarditis)", "why_this": "OTC availability; rapid onset; effective for mild-moderate pain/inflammation", "why_not": "Celecoxib (COX-2 selective) if GI risk; acetaminophen if no inflammation component", "adr_common": "GI upset, nausea", "adr_serious": "GI ulceration/bleeding, renal impairment, ↑ CV events (prolonged use), HTN exacerbation", "contraindication": "Peptic ulcer, severe CKD/GFR < 30, 3rd trimester pregnancy, aspirin-sensitive asthma", "monitoring": "BP, renal function, CBC (chronic use), GI symptoms", }, { "name": "Acetaminophen (Paracetamol)", "class": "Analgesic / Antipyretic", "moa": "Inhibits COX centrally (prostaglandin synthesis) + endocannabinoid pathway (exact mechanism debated)", "indication": "Mild-moderate pain, fever, first-line analgesia in OA (per NICE)", "why_this": "Safe in pregnancy, GI-friendly; no platelet effects; OTC", "why_not": "NSAIDs for inflammatory conditions (acetaminophen has no anti-inflammatory effect)", "adr_common": "Rare at therapeutic doses", "adr_serious": "Hepatotoxicity in overdose (N-acetylcysteine antidote), rare agranulocytosis", "contraindication": "Severe hepatic impairment, chronic alcohol use (≥ 3 drinks/day)", "monitoring": "LFTs in chronic use or suspected overdose; paracetamol level if overdose", }, { "name": "Ceftriaxone", "class": "3rd-Generation Cephalosporin (β-lactam)", "moa": "Binds PBPs → inhibits peptidoglycan cross-linking → bactericidal", "indication": "CAP, meningitis (empirical), gonorrhea, sepsis, Lyme disease (disseminated)", "why_this": "Excellent gram-negative coverage; long half-life (once-daily); CNS penetration", "why_not": "Penicillin for streptococcal infections if sensitive; azithromycin for atypicals", "adr_common": "Diarrhea, rash", "adr_serious": "C. diff, biliary sludge (ceftriaxone-calcium precipitates in neonates), anaphylaxis", "contraindication": "Penicillin anaphylaxis (use aztreonam instead); neonates with hyperbilirubinemia (IV)", "monitoring": "Renal/hepatic function in prolonged use; culture sensitivities", }, { "name": "Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX)", "class": "Folate Synthesis Inhibitor (antibiotic)", "moa": "TMP inhibits dihydrofolate reductase; SMX inhibits dihydropteroate synthase → ↓ folate", "indication": "Uncomplicated UTI, PCP prophylaxis/treatment, toxoplasmosis, MRSA skin infection", "why_this": "Synergistic dual-block of folate pathway; oral; covers PCP", "why_not": "Nitrofurantoin for uncomplicated UTI (avoids resistance); avoid in sulfa allergy", "adr_common": "Rash, GI upset, photosensitivity", "adr_serious": "SJS, hyperkalemia (TMP blocks K⁺ secretion), bone marrow suppression, nephrotoxicity", "contraindication": "Sulfa allergy, G6PD deficiency (hemolysis), 3rd trimester pregnancy, severe CKD", "monitoring": "K⁺, renal function, CBC, rash", }, { "name": "Fluconazole", "class": "Azole Antifungal", "moa": "Inhibits fungal CYP51 (lanosterol 14α-demethylase) → ↓ ergosterol synthesis", "indication": "Candidiasis (oral, vaginal, esophageal, systemic), Cryptococcal meningitis (step-down)", "why_this": "Oral and IV forms; excellent CNS penetration; once-daily", "why_not": "Amphotericin B for severe/systemic fungal infections; echinocandins for invasive candida", "adr_common": "Nausea, headache", "adr_serious": "QT prolongation, hepatotoxicity, CYP450 drug interactions (warfarin, statins)", "contraindication": "Concurrent terfenadine/cisapride, severe hepatic impairment", "monitoring": "LFTs, QTc, drug interactions", }, { "name": "Metronidazole", "class": "Nitroimidazole Antibiotic / Antiprotozoal", "moa": "Reduced to toxic free radicals inside anaerobic organisms → DNA strand breakage", "indication": "C. difficile (mild), BV, Trichomoniasis, H. pylori (triple therapy), anaerobic infections", "why_this": "Covers anaerobes and protozoa; excellent oral bioavailability; penetrates abscesses", "why_not": "Vancomycin/fidaxomicin for severe C. diff; clindamycin for anaerobes if metronidazole fails", "adr_common": "Metallic taste, nausea", "adr_serious": "Disulfiram-like reaction with alcohol, peripheral neuropathy (prolonged), encephalopathy", "contraindication": "Alcohol use (disulfiram reaction), 1st trimester pregnancy (relative), lithium interaction", "monitoring": "Neurological symptoms (long-term), CBC", }, { "name": "Doxycycline", "class": "Tetracycline Antibiotic", "moa": "Binds 30S ribosomal subunit → blocks aminoacyl-tRNA binding → bacteriostatic", "indication": "CAP (atypicals), Chlamydia, Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, malaria prophylaxis", "why_this": "Broad spectrum (atypicals, intracellular, spirochetes); oral; once or twice daily", "why_not": "Azithromycin if doxycycline intolerant; amoxicillin for early Lyme if not allergic", "adr_common": "Photosensitivity, GI upset, esophageal irritation", "adr_serious": "Permanent tooth discoloration (children < 8 years), pseudotumor cerebri, hepatotoxicity", "contraindication": "Children < 8 years (tooth/bone), pregnancy (skeletal anomalies), esophageal stricture", "monitoring": "Signs of infection resolution, sun protection (photosensitivity)", }, { "name": "Oseltamivir", "class": "Neuraminidase Inhibitor (antiviral)", "moa": "Inhibits influenza neuraminidase → prevents viral release from host cells", "indication": "Influenza A and B treatment (within 48h of symptoms), post-exposure prophylaxis", "why_this": "Reduces symptom duration by ~1 day; reduces complications in high-risk patients", "why_not": "Supportive care sufficient in healthy young adults; baloxavir (single-dose) alternative", "adr_common": "Nausea, vomiting, headache", "adr_serious": "Neuropsychiatric events (rare, esp. in children – self-injury)", "contraindication": "Hypersensitivity", "monitoring": "Renal function (dose adjust in CKD), psychiatric symptoms", }, { "name": "Acyclovir", "class": "Antiviral (nucleoside analogue)", "moa": "Phosphorylated by viral thymidine kinase → inhibits viral DNA polymerase", "indication": "HSV (genital, labial, encephalitis), VZV (shingles, chickenpox), CMV (less effective)", "why_this": "Highly selective (only active in infected cells); IV for encephalitis", "why_not": "Valacyclovir (prodrug) preferred orally (better bioavailability); ganciclovir for CMV", "adr_common": "Nausea, headache, injection site phlebitis (IV)", "adr_serious": "Nephrotoxicity (IV – crystalluria), encephalopathy (IV high dose)", "contraindication": "Hypersensitivity; adequate hydration required for IV use", "monitoring": "Renal function (IV use), hydration status, CBC", }, { "name": "Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate (TDF)", "class": "NRTI (Nucleotide Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor) – HIV antiretroviral", "moa": "Incorporates into viral DNA as false nucleotide → terminates chain elongation", "indication": "HIV-1 infection (part of ART regimen), Hepatitis B, PrEP", "why_this": "Backbone of most HIV regimens; dual activity (HIV + HBV); well tolerated", "why_not": "TAF (tenofovir alafenamide) preferred for better renal/bone profile; abacavir if renal concerns", "adr_common": "GI upset, headache", "adr_serious": "Nephrotoxicity, Fanconi syndrome, decrease in bone mineral density", "contraindication": "eGFR < 50 (use TAF instead), hypersensitivity", "monitoring": "eGFR, phosphate, bone density, viral load, CD4 count", }, { "name": "Prednisolone", "class": "Systemic Corticosteroid", "moa": "Active metabolite of prednisone; binds glucocorticoid receptors → anti-inflammatory/immunosuppressive", "indication": "Asthma exacerbation, IBD, autoimmune hepatitis, organ transplant rejection", "why_this": "Doesn't require hepatic activation (unlike prednisone) – preferred in liver disease", "why_not": "Budesonide preferred for IBD (less systemic absorption); DMARDs for long-term RA", "adr_common": "Hyperglycemia, weight gain, mood changes, insomnia", "adr_serious": "Adrenal suppression, osteoporosis, infection, Cushing syndrome", "contraindication": "Systemic fungal infection, live vaccines during use", "monitoring": "Blood glucose, BP, DEXA scan, electrolytes, weight", }, { "name": "Mesalazine (5-ASA)", "class": "Aminosalicylate", "moa": "Inhibits COX/LOX locally in colonic mucosa → ↓ prostaglandins and leukotrienes", "indication": "Mild-moderate ulcerative colitis (induction + maintenance), Crohn's colitis", "why_this": "Topical anti-inflammatory with minimal systemic absorption; maintenance of remission", "why_not": "Corticosteroids for moderate-severe UC; biologics (infliximab) for refractory disease", "adr_common": "GI upset, headache", "adr_serious": "Interstitial nephritis (rare), pancreatitis, blood dyscrasias", "contraindication": "Salicylate hypersensitivity, severe renal impairment", "monitoring": "Renal function, CBC (periodically)", }, { "name": "Methotrexate", "class": "Antimetabolite / DMARD / Chemotherapy", "moa": "Inhibits DHFR → ↓ folate → ↓ DNA/RNA synthesis; anti-inflammatory at low doses", "indication": "RA (DMARD), psoriasis, Crohn's disease, ectopic pregnancy, ALL, osteosarcoma", "why_this": "Gold standard DMARD for RA; cheap; oral/IM; well-studied", "why_not": "Biologic DMARDs (anti-TNF) if MTX ineffective; avoid in pregnancy", "adr_common": "Mucositis, nausea, fatigue", "adr_serious": "Hepatotoxicity, pulmonary toxicity (pneumonitis), bone marrow suppression, teratogen", "contraindication": "Pregnancy, breastfeeding, hepatic cirrhosis, immunodeficiency, CrCl < 30", "monitoring": "LFTs, CBC, creatinine (monthly initially), folic acid supplementation", }, { "name": "Infliximab", "class": "Anti-TNFα Biologic (chimeric monoclonal antibody)", "moa": "Binds and neutralizes soluble + membrane-bound TNF-α → ↓ inflammation", "indication": "Crohn's disease, UC, RA, psoriasis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis", "why_this": "Rapidly effective in TNF-driven disease; IV – suitable for induction in severe IBD", "why_not": "Adalimumab (SC) preferred for self-injection; vedolizumab if anti-TNF inadequate", "adr_common": "Infusion reactions, headache", "adr_serious": "Opportunistic infections (TB reactivation), hepatitis B reactivation, demyelination, lymphoma", "contraindication": "Active infection (inc. TB – screen with IGRA), moderate/severe HF (NYHA III/IV)", "monitoring": "TB screening (IGRA/TST), HBV, LFTs, CBC, signs of infection", }, { "name": "Ondansetron", "class": "5-HT3 Receptor Antagonist (Antiemetic)", "moa": "Blocks 5-HT3 receptors in CTZ and vagal afferents → ↓ nausea/vomiting", "indication": "Chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting (CINV), postoperative nausea, hyperemesis gravidarum", "why_this": "Highly effective for CINV; no extrapyramidal effects (unlike metoclopramide)", "why_not": "Metoclopramide for gastroparesis; domperidone for dysmotility-related nausea", "adr_common": "Headache, constipation, flushing", "adr_serious": "QT prolongation (dose-dependent), serotonin syndrome (rare)", "contraindication": "Congenital long QT syndrome, concurrent QT-prolonging drugs, apomorphine", "monitoring": "QTc (IV doses), electrolytes (K⁺, Mg²⁺)", }, { "name": "Prednisolone (ear/eye drops)", "class": "Topical Corticosteroid", "moa": "Local glucocorticoid effect → ↓ capillary permeability, ↓ cytokines", "indication": "Allergic conjunctivitis, anterior uveitis, otitis externa", "why_this": "Targeted anti-inflammatory; minimal systemic absorption", "why_not": "Antibiotic drops for bacterial conjunctivitis; antiviral for herpetic keratitis", "adr_common": "Stinging/burning on instillation", "adr_serious": "Raised IOP (glaucoma), posterior subcapsular cataracts, secondary infection (prolonged use)", "contraindication": "Fungal/viral eye infections (e.g., herpes simplex keratitis), undiagnosed red eye", "monitoring": "IOP (prolonged ophthalmic use)", }, { "name": "Tamoxifen", "class": "Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM)", "moa": "Competitive estrogen receptor antagonist in breast tissue; partial agonist in uterus/bone", "indication": "ER+ breast cancer (adjuvant therapy, premenopausal), DCIS, gynecomastia", "why_this": "Proven 10-year benefit in ER+ breast cancer; preserves bone density (unlike AIs in premenopausal)", "why_not": "Aromatase inhibitors (anastrozole) preferred in postmenopausal women (superior efficacy)", "adr_common": "Hot flashes, vaginal discharge, mood changes", "adr_serious": "Endometrial cancer (uterine agonism), DVT/PE (thrombogenic), cataracts", "contraindication": "Pregnancy, DVT/PE history (relative), CYP2D6 inhibitors (reduce efficacy)", "monitoring": "Annual gynecologic exam (endometrial cancer), bone density, ophthalmology", }, { "name": "Propranolol", "class": "Non-selective β-blocker", "moa": "Blocks β1 and β2 receptors → ↓ HR, ↓ BP, ↓ renin, ↓ anxiety symptoms", "indication": "Hypertension, angina, essential tremor, migraine prophylaxis, hyperthyroidism (adjunct), portal HTN", "why_this": "Non-selective → useful for anxiety/tremor (peripheral β2); controls hyperthyroid symptoms", "why_not": "Cardioselective β-blockers (metoprolol) preferred in HF/asthma patients", "adr_common": "Fatigue, bradycardia, cold extremities, nightmares", "adr_serious": "Bronchospasm (β2 blockade – avoid in asthma), masking hypoglycemia, rebound angina on abrupt withdrawal", "contraindication": "Asthma/COPD, 2°/3° AV block, uncompensated HF, Raynaud's (relative)", "monitoring": "HR, BP, blood glucose in diabetics", }, { "name": "Clonazepam", "class": "Benzodiazepine", "moa": "Enhances GABA-A receptor Cl⁻ influx → CNS depression", "indication": "Panic disorder, seizures (absence, myoclonic), acute mania (adjunct), restless legs", "why_this": "Long half-life (18–50h) → less interdose anxiety; good for seizure prophylaxis", "why_not": "SSRIs preferred for long-term anxiety; shorter-acting BZDs (lorazepam) for acute agitation", "adr_common": "Sedation, ataxia, cognitive impairment", "adr_serious": "Dependence/withdrawal (can be life-threatening), respiratory depression (with opioids)", "contraindication": "Severe hepatic impairment, respiratory depression, sleep apnea, myasthenia gravis", "monitoring": "Sedation, respiratory rate, signs of dependence, LFTs", }, { "name": "Donepezil", "class": "Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitor", "moa": "Reversibly inhibits AChE → ↑ acetylcholine in synaptic cleft", "indication": "Alzheimer's disease (all stages), Lewy body dementia", "why_this": "Improves cognitive function and ADLs; once-daily; well tolerated vs. tacrine", "why_not": "Memantine added in moderate-severe disease (different MOA – NMDA antagonist)", "adr_common": "Nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, vivid dreams", "adr_serious": "Bradycardia, syncope, GI bleeding, muscle cramps", "contraindication": "Piperidine hypersensitivity, sick sinus syndrome (relative)", "monitoring": "HR, MMSE/MoCA (cognitive tracking), GI symptoms", }, { "name": "Memantine", "class": "NMDA Receptor Antagonist", "moa": "Blocks NMDA glutamate receptors → prevents excitotoxic Ca²⁺ influx", "indication": "Moderate-severe Alzheimer's disease", "why_this": "Slows cognitive decline in moderate-severe AD; different MOA from AChEIs (combine)", "why_not": "AChEIs (donepezil) first-line in mild AD; memantine added in moderate-severe", "adr_common": "Dizziness, headache, confusion", "adr_serious": "Seizures (rare), psychosis (rare)", "contraindication": "Severe renal failure (CrCl < 5 mL/min)", "monitoring": "Renal function, cognitive assessments", }, ] # ── PDF Generation ───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── OUTPUT = "/home/daytona/workspace/drug-pdf/50_Drugs_Reference.pdf" doc = SimpleDocTemplate( OUTPUT, pagesize=A4, leftMargin=18*mm, rightMargin=18*mm, topMargin=15*mm, bottomMargin=15*mm, ) # Colour palette BG_HEADER = colors.HexColor("#1a1a2e") # dark navy ACCENT = colors.HexColor("#e94560") # red accent GOLD = colors.HexColor("#f5a623") # gold TEXT_WHITE = colors.white TEXT_DARK = colors.HexColor("#1a1a2e") LIGHT_GRAY = colors.HexColor("#f0f0f0") TEAL = colors.HexColor("#0f3460") styles = getSampleStyleSheet() # Custom styles drug_title = ParagraphStyle( "DrugTitle", fontName="Helvetica-Bold", fontSize=18, textColor=TEXT_WHITE, leading=22, spaceAfter=0, spaceBefore=0, leftIndent=4*mm, alignment=TA_LEFT, ) class_style = ParagraphStyle( "ClassStyle", fontName="Helvetica-Oblique", fontSize=11, textColor=GOLD, leading=14, spaceBefore=0, spaceAfter=0, leftIndent=4*mm, ) section_header = ParagraphStyle( "SectionHeader", fontName="Helvetica-Bold", fontSize=10, textColor=ACCENT, leading=13, spaceBefore=4, spaceAfter=1, ) body_style = ParagraphStyle( "Body", fontName="Helvetica", fontSize=9.5, textColor=TEXT_DARK, leading=13, spaceBefore=0, spaceAfter=2, leftIndent=3*mm, ) bullet_style = ParagraphStyle( "Bullet", fontName="Helvetica", fontSize=9.5, textColor=TEXT_DARK, leading=13, spaceBefore=0, spaceAfter=1, leftIndent=6*mm, bulletIndent=3*mm, ) def section(label, content): """Return a list of Flowables for one section.""" return [ Paragraph(label, section_header), Paragraph(content, body_style), ] def drug_card(drug, number): elems = [] # ── Header block (dark bg) ────────────────────────────────────────────── header_data = [[ Paragraph(f"{number}. {drug['name']}", drug_title), ]] header_table = Table(header_data, colWidths=[174*mm]) header_table.setStyle(TableStyle([ ("BACKGROUND", (0,0), (-1,-1), BG_HEADER), ("TOPPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 8), ("BOTTOMPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 2), ("LEFTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4), ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4), ("ROUNDEDCORNERS", [4, 4, 0, 0]), ])) elems.append(header_table) # ── Class ribbon ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────── class_data = [[Paragraph(drug["class"], class_style)]] class_table = Table(class_data, colWidths=[174*mm]) class_table.setStyle(TableStyle([ ("BACKGROUND", (0,0), (-1,-1), TEAL), ("TOPPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4), ("BOTTOMPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4), ("LEFTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4), ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 4), ])) elems.append(class_table) # ── Content area ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────── content_items = [] content_items += section("MOA:", drug["moa"]) content_items += section("Indication:", drug["indication"]) content_items += section("Why this drug:", drug["why_this"]) content_items += section("Why not others:", drug["why_not"]) content_items += section("ADR — Common:", drug["adr_common"]) content_items += section("ADR — Serious:", drug["adr_serious"]) content_items += section("Contraindication:", drug["contraindication"]) content_items += section("Monitoring:", drug["monitoring"]) # Wrap content in a light-background table inner_table = Table([[content_items]], colWidths=[170*mm]) inner_table.setStyle(TableStyle([ ("BACKGROUND", (0,0), (-1,-1), LIGHT_GRAY), ("TOPPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 6), ("BOTTOMPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 8), ("LEFTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 6), ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 6), ("ROUNDEDCORNERS", [0, 0, 4, 4]), ])) elems.append(inner_table) elems.append(Spacer(1, 8*mm)) return elems # ── Cover page ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────── cover_style = ParagraphStyle("Cover", fontName="Helvetica-Bold", fontSize=32, textColor=TEXT_WHITE, alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=40) subtitle_style = ParagraphStyle("Sub", fontName="Helvetica", fontSize=14, textColor=GOLD, alignment=TA_CENTER, leading=20) note_style = ParagraphStyle("Note", fontName="Helvetica-Oblique", fontSize=10, textColor=colors.lightgrey, alignment=TA_CENTER) cover_data = [[ Spacer(1, 40*mm), Paragraph("50 ESSENTIAL DRUGS", cover_style), Spacer(1, 6*mm), Paragraph("Clinical Quick Reference", subtitle_style), Spacer(1, 8*mm), HRFlowable(width="80%", thickness=1, color=ACCENT, hAlign="CENTER"), Spacer(1, 8*mm), Paragraph("Class · MOA · Indication · Why This Drug · Why Not Others
ADR · Contraindications · Monitoring", note_style), Spacer(1, 60*mm), Paragraph("Mixed Categories | All Major Drug Classes", note_style), ]] cover_table = Table([[ cover_data[0] ]], colWidths=[174*mm], rowHeights=[240*mm]) cover_table.setStyle(TableStyle([ ("BACKGROUND", (0,0), (-1,-1), BG_HEADER), ("TOPPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 0), ("BOTTOMPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 0), ("LEFTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 0), ("RIGHTPADDING", (0,0), (-1,-1), 0), ])) story = [] # Cover elements story.append(Spacer(1, 30*mm)) story.append(Paragraph("50 ESSENTIAL DRUGS", cover_style)) story.append(Spacer(1, 6*mm)) story.append(Paragraph("Clinical Quick Reference", subtitle_style)) story.append(Spacer(1, 8*mm)) story.append(HRFlowable(width="80%", thickness=2, color=ACCENT, hAlign="CENTER")) story.append(Spacer(1, 8*mm)) story.append(Paragraph("Class · MOA · Indication · Why This Drug
Why Not Others · ADR · Contraindications · Monitoring", note_style)) story.append(Spacer(1, 15*mm)) story.append(Paragraph("Mixed Categories | All Major Drug Classes", note_style)) story.append(PageBreak()) # Drug cards for i, drug in enumerate(drugs, start=1): story.extend(drug_card(drug, i)) doc.build(story) print(f"PDF saved → {OUTPUT}") print(f"Total drugs: {len(drugs)}")