15/02 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common cause of Cushings?
A
Pituitary adenoma
2
Q
What are features of addisonian crises?
A
Hyperkalaemia
Hyponatraemia
Hypoglycaemia
3
Q
What is the mode of action of gliptins?
A
DPP4 inhibitors
Reduce the breakdown of incretin
4
Q
What is a risk of over replacement of thyroid hormone?
A
Osteoporosis
5
Q
What is 2nd line treatment (double therapy) in diabetes?
A
Metformin plus gliptin
Metformin plus pioglitazone
Metformin plus SGLT2 inhibitor
Metformin plus sulphonylurea