alcohol and medication interactions (important in elderly especially) Flashcards
1
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H2 blockers
A
higher BALs
2
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benzo, tricyclics, narcotics, barbs, antihistamine h1
A
more sedating
3
Q
aspirin, NSAIDS
A
gi lining irritation, prolonged bleeding time
4
Q
metronidazole, sulfanomides, long-acting hypoglycemics
A
nausea and vomiting
5
Q
reserpine, nitroglycerin, hydralazine
A
increase hypotension risk
6
Q
acetaminophen, isoniazid, phenylbutazone
A
increased hepatoxicity
7
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antihypertensives, antidiabetics, ulcer drugs, gout meds
A
worsen underlying disease