Aminosalicylates Flashcards

1
Q

give two aminosalicylates

A

sulphasalazine

mesalazine

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2
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how are aminosalicylates normally given

A

topical

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3
Q

what is the indication for aminosalicylate use

A

inducing remission of UC

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4
Q

give four side effects of mesalazine

A

GI upset
pancreatitis
agranulocytosis
interstitial nephritis

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5
Q

give some side effects of sulphasalazine

A
rashes
oligospermia
headache
fibrosis
megaloblastic anaemia
heinz body anaemia
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