Antimalarials Flashcards
1
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What are examples of anti-malarial medications?
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- Chloroquine
- Hydroxychloroquine
2
Q
What are indications for using anti-malarials?
A
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- SLE
- Psoriasis
- (Malaria)
3
Q
What are contraindications to using antimalarial drugs?
A
- Serious infection
- G6PD deficiency
- Acute porphyria
- Breast feeding
4
Q
When should you use antimalarials with caution?
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- Epilepsy
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
- Pregnancy
- Psoriasis
- Myasthenia gravis
5
Q
What are adverse reactions of antimalarials?
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- Ocular toxicity (retinal and corneal deposits)
- Rash, which can be Steven-Johnson syndrome or other serious rash
- Hair damage or loss
- GI upset
- Hypertension and ECG changes
- Ototoxicity (also seen in exposed foetus)
- Bone marrow suppression
- Psychosis
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