Antimicrotubules Flashcards
0
Q
Vinca alkaloids
A
Oncovin, Vincasar
Velban
Navelbine
1
Q
Inhibit microtubule formation
A
Vinca alkaloids
2
Q
Oncovin, Vincasar
A
Vincristine
3
Q
Velban
A
Vinblastine
4
Q
Navelbine
A
Vinorelbine
5
Q
Vinca alkaloids can only be given
A
IV ONLY
6
Q
What kind of tubing should be used for Taxol
A
Non-PVC tubing and bag
7
Q
What is the pretreatment regimen for taxol
A
Antiemetic + Benydril + cimetidine + 8mg dexamethasone by mouth BID for 5 days
8
Q
What is used as pretreatment for Taxotere
A
8mg dexamethasone by mouth BID for 5 days
9
Q
Taxotere increases _________ causing ________.
A
Fluid retention , edema
10
Q
Inhibit the disassembly of microtubules
A
Taxanes
11
Q
Taxanes
A
Taxol
Taxotere
12
Q
Taxol
A
Paclitaxel
13
Q
Taxotere
A
Docetaxel
14
Q
What are the 4 esignificant side effects of Taxanes
A
1 neuropathy
2 anaphylaxis
3 hypotension
4 edema (angioedema)
