Antivirals Flashcards
1
Q
Give some complications of influenza.
A
Bronchitis Pneumonia Sinusitis Acute otitis media Croup
2
Q
Name two M2 ion channel inhibitors.
Name 3 limitations to their usage.
A
Influenza A only
CNS and renal side effects
M2 gene is prone to mutations commonly and therefore rapid emergence of resistance occurs.
3
Q
Name two neuraminidase inhibitors.
What is the difference in their route of administration?
Renal excretion?
Which one has is not as effective against H1N1?
A
Oseltamivir
Zanamavir
Oseltamivir is pill (PO) whereas zanamivir is dry aerosol powder.
Zanamivir
Oseltamivir
4
Q
Where are HHV 5 6 and 7 latent in?
A
Lymphoreticular
Secretory glands
Kidney cells
5
Q
Which virus is associated with Kaposi’s sarcoma?
A
HHV-8
6
Q
What complications are HHV 6 and 7 associated with?
A
Meningoencephalitis
