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Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors Flashcards

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Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors

Drug Names

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Acetazolamide

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Indications

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Adjuncts to other diuretics

Glaucoma

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Mechanism of Action

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Block the effects of carbonic anhydrase; slow down the movement of hydrogen ions
More sodium and bicarbonate are lost in the urine

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Contraindications

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Allergy to drug, sulfonamides, or thiazides

Pregnancy/lactation

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Adverse Effects

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Metabolic acidosis
Hypokalemia
Effect to CNS r/t electrolyte changes: paresthesias or extremities. confusion, drowsiness

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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Salicylates

Lithium

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