DMARDS Flashcards
1
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Anti-proliferative agent drug examples
A
Methotrexate, azathioprine
2
Q
MoA of Methotrexate and azathioprine
A
Reduces lymphocyte proliferation
3
Q
Immunosuppressive agents drugs example
A
Sulphasalazine, penicillamine
4
Q
MoA of Sulphasalazine and penicillamine
A
Immunosuppressive mechanism unclear
5
Q
Monoclonal antibodies examples
A
Infliximab, rituximab
6
Q
MoA of Infliximab and rituximab
A
Bind and block proinflammatory function of TNF-alpha (infliximab). Depletion of B cells (rituximab)