Endocrine Flashcards
1
Q
What drugs are used to treat diabetes insipidus?
A
Vasopressin (ADH)
Desmopressin
2
Q
Why should you limit fluid intake when taking desmopressin and vasopressin?
A
It can lead to fluid retention and hyponatraemia (if too much fluid)
3
Q
Which people should you be cautious when taking vasopressin and desmopressin?
A
Caution in elderly, asthma, HF.
Stop taking during nausea/vomiting until fluid balance normal
4
Q
Which drug increases sensitivity of renal tubules to ADH?
A
Carbamazepine
5
Q
Which drugs would you give in inappropriate ADH secretion?
A
Demeclocycline
Tolvaptan
