Essential Information part 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is Cimetidine associated with
A
- gyaecomastia
- erectile dysfunction
2
Q
Which 2 atypical antipsychotics carry highest risk for weight gain
A
- olanzapine
- clozapine
3
Q
Can opioids be used in breastfeeding? and Why?
A
No (present in milk)
4
Q
What electrolyte imbalance can long term use of PPIs cause
A
hypomagnaesia
5
Q
Which anti-diabetic medications have weight gain
A
- sulfonylureas (gliclazide)
- pioglitazone
6
Q
What toxicity can ACEi cause what should happen
A
hepatotoxicity
(should be stopped)
7
Q
PPIs can have an increased risk of what infection
A
C.Difficile
8
Q
What does Grapefruit do to some drug concentrations
A
Decrease concentration
9
Q
What ions can impact levothyroxine absorption
A
- calcium
- iron
10
Q
What 3 things is pioglitazone associated with increasing risk of
A
- heart failure
- bladder cancer
- bone fractures
11
Q
How long are Isotretinoin prescriptions valid for
A
7 days
