Exam 1 pharm Flashcards
Chlorhexidine
broad spectrum antrimicrobial widely used in hospitals
becaplermin
Platelet derived growth factor used to treat diabetic foot ulcers
risk of malignancy if over 4 tubes used
miconazole
clotrimazole
efinaconazole
ketoconazole
topical imidazoles used to treat skin infections
nystatin
amphotericin B
alters membrane permability
treats candida infections
capsaicin
used for pruritus
acts on TRPV1 channels and wears them out causing desensitization
mirtazapine
nocturnal pruritus
sertraline
cholestatic pruritus
naltrexone
cholestatic and CKD pruritus
butorphanol
nocturnala nd intractable pruritus
gabapentin
pregabalin
neuropathic pruritus
oxymetazoline
α-agonist cream for rosacea
Treatment course for acne
Mild comedonal → topical retinoid
Mild Papular/pustular → topical retinoid + topical antimicrobial
Moderate papular/pustular → topical retinoid + oral antibiotic + BPO
Moderate nodular → topical retinoid + oral antibiotic + BPO
Severe nodular → oral isoretinoin
Tretinoin
topical retinoid used for acne
activated DNA upregulation of RARE which
reduces follicular occlusion and microcomedone formation
Benzoyl peroxide
clindamycin
erythromycin
topical antimicrobial fo acne
Tetracycline doxycycline minocycline erythromycin azithromycin trimethoprim
Oral antibiotics used in acne