Exam #4 NSAIDs Flashcards
1
Q
what does NSAID stand for?
A
Non steroidal anti inflammatroy
2
Q
what are the NSAIDs?
A
ibuprofen
naproxen
acetylsalicylic acid
3
Q
what is the pharma action/how do NSAIDs work?
A
inhibit prostaglandins
produce anti-inflammatory
analgesic
antipyretic
inhibit cox 1 and 2
4
Q
what are the therapeutic/what does NSAIDs treat?
A
fever
pain
inflammation
5
Q
what are the adverse side effects of NSAIDs?`
A
GI issues
Impaired kidney function
Increase risk of MI or Stroke with cardiovascular disease
6
Q
what are contraindications for NSAIDs?
A
ulcers
bleeding
allergies
7
Q
what should you not take NSAID with?
A
anticoagulatns
8
Q
what should you monitor when taking NSAIDs
A
renal function and herbal interaction