Fitz - Pharm Of RA Flashcards
1
Q
Reponse to MTX takes
A
25-30 wks
2
Q
Toxicity of MTX
A
Hepatotoxicity, pulmonary damage
3
Q
All ppl on MTX should get
A
follic acid, 1mg daily
4
Q
Represses NF-kappaB transcription
A
Anti-inflammaotr glucocorticoids
5
Q
Soluble TNF receptor
A
Entanercept
6
Q
Anti-TNF monoclonal Abs
A
Infliximab, adalimumab
7
Q
Anti-TNFalpha agents increase the risk of
A
Serious infections - esp TB
8
Q
Oral JAK inhibitor
A
Tofacitinib
9
Q
DMARD of choice for mild to moderate RA
A
Low-dose MTX