Gold Compounds Flashcards

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Actions

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  • Absorbed by macrophages, which results in inhibition of phagocytosis
  • Tissue destruction is decreased
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Contraindications

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  • Allergy

- Diabetes, CHF, renal or hepatic dysfunction, blood dyscrasias, pregnancy/lactation

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Adverse effects

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-Stomatitis, glossitis, gingivitis, bone marrow depression, dermatitis, interstitial pneumonitis and anaphylactic shock

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Drug-drug

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-Penicillamine, antimalarials, cytotoxic drugs, or immunosuppressive agents

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