Hepatic dysfunction Flashcards
1
Q
what drugs can cause liver injury?
A
- NSAIDs
- co-amoxiclav, flucloxacillin
- anti-TB meds
- paracetamol
- methotrexate
- amiodarone
2
Q
What med do you use to treat paracetamol poisoning?
A
acetylcysteine
3
Q
How do you make decisions for when to treat paracetamol poisoning?
A
if blood paracetamol concentrations are above the treatment line on the graph in the bnf
4
Q
what drugs do you have to be weary about prescribing in someone with hepatic encephalopathy?
A
- sedating drugs (benzos)
- agitating drugs (antipsychotics)
- constipating drugs (opioids)
- electrolyte disturbing drugs (diuretics)
