Hyper/Hypothyroidism Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
131 I
A
Accumulates in overgrown thyroid secretory epithelial and damages the cells.
2
Q
Thiazoamines
A
Inhibit peroxidase which is a crucial step in T3/T4 synthesis. SE: allergy reactions, decreased white blood cell count which leads to an increased infection risk.
3
Q
Levotyroxine
A
T4 analogue.
4
Q
Liothyronine
A
T3 analogue. SE: increases heart rate, angina pectoris, increased risk of heart failure, osteoporosis ( cardiac symptoms from unspecific beta receptor binding in the heart).
5
Q
Name two drugs for hypo- and two for hyperthyroidism.
A
Hypothyroidism: levothyroxine, liothyroxone.
Hyperthyroidism: 131I, Thiazoamines.
