Illicit and Recreational Drugs Flashcards
Uses of amphetamines?
several analogues are used for tx of ADD, obesity and narcolepsy in humans, also illegal amphetamine products
Name several amphetamine drugs.
benzphetamine CIII, dextroamphetamine CII, methylphenidate CII and lisdexamfetamine
Source of amphetamine toxicosis?
accidental ingestion
Street names for amphetamine?
amphetamine–>speed, dex, dexies, bennies
methamphetamine–>ice, glass, meth, crystal
Oral LD50 for amphetamine is _____mg/kg and for methamphetamine is _____ mg/kg in the dog.
20-27 mg/kg–9-11 mg/kg
ADME of amphetamine?
A=readily orally, highly lipid soluble
D=widely including CNS
M=in liver, some metabolites are active
E=in urine–pH dependent
Half life of amphetamine in dogs?
3.7-6 hrs
Half life is dependent on what?
pH of the urine
MOA of amphetamine toxicosis?
CNS stimulant, block reuptake of norepinephrine and dopamine, inhibit MAO, dopamine excitatory receptor agonist, peripherally–sympathomimetic effect by releasing norepinephrine and direct stimulant effect on alpha-adrenergic receptors and beta-adrenergic receptors
T/F Mechanism of action of amphetamines in the CNS is unknown.
TRUE!
Clinical signs of amphetamine toxicosis?
hyperactivity, restlessness, circling, tremors, ataxia, seizures, mydriasis, hypersalivation, hyperthermia–some show depression, weakness and bradycardia
Laboratory diagnosis of amphetamine toxicosis?
hypoglycemia, amphetamines can be detected in blood, urine and saliva, tremors result in metabolic acidosis and rhadomyolysis–may cause myoglobinuria and renal failure (rare)
Prognosis of amphetamine toxicosis?
depends on severity of condition
Treatment of amphetamine toxicosis?
emesis, activated charcoal, pentobarbital and propofol for seizures, phenothiazine derivatives IV as dopamine excitatory receptor antagonists, treat hyperthermia, tachyarrhythmias treated with beta-blockers or lidocaine, urinary acidifiers, IV fluids
What urinary acidifiers can be used in the treatment of amphetamine toxicosis?
ammonium chloride, ascorbic acid–contraindicated in acidotic patient
Use of IV fluids in treatment of amphetamine toxicosis?
dehydration, correct systemic acidosis, enhance renal excretion, prevent renal damage due to myoglobinuria
Uses of cocaine?
topical local anesthetic for the oral, laryngeal and nasal cavities, used to confirm the cause of miotic pupil in conditions such as horners syndrome, illicit drug
Sources of cocaine toxicosis?
accidental ingestion of illicit cocaine
Source of cocaine?
alkaloid from the leaves of the plant Erythroxylon coca or E. monogynum–grown in mexico, south america, indonesia and west indies
Properties of cocaine?
cocaine hydrochloride is a powder form which dissolves in water and is taken IV or intranasally–the free base is the pure cocaine alkaloid obtained from the hydrochloride form in the shape of crystals, flakes or rock which makes a cracking sound when heated and can be smoked or taken orally
Street names for cocaine?
coke, bernies, girl, white lady, snow, star dust