Indications: Anti-inflammatory & Immunosuppressive Agents Flashcards
Ibuprofen
pain, inflammation, autoimmune conditions
Diclofenac (PO & Topical)
pain, inflammation, autoimmune conditions
Naproxen
pain, inflammation, autoimmune conditions
Ketorolac
pain, inflammation, autoimmune conditions
Etodolac
pain, inflammation, autoimmune conditions
Indomethacin
pain, inflammation, autoimmune conditions (gout), patent ductus arteriosus in infants
Meloxicam
pain, inflammation, autoimmune conditions
Celecoxib
pain, inflammation, autoimmune conditions
Allopurinol
gout as preventative
Colchicine
gout, pericarditis, myocarditis
Tacrolimus
immunosuppression in organ transplantation
Cyclosporine
immunosuppression in organ transplantation
Prednisone (PO)
allergic reactions, autoimmune disease,
Inflammation, COPD/Asthma exacerbations
Dexamethasone (PO/IV)
allergic reactions, autoimmune disease,
Inflammation, post brain surgery (one of the only ones passes BBB)
Methylprednisolone (IV)
allergic reactions, autoimmune disease,
Inflammation, COPD/asthma exacerbations, blood disorders