Learning Objectives Focused Flashcards
What is the MOA of the Vitamin K Antagonist Coumadin [Warfarin]?
Inhibits Vitamin K dependent coagulation factor synthesis
What is the MOA of the Coagulation Factor Antagonist Enoxaparin [Lovenox]?
Irreversibly inactivates clotting factor-Xa much more-so than Factor-IIa (thrombin)
It is LMW heparin extract making it more predictable than normal heparin
What is the MOA of the Coagulation Factor Antagonist Rivaroxaban [Xarelto]?
Factor-Xa inhibitor (converts prothrombin to thrombin
Selectively blocks the active site of Factor-Xa, inhibiting blood coagulation.
What is the MOA of the Platelet Inhibitor Clopidogrel [Plavix]?
Irreversible inhibition of platelet ADP receptors which normally trigger platelet activation and aggregation via downstream activation of GIIIb/IIa
What is the MOA of the GPIIIa/IIb receptor antagonist Abciximab [ReoPro]?
Fab fragment binds to GPIIIb/IIa receptor of human platelets and inhibits platelet aggregation
Binds to vitronectin receptor on platelets and vessels wall endothelial and smooth muscle cells
Specify normal/abnormal total cholesterol.
Desirable - 200
Specify normal/abnormal LDL cholesterol.
Desirable - 130
Specify normal/abnormal HDL cholesterol.
Desirable - >60
Which two statins produce the greatest serum LDL cholesterol reduction?
Atorvastin and Rosuvastatin (50%)
Which statin produces the greatest triacylglycerol reduction?
Atorvastatin (29%)
Which two statins produce the greatest HDL cholesterol increase?
Pravastatin and Simvastatin (12%)
Which two statins have the ability to penetrate the CNS?
Lovastatin and Simvastatin
What is the MOA of the HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor Atorvstastin [Lipitor]?
Competitively inhibits HMG-CoA Reductase which is responsible for an early, rate limiting step in cholesterol biosynthesis
Increases hepatic LDL receptors, enhancing catabolism
What are the common adverse effects of Atorvstastin?
nasopharyngitis, myalgia, myopathy impaired function associated w/ elevated serum transaminase levels (jaundice), amnesia
What are the ocular adverse effects of Atorvstastin?
Diplopia, ptosis, pseudo-CME & blurred vision, elevated IOP, intraocular hemorrhage, cataracts
What happens when you take cyclosporine, erythromycin or azalea antifungals with Atorvastatin? (unique)
Myopathy exacerbation (a common adverse effect of Atorvastatin)
What is the contraindication of Atorvastatin?
Azole Antifungals
When is Fenofibrate commonly prescribed?
In conjunction with statins or in statin resistant patients
What is the MOA of the Fibrate Fenofibrate [TriCor]?
Stimulates nuclear receptor PPAR which modulates transcription of insulin (get’s energy into our cells) sensitive genes in live, muscle and adipose tissue (release of lipids into the bloodstream)
Enhances HDL production; inhibits triglyceride synthesis and stimulates catabolism of triglyceride-rich lipoproteins
Greatest effect on cells that reproduce the fastest
What are the common adverse effects of Fenofibrate?
headache, rhinitis, flu syndrome
What are the serious adverse effects of Fenofibrate?
SJS, TEN (toxic epidermal necrolysis), hepatitis, cirrhosis, thromboembolism, myositis, myopathy, rhabdomyolysis
What are the drug interactions of Fenofibrate?
Acyclovir, aminoglycoside, cyclosporine, gancyclovir - impaired renal elimination
Impaired metabolism of Sulfonylureas (Diabetes med)
What is Niacin commonly known as?
OTC Vitamin B3
What is the MOA of Niacin?
Inhibits lipolysis in adipose tissue, resulting in reduced hepatic VLDL synthesis and production of LDLs in plasma
What are the common adverse effects of Niacin?
headache, pseudo CME (goes away if you stop taking), flushing, pruritus, hyper pigmentation, jaundice, xeroderma, orthostatic hypotension
What is the unique ocular adverse effect of Niacin?
Toxic Amblyopia (the only one that does this)
What are the serious adverse effects of Niacin?
Hepatotoxicity, arrythmias
What are the drug interactions of Niacin?
Alpha and Beta Blockers - additive effect
What are the cautions to consider when thinking of using Niacin?
Diabetes (elevated blood sugar), sugar (anti-platelet effect)
What is the MOA of the Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitor Ezetimibe [Zetia]?
Inhibits dietary and biliary cholesterol absorption at small intestinal brush border
Used in conjunction with statins (inhibit cholesterol function, while these inhibit absorption)
What are the common adverse effects of Ezetimibe?
sinusitis, influenza, diarrhea
What are the serious adverse effects of Ezetimibe?
angioedema, anaphylaxis, hepatitis (need a healthy liver to lower lipid levels), thrombocytopenia
What is the effect of taking Cyclosporine and Ezetimibe?
May increase levels of both drugs as they are both processed through the liver
What are the cautions when taking Ezetimibe?
Hepatic Impairment
By what factor can you multiply A1C by to get your eAG?
Between 21 and 24
Ex. 6 * 21 = 126
Ex. 10 * 24 = 240
These values correspond to the table provided
Why is Metformin the first line drug for DM-2 treatment?
High efficacy, low hypoglycemia risk, has neutral/loss of weight, low cost
What are the main second line DM-2 drugs and why?
DPP-4 Inhibitors and GLP-1 Receptor Agonists
Because they have similar effects (most importantly weight effects) to Metformin although they are more expensive
For DM-2 when do we decide to use Insulin?
When Metformin does not work by itself, in a 2 drug combo or a 3 drug combo. This is the most complex of insulin strategies.
What is the average age of onset/diagnosis for DM-1?
Childhood or puberty
What is the average age of onset/diagnosis for LADA?
Adults
What is the average age of onset/diagnosis for DM-2?
Commonly >35 years of age
What is the average age of onset/diagnosis for MODY?
20 - 60 years of age
What is the MOA of the Biguanide Metformin [Glucophage]?
Biguanide based; activates AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) which in turn suppresses hepatic gluconeogenesis & intestinal glucose absorption; increases insulin sensitivity
Essentially is helps cells respond better to insulin
What are the common adverse effects of Metformin?
Headache, metallic taste, rash
What are the serious adverse effects of Metformin?
Lactic Acidosis (CO in bloodstream = toxic), Megaloblastic anemia (reduced oxygen transport to eye)
What are the main drug interactions of all Diabetes drugs?
Fish Oils, Decongestants, Steroids - antagonistic (increase blood sugar)
Flaxseed Oil - Additive
Beta-Blockers - Mask Hypoglycemia
NSAIDs - prolonged effect
Which drugs when taken with Metformin cause induced lactic acidosis?
Aminoglycosides, amphotericin, ganciclovir, acyclovir due to nephrotoxicity
What is the MOA of the Sulfonylurea Glipizide [Glucotrol]?
It is a Sulfonylurea which stimulates pancreatic islet beta cell insulin release through a Ca++ dependent pathway
What are the common adverse effects of Glipizide?
headache, photosensitivity, hypoglycemia
What are the serious adverse effects of Glipizide?
Death due to cardiovascular complications
What is the MOA of Thiazolidinedione/TZD/Glitazone Pioglitazone [Actos]?
Insulin sensitizer selectivity stimulates nuclear receptor PPAR which increases insulin sensitivity in the liver, skeletal muscle and adipose tissue
What are some additional effects that can happen when messing with the PPAR pathway?
Increasing sensitization of insulin, creation of ROS, and creation of substances integral in inflammation
What are the common adverse effects of Pioglitazones?
Fluid retention, weight gain (due to pulling lipids out of the bloodstream), headache, sinusitis, pharyngitis, dyspnea
What are the serious adverse effects of Pioglitazone?
Diabetic macular edema (due to fluid retention), bladder cancer (lawsuits)
What is the MOA of the DDP-4 Inhibitor Sitagliptin [Januvia]?
Inhibits DDP-4, slowing incretin (GI hormone secreted while eating) breakdown, insulin synthesis/release, decreasing glucagon levels
What are the common and adverse effects of Sitagliptin?
Common - headache
Serious - renal failure, SJS
What is the MOA of the SGLT-2 Inhibitor/Gliflozin Canaglifozin [Invokana]?
Inhibits sodium-glucose cotransporter 2, reducing glucose reabsorption & increasing urinary glucose secretion
The kidney eliminates sugar from the bloodstream resulting in more urination, thirst and dehydration
What are the common adverse effects of Canaglifozin?
Increased urination, thirst and dehydration
What are the serious adverse effects of Canaglifozin?
Orthostatic hypotension, fractures, bone density loss (loss of electrolytes like Ca due to increased urination)
What additive effect can Ophthalmic Beta Blockers have when taken with Canaglifozin?
Additive risk of hypotension
What is the MOA of the GLP-1 Agonist Dulaglutide [Trulicity]?
Activates glucagon-like-peptide-1 receptor on beta cells, increasing insulin secretion, decreasing glucagon secretion and delaying gastric emptying (incretin mimetic)
What are the common and serious adverse effects of Dulaglutide?
Common - tachycardia
Serious - hypersensitivity, thyroid carcinoma
What is the MOA of Insulin Glargine [Lantus, Youjeo]?
Slow release, micro-crystalized rDNA insulin analog for stable day long blood sugar regulation to be used in post-prandial combination with fast acting insulin
Insulin stimulates peripheral glucose uptake and inhibits gluconeogenesis, lipolysis and proteolysis
What are the common adverse effects of Insulin Glargine?
Hypoglycemia, local lipodystrophy, pruritus (due to crystals?), weight gain, edema
Should insulin be taken after its expiration?
No, it is one of the few drugs that is not recommended to be taken after its expiration date
What is the biggest caution to consider when taking Insulin Glargine?
Infection b/c it causes your body to go into fight or flight which dumps glucose into the bloodstream. If the pt has poor glucose regulation, they will have an augmented reaction to any infection
When Beta 2 is stimulated how does it affect the liver and kidneys?
Hepatic - causes glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis
Pancreatic - causes increased insulin released
When Alpha 2 is stimulated how does it affect the kidneys?
Decreased insulin release
What is the MOA of the Proton Pump Inhibitor Esomeprazole [Nexium]?
Irreversibly inhibits gastric parietal cell H+-K+-ATPase inhibiting gastric acid secretion
Histamine, ACh, PG’s and gastrin all cause activation of the the proton pump, esomeprazole blocks all of these
What are the common adverse effects of Esomemeprazole?
Headache, constipation or diarrhea, xerostomia, flatulence
What at the serious adverse effects of Esomeprazole?
SJS, TEN
What are the drug interactions to consider when prescribing Esomeprazole?
Impaired absorption of Azole Antifungals and Certain Antiviral Agents (take with acidic drink to enhance absorption)
Azole Antifungals - impaired metabolism
CAIs: exacerbation of hypomagnesemia
What is the MOA of the H2 Receptor Blocker Cimetidine [Tagamet]?
Selective antagonism of gastric parietal cell H2 receptors
What was the first H2 receptor blocker found?
Cimetidine
What are the common adverse effects of Cimetidine?
Headache, dizziness
What are the serious adverse effects of Cimetidine?
Food and drug allergies (GI not used to undigested food, similar to trying to breath water), blood dycrasias, psychosis, depression, reversible impotence, gynecomastia
What are the drug interactions to consider when prescribing Cimetidine?
Impaired absorption of azalea antifungals/certain antivirals
Impaired metabolism of caffeine (NSAID + Caffeine)
Impaired metabolism of cyclosporine
What are the common causes of Gatric/Peptic Ulcers?
Excessive hydrochloric acid secretion
Helicobacter pylori infection
NSAID toxicity
Inadequate mucosal defense against gastric acid
What is the cause of Gastric-Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
Excessive hydrochloric acid secretion
What is the MOA of the thyroid therapy Levothyroxine Sodium?
Synthetic T4 (tetra-iodothryonine)
What are the common adverse effects of Levothyroxine Sodium?
Basically it would induce hyperthyroidism
Weight loss, diaphoresis, headache, alopecia, hypertension, pseudo tumor cerebra in children (swelling of the optic nerve due to ICP), hallucination
What are the ocular adverse effects of Levothyroxine Sodium?
Myasthenia graves like symptoms - diplopia, ptosis, EOM paresis
What are the drug interactions to consider when prescribing Levothyroxine?
Sympathomimetics (phenylephrine) - additive
Sympatholytics - antagonistic
What is the MOA of the Menopausal Therapy Estrone [Menest]?
Binds to estrogen receptors, developing and maintaining female sex characteristics and reproductive systems
What are the common adverse effects of Estrone?
Headache, migraine, elevated BP, weight changes, fluid retention, contact lens intolerance (eyes to dry), vision changes.
What are the Black Box Warnings for Estrone?
Endometrial cancer, stroke, DVT, MI and Invasive Breast Cancer
What are the drug interactions to consider when prescribing Estrone?
Azole Antigungals - impaired metabolism
Adverse effects of steroids may be increased
Anti-hyperlipidemic effects of Omega-3FA’s may be antagonized
What are the contraindications of Estrone and Yaz?
Hypertension, Smoking, Migraine (with aura > without aura)
What is the MOA of the contraceptive drug Drospirenon/Ethinyl Estradiol [Yaz]?
Suppresses LH & FSH, inhibiting ovulation; alters cervical mucous and endometrium
What is the dosing schedule of Yaz?
It is monophasic meaning you take it as one constant dose throughout the entire cycle
What are the common adverse effects of Yaz?
Headache, weight changes, BP elevated, increased cholesterol, contact lens intolerance
What are the severe adverse effects of Yaz?
MI, stroke, ocular lesions
What are the Black Box warnings associated with Yaz?
Smoking and CV events
What are the drug interactions associated with Yaz?
Impaired metabolism of Cyclosporine
NSAIDs - additive hyperkalemia
Tetracyclines, penicillins, cephalosporins, macrolides, quinolones - decreased efficacy
Ascorbic acid - decreased metabolism
What are the MOA of the Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM) Tamoxifen [Soltamox]?
Binds to estrogen receptors, producing estrogenic and anti-estrogeni effects
What are the common adverse effects of Tamoxifen?
Dizziness, headache, VA changes
What are the severe adverse effects of Tamoxifen?
Thromboembolism, stroke, pancytopenia, retinopathy, cataracts
What are the drug interactions to consider when prescribing Tamoxifen?
May increase cyclosporine, systemic steroid, oxycodone levels
Chlorpheniramine, macrolides - inhibit hepatic production of active metabolites
What is the dosing for each indication for the osteoporosis drug Alendronate [Fosamax]?
Osteoporosis - 35 - 70mg awk
Paget’s Bone Disease - 40 mg qd x 6 months
What are the adverse effects of Alendronate?
Common - photosensitivity
Serious - angioedema, uveitis (risk in new users/women), scleritis
What are the drug interactions to consider when prescribing Alendronate?
NSAIDs - additive GI irritation
Describe the pathology and relative incidence of Osteoporosis.
Characterized by a reduction in bone density and structure, increasing the risk of fracture.
Commonly seen in post-menopausal women vs age-related senile causes; both effect females 2X more than males
Iatrogenic causes include steroids, some anti-epileptic agents, anticoagulants, PPI’s, thiazolidinediones and lithium
What are the most common cancers responsible for cancer-related deaths?
Males - 28% lung and bronchus, 10% prostate
Females - 26% lung and bronchus, 14% breast
What are the most common causes of newly diagnosed cancer cases?
Men - 28% prostate, 14% lung and bronchus
Female - 29% breast, 14% lung and bronchus
What are the indications of Methotrexate [Trexall]?
Rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, choriocarcinoma
What is the dosing schedule for Methotrexate?
RA, Psoriasis - 7.5 - 25mg PO qwk
Choriocarcinoma - 15 - 30 mg PO qd x 5d
What is the MOA of Methotrexate?
Acts on folic acid analogue, inhibits DHFR, thus preventing formation of FH4 (sulfas & trimethoprim follow this pathway)
Inhibits lymphocyte proliferation
Anti-inflammatory effects mediated by adenosine pathways
What are the common and severe adverse effects of Methotrexate?
Common - photosensitivity, pruritus, anemia, dizziness
Serious - nephrotoxicity
What are the Black Box warnings associated with Methotrexate?
Deaths reported; monitor bone marrow (reduction of immune cells opening up to infection), liver, lung & kidneys; opportunistic infections, potentially fatal myelosuppression w/ NSAIDs (two drugs put together put too much stress on the kidneys)
What are the drug interactions to consider when prescribing Methotrexate?
NSAIDs, Sulfa, Cipro, Penicillins - reduced renal elimination
Tetracyclines - elevated levels
Cyclosporine - reduced hepatic metabolism
Ganciclovir - additive myelosuppression
Systemic Corticosteroids - additive immunosuppression
Describe the underlying pathological process responsible for Emesis.
A protective mechanism that eliminates harmful substances from the GIT.
There are two brainstem sites: the chemoreceptor trigger zone (outside BBB), the emetic center (protected by BBB)
What kind of drugs will be anti-emetics?
Drugs that induce fight or flight like steroids, anticholinergics, antihistamines.
Benzodiazepines stimulate GABA creating an overall inhibitory effect making it a low anti-emetic
What is the emetic potential of Methotrexate?
Low
Why is Promethazine prescribed?
It is an antihistamine by design, used as an antipsychotic previously
Since antihistamines have anticholinergic effects it is an effective anti-emetic
Why is Ondanestrone prescribed?
Made specifically for X-ray & chemotherapy related N & V making it the most likely anti-emetic patients on chemo will be on
What is the MOA of the H1 Antagonist Promethazine [Phernergan]?
Non selective central and peripheral H1 antagonist
Some D2 antagonism exists
What is the MOA of the D2 Antagonist Chlorpromazine [Thorazine]?
Selective D2 Antagonist
What is the MOA of the 5-HT3 Antagonist Ondanestron [Zofran, Zuplenz]?
Selectively antagonizes 5-HT3 receptors
What are the common adverse effects of Promethazine?
Drowsiness, blurred vision, confusion, dermatitis, photosensitivity
What are the serious adverse effects of Promethazine?
Thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis
What are the Black Box Warnings associated with Promethazine?
Respiratory depression, severe tissue injury (gangrene)
What are the drug interactions commonly associated with Promethazine and Chlorpromazine?
Macrolide’s, Azoles, CAIs - prolonged Qt segment
Pilocarpine - antagonistic
Impaired metabolism of Beta-Blocker (liver)
Anticholinergics, sedating antihistaminic, olopatadine nasal - additive
Seizure risk w/ Omega-6FA (no explanation) > only for Promethazine
What does dosing look like for Chlorpromazine?
Takes 10 - 20 times more to treat psychosis which is why they look like zombies
What are the common adverse effects of Chlorpromazine?
Drowsiness, blurred vision, ocular pigmentation, photosensitivity
What other drugs do you see ocular pigmentation as a side effect in?
Prostaglandin Analogs
Phenylephrine (adenochrome deposits from phenylephrine)
What are the serious adverse effects of Chlorpromazine?
Blood dycrasias
What are the common adverse effects of Ondanestrone?
Headache, urinary retention, constipation
What are the serious adverse effects of Ondanestrone?
SJS, TEN, Serotonin Syndrome
What are the very unique ocular adverse effects of Ondanestrone?
Transient Blindness, Oculogyric Crisis (bilateral upward deviation)
What are the drug interactions considered when prescribing Ondanestrone?
Macrolide’s, steroids, opioids, fluoroquinolone - prolonged QT