Meds

Question 1

Pentamidine

Answer 1

Pentamidine (NuboPent, Pentam) is an anti-fungal and anti-parasitic. It can cause fatal HYPOGLYCEMIA.

Question 2

Prednisone

Answer 2

Prednisone (Deltasone) is a synthetic corticosteroid. Weakens immune responses. Do not stop abruptly. May cause hyperglycemia. May cause GI bleed. Pts on prednisone should not receive live vaccines

Question 3

Interferon Alfa 2a

Answer 3

Interferon Alfa 2a (Roferon-A) is used to treat Hep C. Flu-like symptoms common. N/V adverse effects.

Question 4

Atenolol (Tenormin)

Answer 4

Beta blocker; may mask symptoms of hypoglycemia

Question 5

Filgrastim

Answer 5

Neupogen

Stimulates WBC production

Question 6

Valsartan, losarartan

Answer 6

ARBs, blood pressure meds

Question 7

Metoclopramide

Answer 7

Reglan, treats GERD and delayed gastric emptying. May cause extra pyramidal side effects: excess eye blinking, cheeks puffed out, lip smacking, frowning, protruding tongue, twisted neck; tardive dyskinesia

Question 8

Isotretinoin

Answer 8

Accutane; treats acne. Makes birth control ineffective, must use condoms. Derived from vitamin A so don’t take extra vitamin A supplements. Teratogenic. Side effects include Steven Johnson syndrome and suicide risk.

Question 9

Adalimumab; infliximab, entanercept

Answer 9

Humira, Enbrel, Remicade

tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors; used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Causes immunosuppression.

Question 10

Ciproflaxicin

Answer 10

Antibiotic; may cause tendinitis which may lead to tendon rupture. Notify Doctor of pain in icheles tendon

Question 11

Phenytoin

Answer 11

Therapeutic level 10-20