MSRA: Prescribing Flashcards
1
Q
Which drugs can be used for neuropathic pain?
A
Pregabalin
Gabapentin
Duloxetine
Amitryptiline
2
Q
Which opioids are safe in renal impairment?
A
Buprenorphine
Alfentanil
Fentanyl
3
Q
Which drugs are used in agitation?
A
Oral Haloperidol
Subcut Midazolam if terminal phase
4
Q
Which drugs is used for intractable hiccups?
A
Chlorpromazine
5
Q
How do we convert oral Morphine to subcut Morphine?
A
Divide daily dose by 2
6
Q
How do we convert oral Codeine doses to oral Morphine doses?
A
Divide by 10
7
Q
How do we calculate the dose of opioid for breakthrough pain?
A
Total daily dose / by six