Multiple Sclerosis Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 types of Multiple Sclerosis
A
- Relapsing
- Progressive
- Both
2
Q
What does Active Multiple Sclerosis mean
A
2 relapses in the past 2 years despite treatment with interferon beta
3
Q
How to treat spasticity of multiple sclerosis
A
- Baclofen
- Diazepam
- Tizanidine
- Dantrolene
4
Q
How to treat relapses of multiple sclerosis
A
Methylprednisolone
5
Q
How to treat Oscillpsia of multiple sclerosis (object vibrate)
A
Gabapentin
6
Q
How to treat mood altercations of multiple sclerosis
A
Amitriptyline
7
Q
How to treat fatigue of multiple sclerosis
A
- Amantadine
- Famprodine
8
Q
How to administer Baclofen doses
A
Increase dose slowly
(to avoid major side effects)
9
Q
What are side effects of Baclofen
A
- Sedation
- Hypotension
