Neuro: Drugs for Pain Flashcards
What does tissue damage initiate the release of?
Prostaglandins (PGE2),
Bradykinin,
Histamine
What causes secondary hyperalgesia?
Glutamate stimulation of spinal NMDA receptors
MOA of aspirin
irreversible inhibits COX-1 and COX-2
Clinical use for aspirin?
Immediate release as analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory
Extended-release: reduce stroke
Off label uses for aspirin?
Colon cancer, to prevent atherosclerosis
Adverse effects of aspirin?
ulcer and risks of bleeding
Increase serum creatinine
-loss off PG vasodilation of afferent arteriole
What is nociceptive pain?
perception of input from a nociceptor, which is a nerve fiber
What is neuropathic pain?
Abnormal neural activity secondary to disease, injury, or dysfunction of the nervous system
MOA of ibuprofen and naproxen
reversible inhibits COX-1 and COX-2
Black box warning in all NSAIDs
Increase risk of MI and stroke
Increase risk of bleeding
Who should avoid NSAIDs
Pregnant women (can lead to renal dysfunction and close ductus arteriosus)
CABG pts
Celecoxib MOA
selective reversible COX-2 inhibitor
Adverse effects of celecoxib?
Thrombotic events (from sketchy)
What conditions is aspirin especially useful for?
Chronic pain conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis
What should you do when prescribing nonasparin NSAIDs
use lowest possible dose for shortest time due to increase risk of MI and stroke
Does celecoxib increase risk of bleeds?
No, does not inhibit platelets
-does increase risk for thrombosis though
MOA of acetaminophen
TRPV1 and TRPA activation (possibly?)
Clinical applications of acetaminophen
temporary relief for aches and pains, and headache
-only for mild to moderate pains
Black box warning of acetaminophen?
Risk of medication errors and overdose–>hepatotoxicity with acute liver failure
Does acetaminophen suppress inflammation?
Nope, only pain and fever