Neurology Flashcards

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Q

If topiramate and propranolol have failed to offer migraine prophylaxis whats do the NICE guidelines recommend?

A

Acupuncture

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2
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What can be used for prophylaxis in Menstrual Migraines?

A

Triptans

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3
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In secondary prevention of a Stroke what is used first line?

A

Clopidogrel 75mg

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4
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What is used in the secondary prevention of a stroke if clopidogrel isn’t tolerated?

A

Aspirin + Dipyridamole

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5
Q

Status Epilepticus - Management in prehospital

A

PR or Buccal BDZ x2

Phenytoin infusion

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6
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Status Epilepticus - Management in Hospital

A

IV BDZ x2
Phenytoin or Phenybarbitol infusion
General Anaesthesia - after 45 minutes

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7
Q

First line management of trigeminal neuralgia

A

Carbamezapine

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8
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When should trigeminal neuralgia be referred on?

A

<50

Red flags - sensory loss, tumour nearby, etc

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9
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Which antibiotics should be used in care with a history of epilepsy?

A

Quinilones - reduce seizure threshold
Ciprofloxacin
Levofloxacin

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