NSAIDs Flashcards
NSAIDs classification
Non-selective for COX1/2
- irreversible: Aspirin - Reversible: Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Diclofenac, indomethacin, Ketorolac
Selective COX2
-Celecoxib, Meloxicam
MgCholineSalicylates
NSAIDs are highly bound to protein..?
Albumin
Functions of NSAIDs
Anti-Pyretic actions—-| PGE2— reset Temperature
Analgesic effects——-| COX2 —-| PG——| pain
Anti-inflammatory actions ——-| COX2
What drugs are used for Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) ?
Ibuprofen
Indomethacin
SEs of NSAIDs
GIT disturbances
Cardiovascular effect (COX2 produce PC a VD)
Renal Insufficiency/Nephropathy
Edema
Hypersensitivity skin reactions.
Bronchospasm (with aspirin)
What NSAID has a decreased risk of GI ulceration
Diclofenac [Voltaren]
What NSAID decrease the proliferation of T and B cells
Indomethacin
NSAID with no anti-inflammatory activity but very potent analgesic
Ketorolac
Management of Acetaminophen toxicity
Activated charcoal
N-Acetylcysteine