Nutrition and Blood- MoA Flashcards
1
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Calcitonin
A
Inhibits mobilisation of calcium from bones
2
Q
Bisphosphonates
A
Drives osteoclast apoptosis
Inhibits osteoclast function and bone resorption
3
Q
Drugs for hypocalcaemia
A
Restoration of calcium levels and metabolism
4
Q
Vitamin D (cholecalciferol, calcitriol (1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D))
A
Restoration of vitamin D levels
5
Q
Raloxifene
A
Stimulation of oestrogen function in bone
6
Q
Denusomab
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Inhibition of osteoclast function and bone resorption
7
Q
Ferrous Sulphate
A
Iron provision
8
Q
Folic acid
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Supports nucleic acid synthesis
9
Q
Hydroxocobalamin (parenteral) Vitamin B12 (parenteral)
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Vitamin B12- Enzyme co-factor