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OCULAR DRUGS (Anti-viral,Anti-fungal,Beta blockers in Glaucoma & Prostaglandin Analogs) Flashcards

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What is the route of administration for Trifluridine?

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Ophthalmic (1% solution)

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What is the mechanism of action of Trifluridine?

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Fluoro-pyrimidine nucleoside analog

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What is Trifluridine the drug of choice for?

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Keratoconjunctivitis due to HSV-1 or HSV-2

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What limits Trifluridine’s use?

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Limited because of topical administration

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What is the oral bioavailability of Acyclovir?

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20-23%

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What is the primary route of excretion for Acyclovir?

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Majority excreted unchanged in urine (75%)

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What are the mechanisms of resistance for Acyclovir?

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Alteration in viral thymidine kinase and DNA polymerase

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What are the clinical uses of oral Acyclovir?

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First episode genital herpes, recurrent genital herpes, genital herpes suppression in the HIV-infected host, herpes zoster, varicella (age > 2 years)

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What are the adverse effects of IV Acyclovir?

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Renal insufficiency, CNS toxicity (delirium, confusion), hypersensitivity

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What differentiates Valacyclovir from Acyclovir in pharmacokinetics?

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Higher bioavailability (~70%) and peak serum acyclovir levels 5-6 times higher with PO valacyclovir

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What is the bioavailability of Famciclovir?

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~75%

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How is Famciclovir converted to its active form?

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Rapidly converted to penciclovir by deacetylation of the side chain and oxidation of the prior ring

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What are the adverse effects of Famciclovir?

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Headache, diarrhea, nausea, rash, neuropathies, hallucinations, or confusional states

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What is the mechanism of action of Foscarnet?

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Directly inhibits viral DNA and RNA polymerases by interacting with the pyrophosphate binding site

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What are the clinical uses of Foscarnet?

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CMV retinitis, colitis, esophagitis in immunocompromised patients, acyclovir-resistant HSV infections

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What are the major toxicities associated with Foscarnet?

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Renal insufficiency, hypokalemia, hypophosphatemia, CNS toxicity, electrolyte imbalance

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What is the mechanism of action of Ganciclovir?

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Inhibits DNA polymerase of CMV and HSV via phosphorylation by viral thymidine kinase

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What are the clinical uses of Ganciclovir?

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CMV colitis or esophagitis in HIV patients, CMV retinitis

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What is a major side effect of systemic Ganciclovir treatment?

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Myelosuppression

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What is the prodrug of Ganciclovir?

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Valganciclovir

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What are the clinical uses of Valganciclovir?

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Treatment of CMV infections in immunocompromised patients, CMV retinitis, CMV prophylaxis in transplant patients

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What is the mechanism of action of Cidofovir?

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Inhibits viral DNA synthesis by slowing and terminating chain elongation; competitive inhibitor with respect to dCTP

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What is the primary clinical use of Cidofovir?

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Treatment of CMV infections in immunocompromised patients

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What is a significant adverse effect of Cidofovir?

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Nephrotoxicity

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What are the administration routes for Amphotericin B?

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Ophthalmic (0.3-0.5% solution), IV (0.5-1 mg/kg), topical, subcutaneous, intrathecal, intralesional injection

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How is Amphotericin B excreted?

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Renal excretion (4%) and biliary excretion

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What is the mechanism of action of Amphotericin B?

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Binds to ergosterol in fungal cell membranes, forming cytotoxic ‘leaky pores,’ causing loss of intracellular contents

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What is the resistance mechanism of Amphotericin B?

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Decreased permeability or modification of ergosterol concentration at the sterol binding site

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What is the spectrum of activity of Amphotericin B?

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Candida spp, Cryptococcus neoformans, Aspergillus spp, Histoplasma capsulatum, Blastomyces dermatitidis, Coccidioides immitis, systemic infections, fungal meningitis

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What are the major side effects of Amphotericin B?

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Nephrotoxicity, infusion reactions, anemia, and electrolyte imbalances (hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia)

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What is the route of administration for Natamycin?

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5% topical suspension

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What is the mechanism of action of Natamycin?

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Inhibits fungal growth by binding to ergosterol, preventing membrane formation and function

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What are the clinical uses of Natamycin?

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Yeast and fungal keratitis, conjunctivitis

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What is the bioavailability of Fluconazole?

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High bioavailability

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How is Fluconazole excreted?

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Unchanged in urine

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What is the mechanism of action of Fluconazole?

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Inhibits fungal P450-dependent enzymes, blocking ergosterol synthesis

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What are the primary clinical uses of Fluconazole?

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Oropharyngeal candidiasis, esophageal candidiasis, vaginal candidiasis, cryptococcal meningitis

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What is the resistance mechanism of Fluconazole?

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Can occur with long-term use, especially with prophylactic use

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What are the adverse effects of Fluconazole?

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Nausea, headache, abdominal pain, and elevated liver enzymes

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How does Itraconazole absorption improve?

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Improved with food due to decreased gastric pH

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Does Itraconazole cross the BBB?

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No, CSF: serum concentration ratio is <0.01

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What is the mechanism of action of Itraconazole?

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Inhibits fungal P450-dependent enzymes, blocking ergosterol synthesis

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What are the clinical uses of Itraconazole?

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Dermatophytoses, endemic mycoses (Histoplasma, Blastomyces, Sporothrix), aspergillosis, and yeast keratitis

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What are the side effects of Itraconazole?

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GI upset, hepatotoxicity, and risk of drug interactions (CYP3A4 inhibitor)

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How is Ketoconazole excreted?

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Parent drug and metabolites excreted in feces and urine

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Does Ketoconazole cross the BBB?

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No, CSF: serum concentration ratio is <0.1

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What is the mechanism of action of Ketoconazole?

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Inhibits fungal P450-dependent enzymes, blocking ergosterol synthesis

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What are the clinical uses of Ketoconazole?

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Non-meningeal cryptococcosis, mucocutaneous candidiasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and pityriasis versicolor

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What are the adverse effects of Ketoconazole?

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Hepatotoxicity, nausea, and inhibition of steroid synthesis

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What are the routes of administration for Miconazole?

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Topical (2% solution or ointment), intravaginal suppository (20 mg/g), IV injection

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What is the mechanism of action of Miconazole?

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Inhibits fungal ergosterol synthesis

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What are the clinical uses of Miconazole?

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Vulvovaginal candidiasis, dermatophytic infections (tinea cruris, tinea pedis), yeast keratitis

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What are the side effects of Miconazole?

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Rare but may include local irritation or hypersensitivity

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What is the clinical use of Timolol?

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Treatment of glaucoma and ocular hypertension

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What are the side effects of Timolol?

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Localized irritation and burning, CNS effects (lethargy, lightheadedness, fatigue, memory loss), CV effects (bradycardia, hypotension, syncope, arrhythmias, bronchoconstriction, pulmonary edema, CHF, and death)

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What makes Levobunolol different from Timolol?

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It is less expensive than Timolol

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What are the side effects of Levobunolol?

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Localized irritation and burning, CNS effects (lethargy, lightheadedness, fatigue, memory loss), CV effects (bradycardia, hypotension, syncope, arrhythmias, bronchoconstriction, pulmonary edema, CHF, and death)

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What is a key benefit of Betaxolol compared to other beta blockers?

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Useful in patients with CHF, asthma, or conditions where β1 blockade is contraindicated due to cardioselectivity

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What are the clinical uses of Carteolol and Metipranolol?

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Treatment of ocular hypertension and glaucoma

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What are the side effects of Carteolol and Metipranolol?

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Localized irritation and burning, CNS effects (lethargy, lightheadedness, fatigue, memory loss), CV effects (bradycardia, hypotension, syncope, arrhythmias, bronchoconstriction, pulmonary edema, CHF, and death)

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What is the mechanism of action of Latanoprost?

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Increases uveoscleral aqueous outflow as an ester prodrug of PGF2α

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What are the clinical uses of Latanoprost?

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Treatment of open-angle glaucoma

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What are the side effects of Latanoprost?

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Burning, stinging, conjunctival hyperemia, foreign body sensation, blurred vision, and increased pigmentation of the iris (especially in green-brown, yellow-brown, and blue-gray-brown eyes after prolonged use)

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What is the half-life of Latanoprost?

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17 minutes

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What is the mechanism of action of Bimatoprost?

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Increases uveoscleral aqueous outflow as a prostaglandin analog

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What are the clinical uses of Bimatoprost?

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Treatment of open-angle glaucoma

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What are the side effects of Bimatoprost?

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Burning, stinging, conjunctival hyperemia, foreign body sensation, and blurred vision

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What is the onset of action for Travoprost?

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What is the mechanism of action of Travoprost?

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Increases uveoscleral aqueous outflow as a prostaglandin analog

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What are the side effects of Travoprost?

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Burning, stinging, conjunctival hyperemia, foreign body sensation, and blurred vision

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What is the onset of action for Unoprostone?

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30 minutes

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What is the mechanism of action of Unoprostone?

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Increases uveoscleral aqueous outflow as a docosanoid compound related to a PGF2α metabolite

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What are the side effects of Unoprostone?

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Burning, stinging, conjunctival hyperemia, foreign body sensation, and blurred vision

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What is the duration of action for Latanoprost, Bimatoprost, and Travoprost?

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What is the clinical use of Unoprostone?

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Treatment of open-angle glaucoma

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