Pharm 3 Final exam Flashcards
Hydrocortisone
Corticosteroid, tx primary adrenocortical insufficiency (Addisons). Also 2ary 3ary, Identical to cortisone
Indomethacin
(NSAID)Acetic Acid derivatives, Lower therapeutic index :(
Ketorolac (Acular, Acuvail, Toradol)
(NSAID)Heteroaryl Acetic Acids.- approved for long-term use. Ophthalmically available
Metoclopramide (Reglan)
Blocks DA receptor to prevent chemo nausea. AE: sedation, diarrhea, extrapyramidal symptoms
Etodolac
(NSAID)Acetic Acid derivatives, Lower therapeutic index :(
Droperidol
Blocks DA receptors. Tx chemo nausea
Norethindrone
Progestogens. Daily Progestin-only pill for contraceptive. MORE STABLE to first pass metabolism. can cause acne, HA, depression, weightgain. Tx hormonal deficiency, contraception (in combination),
Formoterol
Beta 2 agonist, longer acting (12+ hours), slow onset. No anti-inflammatory effect
Flutamide
Antiandrogens Tx prostatic carcinoma
Glyburide
Sulfonylurea. Stimulates beta cells to make insulin by closing K channels to cause depolarization. First-line therapy, esp for non-overweight pts. CI: alcoholism can induce hypoglycemia. AE: weight gain
Fludrocortisone
Mineralcorticoid, tx primary adrenocortical insufficiency
Glipizide
Sulfonylurea. Stimulates beta cells to make insulin by closing K channels to cause depolarization. First-line therapy, esp for non-overweight pts. CI: alcoholism can induce hypoglycemia. AE: weight gain
Haloperidol (Haldol)
Blocks DA receptors. Tx chemo nausea
vasopressin / ADH
Posterior pituitary, not oral, tx diabetes insipidus
Dextromethorphan
Morphine derivative. Tx cough, low addictive profile (but still possible), equally effective like codeine
Repaglinide
Meglitinide, Stimulates beta cells to make insulin. 3 hour duration. Good for irregular meals. AE: weight gain
Budesonide
Inhaled corticosteroid, reduces inflammation. Tx asthma, allergies. Can be discontinued in 1-2 weeks. Few systemic effects if “spacer” is used (so all drug goes to lungs). AE: lower immunity can cause candidiasis
Sulindac
(NSAID)Acetic Acid derivatives, Lower therapeutic index :(
Aprepitant
Substance P blocker. Tx chemo nausea. Targets neurokinin receptor in brain
Psyllium (Metamucil)
Bulk laxative. Water retetion increases GI movement
Propylthiouracil
Inhibits thyroid hormone synthesis, tx hyperthyroidism, short half life
Sodium bicarbonate
Antacid. Tx peptic ulcer symptoms. AE systemic alkalosis
Medroxyprogesterone
Progestogens. INJECTIBLE. MORE STABLE to first pass metabolism. can cause acne, HA, depression, weightgain. Tx hormonal deficiency, contraception (in combination),
Prednisone
Corticosteroid
Diclofenac (Voltaren)
(NSAID)Heteroaryl Acetic Acids.- approved for long-term use. Ophthalmically available
Methylcellulose (Citrucel)
Bulk laxative. Water retetion increases GI movement
Meloxicam
(NSAID)Oxicam Derivatives - long half lives.COX 2 selective at low doses
Latanoprost (Xalatan)
PFG analog. Binds to Prostaglandin FP receptor to increase uveoscleral outflow. Increase iris pigmentation, eyelashes, and normally causes redeye
gold salts
DMARD. Suppresses phagocytosis of macrophages, delayed effect, has serious AE
Rabeprazole
Proton pump inhibitor, prodrug gets intestinally abosrbed to inhbit H+ efflux from parietal cells. Tx erosive esophagitis, duodenal ulcer, GERD (take before breakfast). H2 blockers (-tidine) hinder PPIs
Norelgestromin
Progestogens. can cause acne, HA, depression, weightgain. Tx hormonal deficiency, contraception (in combination),
Aluminum hydroxide
Antacid and antidiarrheal. Absorbs toxins, coats intestinal mucosa.
ALSO bulk laxative (simlar laxative ability as bran, seeds, methylcellulose)
Drospirenone With ethinyl estradiol (YAZ)
Progestogens, can cause acne, HA, depression, weightgain. Tx hormonal deficiency, contraception (in combination),
Flunisolide
Inhaled corticosteroid, reduces inflammation. Tx asthma, allergies. Can be discontinued in 1-2 weeks. Few systemic effects if “spacer” is used (so all drug goes to lungs). AE: lower immunity can cause candidiasis
Lansoprazole (Prevacid)
Proton pump inhibitor, prodrug gets intestinally abosrbed to inhbit H+ efflux from parietal cells. Tx erosive esophagitis, duodenal ulcer, GERD (take before breakfast). H2 blockers (-tidine) hinder PPIs
Amoxicillin
Aminopenicillin, beta-lactam abx, prevents elongation of peptioglycans. Part of triple therapy against H. Pylori peptic ulcers.
Acarbose
α-Glucosidase Inhibitors(for DB) to prevent upper GI carb digestion to decrease postprandial release of glucose. Taken just before meals. AE: flatulence, GI problems (avoid if have IBD)
What drugs can increase iris pigmentation and increased eyelashes?
Latanoprost Travaprost Bimatoprost
Lactulose
Osmotic laxative holds water
Ciclesonide
Inhaled corticosteroid, reduces inflammation. Tx asthma, allergies. Can be discontinued in 1-2 weeks. Few systemic effects if “spacer” is used (so all drug goes to lungs). AE: lower immunity can cause candidiasis
Ketoprofen
(NSAID) Propionic acid derivative, reversibly inactivates cyclooxygenase
Zafirlukast
Leukotriene antagonist. Blocks effects of leuk. Tx asthma
Clarithromycin
Part of triple therapy against H. Pylori peptic ulcers.
Methimazole
Inhibits thyroid hormone synthesis, tx hyperthyroidism, short half life
Magnesium citrate
Osmotic laxative holds water
Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
H1 blocker. AE: Sedation and anticholinergic effects (dry eyes, mouth, constipation). Tx motion sickness
Indacaterol
Beta 2 agonist, longer acting (12+ hours), slow onset. No anti-inflammatory effect
Metronidazole
Part of triple or quadruple therapy against H. Pylori peptic ulcers.
Methylcellulose (Citrucel)
Bulk laxative increases water retention in GI tract
Leflunomide
DMARD.Decreases pyrimidine synthesis in lymphocytes. Ci pregnancy
Guaifenesin
Unknown MOA. Cough expectorant (bonus: reduces cough)
Which corticosteroid is preferred in pregnancy?
Prednisolone
What is the precursor of prostaglandins?
Arachidonic acid
Adalimumab
TNF Inhibitor. Tx rheumatoid arthritis. Can be combined with DMARD.Subcutaneous/ IV administration. Increased risk of infection/ lymphoma or other cancers.
Empagliflozin
Na-Glu Cotransporter 2 inhibitor. Helps higher urination of glucose. AE: UTIs, urinary frequency, hypotension
Dutasteride
Antiandrogens Tx BPH
Bimatoprost (Lumigan, Latisse)
Prostaglandin analog. Binds to Prostaglandin FP receptor to increase uveoscleral outflow. Increase iris pigmentation, eyelashes, and normally causes redeye
Rosiglitazone
Thiazolidinedione. Improves whole-body insulin sensitivity. Combination with insulin can increase heart failure risk.
Fluticasone (Flovent)
Inhaled corticosteroid, reduces inflammation. Tx asthma, allergies. Can be discontinued in 1-2 weeks. Few systemic effects if “spacer” is used (so all drug goes to lungs). AE: lower immunity can cause candidiasis
What’s a common treatment for COPD?
-tropium (muscarnic blocker) and -erol (beta 2 agonist)
Why taper steroids?
So the low ACTH leves can gradually increase and return to normal
Oxaprozin
(NSAID) Propionic acid derivative, reversibly inactivates cyclooxygenase
Oral contracepts vs Hormone therapy levels?
Dose is less in HT than contraception
Esomeprazole (Nexium)
Proton pump inhibitor, prodrug gets intestinally abosrbed to inhbit H+ efflux from parietal cells. Tx erosive esophagitis, duodenal ulcer, GERD (take before breakfast). H2 blockers (-tidine) hinder PPIs
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
SUBSTITIUTE for nsaid. Prostaglandin synthesis inhibitor in CNS. Weak anti-inflammatory, does not affect platelet function. Tx viral infections in children. Hepatic necrosis at high doses
Diphenoxylate + atropine
Opioid-like effect on GI to slow GI tract. Tx Diarrhea
liothyronine
T3 substitute in hypothyroidism (long half-life)
thyroid stimulating hormone
Made by anterior pituitary, causes uptake of iodine and T4 T3 synthesis. Inducing P450 system accelarates metablism of thyroid hormones
Senna
Stimulant laxative
human menopausal gonadotropin
Gonadotropin, treat infertility
Certolizumab
TNF Inhibitor. Tx rheumatoid arthritis. Can be combined with DMARD.Subcutaneous/ IV administration. Increased risk of infection/ lymphoma or other cancers.
Metformin
- increases liver sensitivity to insulin, inc skeletal muscle glucose uptake, renal cleared, dec hepatic glucose production. Avoid with alcohol abuse. Common GI distress
- drug of choice for newly diagnosed type 2DB
What drug is the “morning-after pill”?
High dose estrogen plus progestin
Omalizumab
Binds to IgE, tx asthma. Costly
Illoprost
Prostacyclin analog to increase cAMP, given via inhilation
pred forte
Corticosteroid
Exenatide
Glucagon-Like Polypeptide-1 Agonists. Helps suppress glucagon and enhances glucose-mediated insulin secretion. Injection only
Cromolyn
Mast cell stabilizer. Tx asthma, allergies. Prevention, not intervention for both diseases! Needs frequent dosing
Ranitidine (Zantac)
H2 blocker to reduce gastric acid secretion. Tx Peptic ulcers, Acute stress ulcers (tolerance may develop), GERD (slow onset). Crosses placenta. UNIQUE: Longer acting, similar to Famotidine, more potant
What can be used orally for prostate cancer?
Bicalutamideand Nilutamide (Flutamine not oral)