Pharmacology 1 Flashcards
Prostatitis?
is an inflamed or infected prostate glans
What is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
is a condition in which noncancerous cells in the prostate grow and increase the size of the prostate gland.
As the gland grows, it begins to obstruct the flow of urine through the urethra
when does BPH increase?
with age
what is a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test?
may be performed to determine whether levels of psa protein are elevated.
A higher than normal level is a sign of BPH, infection, inflammation or prostate cancer.
What does free PSA mean?
the percentage of PSA that is not attached to another chemical)
Free PSA is linked to BPH but not cancer
What is the first symptom of enlarged prostate gland?
is a weak or slow stream of urine
what are the two drugs administered to manage symtoms?
alpha blockers
5alpha-reductase inhibitors
when is pharmacotherapy for BPH initiated?
when symptoms are uncomfortable enough to warrant treatment
how does alpha1-adrenergic antagonists work to manage symtoms of prostatitis?
relax prostate bladder smooth muscle which reduces urethral resistance and improves the flow of urine
dosed once daily
urine flow rates are improved within 2 weeks of therapy
Doxazosin brand name?
Cardura
Terazosin brand name?
Hytrin
Tamsulosin brand name?
Flomax CR
MOA of 5alpha-reductase inhibitors?
reduce testosterone levels
what drugs are 5alpha-reductase inhibitors?
Finasteride and Dutasteride
when are 5alpha-reductase inhibitors contradicated?
pregnacy women and women of childbearing age should be advised to avoid contact with briken or crushed tablets.
What can Finasteride also treat?
male pattern bladness
Dustasteride brand name?
Avodart
Finasteride brand name?
(Proscar (BPH))
Propecia brand name?
Baldness
what is erectile dysfunction?
is defined as the total inability to achieve erection, an inconsistent ability to achieve erection or difficutly maintaining erection long enough to sustain sexual intercourse.
ED may cause other problems such as?
physiological, psychological, neurologic or endocrinologic causes
does diabetes affect erectile function?
yes can cause vascular and nerve changes
what drugs are used to treat ed?
Phosphodiesterase inhibitors
prostaglandin E analogues
what is the most commone drug for ED?
Phosphodiesterase inhibitors
when are phosphodiesterase inhibitors taken?
prior to intercourse to produce an erection
Sildenafil and tadalafil are taken 30 mins
Vardenafil are taken 60 mins
what is contraindicated when taking phosphodiestrase inhibitors?
-nitorglycerin and nitrates because it causes life-threatening drop in blood pressure
-concurrent use of alpha-adrenergic antagonists used for treatment of BPH reqiures caution and is recommended that they should not be taken within 4 hours of phosphodiestrase inhibitors
-avoid concurrent administration of phosphodiestrase inhibitors with antifungals, cimetidine, grapefruit juice and macrolide
-coadministration of SSRIs and MAOIs
Sildenafil brand name?
Viagra
Tadalafil brand name?
Cialis
Vardenafil brand name?
Levitra
Drugs of phosphodiesterase inhibitors?
-Sildenafil
-tadalafil
-vardenafil
MOA of prostaglandins?
prostaglandin mediates the relaxation of penile smooth muscle
The drug of choice of prostaglandins is?
Alprostadil
what is the worst adverse reaction of both dosage forms of prostaglandins?
produce prolonged erection (lasting > 4 hours)