Pharmacology Disorders Flashcards
Action uses:
Epilepsy
Also used for cardiac arrhythmias
Some maybe used for migraines and bipolar disorders
Do not use in pregnancy
Side effects: nystagmus, ataxia, gingival hyperplasia, sedation, hepatotoxicity, may increase suicidal thoughts
Which agents?
Anti seizure agents / phenytoin - dilantin, valproic acid-depakote /
CNS stimulants has
- Amphetamines
- Attention deficit medication / methylphenidate /
- Methylxanthines / caffeine /
Amphetamines action uses
ADHD, narcolepsy, obesity
Suffix: -tamines
Amphetamines
Dextroamphetamines
Lisdexamfetamine
Methamphetamine
/CNS stimulants /
Amphetamines side effects
Tolerance, physical dependence, CNS stimulation, insomnia, cardiovascular effects, weight loss
Attention deficit medications
Methylphenidate*
Ritalin
Metadate
Concerta
Daytrana
Insomnia, reduced appetite, weight loss, palpitations, hypertension, angina dysrhythmias, psychosis side effects for which medications occur?
Attention deficit medication
Methylxanthines / caffeine / used for
Promoting wakefulness
Side effects: dysrhythmias, insomnia, tremors, diuretics
NMDA receptor antagonist
*Alzheimer disease, dementia
Side effects: increased blood pressure, dizziness, headache
Suffix: -epam, olam
Diazepam
Alprazolam
* Sedative drugs and CNS depressants / sleep medication /
Belzodiazipines BZD
- Alprazolam / Xanax /
Benzodiazipines used for
Anxiety, insomnia, seizure disorder
Side effects: anterograde amnesia, sleep driving
Benzodiazipines like drugs used for insomnia ?
BARBITURATES - prototype medication?
*Phenobarbital
Side effects: respiratory depression
BARBITURATES - prototype medication?
*Phenobarbital
Side effects: respiratory depression
Biphosphonates - prototype?
Used for what ?
Alendronate*
Osteoporosis and Paget’s disease
Muscle relaxant medications
Metaxalone / skelaxin /
