Pharmacology of Gout Flashcards
1
Q
Which drugs treat acute symptoms of gout?
A
- Colchicine
- NSAIDs
- Prednisone
2
Q
What is the MOA of colchicine?
A
Binds to tubulin to prevent its polymerization into microtubules; Leukocyte migration and phagocytosis are inhibited.
3
Q
Side effects of Colchicine
A
Diarrhea, nausea
4
Q
Side effects of prednisone
A
fluid retention
5
Q
What is the most frequent side effect of Xanathine Oxidase inhibitors?
A
Rash; Allopurinol and Febuxostat
6
Q
What is the MOA of Probenecid?
A
Inhibits the reabsorption of uric acid via URAT 1