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What are the actions of Sedative-Hypnotics? (Barbiturates)

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Causes a dose-dependent depression of the Central Nervous System fucntion. Induces sedation, sleep and unconsciousness with increasing dose.

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What are the actions of long acting barbiturates?

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  1. Anticonvulsant properties
  2. Depress the sensory cortex
  3. Decrease motor activity
  4. Alter Cerebellar Function
  5. Produce sedation and hypnosis
  6. Respiratory Depression
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What are some uses of Barbiturates?

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  1. Sedation

2. Management of Seizures

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What are some contraindications of barbiturates?

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  1. Hypersensitivity
  2. Marked hepatic impairment
  3. Dypsnea or Airway obstruction
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What are some examples of barbiturates?

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  1. Phenobarbital
  2. Temazepam
  3. Restoril
  4. Zolpidem or Ambien
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What are the different classes of psychotherapeutics?

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  1. Sedatives and Hypnotics
  2. Antianxiety Drugs
  3. Antidepressants
  4. Antipsychotics
  5. Central Nervous Stimulants
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How are antianxiety drugs divided?

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  1. Benzodiazepines

2. Non-Benzodiazepines

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How do Benzodiazepines effect the body?

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Cause generalized CNS depression

With long term use, may produce tolerance and potential for psychological or physical dependence

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Which receptors do Benzo’s effect?

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Bind to specific benzodiazepoine receptors in the GABA receptor complex

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How do Non-Benzo’s effect the body?

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Act on brain’s dopamine and serotonin receptors

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What are antianxiety drugs used for?

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Management of various forms of anxiety

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What are the contraindications for for Antianxiety drugs?

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  1. Not for use by patients with pre-existing CNS depression
  2. Acute Narrow Glaucoma
  3. Pregnancy class D (Not recommended for use during pregnancy)
  4. Do not take with alcohol
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What are examples of Benzos?

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Alprazolam
Diazepam
Lorazepam

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What are examples of non-benzos?

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Buspirone hydorchloride
hydroxyzine
Sertraline (SSRI)

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What are the actions of TCA antidepressants?

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Increase levels of norepinephrine and serotonin by inhibiting their reuptake, and block the actoin of acetylcholine

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What are the actions of MAOI antidepressants?

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Inhibits the activity of Monoamine oxidase resulting in increased endogenous neurohormones

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What are the actions of SSRI antidepressants?

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Increase serotonin by inhibiting neuronal uptake to CNS

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What is a TCA?

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Tricyclic Antidepressants

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What are MAOI’s?

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Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors

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What are SSRI’s?

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Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

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What are SNRI’s?

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Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors

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What are antidepressants used for?

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  1. Anxiety
  2. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  3. Smoking Cessation
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What are the contraindications of TCA Antidepressants?

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  1. Coadministration with or within 14 dayts of MAOI’s

2. Acute Recovery Phase following myocardial infarction

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What are the contraindications of MAOI Antidepressants?

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Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA Disease)
Hypertension
Congestive Heart Failure
Elderly

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What are the contraindications of SSRI Antidepressants?

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Fluoxetine is less effectice in patients who smoke

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What herbal remedy shouldn’t be taken with Antidepressants?

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St John’s Wort

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What are examples of Antidepressants?

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  1. MAOI: Nardil
  2. SRI: Trazodone
  3. SNRI: Venlafaxine and Duloxetine
  4. SSRI: Citalopram, Fluoxetine, Sertraline, Paroxetine
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What are the actions of antipsychotics?

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Block dopamine receptors in the brain

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What are the uses of Antipsychotics?

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Treatment of acute and chronic psychoses

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What are the contraindications of Antipsychotics?

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Not recommended in severly depressed patients

Hypotension

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What are examples of Antipsychotics?

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Haloperidol
Prochlorperazine
Quetiapine
Olanzapine

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What action do Central Nervous Stiumlants (CNS) have on the body?

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Produce CNS stimulation by increasing levels of neurotransmitters in the CNS

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What are CNS drugs used for?

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Treatment of Narcolepsy and as adjunctive treatment in the management of ADHD

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What are the contraindications of CNS Stimulants?

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Moderate to Severe Hypertension and Stroke
Glaucoma
Hypersensitivity to Amphetamines
(Risk of Physical Dependence)

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What are some examples of CNS Drugs?

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Amphetamines: Methylphenidate HCL or Dextroamphetamine
Anorexiants: Phentermine

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What is the action of Anticonvulsants on the body?

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Reduction of excitability of the neurons of the brain

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What are the different types of Seizures?

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Psychomotor
Tonic-Clonic
Myoclonic 
Absence Seizures
Epilepsy
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What is the use of Anticonvulsants?

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Decrease the incidence and severity of seizures of various etiologies

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What are the contraindications of Anticonvulsants?

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Patients with CNS Depression
Pregancy D: Not Recommended for use in Pregnancy
Psychoses, acute narrow-angle glaucoma

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What are examples of Anticonvulsants?

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Benzos: Diazepam, Lorazepam, Midazolam
Clonazepam
Non-Benzos: Phenytoin, Ethosuximide, Valproic Acid

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What action does Antiemetics have on the body?

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Primarily by inhibiting the chemoreceptor trigger zone or by depressing the sensitivity of the vestibular apparatus of the inner ear

  1. Phenothiazines: Act on the chemoreceptor trigger zone to inhibit nausea and vomiting
  2. Dimenhydrinate, Scopolamine, and Meclizine: Act as antiemetic mainly by diminishing motion sickness
  3. Metoclopramide: Decreases nausea and vomiting by its effects on gastric empyting
  4. Odansetron: Blocks the effects of serotonin at 5-HT3 Receptor sites
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What are the uses of Antiemetics/Antinauseants?

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Antiemetic: Prophylaxis or treatment of nausea or vomiting
Antivertigo: Treat Vertigo

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What are the contraindications of Antiemetics?

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Not recommended in patients with CNS depression
Not for use in Pregnancy (X)
Do not use with alcohol
Will cause increased sedation

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What are some Antiemetic drugs?

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Phenothiazines
Prochlorperazine
Chlorpromazine
Metoclopramide
Ondansetron
Promethazine
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What are some antivertigo drugs?

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Meclizine (Antivertigo)
Diphenhydramine
Benzodiazepines

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What are the action of Anesthetics on the body?

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Local: Desensitize skin or subcutaneous tissue
Keatmine: Causes neuroinhibition and anesthesia, where the patient is dissociated from the surrounding

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What is the use of Anesthetics?

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  1. Local Anesthetics: Used to produce a loss of sensation prior to minor painful procedures
  2. Induction of General or Regional Anesthesia
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What are some contraindications of Anesthetics?

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  1. Ketamine: Conditions in which increase in blood pressure would be hazardous
  2. When used for procedural sedation: Known or suspected schizophrenia
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What are some examples of Anesthetics?

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Lidocaine
Bupivacaine
Ketamine
Propofol: IV induction drug of choice
Etomidate: Selected to induce general anestheia in patients with hemodynamic instability
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What are the classes of Analgesics?

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Salicylate
Non-Salicylate
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS)
Urinary Analgesics

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What is the action of Salicylate Analgesics?

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Inhibition of prostaglandins, dilates peripheral blood vessels (cools body), prolong bleeding by inhibiting aggregation of platelets

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What are Analgesics used for?

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Relief of mild to moderate pain
Reduction of body temperature
Inflammatory conditions
Decrease risk of myocardial infarction
Prevention and treatment of blood clots
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What are the contraindications of salicylate analgesics?

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Not recommended for use in pregnancy (Cat D)

Not recommended for use in patients with bleeding disorders

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What are some examples of Salicylate Analgesics?

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Aspirin: Bayer, Ecotrin, Enteric Coated Aspirin

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What is the action for Non-Salicylate Analgesics?

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Analgesic and Anyipyretic

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What is the use for non-salicylate analgesics?

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Relieve mild to moderate pain
Reduce body temperature (antipyretic)
Arthritis

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What are the contraindicationsa for Non-salicylate analgesics?

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Hepatotoxicity: Acetaminophen has been associated with acute liver failure. Resulting in liver transplant and death

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What are some examples of Non-salicylate analgesics?

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Acetaminophen: Tylenol

Benzocaine-Menthol: Cepacol

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What is the action of Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory drugs?

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Inhibit prostaglandin synthesis which is responsible for prostaglandin synthesis

  1. Anti-Inflammatory
  2. Analgesic
  3. Antipyretic
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How are Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory drugs used?

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Arthritis
Mild to Moderate pain relief
Dysmenorrhea (Painful Menstruation)
Fever Reduction

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What are some contraindications of Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs?

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Celecoxib: Allergy to Sulfonamides
Ibuprogen: Peptic Ulcer, GI Bleed, Hypertension

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What are some examples of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs?

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NSAIDS:

  1. Ibuprofen: Motrin or Advil
  2. Indometachin: Indocin (First line treatment for Gout)
  3. Ketorolac: Toradol
  4. Naproxen: Aleve, Naprosyn
  5. Celecoxib: Celebrex
  6. Meloxicam: Mobic
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What is the action of Urinary Anesthetic/Analgesics?

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Pyridium is a topical bladder and urethral anesthetic and analgesic through an unknown mechanism

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What is the use for Urinary Anesthetic/Analgesics?

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Bladder analgesic used to treat pain associated with a urinary tract infection

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What is the contraindication for Urinary Anesthetics/Analgesics?

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Allergy to Pyridium or renal insufficiency

Patient Mgmt: Pregnancy B

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What is the action of Narcotic Analgesics?

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Bind to opioid receptor sites (Mu) acting as agonist altering perception of pain

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What are Narcotic Analgesics used for?

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Managed moderate to severe acute pain, opiate dependence

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What are the contraindications for Narcotic Analgesics?

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  1. Head Injury or Intracranial Pressure, Coronary Artery Disease
  2. Hypoxia
  3. Hepatic Impairment
  4. Hypersensitive to opiods or naloxone
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What are some examples of Narcotic Analgesics?

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Codeine
Fentanyl
Hydromorphone
Methadone
Morphine Sulfate
Oxycodone
Hydrocodone
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What actions do Narcotic Antagonists have?

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Naloxone: Competitive antagonists with stronger bond to opiod receptors than agonists. Prevents the body from responding to opiates and endorphins

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What is the use of Narcotic Antagonist?

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Complete or partial reversal of narcotic depression incuding respiratory depression; overdose of a narcotic

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What are the contraindications for Narcotic Antagonist?

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Used with caution in patients with Coronary Artery Disease, Pregnant women and opioid dependent mothers

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What is an example of a Narcotic Antagonist?

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Naloxone: Narcan

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What are the actions of Antihistamines?

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  1. H1-Antihistamines work by binding to histamine H1 receptors in mast cells smooth muscle, and endothelium in the body as well as in the brain.
  2. Suppress the histamine-induced wheal response (swelling) and flare response (vasodilation)
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What are antihistamines used for?

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  1. Allergies, Allergic reactions, sedation

2. Treat gastric acid conditions, relief of Parkinson-like reactions

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What are the contraindications for Antihistamines?

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Lactating women, pregnancy (CAT C and D)

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What are some examples of antihistamines?

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1st Generation
1. Diphenhydramine
2. Hydroxzine
3. Promethazine
2nd Generation
1. Cetirizine HCL
2. Fexofenadine
3. Loratadine
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What are the actions of Decongestants?

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Act by enhancing norepinephrine (noradrenaline) and epinephrine (adrenaline) or adrenergic activity by stimulating the alpha-adrenergic receptorsAct by enhancing norepinephrine (noradrenaline) and epinephrine (adrenaline) or adrenergic activity by stimulating the alpha-adrenergic receptors

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What are the uses of Decongestants?

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Nasal Congestion, Middle Ear Infection/Esustachian Tube dysfunction

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What are some contraindications of Decongestants?

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  1. Use with caution in hypertension, Diabetes Type 2,
    increased intraocular pressure
    2, May worsen prostatic hyperplasis/urinary obstruction
  2. Elderly may be more sensitive
  3. Not recommended for use in pregnancy (Pregnancy: CAT C)
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What are some examples of Decongetants?

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Oxymetazoline HCL
Pseudoephedrine
Phenylephrine

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What are the action of Bronchodilators?

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Beta 2 Agonists: Opens the bronchi lumen allowing more air to enter the alveoli

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What is the use of Beta 2 Agonist (Bronchodilators)?

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Treat Reversible airway obstruction

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What are some contraindications of Beta 2 Agonist (Bronchodilators)?

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Cardiac Arrhythmias, narrow angle glaucoma

Use albuterol with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus: May increase serum blood glucose

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What is the action of Muscarinic Antagonists Bronchodilators?

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Direct relaxation of smooth muscles of the bronchi

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What is the use of Muscarinic Antagonists Bronchodilators?

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Symptomatic relief of prevention of bronchial asthma and the mgmt of chronic obstructibve pulmonary disease (COPD)

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What are some contraindications of Muscarinic Antagonists Bronchodilators?

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Peptic ulcer, Seizure, arrhythmias, and hyperthyroid

Use in pregnancy only if potential benefit outweighs the risk (Pregnancy CAT: C)

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What is the action of Leukotriene Antagonist and Mast Cell Stabilizers?

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Leukotriene: Decrease inflammation

Mast Cell: Decrease bronchoconstriction and inflammation

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What is the use of Leukotriene Antagonist and Mast Cell Stabilizers?

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Treatment of Asthma

Treatment of COPD

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What are the contraindications of Leukotriene Antagonist and Mast Cell Stabilizers?

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Acute Asthma/bronchospasm: Not FDA approved for use in the reversal of bronchospasm in acute asthma attacks including status asthmaticus
Aspirin-sensitive asthmatics: Montelukast (Singluar) will not interrupt bronchoconstrictor response to aspirin or other NSAIDS; patients with known aspirin sensitivity should avoid these agents

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What are some examples of Leukotriene Antagonist and Mast Cell Stabilizers?

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Leukotriene Antagonist: Montelukast

Mast Cell Stabilizers: Cromolyn

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What action do Inhaled Corticosteroids have on the body?

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  1. Produce profound and varied metabolic effects, in addition to modifying the normal immune response and suppressing inflammation
  2. Decrease inflammatory process in the airway through inhibiting multiple different inflammatory cytokines
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What are Inhaled Corticosteroids used for?

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  1. Larger doses are usually used for their anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, or antineoplastic activity
  2. Used in the chronic mgmt of reversible airway disease (asthma
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What are some contraindications of Inhaled Corticosteroids?

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Acute bronchospams, status asthmaticus

Caution with compromised immune system

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What are some examples of Inhaled Corticosteroids?

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Budesonide

Fluticasone

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What are the actions of Antitussives?

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Central acting: depresses cough center

Peripheral acting: anesthetize stretch receptors

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What are the uses of Antitussives?

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Relieve a non-productive cough

Sometimes with a productive cough

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What are some contraindications of Antitussives?

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Premature infants
Caution with persistent or chronic cough
Respiratory Disorders

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What are some examples of Antitussives?

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Codeine Sulfate
Benzonatate
Dextromethrophan
Diphenhydramine

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What actions do Mucolytics and Expectorants have on the body?

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Mucolytic: Loosens respiratory secretions
Expectorante: Raise mucus from respiratory system

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What are some uses of Mucolytic and Expectorants?

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Mucolytic: Bronchopulmonary Diseases
Expectorant: Common Cold

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What are some contraindications of Mucolytics and Expectorants?

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Caution if persistent cough

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What are some examples of Mucolytics and Expectorants?

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Mucolytic: Acetylcysteine
Expectorant: Guaifenesin

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What action do Antiarrhythmics have on the body?

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Cardiac Arrhythmias: abnormal electric current in the heart

  1. Blockade of Na or K channels
  2. Rise the potential threshold
  3. Block Beta Receptors
  4. Block Calcium Channels
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What are some uses of Cardiac Arrhythmias?

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Premature ventricular contractions
Tachycardia
Premature atrial contractions
Ventricular dysrhythmias
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
106
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What are some examples of Cardiac Arrhythmias medications?

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Lidocaine HCL
Amiodarone
Beta Blockers
Calcium Channel Blockers
     Verapamil
      Diltiazem
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What action do Nitrate Antianginal agents have on the body?

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Direct relaxing effect on smooth muscle of blood vessels. (Both arterials and veins)

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What are Antianginal agents used for?

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Treatment of angina pectoris

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What are the contraindications of Nitrates?

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Postural hypotension, closed-angle glaucoma and right sided heart failurs

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What are some examples of Nitrates?

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Nitroglycerin

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What are the classes of Antihypertensives?

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  1. Ace Inhibitors, Angiotensin II antagonists
  2. Diuretics
  3. Calcium Channel Blockers (CCB)
  4. Beta Blocker
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What is the action of ACE inhibitors/ARB’s?

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  1. Lower blood pressure by dilating or increasing the size of the arterial blood vessels
  2. 1st line indication of treatment of hypertension in patients with Diabetes Mellitus
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What are some adverse effects of Ace Inhibitors?

A

Dry, hacking cough has been described in 5 to 20 percent of patients treated with an ACE inhibitor

114
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What is a contraindication of Ace Inhibitors?

A

Caution with Renal or Hepatic Disease

Electrolyte Imbalance

115
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What are examples of Ace Inhibitors?

A 
End with -Pril
Lisinopril
Captopril
Enalapril
Ramipril
116
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What is the action of Calcium Channel Blockers?

A

Cause peripheral vasodilation (in inhibits calcium from getting into the muscle cells to cause contraction)

117
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What are the uses of Calcium Channel Blockers?

A

Treating High Blood Pressure

Atrial Cardiac Arrhythmias

118
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What are the 2 types of Calcium Channel Blockers?

A

Dihydropyridines: Potent Vasodilators

Non-Dihydropyridines: Less Potent Vasodilators

119
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What are the contraindications for Calcium Channel Blockers?

A

Dihydropyridines: Hepatic Impairment, Severe Coronary Artery Disease, Severe Aortic Stenosis
Non-Dihydropyridines: Sick Sinus Syndrome, Second or Third-degree heart block, Acute myocardial infarction, and Congestive Heart Failure

120
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What are some examples of Calcium Channel Blockers?

A

Dihydropyridines: Nifedipine, Felodipine, Nicardipine, Amlodipine
Non-Dihydropyridines: Verapamil, Diltiazem

121
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How do Beta Blockers work?

A
  1. Compete with sympathetic neurotransmitters for adrenergic receptor sites
  2. Beta 1: Adrenergic receptor sites are located chiefly in the heart where stimulation results in increased heart rate, contractility and AV conduction
  3. Beta 2: Adrenergic receptors are found mainly in bronchial and vascular smooth muscle and the uterus
122
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What is the use of Beta Blockers?

A

Mgmt of hypertension, angina pectoris, tachyarrhythmia, hypertrophic subaortic stenosis, migraine headaches, Myocardial Infarction, glaucoma, congestive heart failure, and hyperthyroidism

123
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What are the contraindications for Beta Blockers?

A

Sinus Bradycardia
Heart Block
Hypotension
Bronchial Asthma

124
Q

What are some examples of Beta Blockers?

A

Metoprolol

Propanolol

125
Q

How do Antihyperlipidemic Diuretics work?

A

Increases the secretion of urine

126
Q

What are the subclasses of diuretics?

A 
Carbonic Anyhdrase Inhibitor
Loop Diuretics
Osmotic Diuretics
Potassium Sparing
Thiazide
127
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What are the uses of diuretics?

A

Open angle glaucoma, preoperatively to reduce intraocular pressure
Edema due to congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver and/or renal disease
Hypertension

128
Q

What are the contraindications of Beta Blockers?

A

Cross sensitivity with sulfonamides
kidney disease
Electrolyte imbalance
uncontrolled arrythmias

129
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What are examples of Diuretics?

A 
Carbonic Anyhdrase Inhibitor: Acetazolamide
Loop Diuretics: Furosemide, Bumetanide
Osmotic Diuretics: Mannitol
Potassium Sparing: Spironolactone
Thiazide: Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
130
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What is the action of Hyperlipidemia Meds?

A
  1. HMG-Coa reductase inhibitors (Statins): Inhibit an enzyme involved in cholesterol synthesis
  2. Bile Acid Sequestrates: Bind cholesterol in the GI Tract
  3. Fenofibrate: Reduces VLDL and stimulates the catabolism of Triglyceriderich lipoproteins, which results in decrease in plasma triglycerides and cholesterol
131
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What is the use of Hyperlipidemia?

A

Reduction of blood lipids in an effort to reduce the morbidity and mortality of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and its sequelae

132
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What are some examples of Hyperlipidemia Meds?

A
  1. HMG-Coa reductase inhibitors (Statins): Atorvastatin, Simvastatin
  2. Bile Acid Sequestrates: Cholestyramine, Colestipol, Colesevelam
  3. Fenofibrate: Fenofibrate
133
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What is the action of Antacids?

A

Neutralize or reduce the acidity of the stomach and duodenal contents by combining with hydrochloric acid and producing salt and water

134
Q

What are the uses of Antacids?

A 
Heartburn
Gastroesophageal Reflux
Sour Stomach
Acid Ingestion
Peptic Ulcer
135
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What are contraindications of antacids?

A

Severe abdominal pain of unknown cause
Sodium containing: Patients with cardiovascular problems such as hypertension or Congestive Heart Failure
Calcium Containing: Renal Calculi or hypercalcemia

136
Q

What are examples of antacids?

A

Aluminum Hydroxide gel
Magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia)
Calcium Carbonate (Tums)
Calcium Carbonate/Magnesium hydroxide: Rolaids
Sodium citrate/citric acid: Bicitra, Oracit

137
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What action does Histamine H2 Antagonist have on the body?

A

Inhibit the actions of histamine at histamine H2 receptor cells of the stomach which then reduces the secretion of gastric acid

138
Q

What are the uses of Histamine H2 Antagonists?

A 
Treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers
Gastric hyper secretory conditions
Gastroesophageal Reflux
Prevention of stress related ulcers
Acute upper gastrointestinal tract bleeding
139
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What are examples of Histamine H2 Antagonist?

A

Cimetidine
Famotidine
Ranitidine: April 2020 the FDA requested removal of OTC versions of this product due to carcinogenic effects

140
Q

What is the action of Proton Pump Inhibitors?

A

Suppress gastric acid secretion by blocking the final step in the production of gastric acid of the gastric mucosa

141
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What are the uses of Proton Pump Inhibitors?

A 
Treatment of gastric or duodenal ulcers 
GERD
Pathological hypersecretory conditions
Severe Heartburn
Erosive Esophagitis
Ulcers with Helicobacter Pylori
Treatment of GERD in pregnancy is available
142
Q

What are the contraindications of Proton Pump Inhibitors?

A

Risk of osteoporosis resulting from high dose and chronic use of PPIs

143
Q

What are examples of proton pump inhibitors?

A 
Esomeprazole
Omeprazole
Pantoprazole
Rebeprazole
Lansoprazole
144
Q

What are the actions antidiarrheal?

A

Decrease intestinal peristalsis (natural Movement) which is usually increased in a patient with diarrhea

145
Q

What are the uses of antidiarrheal meds?

A

Treatment of diarrhea

146
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What are the contraindications of antidiarrheal meds?

A

Diarrhea associated with organisms that can harm the intestinal mucosa
Pseudomembranous colitis
Abdominal pain of unknown origin
Obstructive jaundice

147
Q

What are examples of antidiarrheal meds?

A

Loperamide

148
Q

What is the action of antiflatulents?

A

Simethicone has a defoaming action that disperses and prevents the formation of mucus-surrounded gas pockets in the intestine

149
Q

What are the uses of antiflatulents?

A

Relief of painful symptoms of excess gas in the digestive tract
Generally considered safe in pregnancy

150
Q

What are examples of antiflatulents?

A

Simethicone

151
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What is the action of Laxatives?

A

Bulk-producing: Not digested by the body and therefore adds bulk and water to the contents of the intestines
Emollient: Lubricate the intestinal walls and soften the stool
Fecal softeners: Promote water retention in the fecal mass and soften stool
Hyperosmolar: Dehydrate local tissue causes irritation and increases peristalsis
Irritant or stimulant: Increase peristalsis by direct action on the intestine
Saline: Attract or pull water into the intestine, increasing pressure in the intestine followed by an increase in peristalsis

152
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What are the uses of laxatives?

A

Short term relief or preventions of constipation

Certain stimulant, emollient, and saline laxatives are used to empty the colon for rectal and bowel examinations

153
Q

What are the examples of Laxatives?

A

Bulk-producing: Pysllium Metamucil, Methylcellulose, Polycarbophil, Wheat dextrin
Emollient: Mineral Oil
Fecal softeners: Docusate Sodium
Hyperosmolar: Glycerin, Lactulose, Sorbitol
Irritant or stimulant: Bisacodyl, Senna
Saline: Magnesium citrate, Milk of magnesia

154
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What are the actions of Hemorrhoid agents?

A
  1. Topical corticosteroids have anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties
  2. Treating the underlying hemorrhoidal condition are best achieved by increasing consumption of fiber/fiber supplements, use of laxatives, applying warm sitz baths and invasive procedures
155
Q

What is the use of Hemorrhoid agents?

A

Use in inflamed hemorrhoids

156
Q

What are examples of Hemorrhoid agents?

A 
Hydrocortisone
Cortifoam
Proctocream HC 2.5% cream
Pramzine
Tux pads
157
Q

What is the action of insulin?

A

Stimulates peripheral glucose uptake and stimulates the synthesis of glycogen by the liver. Insulin promotes protein synthesis and helps the body store fat by preventing its breakdown for energy

158
Q

What is the use if insulin?

A

Necessary for controlling type 1 diabetes mellitus that is caused by a marked decrease in the amount of insulin produced by the pancreas. Can be used to control more severe and complicated type 2 diabetes

159
Q

What are contraindications of Insulin?

A

Allergy to animal (pig or cow) from which the insulin was obtained
When taking combination with oral hypoglycemic agents may result in hypoglycemia

160
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What is the action of oral antidiabetics?

A

Sulfonylureas- Lower blood glucose by stimulating beta cells of pancreas to make more insulin
Biguanides- reduces hepatic glucose production and increases insulin sensitivity in muscle and fat cell
Glucosidase inhibitors: lower blood sugar by delaying digestion of carbs and absorption
Meglitinides: Stimulates release of insulin
Thiazolidinediones: decrease insulin resistance and increase insulin sensitivity

161
Q

What are the uses of oral antidiabetics?

A

Used to treat patients with Type 2 diabetes not controlled with diet and exercise

162
Q

What are the Contraindications of oral antidiabetics?

A

Biguanides (Metformin) may result in lactic acidosis, especially in patients with renal impairment

163
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What are examples of oral antidiabetics?

A 
Sulfonylureas- Glyburide
Biguanides- Metformin
Glucosidase inhibitors: Pioglitazone 
Insulin, Regular (injection, concentrated)
Regular Insulin (insulin injection)
164
Q

What is the the action of Thyroid Hormones?

A

Influence every organ and tissue in the body

165
Q

What are the uses of Thyroid hormones?

A

Used as a replacement therapy when a patient is hypothyroid

166
Q

What are contraindications of Thyroid hormones?

A

Myocardial infarction

Thyrotoxicosis

167
Q

What are examples of Thyroid hormones?

A

Levothyroxine

168
Q

What actions do male hormones have on the body?

A

Testosterone and its derivatives aid in the development and maintenance of secondary sex characteristics: Facial hair, deep voice, body hair, body fat distribution and muscle development

169
Q

What are the uses of Male Hormone medications?

A

Replacement therapy for testosterone deficiency
Breast Cancer in Females
Delayed puberty in males

170
Q

What are contraindications of Male hormone medications?

A

Liver disorders
Serious cardiac disease
Prostate gland disorders
Contraindicated in breast cancer in males; prostate cancer

171
Q

What are examples of male hormone meds?

A

Methyltestosterone

172
Q

What are the actions of contraceptives?

A

Estrogens: Protein anabolism, thinning of the cervical mucus, inhibitions of ovulation
Progestin: Necessary for the development of placenta and inhibit the secretion of pituitary gonadotropins, which in turn prevents maturation of the ovarian follicle and ovulation

173
Q

What are examples of oral contraceptives?

A

Progestin-only pills
a: Norethindrone (Minipill)
b: Drospirenone (Yasmin)
c: Levonorgestrel (Emergency Contraceptive) One 1.5 mg tablet within 72 hours of unprotected sex
Or one 0.75 mg tablet within 72 hours of unprotected sex and a second 0.75 tablet within 12 hours after the first dose

174
Q

What are the uses of contraceptives?

A 
Prevents Pregnancy
Regulation of Menstrual Cycle
Dysmenorrhea
Reduce Acne
Note: must be taken at the exact time every day to be effective for birth control
175
Q

What are the contraindications of contraceptives?

A

Breast Cancer
Undiagnosed abnormal genital/uterine bleeding
Thromboembolic disease (Risk is increased in females 35 yrs or older and that use tobacco)

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