Polypharmacy Flashcards
1
Q
If the dose of spironolactone is >25mg/day or CrCl <30ml/min, there is an increased risk of what?
A
Hyperkalaemia,
Especially if taking NSAID, ACE inhibitor, angiotensin II receptor blocker or potassium supplement.
2
Q
When would bisphosphonates be stopped?
A
IF the patient has a very limited mobility and thus risk of falls, if they are confined to bed.
3
Q
Who is the New Medicine Service for?
A
Asthma and COPD
Type 2 Diabetes
Antiplatelet/anticoagulant therapy
Hypertension
4
Q
The desired effects of diuretics could be partly opposed by the fluid retention caused by
A
NSAIDs
5
Q
Six drugs with a narrow therapeutic index
A
Gentamicin Digoxin Theophylline Warfarin Phenytoin Lithium
