Prostate 2 Flashcards
1
Q
what is abiraterone’s MOA
A
inhibits testosterone synthesis
2
Q
what is a pure androgen receptor antagonist
A
enzalutamide
3
Q
what is specifically inhibited by abiraterone
A
CYP17
4
Q
what are some of the problems involved with mineralocorticoid excess (MCE)
A
hypokalemia
HTN
fluid retention
5
Q
how can mineralocorticoid excess (MCE) be abided
A
Prednisone BID prevent tgis
6
Q
what are the adverse effects of abiraterone
A
mineralocorticoid excess (MCE) adrenocortical insufficiency (ADI)
7
Q
what are options for treating bone metastases
A
bisphosphonates (zoledronic acid or pamidronate)
denosumab