PTU vs. METHIMAZOLE Flashcards by Alexandra Castro | Brainscape

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Fast onset
Short duration of action

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PTU

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Slow onset
Long duration of action

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Methimazole

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Use against thyroid storm

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PTU

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Maintenance of aplasia cutis

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Methimazole

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Q

More potent

A

Methimazole

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Safe for pregnant patients

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PTU

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Inhibit peripheral conversion T4-T3

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PTU

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