RA and Therapeutics Flashcards by Peter Savage | Brainscape

Q

What are the therapeutic categories for RA?

A

NSAIDS
DMARDS
Biologics
Corticosteroids

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What DMARDS are indicated in RA?

A

Methotrexate
Sulfasalazine
Leflunomide

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Q

What risks are associated with DMARDS?

A

Severe toxicity

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Q

Which biologics are indicated for RA?

A

IL-1, IL-6, TNFa inhibitors

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Q

What issues are associated with biologics?

A

Injection site reaction
Infection
?malignancy

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Q

Biologics are prescribed with what?

A

Methotrexate

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