Rheumatoid Arthritis Flashcards
3 classes of tx for RA
1) NSAIDs
2) glucocorticoids
3) DMARDs
1st DOC for RA
DMARD
leflunomaide liver function concern
leflunomide + MTX = inc risk of hepatotoxicity
must monitor
which drugs do not prevent disease progression or joint destruction in RA
NSAIDs and corticosteroids
which drug reduces/prevents joint damage and can delay progression
DMARDs
Biological vs nonbiological: MTX
non biological
Biological vs nonbiological: leflunomide
non biological
Biological vs nonbiological: hydroxychloroquine
non biological
Biological vs nonbiological: sulfasalazine
non biological
Biological vs nonbiological: cyclosporine
non biological
Biological vs nonbiological: azathioprine
non biological
Biological vs nonbiological: cyclophosphamide
non biological
Biological vs nonbiological: adalimumab
biological - anti TNF
Biological vs nonbiological: infliximab
biological - anti TNF
Biological vs nonbiological: etanercept
biological - anti TNF