Rheumatoid Arthritis: Drug Side-Effects Flashcards
1
Q
What are some common side effects of methotrexate?
A
- Myelosuppression
- Liver cirrhosis
- Pneumonitis
2
Q
What are some common side effects of sulfasalazine?
A
- Rashes
- Oligospermia
- Heinz body anaemia
3
Q
What are some common side effects of Leflunomide?
A
- Liver impairment
- Interstitial lung disease
- Hypertension
4
Q
What are some common side effects of Hydroxychloroquine?
A
- Retinopathy
- Corneal deposits
5
Q
What are some common side effects of prednisolone?
A
- Cushingoid features
- Osteoporosis
- Imapired glucose tolerance
- Hypertension
- Cataracts
6
Q
What are some common side effects of gold?
A
Proteinuria
7
Q
What are some common side effects of penicillamine?
A
Proteinuria
Exacerbation of myastehnia gravis
8
Q
What are some common side effects of Etanercept?
A
Demyelination
Reactivation of tuberculosis
9
Q
What are some common side effects of infliximab?
A
Reactivation of tuberculosis
10
Q
What are some side effects of Adalimumab?
A
Reactivation of tuberculosis
11
Q
What are some common side effects of Rituximab?
A
Infusion reactions are common.
