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Section 8: CNS Medications Flashcards

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Rx for TB meningitis

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  • Rifampicin
  • Isoniazid (INH)
  • Pyrizinamide
  • Ethambutol
  • Steroids

Use the mnemonic RIPES

Rx is usually longer than in pulmonary TB, 9 to 12 months

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DOC for Listeria monocytogenes

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Ampicillin

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Disease-modifying therapy in MS

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  • Beta interferon
  • Glatiramer (copolymer I)
  • Mitoxantrone
  • Fingolimod (oral)
  • Azathioprine
  • Cyclophosphamide
  • Natalizumab (inhibitor of alpha-4 intergrin)

Natalizumab causes progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML)

Glatiramer and beta-interferon are rthe best first choice for prevention of relapse

Fischer, Conrad (2012-09-22). Master the Boards: USMLE Step 3 (Kindle Locations 7008-7017). . Kindle Edition.

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Additional medications for other symptoms in MS

  1. Fatigue
  2. Spasticity

Fischer, Conrad (2012-09-22). Master the Boards: USMLE Step 3 (Kindle Locations 7008-7017). . Kindle Edition.

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  1. Amantadine
  2. Baclofen or tizanidine

Fischer, Conrad (2012-09-22). Master the Boards: USMLE Step 3 (Kindle Locations 7008-7017). . Kindle Edition

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