Systemic Lupus Erythematosus SLE Flashcards

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what is SLE

A

autoimmune attach on connective tissue

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Drugs and supplements for SLE

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  • NSAIDs
  • Glucocorticoids
  • csDMARDs: Hydroxychloroquine, Azathioprine, Cyclophosphamide
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3
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MOA of azathioprine

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inhibit de novo purine synthesis (mainly in lymphocytes) via production of thioguanine metabolites

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4
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ADR of azathioprine

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  • N&V
  • Myelosuppression
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MOA of cyclophosphamide

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DNA alkylation (lymphocytes and rapidly dividing cells especially sensitive)

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ADR of cyclophosphamide

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  • N&V
  • myelosuppression
  • infection
  • haemorrhagic cystitis
  • bladder cancer
  • alopecia (hair lost)
  • ovarian failure
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