Theraupeutics Flashcards
what is Rhabdomyolysis
Destruction of striated muscle cells
what is Verapamil
calcium channel blocker
what is Amiodarone
anti-arrythmic used in tachycardia
what is Urticaria
hives
what is Ciclosporin
immunosuppressant medication used in RA
what is Clozapine
antipsychotic used in schizophrenia
what is Carbimazole
anti-thyroid drug
what is Carbamazepine
anti-epileptic also used in neuropathic pain
what is Rifampicin
anti-biotic
what are macrolides
class of antibiotic e.g. clarithromycin, erythromycin (omycin)
what is amlodopine
calcium channel blocker
what is Diltiazem
calcium channel blocker
what is Aminophylline
mixture of drugs used to treat acute SOB in pre-standing lung conditions
what is streptokinase
thrombolytic
what is vasopressin
anti-diuretic
What is cholestasis
reduction to stopping of bile flow from liver to duodenum
What is halothane
GA
What is Clavulanic acid
A beta lactam drug, used in combination with penicillins to overcome anti-biotic resistance e.g. co-amoxiclav
what is Valproate
Anti-epileptic, Bipolar, migraine treatment
What are Barbiturates
CNS depressants, used in GA
What is Phenytoin
Anti-seizure medication
What is Rifampicin
Anti-biotic
What is Encephalopathy
general term for brain function being affected by an agent/condition e.g. infection
what is Cholestyramine
Used for hyperlipidaemia (LDL) and jaundice
