Thyroid and anti-thyroid drugs Flashcards
1
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Agent of choice for treatment of hypothyroidism
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Levothyroxine (T4)
2
Q
Thioamide less likely to cross placenta, inhibits peripheral conversion of T4 to T3 in high doses, and indicated for pregnant women in 1st trimester
A
Propylthiouracil (PTU)
3
Q
Propylthiouracil (PTU) mechanism of action
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Inhibits thyroid peroxidase