Thyroid Hormones Flashcards
1
Q
Levothyroxine (g)
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Synthroid (b)
2
Q
MOA
A
increases body’s metabolic function
3
Q
common adverse effects
A
hyperthyroidism –> sweating, weight loss, insomnia, hyperactivity, heart rhythm irregularities
4
Q
counseling pts
A
space apart from PPIs by 4 hours
space apart of antacids (Fe, Ca, Mg, Al)
5
Q
clinical pearls
A
many drug interactions (esp drugs that may decrease/increase absorption)
