Thyroid/Parathyroid 2 Flashcards
increases in doses made on monthly basis
greater hepaotoxicity than MMI
which drug?
propothyrouracil (PTU)
possible teratogenic effects
more potent than PTU
changes in dose made on monthly basis
which drug?
Methimazole (MMI)
PK of PTU and MMI
peak serum concentration is 1 hr after digestion (well absorbed in GI tract)
minimal urinary excretion (less for MMI)
how long does it take sxs of PTU and MMI to diminish & thyroid hormone levels to return to normal?
4-8 wks
ADEs of what?
pruiritic maculopapular rash
benign transient leukopenia
agranulocytosis
hepatotoxicity
arthralgias & lupus-like syndrome
PTU & MMI
What drug do you give to pregnant pts w/hyperthyroidism and why?
PTU in 1st trimester: use lowest dose to maintain maternal T4 levels in high-normal range
teratogenic effects of MMI outweigh hepatotoxic effects of PTU
dosage unikely to produce fetal goiter
PTU <200mg
best tx for toxic nodules and toxic multinodular goiter
radioactive iodine (RAI)
RAI pros
cure hyperthyroidism
RAI cons
- permanent hypothyporidism (inevitable)
- defer pregnancy 6-12 months: no breast feeding
What would you use as an adjunct to RAI?
Potassium iodide (SSKI) should be added 3-7 days after RAI tx so radioactive thyroid can concentrate in the thyroid
When should Potassium iodide (SSKI) be administered in regards to surgery?
give 7-14 days before surgery
what medication is given for sx relief?
adrenergic blockers: propanolol
alt: clonidine, diltiazem
how does propanolol help hyperthyroidism?
decreases palpitations, anxiety, tremor, and heat intolerance
Used as adjunct to antithyroid
primary tx for thyrotoxicosis a/w thyroiditis
propanolol