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10/28/2011

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Term
Dexamethasone
Definition
• Glucocorticoid-stimulated synthesis of lipocortin → PLA2 inhibition
• Directly suppresses COX2 expression
Term
Non-selective COX 1/2 Inhibitors (mechanism)

Aspirin , Indomethacin, ibuprofen, naproxen, Acetaminophen (NSAIDs)
Definition
• Irreversible acetylation of COX-1 & COX-2
• Increase leukotriene formation
Term
Non-selective COX 1/2 Inhibitors (effects)

Aspirin , Indomethacin, ibuprofen, naproxen, Acetaminophen (NSAIDs)
Definition
• Anti-inflammatory (except acetaminophen)
• Anti-pyretic
• Analgesic
• Anti-platelet aggregation (except acetaminophen)
• Relieve dysmenorrhea caused by excessive PGE2 & PGF2a
Term
Non-selective COX 1/2 Inhibitors (Side effects)

Aspirin , Indomethacin, ibuprofen, naproxen, Acetaminophen (NSAIDs)
Definition
• Gastric irritation
• Affect protective gastric mucosal prostaglandins
• Bleeding
• Occasionally rash, dizziness, salicylism (vomiting, auditory deficits)
• At high doses: hyperpnea, respiratory acidosis, cardiotoxicity
• Prolonged labor & premature ductus arteriosus closure
o Cross reactions
• Potentiate anticoagulants because of anti-platelet effects
• Also reduce effects of diuretics & anti-hypertensives
• Competition for binding of plasma proteins can affect many drugs
Term
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Definition
o Mostly a COX-3 inhibitor in the brain (a little COX1/2)
• CNS effects = anti-pyretic, analgesic
o Leading cause of acute liver failure
Term
• Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA, Aspirin)
Definition
o Low dose reduces risk of death from thrombosis & MI
- Irreversibly binds COX1/2
Term
Celecoxib (Celebrex)
[rofecoxib (Vioxx) removed from market]
MECHANISM
Definition
Selective COX2 inhibitor

• COX-2 expression is regulated by proinflammatory factors
• Antagonists reduce local inflammatory response
Term
Celecoxib effects & side effect
Definition
• Analgesic
• Antipyretic
• No effect on platelet aggregation or gastric mucosal prostaglandins

Side effects
• COX-2 inhibition allows elevation of platelet-generated COX1 production of thromboxanes → increases risk of MI
Term
Zileuton
Definition
Lipoxygenase inhibitor
• Prevents leukotriene synthesis → reduces bronchoconstriction
• Used in Asthma & allergic reactions
Term
Zafirlucast (Accolate)
montelucast (singulair)
Definition
Leukotriene receptor antagonists
- bronchodilation
-used for asthma
Term
Alprostadil
Definition
PGE-1
• Vasodilator
• Inhibits platelet aggregation
• Contracts uterine / intestinal smooth muscle

o Adverse effects
• Bradycardia
• Hypotension
• Fever
• Ductal fragility
• Apnea
• Contraindicated with respiratory distress
Term
misoprostol
Definition
• Prevents gastric ulcers associated with non-selective COX inhibitors

Adverse effects
• Abdnominal pain
• Diarrhea (infrequent)
• Contraindicated in pregnancy
Term
Dinoprostone
Definition
PGE2
• Promotes uterine contraction & induces labor / abortion

Adverse effects
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Fever
• Bronchoconstriction (at high doses)
Term
latanoprost
Definition
PGF2
• Reduces intraocular pressure
• Treats glaucoma
Term
epoprostenol / treprostinil
Definition
PGI1 / PGI1 analog
• Lowers vascular pressure
• Treats pulmonary hypertension
Side effects
• Nausea, headache, hypotension, flushing
Term
Ginkgolide B
Definition
PAF antagonist
-reduces vasodilation, edema, smooth muscle contraction, ulcers
Term
Tubocurarine, succinylcholine, morphine, Vancomycin
Definition
Cause histamine release
Term
Diphenhydramine
Definition
1st generation H1 receptor antagonist
CNS effects --> sedation
In addition to allergies, treats nausea/vomiting, motion sickness
Antiparkinsonian
Term
Cetrizine
Definition
Zyrtec
H1 receptor antagonist
2nd generation
Term
Loratidine
Definition
Claritin
H1 receptor antagonist
2nd generation
Term
Fexofenadine
Definition
Allegra
H1 receptor antagonist
2nd generation
Term
Cimetidine
Definition
H2 receptor antagonist
-Treatment of gastric ulcers / GERD
-50% bioavailability
-excreted by kidneys
-P450 inhibitor
Side effects
DO NOT GIVE TO ELDERLY! (CNS effects)
Androgen receptor --> gynecomastia
Term
Ranitidine
Definition
H2 receptor antagonist
Term
Famotidine
Definition
H2 receptor antagonist
Term
Nizantidine
Definition
H2 receptor antagonist
• AChesterase inhibitor (increases GI motility)
- bioavailability higher- 90%
Term
Fenfluramine (fen fen)
Definition
o Stimulate direct release of 5-HT
o Appetite suppressant (banned by FDA)
o Similar to MDMA
Term
Fluoxetine
Definition
o SSRI
o Inhibits 5HT reuptake
o MDD & OCD treatment
Term
Sumatriptan
Definition
• 5-HT1 agonist
• Causes vasoconstriction of cranial vessels
- treatment of acute migraines
Term
Tegaserod
Definition
• 5HT4 partial agonist • stimulates peristalsis / gastric emptying - treatment of IBS w constipation
Term
Ondansetron
Definition
o 5-HT3 antagonists
o treats chemo-induced nausea & vomiting
(danse the nausea away!)
Term
Methysergide
Definition
5-HT2A/B/C antagonist
• Prophylactic migraine treatment
• Tx of Diarrhea, malabsorption, dumping syndrome
Term
Cyproheptadine
Definition
5-HT2A antagonist AND H-1 blocker
• Postgastrectomy dumping syndrome
Term
Captopril, enalapril
Definition
ACE inhibitors
o Block AT1 → AT2 AND block bradykinin catabolism
o → lowers BP by inhibiting vasoconstriction (AT) & promoting vasodilation (bradykinins)
o Side effects
• Buildup of kinins in lungs → edema / coughing
Term
Losartan, valsartan
Definition
Angiotensin II receptor antagonists
-similar to ACE inhibitors but with fewer side effects
Term
Nitroprusside & nitroglycerin
Definition
Generate NO

• NO contributes to vascular tone, cGMP relaxes smooth muscle (given to ppl having heart attack)
• Inhibits LDL oxidation → prevents foam cells (atherosclerosis)
• Inhibits platelet aggregation (thrombosis)
- Also for tx of erectile dysfunction (vasodilation)
Term
Sildenafil
Definition
Generates NO
• Induces cGMP by inhibiting breakdown by PDE
- used in tx of erectile dysfunction (viagra)
Term
Penicillin G / V
Definition
Narrow spectrum (G+)
Used against streptococci & meningococci
V = oral against pharyngitis from group A strep
Term
Nafcillin & Dicloxacillin
Definition
penicillinase-resistant penicillins
G+
Used against staphy --> endocarditis, osteomyelitis, cellulitis
Term
Cefazolin
Definition
- 1st gen cephalosporin
- G+ cocci
- Surgical prophylaxis against staph
Term
Cefprozil
Definition
2nd gen Cephalosporin
- G+ and G-
- Treat otitis media (H influenzae)
Term
Ceftriaxone & Cefotaxime
Definition
3rd gen cephalosporin
-mostly G-
Treat meningitis
Ceftriaxone for gonorrhea
Term
Vancomycin
Definition
G+ only
IV infusion for MRSA
Oral for C difficile
Term
Gentamicin
Definition
Aminoglycoside
Aerobic G- and some G+
Enterococcal & staphylococcal infections
Term
Tetracycline, Doxycycline
Definition
Used against Rickettsia, Lyme disease, M pneumonia, Clamydia trachomatis, Acne, & shortens cholera therapy
Term
Erythromycin
Definition
macrolide
G+ bacteriostatic
Uses: pneumonia, chlamydia, H influenzae (otitis media), peptic ulcer (H pylori)
Term
Clindamycin
Definition
Penicillin-resistant Streptococci
Necrotizing fasciitis
Term
Sulfamethoxazole (SMX)
Definition
UTI
otitis media
But causes crystalluria, skin rashes, kernicterus in neonates
Term
Ciprofloxacin, Levofloxacin
Definition
broad spectrum bactericidal
UTI's, prostatitis, traveller's diarrhea
Term
Isoniazid
Definition
Inhibits synth of mycolic acid to treat TB

Adverse effects: peripheral neuropathy, hepatitis
Term
Rifampin
Definition
Binds to Beta subunit of RNA Polymerase -> inhibits DNA transcription
Term
Ethambutol
Definition
inhibits cell wall synth
TB treatment (resistant bacilli)
AE: optic neuritis, acute gout
Term
Pyrazinamide
Definition
Decreases time to treat TB
AE: acute gout
Term
Otitis media DOC
Definition
Amoxicillin
or Amoxicillin + clavulanate
If amox causes diarrhea --> Cefprozil
Term
Surgical prophylaxis treatment
Definition
Cefazolin (IV) (cardio, orthopedic surgeries)
Vancomycin against MRSA

Neomycin + Erythromycin (Oral) + IV cefoxitin (colorectal, appendectomy)
Term
Community acquired pneumonia treatment
Definition
Erythromycin (+ cefotaxime if in hospital)
If neutropenic --> levofloxacin
Term
Nosocomial pneumonia treatment
Definition
piperacillin + gentamicin
alternative: ceftazidime + gentamicin
Term
Gonorrhea Rx
Definition
Ceftriaxone or Cefixime (oral)
Penicillin allergy --> Ciprofloxacin
Term
Traveler's diarrhea Rx
Definition
Ciprofloxacin
alternative = TMP-SMX
Term
UTI infection Rx
Definition
TMP-SMX
if that causes rash -> ciprofloxacin (or levo)
If pt is pregnant -> Cephalexin
Term
Amantadine
Definition
Antiviral, lipophilic
blocks M2 protein / nucleocapsid release
AEs: CNS effects
Uses: Influenza A treatment & prevention, Parkinson's disease
Term
Rimantadine
Definition
Antiviral, less lipophilic
Blocks M2 protein / inhibits nucleocapsid release
Uses: influenza A treatment & prevention
Term
Oseltamivir
Definition
Antiviral (tamiflu) prodrug
Mechanism: inhibits neruaminidase from influenza A & B viruses
AE's: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, teratogenci
Term
Ribavirin
Definition
antiviral, guanosine analog (prodrug)
non-selective
inhibits host inosine monophosphate dehydrogenase & RNA polymerase of virus
Uses: RESPIRATORY SYNCYTIAL VIRUS, chronic hep c, viral hemorrhagic fevers
AE's: teratogenic (Cat X), need contraception (2 forms)
Term
Acyclovir
Definition
Herpes virus
Guanosine analog
Selectively targets host - phosphorylated by thymidine kinase
Inhibits viral DNA polymerase
AE's: not teratogenic
Tx: HSV, VZV treatment
Term
Vidarabine
Definition
antiviral, prodrug, non-selective
used for herpes keratitis (but replaced by acyclovir)
Term
Ganciclovir
Definition
Antiviral, herpes
inhibits viral DNA Polymerase & decreases chain elongation rate
Not as specific
Treatment: CMV, cytomegalic retinitis
AE's: leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, teratogenic (C)
Term
Mechlorethamine
Definition
-Nitrogen mustards / alkylating agent (anti-cancer)
-administered by fast iv infusion
-Action = non-enzymatic, cross-linking of guanines
-high toxicity
Term
Cyclophosphamide
Definition
-nitrogen mustard, alyklating agent, anti-cancer
-prodrug, can be taken orally
-Metabolized by Cyt P450 --> metabolizes to phosphoramide (active) + acrolein (toxic)
-Side effects: hemorrhagic cystitis (give Mesna)
-Drug interaction: allopurinol reduces levels of CYP450 --> decrease cyclophosphamide
-also used for Rheumatoid arthritis (immunosuppresant)
Term
Nitrosoureas (carmustine, lomustine, semustine, streptozotocin)
Definition
alkylating agent - alkylates DNA
-Toxicity: Car, Lo, Sem = lipophilic = delayed myelosuppression (crosses BBB)
Strepto - hydrophilic = destroys B cells in pancreas
Term
Cisplatin
Definition
Alkylating agent, cross-linking of guanine residues
- IV
- Toxicity: ototoxicity, peripheral neuropathy, nephrotoxicity (need high water intake), mild myelosuppression (vs carboplatin)
Term
Procarbazine
Definition
-DNA Methylating agent (anticancer)
-Prodrug, activated by CYP450 and MAO
inhibits p450 and MAO

Interactions: + sympathomimetic agents (beer, wine, cheese, yogurt) -> hypertension; + sedatives (barbituates, phenothazines, narcotics) --> potentiates sedative
Term
Methotrexate
Definition
Folate antagonist (antineoplastic)
- Folic acid analog -> binds to dihydrofolate reductase (comp inhibition) --> can't synth dTMP nucleotide
-binds to albumin
-stays in tumor cells bc of added gulatmate residues
-Toxicity: increased dose to overcome resistance --> tissue damage - (give leucovorin)
-Interactions: aspirin, sulfonamides displace from albumin-> increase plasma levels/toxicity
Term
5-Fluorouracil
Definition
Pyrimidine antagonist (anti-neoplastic)
-prodrug
-inactivates thymidylate synthase
Term
Cytarabine
Definition
-anti-neoplastic
-incorporates into DNA instead of dCTP --> terminates strand elongation
-Toxicity: cerebral dysfunction
Term
Thiopurines (mercaptopurine)
Definition
-antineoplastic
-prodrug - inhibits de novo purine synth (IMP dehydrogenase)
Drug Interactions: +allopurinol (to reduce gouty attacks) -->metabolizes mercap to inactive form (reduce mercapt to 25%)
Term
Vincristine
Definition
Vinca alkaloid, antineoplastic, spindle toxin
- binds to tubulin dimer --> prevents polymerization, enhances depolymerization
-Toxicity: peripheral neuropathy, GI, (minimal myelosuppression - compared to vinblastine)
Term
Paclitaxel (taxol)
Definition
- antineoplastic, natural product
- stabilizes microtubule by binding to polymer -> can't retract for division
Term
Etoposide
Definition
Epipodophyllotoxin, antineoplastic
- blocks G2 phase by binding to topoisomerase II
Term
Anthracyclines (doxorubicin, daunorubicin)
Definition
-Antibiotic, antineoplastic
- binds between bases in DNA --> decreases synthesis; inhibits topoisomerase II, generates O2 radicals (arrest cells in G2)
- Toxicity: cardiomyopathy, O2 radicals
Term
Bleomycin
Definition
Antibiotic, antineoplastic
-Reduces Fe2+, Cu+--> O2 radicals --> DNA strand breaks (inhibits G2)
-Toxicity: pulmonary fibrosis, 100% O2 contraindicated, minimal O2 before surgery, but no myelosuppression
Term
Prednisone
Definition
Glucocorticoid, antineoplastic
-induces apoptosis in T lymphocytes
-can be given in case of liver failure
Term
Estrogens
-ethinyl estradiol
-Diethylstibestrol
Definition
-antineoplastic
-Treat prostate carcinomas --> inhibits LH thru neg feedback
-Side effects: tumor flare, hypertension, CHF, oxygen radicals
Term
Tamoxifen
Definition
-Antiestrogen, antineoplastic
-targets ER+ breast tumors, most effective if also PR+
-Side effects: hot flashes, tumor flare, endometrial cancer (Raloxifen is a better alternative)
Term
Aromatase inhibitors
-Anastrozole
-Letrozole
Definition
-antineoplastic
-used in post-menopausal breast ca, when estrogen is synth mostly in adipose tissue --> decreases estradiol
Side effects: Cyt P 450 inhibitor
Term
Flutamide
Definition
antiandrogen, antineoplastic
-treat prostatic carcinoma
-competes with testosterone
Side effects: blocks feedback inhibition of LH -> LH & testosterone (so use w LHRH)
Term
LHRH agonsists
-Leuprolide
-goserelin
Definition
-antineoplastic
-First causes LH rise, tumor flare ->internatlization & downregulation of receptors -> decrease LH / testosterone / estradiol (same as castration / oophorectomy)
Term
CO acute symptoms
Definition
Accute (fire)-->carboxy Hb--> hypoxia-->headache, tachycardia, tachypnea, coma, convulsions, resp failure, tightness in temporal area, confusion, loss of vision,
Term
CO treatment
Definition
O2: 100% initially, hyperbaric if severe
Term
CN industrial sources
Definition
Industrial: fumigation of ships, sterilization of soil, metallurgy
Term
CN household sources
Definition
plant seeds, silver polish, pesticides
Term
CN drug sources
Definition
metabolite of nitroprusside, a vasodilator for HTN
Term
CN mechanism
Definition
binds to cytochrome oxidase, stops ETC, blocks O2 utilization, death is due to resp failure
Term
CN symptoms
Definition
cellular hypoxia, no cyanosis, bright red venous blood, bitter almond breath, rapid coma
Term
CN treatment
Definition
amyl nitrite oxidizes limited Hb to methemoglobin, which competes with Cyt oxidase for CN and is eliminated, followed by IV sodium thiosulfate to accelerate detox via mitochondrial rhodanese. Last step is methylene blue to reduce methemoglobin to Hb.
Term
MeOH mechanism
Definition
alcohol dehydrogenase converts to formic acid, limited conversion to CO2 by folate dependent system, formic acid accumulates
Term
MeOH symptoms
Definition
irreversible blindness, metabolic acidosis, death
Term
MeOH treatment
Definition
EtOH competitive inhibitor, 10-20x greater affinity, Bicarb for metabolic acidosis, hemodialysis to remove MeOH and formic acid, folate to increase conversion to CO2
Term
Iron poisoning symptoms
Definition
GI irritation and bleeding, met. acidosis, hepatic failure, pulmonary edema
Term
Iron treatment
Definition
deferoxamine (desferal) if serum Fe greater than 400ug/ml
Term
Lead targets
Definition
erythrocytes, soft tissues, bone
Term
Lead poisoning symptoms
Definition
hypochromic microcytic anemia due to inhibition of heme synthesis and shortened RBC lifespan
Term
Pb toxic symptoms
Definition
peripheral neuropathy (wrist drop), encephalopathy, interstitial kidney damage, decreased fertility in women, GI issues
Term
Severe Pb Tx
Definition
Calcium disodium EDTA to remove from bone, dimercaprol to remove from tissues
Term
Less severe Pb Tx
Definition
penicillamine
Term
Pediatric Pb Tx
Definition
Succimer
Term
characteristics of CAHs
Definition
persistent in environment, lipophilic, cross BBB to affect CNS, cross placenta, secreted in milk
Term
Acute CAH poisoning symptoms
Definition
CNS issues, cardiac arrhythmias, fibrillation, liver and kidney damage, severe skin eruptions (chloracne)
Term
Chronic CAH poisoning symptoms
Definition
liver damage and enlargement, hepatic porphyria 2' to induction of d-aminolevulinate synthase-->overproduction, accumulation, and increased excretion of porphyrins in urine, reproductive damage, cancer
Term
Tx of CAH poisoning
Definition
cholestyramine increases fecal elimination by removing bile salts. Also, activated charcoal and anticonvulsants can help.
Term
Paraquat
Definition
bipyridyl herbicide, targets lungs, liver, kidneys
Term
Paraquat mechanism
Definition
undergoes cyclic redox, generates superoxide radicals, H2O2, and OH radicals, which induce lipid peroxidation. Lipid peroxides damage membranes and enzymes--> inflammation--> widespread proliferation of fibroblasts--> pulmonary fibrosis
Term
Paraquat Tx
Definition
gastric lavage, hemodialysis, hemoperfusion, activated charcoal, NOT O2!!!
Term
Warfarin clinical presentation
Definition
GI bleeding (melena), hematuria, epistaxis, multiple ecchymotic lesions, increased prothrombin time.
Term
Warfarin Tx
Definition
Vitamin K. If seriously bleeding, fresh frozen plasma or factor IX concentrate is given. Activated charcoal removes it from the gut and cholestyramine directly binds warfarin and blocks enterohepatic recirculation.
Term
Warfarin interactions as drug
Definition
Sulfa potentiates it by inhibiting the inactivator, cyt. P-450. dose must be lowered
Term
phase I of drug biotransformation
Definition
creation or unmasking of chemical group required for phase II
Term
phase II of drug biotransformation
Definition
drug undergoes conjugation rxns with endogenous substances, usually cytoplasmic (except glucuronosyltransferases)
Term
Cytochrome P450 rxns require what components?
Definition
requires NADPH cyt P450 reductase (a flavoprotein), cytochrome P450 (a hemoprotein), and membrane lipids.
Term
CYP reactions catalyze what?
Definition
oxidization, using one O atom to hydroxylate drug- Monooxygenase. most commonly oxidates, hydroxylates, dealkylates, and deaminates
Term
Most common CYP isozyme
Definition
CYP3A4, accounts for 50% of all Cyp-mediated drug oxidation rxns. Large active site, which can be occupied by 2 drugs at once!
Term
CYP2E1
Definition
Induced by chronic EtOH abuse
Term
drug that skips phase I and phase II, can be directly excreted?
Definition
Streptomycin and Gentamycin
Term
Cyp inhibitors
Definition
Grapefruit juice, ketoconazole, metronidazole, erythromycin
Term
Cyp inducers
Definition
Rifampin, Isoniazid, St. John's Wort
Term
cause of red-man syndrome
Definition
vancomycin allergic response
Term
products of COXs
Definition
Prostaglandins (PGs), prostacyclins(PGI2), thromboxane (TXA2)
Term
Products of lipoxygenases
Definition
HPETEs, HETEs, LTs, LXs
Term
PLA2 function and drugs
Definition
cleaves phospholipids to release arachadonic acid for processing into eicosanoids. Dexamethasone inhibits it.
Term
Dexamethasone
Definition
glucocorticoid, inhibits PLA2, also directly suppresses COX-2 expression
Term
Drug that irreversibly inactivates COX 1
Definition
Aspirin acetylates it
Term
Reversible inactivators of COX 1
Definition
NSAIDs except aspirin
Term
COX-2 selective antagonist
Definition
celecoxib (also vioxx, but it was too selective) avoids some kidney/GI irritation
Term
function of COX-2
Definition
local inflammation (not GI or Kidney)
Term
COX-3
Definition
COX-1 variant, targeted by acetominophen in CNS
Term
PGE 1,2 (Prostaglandins)
Definition
Increase cAMP (Good)
- vasodilator
- decrease platelet aggregation
- decrease gastric acid
- relax bronchial muscle
Decrease cAMP (Bad)
- increase uterine muscle tone
- increase pain & temperature
Term
PGI-2 (prostacyclins)
Definition
Increase cAMP (good)

vasodilator
decrease platelet aggregation
increases Renin
Decrease gastric acid
Relax bronchial muscle & uterine tone
(side effect = pain)
Term
TXA2 (Thromboxane)
Definition
Increases Ca++ (bad)
vasoconstrictor
increase platelet aggregation
contract bronchial muscle
increase uterine muscle tone
Term
Leukotrienes
Definition
Increases Ca++ (bad)
decrease blood volume
Increase leukocyte aggregatoin
GI muscle contraction
bronchial muscle contraction --> edema
pain
Term
PAF
Definition
• Stimulates G-protein coupled receptors → phospholipase C, D, A2
• Vasodilator, increases vascular permeability (edema), platelet aggregation, generates superoxide (reactive oxygen species)
• Stimulates smooth muscle contraction
• MOST POTENT ULCEROGENIC SUBSTANCE
• Inhibitor = prostacyclins
Term
Serotonin is synthesized from
Definition
tryptophan
Term
Kinin effects on cardiovascular system
Definition
Vasodilate arteries
Vasoconstrict veins
Contraction of endothelial cells
Term
NO mechanism
Definition
activates guanylyl cyclase -> produces cGMP -> activates protein kinase G -> relaxes smooth muscle & increases vascular tone; facilitates neurotransmitter release
Term
Penicillin mechanism
Definition
Cell wall synthesis inhibitor
B-lactam binds to PBPs
-inhibited by B lactamase
Term
Cephalosporin mechanism
Definition
cell wall inhibitor, bind to PBPs but more resistant to B-lactamase
1st gen = G+ --> later gen = G-
Term
Vancomycin mechanism
Definition
cell wall synth inhibitor
irriversibly binds peptidoglycan precursor
not susceptible to B-lactamase
Term
Aminoglycoside mechanism
Definition
binds to 30S subunit to inhibit protein synth
high renal & ototoxicity (cochlear = irriversible, vestibular = reversible)
Term
Tetracycline mechanism
Definition
Block tRNA binding to 30S subunit
Adverse effects
-discoloration of teeth
-hepatotoxicity
-nephrotoxicity, phototoxicity
Term
Macrolides
Definition
-bind 50S subunit
-ex: erythromycin
-G+
Term
Clindamycin mechanism
Definition
Binds to 50S
Adverse effects = may cause superinfection by C difficile
Term
Fluoroquinolones
Definition
Inhibit DNA gyrase (topoisomerase)
CNS problems w/ coffee
Phototoxicity
Term
IV antibiotics
Definition
aminoglycosides & vancomycin
Term
Antibiotics not used in children
Definition
tetracycline, doxycycline, fluoroquinolones
Term
Azoles & erythromycin - common mechanism
Definition
inhibit CYP 450
Term
Teratogenic antibiotics
Definition
aminoglycosides (ototoxicity)
tetracycline
TMP-SMX (neural tube defects)
Fluoroquinolones
Term
Cell wall synth inhibitors (abx)
Pregnancy safe?
Definition
yes! human cells don't have cell walls
Term
Solution for ototoxicity from aminoglycosides?
Definition
Once-daily dosing
- higher initial dose doesn't affect renal toxicity because receptors are saturated
- drug levels below toxicity line still work due to post-antibiotic effect
Term
Post antibiotic effect
Definition
Aminoglycosides interfere w protein synthesis (bactericidal)
which leads to wrong acids incorporated --> bad proteins continue after abx given (bacteriostatic)
Term
TB treatment
Definition
Rifampin & Isoniazid - 6 months
Pyrazinamide & Ethambutol - first 2 months
Term
Isoniazid metabolims
Definition
Metabolized by n-acetyltransferase in the liver (Phase 2)
-> CYP2E1 & CYP450 (phase 1) -> acetylhydrazine then reacts w proteins --> liver necrosis (heptatitis)
Term
Ampicillin + Gentamicin / vancomycin + gentamicin interaction
Definition
Ampicillin/vanco makes pores in cell wall --> aminoglycoside can enter
Then aminoglycoside dose is reduced, reducing toxicity
Term
eryhtromycin / -azole's + cyclosporin / warfarin
Definition
inhibit cyp450 -> increase plasma concentration of CSA / warfarin -> increase renal toxicity / bleeding
Term
Rifampin + azoles
Definition
rifampin is a cyp-inducer ->incerases metabolism of azoles -> decreases their action
Term
Sulfonamides / TMP-SMX + methotrexate / warfarin
Definition
Sulfonamides occupy albumin -> displace other drugs -> increase toxicity of methotrexate / warfarin
TMP-SMX also inhibits Cyp450 -> prevents metabolism of warfarin
Term
Fluoroquinolones + caffeine / theophylline
Definition
Fluoroquinolones inhibit caffeine/theophylline metabolism -> increases levels -> causes seizures (caffeine)
Term
Causes arthropathy in children
Definition
fluoroquinolones
Term
Causes kernicterus in neonates / fetuses
Definition
TMP-SMX (sulfonamides)
Term
Cause calcification of teeth & bone
Definition
tetracyclines
Term
What drug can you use when erythromycin causes adverse effects / interactions?
Definition
azithromycin
Term
Tetracyclines / fluoroquinolones + milk & antacids (metals)
Definition
abx absorption is inhibited --> phototoxicity - don't drink milk or take antacids, stay out of sun
Term
Erythromycin contraindication
Definition
impaired liver function (because it accumulates in the liver)
Term
otitis media treatment
Definition
1) amoxicillin (mostly G+ - for staph pneumo)
2) if resistant to penicillin - Amoxicillin + Clavulanate
3) If amoxicillin causes diarrhea - 2nd gen ceph (Cefprozil / Cefuroxime)
Term
Surgical prophylaxis regimin
Definition
Protects against Staph
1) Cefazolin (IV) - 1st gen ceph
2) Penicillin allergy / MRSA -> Vancomycin
Term
UTI Treatment
Definition
Caused by E coli, E fecalis, Proteus, S saprophyticus
1) TMP-SMX (oral)
2) if causes rash -> Ciprofloxacin
3) If pregnant -> Cephalexin - 1st gen ceph
Term
1st gen Cephalosporin coverage
Definition
Cefazolin
PEcK - proteus, E coli, Klebsiella
Term
2nd gen cephalosporin coverage
Definition
Cefprozil, Cefurozime
HENPEcK
- H influenza, E aerogenes, Neisseria, Proteus, E coli, Klebsiella
Term
3rd Gen cephalosporin coverage
Definition
Ceftriaxone, Cefotaxime
- More gram - (like pseudomonas)
- used for meningitis & gonorrhea
Term
Amphotericin B mechanism
Definition
binds to ergasterol on fungal membrane
fungalcidal
Term
Amphotericin B adverse effects
Definition
given IV
Renal toxicity
**OK for pregnant women
Term
Fluctyosine mechanism
Definition
Inhibits thymidylate synthase & RNA synthesis in fungus
Can combine w amphotericin B
Term
Flucytosine adverse effects
Definition
Bone marrow depression (don't use in ADIS pts)
Term
Ketoconazle (itraconazole, fluconazole)
Mechanism
Definition
blocks Ergasterol synthesis by inhibiting Cyp-450
Fungistatic
Term
Ketoconazole adverse effects
Definition
inhibits sex steroid synthesis -> impotence, infertility
Term
-Azole uses
Definition
Keto - candidiasis, coccidoidomycosis
Itraconazole - Aspergillosis
Fluconazole - meningeal, UTIs, prophylaxis
Term
Candida albicans treatment
Definition
Severe = amphotericin B
Mild = fluconazole / itraconazole
Term
Cryptococcosis treatment
Coccidioidomycosis tx
Definition
Nonmeningial = Ampho B
Meningitis = Ampho B + Flucytosine (intrathecal ampho for AIDS)
Mild = fluconazole
Term
Aspergillosis treatment
Definition
amphotericin
mild = itracon / fluconazole
Term
Histoplasmosis treatmnet
Definition
amphotericin B
Mild = itra/fluc
Term
Blastomycosis tx
Definition
Amphotericin B
Mild = itra / ketoconazole
Term
Prophylactic fungal treatment for AIDS
Definition
Fluconazole
Term
Athletes foot, vaginal candidiasis treatmetn
Definition
Clotrimazole / miconazole (topical)
Fluconazole for vaginal candidiasis
Term
Amphotericin + Flucytosine interaction
Definition
Amphotericin makes pores
Flucytosine enters thru pores
Term
Doxorubicin toxicity
Definition
cardiomyopathy (from O2 radicals)
Term
Cyclophosphamide toxicity + solution
Definition
Hemorrhagic cystitis - urine appears pink Solution - take with Mesna
Term
Bleomycin / Busulfan toxicity
Definition

Pulmonary fibrosis (drug accumulates in lung)

Symptoms: dyspnea, non-productive cough

Term
Cisplatin toxicity
Definition
Nephrotoxicity
Term
Vincristine toxicity
Definition

Peripheral neuropathy

Symptoms: tingling of hands/feet

Solution: give vinblastine

Term
Cytarabine toxicity
Definition

Cerebral dysfunction

Symptoms: ataxia, poor coordination, confusion, seizure, coma

Term
Synthetic nitrosoureas uses & toxicity
Definition

Tx of Brain tumors

Toxicity: myelosuppression

Term
Streptozotocin uses & toxicity
Definition

Used for pancreatic islet cell carcinoma

Toxicity: diabetogenic - kills beta cells

Term
Aromatase inhibitors
Definition

Treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women

Blocks estrone synthesis in adipose tissue 

Term
Prostate cancer hormonal therapy
Definition

LHRH agonist (leuporide, goserelin)

Diethylstilbestrol

Flutamide (anti-androgen)

Term

LHRH agonist mechanism

(Leuprolide, Goserelin)

Definition
Synthetic LHRH -> pituitary constantly secreting LH -> continuous stimulation of receptors at testis (or ovary) -> desensitization & internatlization of receptors -> decrease testosterone (or estradiol)
Term
Flutamide mechanism
Definition
  • For prostate cancer
  • Use in combo w LHRH
  • -> hydroxyflutamine -> Competitive inhibitor of testosterone receptor
  • Consequence = testosterone can't act as negative feedback at hypothalamus/pituitary -> produces more LH / testosterone (opposite of what you want, so use in combo w LHRH agonist)
Term
Methotrexate toxicity + solution
Definition
High dose methotrexate (given due to decreased dihydrofolate reductase affinity mutation) -> give leucovorin to protect regular cells
Term
E histolytica treatment
Definition

cyst ingested -> trophozoites form & can cross lumen into tissues. cysts remain in lumen -> excreted -> infect others

  • Metronidazole: DNA damage to parasite; oxygen inhibits this
    • Tissue amebicide + partial lumen (use w other lumen amebicide - like paramomycin - ok in pregnant women bc not absorbed at all)
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