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Naturally occurring estrogen
For primary hypogonadism; Menopausal therapy; Suppression of ovarian fxn (acne, hirsutism, amenorrhea); Contraception |
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alpha-glucosidase inhibitor
Reduces conversion of starch to glucose
Reduces postprandial glucose |
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Anti-steroid
Blocks aromatase, p450sc (at high doses)
For Cushing's Syndrome
Causes hypothyroid? |
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Aromatase Inhibitor
For Advanced BRCA in postmenopausal women |
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Rapid Acting Insulin
Onset 5-15 min
DUration 3-4 hours |
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Long-acting glucocorticoid
ANti-inflammatory |
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DA Agonist
For Hyperprolactinemia; Acromegaly; Parkinson's disease
SUppresses PRL and GH |
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SERM - Partial estrogen agonist
Inhibits negative feedback on hypothalamus to increase gonadotropin production
Ovarian stimulation
1st line for ovarian stimulation (PCOS, IVF, infertility) |
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Naturally occurring estrogen
For primary hypogonadism; Menopausal therapy; Suppression of ovarian fxn (acne, hirsutism, amenorrhea); Contraception |
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Synthetic ACTH
Use for ACTH stimulation test to diagnose Addison's |
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Synthetic C-19 Progestin
For Contraception; Endometriosis; DYsmenorrhea |
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Long Acting Insulin
Onset 1-2 hours
Duration 24 hours |
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Long-acting glucocorticoid
Anti-inflammatory
Suppresses Cortisol by decreasing ACTH
To test for Cushings |
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alpha1 Adrenergic receptor antagonist
For BPH; Urinary Retention; HTN
May cause retograde ejactulation |
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Synthetic C-17 Progestin
For Contraception; Endometriosis; Dysmenorrhea
- Spironolactone analog that acts as aldosterone antagonist |
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5 alpha-reductase Inhibitor
For BPH; Urinary retention
Contraindication: Women and Children |
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Synthetic Estrogen
For primary hypogonadism; Menopausal therapy; Suppression of ovarian fxn (acne, hirsutism, amenorrhea); Contraception |
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Incretin-based
Analong of GLP-1 to reduce post-meal glucose excursions.
Increases glucose-mediated insulin release, lowers glucagon levels, slows gastric emptying |
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5 alpha-reductase Inhibitor
For BPH; Urinary retention
Contraindication: Women and Children |
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Synthetic Aldosterone (mineralocorticoid)
Salt-retaining |
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Competitive Androgen receptor antagonist
For Prostate Cancer
Reversible hepatic toxicity |
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Long Acting Insulin
Onset 1-2 hours
Duration 24 hours |
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| Glipizide/Glyburide/Glimepiride |
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Sulfonylureas
Insulin Secretagogues (close K/ATP channels)
Pts with functioning Beta cells |
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SYnthetic GnRH
For Ovarian stimulation/Ovulation in duction; Hypothalmic amenorrhea |
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LH Agonists
For Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism |
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GnRH Agonist
For Androgen suppression - Prostate Cancer; Mitigates precocious puberty
Leads to hypogonadism |
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| Insulin Drugs that make you gain Weight |
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All synthetic Insulins
Sulfonylureas
TZDs |
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Tx for hyperthyroidism (to cool patients down)
Inhibits proteolysis of thyroglobulin
Temporary use |
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Aromatase Inhibitor
For Advanced BRCA in postmenopausal women |
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GnRH Agonist
For Androgen suppression - Prostate Cancer; Mitigates precocious puberty
Leads to hypogonadism |
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Synthetic C-19 Progestin
For Contraception; Endometriosis; DYsmenorrhea |
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Pure, synthetic T4
DOC for hypothyroidism |
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Combination of T4 and T3
For hypothyroidism |
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Rapid Acting Insulin
Onset 5-15 min
DUration 3-4 hours |
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Pure, synthetic T3
For hypothyroidism
Expensive |
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| Medroxyprogesterone Acetate |
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Synthetic C-21 Progestin
For Contraception; Palliative Tx of endometrial carcinoma |
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Synthetic C-21 Progestin
For Contraception; Palliative Tx of endometrial carcinoma |
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Synthetic Estrogen
For primary hypogonadism; Menopausal therapy; Suppression of ovarian fxn (acne, hirsutism, amenorrhea); Contraception |
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Biguanide
Reduces gluconeogenesis
No weight gain |
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Thinamide
DOC for hyperthyroidism (it's antithyroid)
Blocks tyroid hormone formation
Dont use in 1st trimester
Risk: obstructive jaundice, agranulocytosis, vasculitis, aplastic anemia |
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Androgen receptor agonist
For Androgen hormone replacemtnt therapy; Osteoporosis; Growth stimulation in children; Gynecologic disorders |
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Blocks cortisol synthesis
Inhibits p450c11
Use to diagnose adrenal insufficiency |
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Naturally-occurring progestin
For Contraception (thickend cervical mucus, inhibits GnRH secretion) |
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Progesterone Antagonist
For Post-coital contraception; Abortafacient (<7 weeks)
- Prevent ovulation by suppressing LH surge
- Impairs blastocyst implantation |
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Intermediate acting insulin
Onset 1-3 hours
Duration 16-24 hours |
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Synthetic C-19 Progestin
For Contraception; Endometriosis; DYsmenorrhea |
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Synthetic C-19 Progestin
For Contraception; Endometriosis; DYsmenorrhea |
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Synthetic C-19 Progestin
For Contraception; Endometriosis; DYsmenorrhea |
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Thiazolidinedione (TZD)
PPAR-gamma gene expression. Reduces insulin resistance. Insulin Sensitizer |
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Antithyroid
For hyperthyroidism
Ionic inhibitor |
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Amylin Analog - for DM
Reduces post-meal glucose excursions, lowers glucagon levels, slows gastric emptying, decreases appetite |
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alpha1 Adrenergic receptor antagonist
For BPH; Urinary Retention; HTN
May cause retograde ejactulation |
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Short-medium acting Glucocorticoid
Anti0inflammatory, salt-retaining |
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Thionamide
For Hyperthyroidism (It's antithyroid)
BLocks TPO (Oxidation of iodide)
Use in 1st trimester of pregnancy
Risk: agranulocytosis, rashes, hepatitis, vasculitis, aplastic anemia, hepatic necrosis |
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Safe, effective ablative therapy for hyperthyroidism (goiter)
- Onset in 6-12 weeks
- Full effect in 3-6 months
Never use during pregnancy |
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SERM
Prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women; Prophylaxis for breast cancer
Agonist in bone, Antagonist in breast/Endometrium
Risk of DVT |
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Gonadotropin - mimics FSH
For ovarian stimulation |
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Regular Acting Insulin
Onset 30 min
Duration 5-8 hours |
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Glitinide
Insulin secretagogue, increases glycogen/fat/protein formation, gene regulation
No weight gain |
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| Sildenafil/Tadalafi/Vardenafil |
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Type 5 PDE Inhibitors
For Erectile Dysfunction and pulmonary HTN
Contraindication: Nitrates |
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Incretin-based
DPP-4 Inhibitor - BLocks degradation of GLP-1.
Reduced post-meal glucose, increases glucose-mediated insulin release, lowers glucagon levels, slows gastric emptying, decreases appetite |
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Aldosterone receptor blocking agent
For primary hyperaldosteronism |
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SERM
For ER+ BRCA and prophylaxis
Antagonist in breast, Agonist in uterus
Risk of endometrial hyperplasia and DVT |
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alpha1A Adrenergic receptor antagonist (Most specific for bladder smooth muscle)
For BPH; Urinary Retention
May cause retograde ejactulation |
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alpha1 Adrenergic receptor antagonist
For BPH; Urinary Retention; HTN
May cause retograde ejactulation |
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SERM
For Advanced, metastatic BRCA
Antagonist in breast, Agonist in uterus |
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Very Long ACting Insulin
Onset 4-6 hours
Duration 32+ hours |
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Gonadotropin - mimics LH
For Ovarian stimulation |
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Gonadotropin - mix of FSH and LH
For Ovarian stimulation |
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Gonadotropin - mix of FSH, LH, hCG
For ovarian stimulation |
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