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Pharm 0586 Exam 2
F pharm
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Pharmacology
Graduate
04/10/2012

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Term
Levothryoxine
Definition
Synthetic T4 hormone
makes excitable cells more excitable
Term
Zoledronic acid (Reclast, Zometa)
Definition
1/year injection, new bisphosphonate
very effective at treating osteoporosis, hypercalcemia
risk of kidney failure
Term
Alendronate (Fosamax)
Definition
new bisphosphonate
for osteoporosis and pagets disease
Risk for esophageal errosion and bone fractures
Term
Risedronate (Actonel)
Definition
pyridinal bisphosphonate
osteoporosis and pagets disease
Risk for esophageal errosion and bone fractures
Term
Ibandronate (Boniva)
Definition
1/month pill bisphosphonate
osteoporosis and pagets disease
Risk for bone fractures
Term
Raloxifene (Evista)
Definition
selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM)
for post menopausal osteoporosis
acts as estrogen receptor agonist in bone, antagonist in breast and uterus
risk of venous thromboembolism
Term
Teriparatide (Forteo)
Definition
parathyroid hormone
for postmenopausal osteoporosis
Toxicity of nausea, dizziness, leg cramps
very expensive but also very effective (especially in spine)
Term
Calcitriol
Definition
active Vitamin D
for osteoporosis and hypoparathyroidism
increase intestianal Ca2 absorption
does not require metabolism in liver
Term
Pamidronate (aredia)
Definition
bisphosphonate
for hypercalciemia
toxicity: osteonecrosis of jaw
Term
Calcitonin
Definition
hormone for hypercalcemia, paget's disease
inhibits osteolysis, increasing Ca excretion by kidney
Toxicity: rash, vomiting, salmon allergy
Term
Mebendazole (vermox)
Definition
GI only for pinworm infections
Term
Albendazole (albenza)
Definition
Systemic for pinworm infections
metabolized in liver
Term
Pyrantel Pamoate (antiminth, Pin-X OTC)
Definition
for pinworm infections
broad spectrum that activates cholinergic nicotonic receptors in muslces of nematode- paralizes worms for excretion
Term
Mebendazole and Albendazole
Definition
Nematode (from undercooked pork) both bind with high affinity to B-tubulin
Term
Mebendazole (and albendazole for "creeping erputions)
Definition
Hookworm (through skin contact) and flukes
anemia and bloodloss
Term
Praziquantel (Biltricide)
Definition
Pork Tapeworm (Beef, fish and dwarf tapeworm)
induces contraction and paralysis of worm's muscles by increase in Ca2 ion influx
Neurocysticercosis treated wth dexamethasone, albendazole and praziquantel
add a purgative 2 hours after treatment to excrete all the eggs
Term
Metronidazole, Iodoquinol, Paromomycin
Definition
Protozoal infections
Term
Imipramine (tofranil)
Definition
tricyclic antidepressant for BEDWETTING and depression
Seratonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors
pseudoephedrine (also ↑ NE)
cardiovascular side effects, OD in danger of dying, antimuscarinic Ses, postural hypotension, reflex tachycardia, weight gain
Term
ALL ANTIDEPRESSANTS: Adaptive changes in receptor downregulation are the causes of the effects seen weeks after the onset of drug therapy. Narrow theraputic window
Definition
Term
Amitriptyline (Elavil)
Definition
tricyclic antidepressant, sedating and anticholinergic
Seratonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors
pseudoephedrine (also ↑ NE)
cardiovascular side effects, OD in danger of dying, antimuscarinic Ses, postural hypotension, reflex tachycardia, weight gain
Term
Paroxetine (Paxil)
Definition
SSRI
short acting similar to prozac
quick metabolism, weight gain
front line drug
Term
Citarlpram and Escitalopram (Celexa nd Lexapro)
Definition
SSRI
similar to sirtriline, long acting
few drug interactions
front line drug
Term
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Definition
SSRI
similar to prozac
less potential for CYP-based drug interactions
front line drug
Term
Fluoxetine (Prozac) IMPORTANT
Definition
SSRI
depression, social phobias, eating disorders, OCD, premenstrual dysphoric disorder
fine tremors, low OD risk, headache, Drug interactions in liver, slow metabolism
front line drug
Term
Venlafaxine (Effexor) and Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq)
Definition
SNRI
depression and generalized anxiety
few cardiac SEs
second line
Term
Trazadone (Desyrel) Nefazadone (Serzone)
Definition
SNRI for depression
VERY SEDATING
long lasting erection
Second line drug
Term
Duloxetiene (Cymbalta)
Definition
SNRI for Musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain
fewer cardiovascular Ses than tri-c's but less than SSRIs
Term
Bupropion (Wellbutrin) IMPORTANT
Definition
Different Depression Drug
for lethargic depression, addictions
acts on dopamine receptors
seizures, CNS STIMULATION, less sex Ses
Term
Atomoxetine (Strattera) IMPORTANT
Definition
Selective NE reuptake inhibitor
for ADHD
Term
Phenelzine (Nardil)
Definition
MAO for depression
long acting
seratonin inhibitors "seratonin syndrome" (tremors, hypertension and seizures)
lots of drug-drug and drug-food interactions and toxicity, CNS Stimulation, Orthostatic hypotension
Backup drugs
Term
Selegiline (Emsam)
Definition
MAO for parkinsins and depression
CNS short acting
seratonin inhibitors "seratonin syndrome" (tremors, hypertension and seizures)
lots of drug-drug and drug-food interactions and toxicity, CNS Stimulation, Orthostatic hypotension
Backup drugs
Term
Lithium
Definition
mood stabilizer bipolar disorder
1/2 life of 24 hours impaired renal function, NSAIDS, sodium depleted px
very narrow theraputic range, must moniter blood levels, GI, neuromuscular, CNS effects, cardiovascular
should not change anything without informing Dr.
Term
Carbamazapene (tegretol) Valproic acad analogs (Dpeakene) Clonazepam (Klonopin)
Definition
anti-epileptic and bipolar disorder
Term
Lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse)
Definition
prodrug amphetamine
low abuse
Term
Methamphetamine (Desoxyn) "speed"
Definition
long acting amphetamine
very intense CNS effects
Term
Methylphenidate (ritalin)
Definition
amphetamine for ADD
acts on locus ceruleus to release NE
Term
Modafanil (Provigil) Armodafanil (Nuvigil)
Definition
non-amphetamine stimulants for narcolepsy
Term
Cocaine
Definition
Inhibits reuptake of NE and DA
anesthetic and Vasoconstrictor
○ CNS stimulation, Euphoria, reinforcing effects on reward centers
○ Appetite suppression
○ Paranoia, hallucinations, psychosis
○ Tolerance and dependence
○ Increased confidence and social activity
treat withdrawal with:
○ L-DOPA
○ Buproprion (antidepressant)
○ Bromocriptine (dopamine agonist)
Term
Theophylline
Definition
treatment of asthma
Can be used to stimulate respiration in preterm infants
Relaxes bronchioles (HIGH doses)
Term
Aminophylline
Definition
treatment of asthema
Term
Strychnine
Definition
spinal cord stimulant in rat poison
antagonist of glycine (NT)
treat with benzodiazepines
Term
Tetanus Toxin
Definition
spinal cord stimulant
Cause seizures of extensor muscles, jaw lock
inhibits release of glycine in NTs
Term
Theophylline and Caffeine
Definition
respiratory stimulant for preterm infants
Term
Penicillin G (parenteral), V (oral), G Procaine (IM), G Benzathine (IM)
Definition
resemble subunit in cell wall and prevent synthesis. cause leaky cell wall. Lysis ensues
no cell wall in mycoplasma, will not work
poor oral absorption
excreted by kidney- Probenecid slows excretion
Term
Synergism of antibiotics:
Definition
1. Blockade of sequential enzymatic steps (trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazloe-sulfonamide drugs)
2. inhibiting exazymatic inactivation of the antibiotic (beta-lactamase inhibitor + beta-lactam antibiotic)
3. enhance antibiotic uptake by bacteria (aminoglycoside + beta-lactam antibiotic)
Term
Methicillin, Nafcillin, Oxacillin
Definition
Penicillinase Resitant Penicillin- Anti-staphylococcal Penicillin
For STAPH INFECTIONS, not MRSA
FOR GRAM +ve ONLY
poor oral absorption, highly bound to plama proteins leading to failure
Eliminated via Bile!!!!!
Term
Ampicillin, Amoxicillin
Definition
Extended Spectrum Penicillins FOR GRAM NEG BACTERIA
very good oral absorption
can cause non-allergic skin rashes (if viral infection)
Used to treat [HELPS ME]:
Heaemophilus, Ecoli, Listeria, Proteus, Salmonella, Strept pyogenes, Moraxella, Enterococcus
Term
Ticarcillin, Piperacillin combos
Definition
ANTIPSEUDOMONAL Penicillin
high sodium contraind if CHF or renal failure (Pip less), bleeding
more active against gram - bacilli
Term
Aztreonam
Definition
monobactam beta-lactam antibiotic
against GRAM -ve Bacilli (pseudomonas)
NO ALLERGIC reactions
Term
Imipenem + cilastatin
Definition
carbapenems, very BROAD spectrum
Term
Clavulanic acid, Tazobactam
Definition
Beta-lactamase inhibitor
extends life of other antibiotics
Term
vancomycin
Definition
for MRSA, methicillin resistant staph aureus
Term
alternatives to Nificillin
Definition
Vefazolin, Vancomycin, Clindamycin, TMP-SMX
Term
alternatives to Vancomycin
Definition
Use Linezolid, TMP-SMX, long acting tetracycline family member, newer antibiotics with activity against staph aureus- Tigecycline, Quinupristin-Dalfopristin
Term
Agents that inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis
Definition
Penicillins, cephalosporins, vancomycin, bacitracin
Term
Agents that alter cell membrane permeability
Definition
Polymyxin B (essentially punches a hole in cell membrane of bacteria causing a leakage of intracellular components)
Term
Agents that inhibit bacterial protein synthesis
Definition
Via 50S ribosomal subunit
• Chloramphenicol, macrolides, clindamycin, Q/D, Linezolid
Via 30S ribosomal subunit
• Aminoglycosides, tetracyclines
Term
Agents that inhibit synthesis of nucleic acids in bacteria
Definition
Fluoroquinolones
Term
Agents that act as antimetabolites to block key metabolic steps
Definition
Trimethoprim and sulfonamides
Term
Methicillin
Definition
can cause interstitial nephritis (type 4 hypersensitivity) mediated by T lymphocytes
Term
cause of otitis media
Definition
Streptococcus pneumoniae (gram-positive cocci)
Haemophilus influenzae (gram negative bacilli), nontypable
Moraxella catarrhalis (gram negative cocci)

and treatment is Amoxicillin (+ clavulanic acid)
or if allergic, a 2nd gen cephalosporin CEFPROZIL
Term
first generation cephalosporins
Definition
cePHalothin
cePHapirin
cePHradine
cePHalexin *
ceFAZolin * surgical prophylaxis
ceFADroxil

DO not penetrate CNS, degraded by beta-lactamases, good for gram positives
Term
second generation cephalosporins
Definition
FAM FUR FOX TE(A) PRO MET NIC

DO not penetrate CNS except Cefuroxime but NOT good activity against MENINGITIS, GOOD FOR RESPIRATORY, skin and urinary infections
Term
3rd generations cephalosporins
Definition
contain a T in their names. GOOD FOR CNS MENINGITIS and gram negatives, resistant to beta-lactamases

CefTriaxone
CefTizoxime
CefTazidinme
Cefixime)
Term
Ceftriaxone
Definition
has longest half life of all cephalosporins (8 hours)
Good for GONORRHEA
Eliminated via bile- ok for renal failure
Term
Should not _______ when taking cephalosporin antibiotic.
Definition
Drink alcohol
Term
4th generatio cephalosproins
Definition
most resistant to beta-lactamases, good for Pseudomonas and Enterobacter UTI
Cefepime
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