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04/06/2009

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Term
Clindamycin
Definition
Lincosamide
MOA: Block protein synthesis by bacterial
ribosomes
RES: 1) rRNA methylation/adenylation
2) altered ribosomal proteins
10% of topical application is
absorbed
SE: Bloody diarrhea
Pseudomembranous colitis
Tx: Acne vulgaris
Term
Bacitracin
Definition
Polypeptide Cell Wall Inhibitor MOA: Binds membrane lipid carrier molecule → ↓ cell wall comp. Administer: topical (often w/neomycin & polymyxin B) SE: allergic contact dermatitis TX: Gram (+) bacteria, Anaerobes (cocci)
Term
Metronidazole
Definition
MOA: Produces compounds
toxic to DNA RES: (Rare, unknown mechanisms)
Administer: oral or IV
Distribution: great, CNS
SE: Possible carcinogen
Contraind: pregnancy & lactation ↓ elimination of lithium & ergot
derivatives...(no alcohol!)
TX: Effective against Dermodex brevis;
Anti-inflammatory; Acne rosacea
Term
Mupirocin
Definition
MOA: Effective against most gram (+) Intranasal preparation SE: PEG vehicle can irritate nasal mucosa TX: Impetigo (S. aureus & S. pyogenes)
Term
Neomycin
Definition
Aminoglycoside
MOA: 1) Block protein synthesis by
bacterial ribosomes
2) Disrupt magnesium bridges in
LPS
RES: 1) Modifying enzymes (most com.)
2) Efflux pumping
3) Altered ribosome binding
Administer: IM or IV (Topical here)
Post-ABX Effect: persistent
suppression after drug removal
Conc.-Dependent Killing:
↑ concentrations → better killing
SE: Nephrotoxicity, Ototoxicity (Streptomycin) (Mostly systemic administration)
Term
Polymyxin
Definition
Effective against most gram (-) Topical TX: P. aeruginosa E. coli, enterobacter Klebsiella
Term
Ketoconazole
Definition
Interax: benzos → ↑sedation
statins → rhabdomyolysis
SE: Gynecomastia
Hepatitis
Ventricular dysfx
TX: Chronic gen. MC candidiasis
Dermatophytes
Term
Fluconazole
Definition
Effective against dermatophyte
infection
Cream, shampoo, lotion, vagial
tablets, suppositories
Seborrheic dermatitis
Candidiasis
Term
Griseofulvin
Definition
MOA: Effective against growing cells
Inhibits fungal cell wall synthesis
MET: Fine microcystal suspension
SE: Diarrhea
Photosensitivity
Headaches
Contraind: porphyria, liver dysfx TX: Tinea infections
Term
Terbinafine
Definition
Allylamines Anti-Fungal
MOA: Inhibit ergosterol synthesis
TX: Dermatophytes
Term
Acyclovir
Definition
Ointment Anti-Viral
MOA:
Guanine nucleoside analog
Viral thymidine kinase produces analog →
binds viral DNA polymerase & inactivates
MET: Valacyclovir −(rapidly)→ acyclovir
SE: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Headache, renal dysfx
Resistance: altered/deficient viral
thymidine kinase or
viral DNA polymerase
TX: HSV
VZV
Term
Penciclovir
Definition
Decreases viral shedding (time) & ↓time to healing Cream Applied at first sign of infection MOA: Guanine nucleoside analog Inhibits viral DNA synthesis Famciclovir is a prodrug metabolized to active penciclovir SE: Nausea, diarrhea Headache Tumors, testicular toxicity TX: Acute herpes zoster, Recurrent oro-labial HSV
Term
Lindane
Definition
Antiectoparasite
Shampoo or lotion
~Absorbed via skin, ↑in fatty tissue,
excreted in urine in 5 days
SE: Hematotoxicity (?)
Neurotoxicity
Pediculosis capitis
Pediculosis pubis
Scabies
Term
Sulfur
Definition
Antiectoparasite
SE: Skin staining
Unpleasant odor
Lack of systemic effects
(good for kids and preggos)
TX: Scabies
Term
Hydroquinone
Definition
Skin Pigmentation
MOA: Inhibit tyrosinase → ↓melanin →
↓skin hyperpigmentation
Hydroquinone = temporary
Monobenzone = permanent
SE: Local irritation
Allergy
Term
Psoralens: Trioxsalen
Definition
Skin Pig.
MOA: Produce repigmentation of
depigmented macules
Psoralens intercalate w/DNA
SE: Skin cancer,
Cataracts
TX: Vitiligo
Term
p-Aminobenzoic Acid
Definition
Sunscreen
MOA: blocks UV-light
SE: Skin Cancer (?)
Term
Titanium oxide
Definition
Sunblock
MOA: Absorbs UV light
SE: creates carcinogenic free radicals, must be coated with silica/alumina
Term
Retinoic Acid
Definition
Tretinoin (ATRA)
MOA: ↓epidermis cohesion
↑cell turnover
Admin: topical
Applied to dry skin only
SE: Erythema
Dryness
Sunlight sensitivity
May appear worse in the first month,
as quiescent comedones emerge &
rupture
TX: Acne vulgaris (comedones)
Light-damaged skin
Term
Adapalene
Definition
Naphtoic acid analog
MOA: Similar to retinoic acid but less
irritation
TX: Mild to moderate acne
Term
Isotretinoin
Definition
MOA: Synthetic retinoid-like drug
Decreases sebaceous gland function
Admin: oral
SE: Similar to hypervitaminosis A:
dryness, itching, IBS
IBS, muscle pain, teratogen
TX: Severe cystic acne
Term
Acitretin
Definition
Psoriasis
Admin: oral
TX: Psoriasis
Term
Tazarotene
Definition
Psoriasis Anti-inflammatory Antiproliferative Extreme caution in young women (terotagenic) TX: Psoriasis
Term
Calcipotriene
Definition
Psoriasis
MOA: Synthetic vitamin D3
SE: Skin dryness
Itching
TX: Psoriasis
Term
Efalizumab
Definition
MOA: Recomb. humanized monoclonal antibody binds CD11a, immunosuppressant, halts WBC chemotaxis into tissues Admin: SC weekly
SE: bacterial sepsis, viral meningitis, invasive fungal disease, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy caused by reactivation of latent JC virus
TX: Psoriasis
Term
Betamethasone
Definition
Glucocorticoid
MOA: Bind glucocorticoid receptors →
↑gluconeogenesis
↑glycogenesis
↑hormone-sensitive lipase
↑blood glucose
↓cytokines
↑vasoCX
demarginalized PMNs
↓vitamin D → ↓Ca2+ absorption &
Ca2+ clearance & ↑bone resorption
Admin: Inhaled SE: ↑susceptibility to infx
Inhibits growth in kids
Myopathy
Osteoporosis
Cataracts
Adrenocortical atrophy
Iatrogenic Cushing's
TX: Asthma
DERMATOLOGY
Anti-inflammatory
Antimitotic
SE: Skin atrophy, rosacea
↑IO pressure
Cushing's syndrome, growth
++Keloids, cystic acne, alopecia areata
= triamcinolone injection
Term
Hydrocortisone
Definition
Glucocorticoid
MOA:
Bind glucocorticoid receptors →
↑gluconeogenesis
↑glycogenesis
↑hormone-sensitive lipase
↑blood glucose
↓cytokines
↑vasoCX
demarginalized PMNs
↓vitamin D → ↓Ca2+ absorption &
↑Ca2+ clearance & ↑bone resorption
Admin: Short acting
SE:





↑susceptibility to infx
Inhibits growth in kids
Myopathy
Osteoporosis
Cataracts
Adrenocortical atrophy
Iatrogenic Cushing's
TX: Addison's Disease
DERMATOLOGY
Anti-inflammatory
Antimitotic
SE: Skin atrophy, rosacea
↑IO pressure
Cushing's syndrome, growth
Keloids, cystic acne, alopecia areata
= triamcinolone injection
Term
Tar compounds
Definition
Anti-Inflammatory
Byproducts of petrol distillation
Antipruritic
SE: Irritant folliculitis
Allergic contact dermatitis
TX: Psoriasis
Chronic lichenified dermatitis
Term
Salicylic Acid
Definition
Keratolytic
Solubilize cell surface protein debris
SE: Anaphylactic shock
Irritation & inflammation
Salicylism
Term
Doxepin
Definition
Anti-pruritic MOA: Potent histamine receptor (H1 & H2) antagonist Admin: oral or topical Allergic contact dermatitis SE: SE's & contraindications similar to anticholinergics TX: Atopic dermatitis Lichen simplex chronicus
Term
Minoxidil
Definition
Trichogenic
MOA: Reverses progressive ↓ of terminal
scalp hairs
Admin: topical
SE: Discontinuation causes continued hair
loss in 4-6 months
TX: Androgenic alopecia
Term
Finasteride
Definition
Trichogenic
MOA: Blocks 5α-reductase → inhibits
conversion of testosterone → DHT
Admin: oral
SE: ↓libido
Ejaculation disorders
Eretctile dysfunction
Pregnant women should not be
exposed (hypospadias)
TX: Androgenic Alopecia
Term
Tacrolimus
Definition
Immunomodulator MOA: Inhibits calcineurin phosphatase → ↓ cytokines Impairs T-cell response to antigen Tacrolimus is 100x more potent (than cyclosporine) TX: GVHD (bone marrow trxpnt) Aplastic anemia (ineligible) Autoimmune disease; atopic dermatitis
Term
Imiquimod
Definition
Immunomodulator MOA: unknown, stim. monocytes to release IFN-a and macros to release IL-1, IL-6, IL-8 and TNF-a; activates immune cells through Toll-like receptor 7 (TLR7); induces adaptive immune response SE: inflammation, dermatitis, eschars, tiredness, flu-like symptoms, diarrhea, fungal infections TX: Skin cancers, genital warts
Term
Aluminum Hydroxide
Definition
Antacid
Term
Magnesium Hydroxide
Definition
Antacid
Term
Cimetidine
Definition
GI Drug (H2 Blocker) MOA: Competitive inhibitor of histamine (H2)- stimulated gastric HCl secretion MET: Inhibits P450 system Drug interax: ↑chlordiazepoxide, EtOH propranolol, theophylline, warfarin SE: Diarrhea, muscle pain Headache, dizziness Gynecomastia, impotence TX: Gastric/duodenal ulcers ZE syndrome GERD
Term
Omeprazole
Definition
GI drug (Proton Pump Inhib) MOA: Active form irreversibly binds & inhibits proton pump in parietal cells Absorbed in alkaline SI pH Use >2 months not advisable SE: Diarrhea, nausea Dizziness, headache Heals duodenal ulcers more rapidly than H2 blockers TX: Gastric/duodenal ulcers ZE syndrome GERD
Term
Sucralfate
Definition
GI Drug (Mucosal Protectant) MOA: Aluminum salt of sucrose sulfate → binds plasma proteins in crater → protective barrier Short acting Drug interax: blocks tetracycline & PO4 absorption SE: Constipation Nausea Additionally: inhibits pepsin & bile aciton Also: ↑ prostaglandin release TX: Duodenal ulcer
Term
Misoprostol
Definition
GI Drug (Cytoprotectant) MOA: Prostaglandin E1 analog → ↓ H+ ↑mucus & ↑bicarbonate secretion SE: Nausea, diarrhea Abortion in preggos TX: Gastric/duodenal ulcers NSAID-induced damage
Term
Bismuth subsalicylate
Definition
GI Drug (Mucosal Protectant/Antacid) MOA: React w/proteins in acid medium → protective barrier in ulcer crater SE: Black stools, black tongue Don't use in renal disease May have ABX activity against H. pylori TX: Gastric/duodenal ulcers
Term
Metoclopramide
Definition
GI Drug (Prokinetic Agent) MOA: Increases Peristalsis (via 5HT-3 Ach release), anti-nausea anti-emetic; D2 antagonist in the chemoreceptor trigger zone in CNS, 5-HT3 antagonist/5-HT4 agnoist (high dose) SE: Tardive Dyskinsea, Agranulocytosis, Neuroleptic-malignant Syndrome; restlessness, drowsiness, lassitude TX: Antiemetic, prokinetic
Term
Docusate
Definition
GI Drug (Surfactant & Stool Softener) MOA: anionic surfactants widely used as emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing agents SE: increases Mg2 & K TX: makes stools softer/easier to pass
Term
Magnesium Oxide
Definition
GI Drug (Osmotic Laxative) MOA: antacid, mg2 supplement, short-term laxative SE: nausea & cramping; High doses = enterolith TX: Constipation, heartburn, sore stomach, osmotic emesis
Term
Tegaserod
Definition
GI Drug (laxative) MOA: 5-HT4 agonist in the enteric nervous system in GI tract; 5-HT2b antagonist; induces peristalsis reduces GI pain SE: Increased risk of MI & Stroke (?) TX: Irritable bowl syndrome, constipation,
Term
Lomotil
Definition
GI Drug (antidiarrheal) MOA: diphenoxylate & atropine; diphenoxylate is a derivative of meperidine, an opiate which slows down GI tract through actions of peripheral mu-opiod receptors; and atropine prevents OD (with anti-emetic qualities) Contraindicated: Diphenoxylate/atropine allergy; jaundice; diarrhea to do Membranous Collitis, antibiotic trx, or diarrhea due to enterotoxin prod. bacteria Dx Interactions: Sedatives, Barbs, Benzos, Antidepressants, MAO-I's TX: Diarrhea
Term
Loperamide
Definition
GI Drug (antidiarrheal) MOA: u-opoid receptor agonist; decreases myenteric plexus activity; does NOT cross BBB (no analgesia) SE: slight physical dependence; Contraindicated: Fever; Bloody diarrhea due to invasive bactera (0157:H7 EHEC e.coli/salmonella) TX: diarrhea
Term
Alosetron
Definition
GI Drug (Irritable Bowl Syndrome) MOA: 5-HT3 antagonist of myenteric plexus; slows movement through bowel increasing H2O uptake & decreasing moisture/volume of fecal matter SE: withdrawn 2000 due to ischemic colitis; constipation, impaction, toxic megacolon TX: Irritable bowel syndrome (in women ONLY)
Term
Sulfasalazine
Definition
GI Drug (Inflammatory Bowel) MOA: Bacteria split azo bond → 5-ASA (& sulfapyridine) → ↓ inflammation 75% reaches colon 5-ASA = active metabolite SE: Nausea, vomiting Headache Can cause ↓ folate absorption TX: Ulcerative colitis (85%) Colonic Crohn's Dz
Term
Azathioprine
Definition
GI Drug (Inflammatory Bowel) MOA: Cytotoxins Low dose used for prophylaxis SE: Toxicity may limit chronic use Used in nonresponsive cases TX: Ulcerative colitis Crohn's disease
Term
Methotrexate
Definition
GI Drug (Inflammatory Bowel) MOA: Inhibits DHFR → ↓ thymidylate, ↓ purines, ↓ methionine, ↓ serine CURES: osteosarcoma & choriocarcinoma ALL, Burkitt's, Non-H, Blad SE: Bone marrow (immunosupp) GI Nephro & Hepatotoxicity Develops resistance via DHFR , transport, MPs Also treats RA, psoriasis, & CROHN'S DISEASE Luke to the rescue (TMP has similar action)
Term
Infliximab
Definition
GI Drug (Inflammatory Bowel) MOA: Monoclonal antibody against TNF-α → ↓ inflammatory action Single IV infusion → remission SE: Nausea Serum sickness Infections, autoimmunity, cancer TX: Crohn's disease
Term
Ondansetron
Definition
GI Drug (antiemetic) MOA: 5-HT3 receptor antagonist; reduces vagal tone to vomiting center in medulla oblongata; blocks 5-HT3 rec in chemoreceptor trigger zone SE: constipation, dizziness, headache TX: nausea/vomiting in chemotherapy
Term
Aprepitant
Definition
GI Drug (antiemetic) MOA: substance P antagonist; neurokinin 1 receptor antagonist SE: few (?) Very specific for NK1 receptors TX: chemotherapy induced nausea/vomiting
Term
Promethazine
Definition
GI Drug (antiemetic) MOA: Block H1 receptor → ↓ histamine act. Allergies Motion sickness; Has Sedation Antiparkinsonian effects Anti-cholinergic effects Anti-serotonergic effects alpha receptor blocking Local anesthetic effects SE: Strong sedation! Ototoxicity (newborns or ABX) TX: Allergies MOTION SICKNESS (anti-chol./anti-5HT) Sedation
Term
Droperidol
Definition
GI Drug (antiemetic) MOA: D2 antagonist; Hist. antag; 5-HT antag SE: QT prolongation, Torsades TX: postoperative nausea/vomiting; antipsychotic
Term
Bile Acids
Definition
GI Drug (Digestant)
Term
Pancreatin
Definition
GI Drug (pancreatic enzyme) MOA: amylase, lipase, proteases, administered with each meal
Term
Somatropin
Definition
Endocrine (Growth Hormone) MOA: ↑IGF-1, ↑ECM, ↑muscle, ↑soft tissue, ↑urinary retention of nitrogen, PO4, K+, anti-insulin MET: Administered daily in evening (mimics normal pattern) SX: Children: few Adults: per. edema, arthralgia, myalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome TX: Childhood deficiency Adult deficiency
Term
Sermorelin
Definition
Endocrine (GnRH)
MOA: Binds GHRH receptor → ↑cAMP →
↑GH synthesis & release
MET: 40-80% of GH deficienct children
respond normally to GHRH
Hexorelin: ↑cardiac performance
(dilated cardiomyopathy)
TX: Dx pituitary defect
Hypothalamic GH deficiency
Term
Mecasermin
Definition
Endocrine (IGF)
MOA: Mitogenic & anti-apoptotic
Skeletal, muscle, organ growth
MET: Should not be used after closure of
epiphyses or in neoplasia
SX: May induce hypoglycemia
SPIGFD: mutations in GH receptor,
post GHR defect, IGF-1 defects
TX: Severe primary IGF
deficiency
Term
Octeotride
Definition
Endocrine (Somatostatin)
MOA: Binds SRIF receptor → ↓cAMP →
↓GH release (synthesis intact)
Also inhibits TSH secretion
MET: Synthetic SRIF is resistant to
enzymes (t1/2: 3min→2hr)
Selective for GH (vs. insulin)
SE: ↓GI motility & secretions, ↓bile
production, ↓gallbladder CX
PVR of hypothalamus = 14 AAs
δ cells of pancreas = 28 AAs
TX: Acromegaly
Carcinoid tumors
VIPomas
Term
Pegvisomant
Definition
Endocrine
MOA: GH lysine replaced by glycine → GH
antagonist
MET: PEGylated to ↑t1/2,
↓immunogenicity…but ↓affinity
(8 AA substitutions fix that)
SE: ↑hepatic aminotransferase
(otherwise well-tolerated)
Does not reduce size of GH tumor or
lower GH levels
TX: Acromegaly
Term
Bromocriptine
Definition
Endocrine (ergot D2 agonist)
MOA: Paradoxical inhibitory effect on
somatroph adenomas (↓GH)
MET: Cabergoline > bromocriptine
SE: Headache, N/V, dizziness, postural
hypotension, insomnia
Most useful in ↑GH & ↑prolactin TX: Somatroph adenomas
Term
Cosyntropin
Definition
Endocrine (ACTH)
MOA: CRH (hypothalamus) → ACTH (ant.
pituitary) → cortisol & aldosterone &
sex hormones
TX: Dx adrenal insufficiency
Term
Thyrotropin α
Definition
Endocrine (TSH)
MOA: Binds TSH receptor → ↑cAMP →
↑iodide uptake & TH syn/secr'n
TX: Dx residual thyroid
carcinoma
Term
Protirelin
Definition
Endocrine (TRH)
MOA: Binds TRH receptor → ↑Ca2+ →
↑TSH & ↑prolactin
Admin: IV over 15-30 seconds
(TSH → 2-5x basal in 30 min)
SE: Transient nausea, hypo/HTN,
flushing, palpitations
TX: Dx 2° hypothyroidism
Measure PRL reserves
Term
Choriogonadotropin α
Definition
Endocrine (hCG)
MOA: Used for LH activity (acts at same
receptor as LH, but longer t1/2)
TX: Male infertility
Cryptorchidism
Dx Leydig cell failure
Term
Menotropin
Definition
Endocrine (hMG)
MOA: Used for LH & FSH activity MET: IM OTH: Derived from urine of
postmenopausal women
TX: Male infertility
Female infertility
Term
Urofollitropin
Definition
Endocrine (FSH)
MOA: Used for FSH activity (merotropin
w/LH component removed)
Urofollitropin: IM/subQ
rFSH: subQ
SE: Multiple births, ovarian
hyperstimulation syndrome, fluid
accumulation in cavities
TX: Female infertility
Term
Follitropin α
Definition
Endocrine (FSH)
MOA: Used for FSH activity (merotropin
w/LH component removed)
Urofollitropin: IM/subQ
rFSH: subQ
SE: Multiple births, ovarian
hyperstimulation syndrome, fluid
accumulation in cavities
TX: Female infertility
Term
Gonadorelin HCL
Definition
Endocrine (GnRH)
MOA: Binds GnRH receptor → ↑Ca2+ →
PLC → ↑FSH & ↑LH
MET: Long-acting agents (leuprolide,
histrelin, nafarelin, goserelin) have D-
AA's at cleavage site
SE: Hypogonadism, ↓bone
mineralization, ↑lipids
Pulsatile: ↑LH & FSH release
Continuous: ↓LH & FSH release
TX: GnRH deficiency
Delayed/precoc. Puberty
Gn-depen. Disease
Term
Leuprolide
Definition
Endocrine (GnRH long-acting)
MOA: Binds GnRH receptor → ↑Ca2+ →
PLC → ↑FSH & ↑LH
MET: Long-acting agents (leuprolide,
histrelin, nafarelin, goserelin) have D-
AA's at cleavage site
SE: Hypogonadism, ↓bone
mineralization, ↑lipids
Pulsatile: ↑LH & FSH release
Continuous: ↓LH & FSH release
TX: GnRH deficiency
Delayed/precoc. Puberty
Gn-depen. Disease
Term
Ganirelix
Definition
Endocrine (GnRH antag)
MOA: Competitive antagonists binding
GnRH receptor → ↓LH > ↓FSH ADMIN: subQ
No transient rise in gonadotropin
secretion as with continuous GnRH
administration
TX: Inhibit premature LH surge
in ovary stim.
Term
Arginine Vasopressin
Definition
Endocrine (ADH) MOA: Binds V1a receptors → GI/vasoCX Binds V1b receptors → ↑ACTH Binds V2 receptors → ↑aquaporins V1 >> V2ADMIN: Nasal spray, subQ SE: VasoCX ↑GI muscle, ↑uterine muscle Desmopressin challenge: urine Osm should ↑50% w/central DI SIADH: Rx w/loop/demeclocycline Central diabetes insipidus TX: Dx central/nephro DI Post-op ileus...eso varices
Term
Desmopressin
Definition
Endocrine (ADH) MOA: Binds V1a receptors → GI/vasoCX Binds V1b receptors → ↑ACTH Binds V2 receptors → ↑aquaporins; V2 >> V1 ADMIN: Nasal spray, subQ SE: VasoCX ↑GI muscle, ↑uterine muscle Desmopressin challenge: urine Osm should ↑50% w/central DI SIADH: Rx w/loop/demeclocycline Central diabetes insipidus TX: Dx central/nephro DI Post-op ileus...eso varices
Term
Oxytocin
Definition
Endocrine (Uterine)
MOA: binds G-protein rec. initiates phosphoinositol cascade → stimulates frequency and force of uterine smooth muscle contractions during parturition & causes contraction of mammary myoepithelial cells & milk ejection; powerful conx. of uterine arteries & veins
SE: uterine rupture, trauma, death of infant
TX: Induction of Labor, Test of uteroplacental insufficiency; maintain postpartum bleeding; increasing milk ejection during lactation
Term
Ergonovine
Definition
Endocrine (ergot uterine stimulant)
MOA: control postpartum bleeding when oxytocin not effective
SE: contraindicated in hypertensive patient, induce peripheral vasoconstriction
Term
Carboprost
Definition
Endocrine (PGF2α analogue)
EYE: ↓ intraocular
pressure
VASC: vasocx
(↑ IP3 & ↑ Ca2+)
LUNG: bronchocx
(↑ IP3 & ↑ Ca2+)
REPRO: ↑ Uterine CX
(↑ oxytocin)
TX: control postpartum bleeding; elective abortion
Term
Dinoprostone
Definition
Endocrine (PGE2 analogue)
EYE: ↓ intraocular
pressure
BLOOD: ↓ plt aggregation
VASC: vasodil + vasocx
(↑ IP3 & ↑ Ca2+)
LUNG: bronchodilation
(↑ cAMP)
GI: ↓ acid, ↑ mucus,
↑ blood
REPROD: ↓ tone
(+ ↑ oxy CX)
Kidney: ↑ blood,
↑ diuresis, ↓ ADH
CNS: ↑ body temp
↓ NE
TX: midtrimester elective abortion
Term
17 β-estradiol
Definition
Admin: transdermal patch Most potent natural steroid Extensive first pass metabolism TOX: Endometrial hyperplasia Endometrial cancer Breast tenderness Feminization in males Cholestasis (GB disease) Hepatic adenomas ↑plasma TAG Thromboembolic disease/MI Headache, migraine BC Interax: ABX, phenytoin, barbiturates OTH: Ethinyl estradiol = #1 estrogen Norethidrone = #1 progestin Low-dose mono-triphasic = #1 ~ Suppress ovulation by negative feedback on gonadotropin release ~ Progestins = thicken cervical mucus ~ Thin endometrium ↓ ovum transport ~ ↑hormone binding proteins ↑insulin secretion & resistance
Term
Estradiol cypionate
Definition
Endocrine Synthetic steroidal estrogens Admin: IM (x1/month) Insoluble in water SE: Endometrial hyperplasia Endometrial cancer Breast tenderness Feminization in males Cholestasis (GB disease) Hepatic adenomas ↑plasma TAG Thromboembolic disease/MI Headache, migraine BC Interax: ABX, phenytoin, barbiturates Ethinyl estradiol = #1 estrogen Norethidrone = #1 progestin Low-dose mono-triphasic = #1 ~ Suppress ovulation by negative feedback on gonadotropin release ~ Progestins = thicken cervical mucus ~ Thin endometrium ↓ ovum transport ~ ↑hormone binding proteins ↑insulin secretion & resistance TX: Oral contraceptive Hormone replacement (Primary hypogonadism)
Term
Estrone sulfate
Definition
Endocrine (conjugated natural estrogen) Sulfate ester of estrone Conjugated & esterified natural steroids Admin: IM Endometrial hyperplasia Endometrial cancer Breast tenderness Feminization in males Cholestasis (GB disease) Hepatic adenomas ↑plasma TAG Thromboembolic disease/MI Headache, migraine BC Interax: ABX, phenytoin, barbiturates Ethinyl estradiol = #1 estrogen Norethidrone = #1 progestin Low-dose mono-triphasic = #1 ~ Suppress ovulation by negative feedback on gonadotropin release ~ Progestins = thicken cervical mucus ~ Thin endometrium ↓ ovum transport ~ ↑hormone binding proteins ↑insulin secretion & resistance TX: Hormone replacement (Primary hyogonadism) Prostate cancer
Term
Ethinyl estradiol
Definition
Endocrine Synthetic steroidal estrogens Admin: PO ↓ first pass metabolism (ethinyl) Endometrial hyperplasia Endometrial cancer Breast tenderness Feminization in males Cholestasis (GB disease) Hepatic adenomas ↑plasma TAG Thromboembolic disease/MI Headache, migraine BC Interax: ABX, phenytoin, barbiturates Ethinyl estradiol = #1 estrogen Norethidrone = #1 progestin Low-dose mono-triphasic = #1 ~ Suppress ovulation by negative feedback on gonadotropin release ~ Progestins = thicken cervical mucus ~ Thin endometrium ↓ ovum transport ~ ↑hormone binding proteins ↑insulin secretion & resistance TX: Oral contraceptive Hormone replacement (Primary hypogonadism)
Term
Clomiphene
Definition
Endocrine (estrogen receptor modulators) Partial estrogen agonist (competitive inhibitor of ER) Admin: oral x5 days SE: Ovarian enlargement, vasomotor flushing, OHSS OTHER: ↑amplitude (not frequency) of pulsatile LH & FSH secretion TX: Induce ovulation Dx gonadotropin secr'n
Term
Fulvestrant
Definition
Endocrine (estrogen receptor modulators) Pure estrogen receptor antagonist → ER downregulation Admin: IM (x1/month) As effective as anastrozole TX: ER+ metastatic breast cancer
Term
Tamoxifen
Definition
Endocrine (estrogen receptor modulator) Breast: estrogen antagonist Lipids, bones, uterus: agonist TX: ER+ breast cancer
Term
Raloxifene
Definition
Endocrine (estrogen receptor modulator) anti-estrogen on breast and uterus; estrogen on lipids, bones; ↓total cholesterol ↓risk of breast cancer Osteoporosis (in post-menopausal)
Term
Desogestrel
Definition
Endocrine (3rd Generation 19-nortestosterone derivative Progestin) MOA: diffuses into cell, binds to PR between cytoplasmic and nuclear domains, forms homo- and hetero-dimers, which bind to response elements similar to glucocorticoids. The only role of the progestin component of combination oral contraceptives is to protect endometrium from estrogen-induced hyperplasia & cancer SE: (Less androgen activity with 3rd gen.) ↑fat deposition & weight gain Acne Menstrual abnormalities Uterine cramps Hirsutism (androgenic preps) ↑risk of breast cancer TX: Oral contraceptive Suppress gonadotropins
Term
Medroxyprogesterone
Definition
Endocrine (21-carbon derivative Progestin)
MOA: MOA: diffuses into cell, binds to PR between cytoplasmic and nuclear domains, forms homo- and hetero-dimers, which bind to response elements similar to glucocorticoids. The only role of the progestin
component of combination oral
contraceptives is to protect
endometrium from estrogen-induced
hyperplasia & cancer
Admin: IM
>oral activity than progesterone
The only role of the progestin
component of combination oral
contraceptives is to protect
endometrium from estrogen-induced
hyperplasia & cancer




SE:
↑fat deposition & weight gain
Acne
Menstrual abnormalities
Uterine cramps
Hirsutism (androgenic preps)
↑risk of breast cancer
TX: Endometrial protection in estrogen therapy/Ovarian suppression for dysmenorrhea, endometriosis & vaginal bleeding disorders
Term
Norethindrone
Definition
Endocrine (19-Nortestosterone derivative)
MOA: diffuses into cell, binds to PR between cytoplasmic and nuclear domains, forms homo- and hetero-dimers, which bind to response elements similar to glucocorticoids. The only role of the progestin
component of combination oral
contraceptives is to protect
endometrium from estrogen-induced
hyperplasia & cancer
SE: ↑fat deposition & weight gain
Acne
Menstrual abnormalities
Uterine cramps
Hirsutism (androgenic preps)
↑risk of breast cancer
TX: Oral contraceptive
Suppress gonadotropins
Term
Progesterone
Definition
Endocrine
MOA: diffuses into cell, binds to PR between cytoplasmic and nuclear domains, forms homo- and hetero-dimers, which bind to response elements similar to glucocorticoids. The only role of the progestin
component of combination oral
contraceptives is to protect
endometrium from estrogen-induced
hyperplasia & cancer
SE:
↑fat deposition & weight gain
Acne
Menstrual abnormalities
Uterine cramps
Hirsutism (androgenic preps)
↑risk of breast cancer
TX: Endometrial protection in estrogen therapy/Ovarian suppression for dysmenorrhea, endometriosis & vaginal bleeding disorders
Term
Mifepristone
Definition
Endocrine (PR & ER antagonist)
MOA: Competitive binding to progesterone
receptor & ↓prostaglandin
dehydrogenase
MET: Inh. prog receptor & ↑PG → uteroCX
Given w/misoprostol 2 days later
Also blocks glucocorticoid receptor
TX: Abortifacient
Cushing syndrome
Term
Levothyroxine
Definition
Endocrine (Thyroid)
MOA: Identical to endogenous T4
Converted to T3
Intrx: steroids, tmxfn, opioid, 5-FU,
phenytoin, CPZ, salicylate, benzos
Contraind: adrenal insufficiency
SE: Nervousness, arrhythmia, HTN,
SOB, N/V, diarrhea, heat intolerance,
↓reproductive fx
OTHER: ↑TBG in children & preggos →
↑doses required
TX: Thyroid hormone replacement
Term
Liothyronine
Definition
Endocrine (Thyroid)
MOA: Synthetic T3, binds to specific nuclear receptor to regulate transcription of specific genes
Prim EFF: ↑O2 Consumption, BMR; ↑lipolysis, glycogenolysis, gluconeogenesis: ↓cholesterol synthesis; ↑β-adrenergic responsiveness; ↑cardiac contractility, rate of contraction, cardiac output; ↑turnover of hormones, drugs; ↑bone turnover
SE:
Nervousness, arrhythmia, HTN,
SOB, N/V, diarrhea, heat intolerance,
↓reproductive fx; Higher activity = greater risk of cardiotoxicity
OTHER: Use limited: rapid absorption & shorter T1/2 → spiking, uneven blood levels, transient action
TX: i.v. for myxedema coma Oral tablets used primarily for short term suppression of TSH
Term
Methimazole
Definition
Endocrine (thyroid)
MOA: Inhibit thyroid peroxidase →
↓TH synthesis
Propyl: Preggos
Methim: longer duration
SE: Rash, agranulocytosis, arthralgia,
myalgia, hepatic necrosis (P),
cholestatic jaundice (M)
OTHER: Propylthiouracil ↓T4→T3 conversion
TX: Graves disease
Thyrotoxicosis
Term
Propylthiouracil
Definition
Endocrine (Thyroid)
Inhibit thyroid peroxidase →
↓TH synthesis
Propyl: Preggos
Methim: longer duration
SE: Rash, agranulocytosis, arthralgia,
myalgia, hepatic necrosis (P),
cholestatic jaundice (M)
Propylthiouracil ↓T4→T3 conversion
TX: Graves disease
Thyrotoxicosis
Term
Radioactive Iodine
Definition
Endocrine (Thyroid)
Selectively destroys thyroid tissue
Coadmin: β-blockers or Ca2+
channel blockers for Sx SE: Hypothyroidism OTHER: Doesn't increase cancer risk or
fertility or effect offspring
Hyperthyroidism
Term
Alendronate
Definition
Endocrine (Calcium Homeostasis)


Bisphosphonates (pyroPO4 analogs)
Bind OH-apatite → ↓osteoclasts
↑bone mass
Absorbed IV much better than PO
PO: take w/full glass of water
SE: Hypocalcemia, hypophosphatemia
Upper GI distress
TX: Paget's Dz
Osteoporosis
Malignancy ↑Ca2+
Term
Ibandronate
Definition
Endocrine (Calcium Homeostasis)

Bisphosphonates (pyroPO4 analogs)
Bind OH-apatite → ↓osteoclasts
↑bone mass
Absorbed IV much better than PO
PO: take w/full glass of water
SE: Hypocalcemia, hypophosphatemia
Upper GI distress
TX: Paget's Dz
Osteoporosis
Malignancy ↑Ca2+
Term
Zoledronic acid
Definition
Endocrine (Calcium Homeostasis)


Bisphosphonates (pyroPO4 analogs)
Bind OH-apatite → ↓osteoclasts
↑bone mass
Absorbed IV much better than PO
PO: take w/full glass of water
SE: Hypocalcemia, hypophosphatemia
Upper GI distress
TX: Paget's Dz
Osteoporosis
Malignancy ↑Ca2+
Term
Calcitonin
Definition
Endocrine (Calcium Homeostasis)
Binds calcitonin receptors → ↑cAMP
→ ↓osteoclast-mediated Ca2+
mobilization & ↑ excretion
SE: Nausea, facial flushing, hand
swelling, urticaria, resistance
OTH: Salmon CT is ↑potent and ↑t1/2
20% develop resistance
TX: Hypercalcemia
HyperPTH, ↑VitD, Bone mets
Osteoporosis, Paget's Dz
Term
Calcitriol
Definition
Endocrine (Calcium Homeostasis)
Vitamine D

Binds VitD receptor + RXR →
↑calbindins & ↑osteocalcin &
↑osteoclast formation & ↑Ca2+
Stored for prolonged periods in fat SE: Hypervitaminosis D: hypercalcemia
TX: HypoPTH, pseudohypoPTH
Rickets, osteomalacia
Osteoporosis
Term
Dihydrotachysterol (DHT)
Definition
Endocrine (Calcium Homeostasis)
Vitamin D Hormone Prep.

Binds VitD receptor + RXR →
↑calbindins & ↑osteocalcin &
↑osteoclast formation & ↑Ca2+
Stored for prolonged periods in fat SE: Hypervitaminosis D: hypercalcemia
TX: HypoPTH, pseudohypoPTH
Rickets, osteomalacia
Osteoporosis
Term
Teriparatide acetate
Definition
Endocrine (Calcium Homeostasis)
PTH:
Binds PTH receptors → ↑Ca2+ bone
mobilization & ↑renal Mg & Ca (↓PO4)
reabsorption & ↑vit.D production
MET: Daily intermittent admin ↑osteoblasts
& bone formation
(not bone resorption!)
Not used to treat hypocalcemia
Hypoparathyroidism
TX: Dx pseudohyperPTH
Osteoporosis
Term
Cortisol (Hydrocortisone)
Definition
Endocrine (Glucocorticoids) Bind glucocorticoid receptors → ↑gluconeogenesis ↑glycogenesis ↑hormone-sensitive lipase ↑blood glucose ↓cytokines ↑vasoCX demarginalized PMNs ↓vitamin D → ↓Ca2+ absorption & ↑Ca2+ clearance & ↑bone resorption MET: Short-acting SE: ↑susceptibility to infx Inhibits growth in kids Myopathy Osteoporosis Cataracts Adrenocortical atrophy Iatrogenic Cushing's TX: Addison's disease
Term
Dexamethasone
Definition
Endocrine (Glucocorticoids) MOA: Bind glucocorticoid receptors → ↑gluconeogenesis ↑glycogenesis ↑hormone-sensitive lipase ↑blood glucose ↓cytokines ↑vasoCX demarginalized PMNs ↓vitamin D → ↓Ca2+ absorption & ↑Ca2+ clearance & ↑bone resorption MET: Long-acting 30x anti-inflammatory 10x topical SE: ↑susceptibility to infx Inhibits growth in kids Myopathy Osteoporosis Cataracts Adrenocortical atrophy Iatrogenic Cushing's TX: Dx of hypercortisolism Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Term
Prednisolone
Definition
Endocrine (Glucocorticoids) MOA: Bind glucocorticoid receptors → ↑gluconeogenesis ↑glycogenesis ↑hormone-sensitive lipase ↑blood glucose ↓cytokines ↑vasoCX demarginalized PMNs ↓vitamin D → ↓Ca2+ absorption & ↑Ca2+ clearance & ↑bone resorption MET: Short-acting 4x anti-inflammatory SE: ↑susceptibility to infx Inhibits growth in kids Myopathy Osteoporosis Cataracts Adrenocortical atrophy Iatrogenic Cushing's TX: Addison's disease
Term
Prednisone
Definition
Endocrine (Glucocorticoids)
MOA:
Bind glucocorticoid receptors →
↑gluconeogenesis
↑glycogenesis
↑hormone-sensitive lipase
↑blood glucose
↓cytokines
↑vasoCX
demarginalized PMNs
↓vitamin D → ↓Ca2+ absorption &
↑Ca2+ clearance & ↑bone resorption
MET: Short-acting
4x anti-inflammatory

SE:





↑susceptibility to infx
Inhibits growth in kids
Myopathy
Osteoporosis
Cataracts
Adrenocortical atrophy
Iatrogenic Cushing's
TX: Addison's disease
Term
Triamcinolone
Definition
Endocrine (Glucocorticoids)
MOA:
Bind glucocorticoid receptors →
↑gluconeogenesis
↑glycogenesis
↑hormone-sensitive lipase
↑blood glucose
↓cytokines
↑vasoCX
demarginalized PMNs
↓vitamin D → ↓Ca2+ absorption &
↑Ca2+ clearance & ↑bone resorption
MET: Intermediate-acting
5x anti-inflammatory
5x topical



SE:





↑susceptibility to infx
Inhibits growth in kids
Myopathy
Osteoporosis
Cataracts
Adrenocortical atrophy
Iatrogenic Cushing's
TX: Addison's Disease
Term
Aldosterone
Definition
Endocrine (Mineralocorticoid)
MOA: Acts on renal DCT & CT cells to increase reabsorption of sodium, bicarbonate, and water in exchange for potassium
SE: Hypokalemia, CHF due to volume overload
TX: Replacement therapy after adrenalectomy or for primary and secondary adrenocortical insufficiency
Term
Fludrocortisone
Definition
Endocrine (Mineralocortoid) MOA: Binds mineralocorticoid receptor → ↑Na+ reabs. & ↑K+ secretion SE: Hypernatremia, hypokalemia Metabolic alkalosis, hypervolemia Hypertension TX: Primary adrenocortical deficiency
Term
Spironolactone
Definition
Endocrine (Mineralocorticoid Rec Antag) Competitive mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist; androgen receptor antagonist; inhibits 17α-Hydroxylase (in treatment of hirsutism) TX: Primary hyperaldosteronism; hirsutism
Term
Testosterone
Definition
Endocrine (Androgens)
MOA: Anabolic - increase in overall body growth, muscle mass, and red blood cell production. Androgenic - growth of the larynx and skeleton, development of facial hair, darkening of the skin
MET: Sig. first pass metabolism; IV or IM best. Oral agents more hepatotoxic and less effective
SE: Behavioral effects - excessive rage or hostility; Increased LDL/HDL ratio; Stunted growth due to premature closure of the epiphyseal plates; Women - hirsutism, depression of menss, acne, and clitoral enlargement; Males - decreased spermatogenesis, gynecomastia, acne, testicular atrophy, prostatic hypertrophy
TX: Replacement therapy in male hypogonadism. Growth in pre-pubertal boys
Term
Testosterone cypionate
Definition
Endocrine (Androgens)
Esterified Testosterone Der.
MOA: Anabolic - increase in overall body growth, muscle mass, and red blood cell production. Androgenic - growth of the larynx and skeleton, development of facial hair, darkening of the skin
MET: IM depot every 2 weeks
SE: Behavioral effects - excessive rage or hostility; Increased LDL/HDL ratio; Stunted growth due to premature closure of the epiphyseal plates; Women - hirsutism, depression of menss, acne, and clitoral enlargement; Males - decreased spermatogenesis, gynecomastia, acne, testicular atrophy, prostatic hypertrophy
TX: Replacement therapy in male hypogonadism. Growth in pre-pubertal boys
Term
Methyltestosterone
Definition
Endocrine (Androgens)
17α-alkylated derivative
MOA: Anabolic - increase in overall body growth, muscle mass, and red blood cell production. Androgenic - growth of the larynx and skeleton, development of facial hair, darkening of the skin
MET: Alkylated Oral preparation; More hepatotoxic
SE: Behavioral effects - excessive rage or hostility; Increased LDL/HDL ratio; Stunted growth due to premature closure of the epiphyseal plates; Women - hirsutism, depression of menss, acne, and clitoral enlargement; Males - decreased spermatogenesis, gynecomastia, acne, testicular atrophy, prostatic hypertrophy
TX: Replacement therapy in male hypogonadism. Growth in pre-pubertal boys
Term
Nandrolone
Definition
Endocrine (Androgens)
17α-alkylated derivative
MOA: Anabolic - increase in overall body growth, muscle mass, and red blood cell production. Androgenic - growth of the larynx and skeleton, development of facial hair, darkening of the skin
MET: Alkylated Oral preparation; More hepatotoxic
SE: Behavioral effects - excessive rage or hostility; Increased LDL/HDL ratio; Stunted growth due to premature closure of the epiphyseal plates; Women - hirsutism, depression of menss, acne, and clitoral enlargement; Males - decreased spermatogenesis, gynecomastia, acne, testicular atrophy, prostatic hypertrophy
TX: Replacement therapy in male hypogonadism. Growth in pre-pubertal boys
Term
Oxandrolone
Definition
Endocrine (Androgens)
17α-alkylated derivative
MOA: Anabolic - increase in overall body growth, muscle mass, and red blood cell production. Androgenic - growth of the larynx and skeleton, development of facial hair, darkening of the skin
MET: Alkylated Oral preparation; More hepatotoxic
SE: Behavioral effects - excessive rage or hostility; Increased LDL/HDL ratio; Stunted growth due to premature closure of the epiphyseal plates; Women - hirsutism, depression of menss, acne, and clitoral enlargement; Males - decreased spermatogenesis, gynecomastia, acne, testicular atrophy, prostatic hypertrophy
TX: Replacement therapy in male hypogonadism. Growth in pre-pubertal boys
Term
Flutamide
Definition
Endocrine (Nonsteroidal Comp. Antag. to Androgen Rec.)
MOA: Converted to dihydroxyflutamide →
blocks DHT binding to receptors; Used with GnRH agonist
SE: GI Distress
TX: Prostate cancer
Term
Testosterone/Epitestosterone
Definition
Endocrine (Anabolic Steroids)
Giving Testosterone with Epitestosterone keeps the ratio 1:1 and is harder to detect than if just testosterone is given. (tests check ratio not absolute amounts)
Term
Tetrahydrogestrinone
Definition
Endocrine (Anabolic Steroids)
THG "Designer Testosterone" produced to avoid earlier drug tests.
Admin: Cycling, Stacking, Pyramiding
SE: Retention of Na/H2O (↑vascular resistance, ↑blood volume, ↑hypertension); ↑risk of coronary heart disease (↓ HDL:↑LDL); Acne; Liver Toxicity (oral preps; blood cysts, ↑liver tests, tumors)
Term
Aminoglutethimide
Definition
Endocrine (steroid syn inhibitors)
MOA: Blocks conversion of cholesterol → pregnenolone
Inhibits aromatase & desmolase →
↓ estradiol
TX: Breast cancer
(Post-men; in ER+ tumors)
SE: CNS depression
(drowsiness, blurry vision, ataxia)
OTH: Post-menopause women
produce estrogen in adrenal
cortex….. Medical
The breast way to treat
Tammy, Ethyl, Anna, and
Lenny is by aromatherapy.
Term
Danazol
Definition
Endocrine (steroid syn inhibitors) MOA: partial agonist at PR, AR, and Glucocorticoid receptor; induces a hyperandrogenic state which induces atrophy of ectopic endometrial tissue and reduces pain (offset by androgenic SE) SE: Weight gain; Edema; Acne; ↓HDL TX: endometriosis
Term
Exemestane
Definition
Endocrine (steroid syn inhibitors) MOA: steroidal irreversible inhibitor of aromatase (inhibits testosterone → estrogen) SE: Nausea, fatigue, & hot flashes TX: Advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women which has progressed after Tamoxifen therapy
Term
Finasteride
Definition
Endocrine (steroid syn inhibitor)
MOA: Blocks 5α-reductase → inhibits
conversion of testosterone → DHT
Admin: oral
SE: ↓libido
Ejaculation disorders
Eretctile dysfunction
Pregnant women should not be
exposed (hypospadias)
TX: Androgenic alopecia; Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Term
Ketoconazole
Definition
Endocrine (steroid syn inhibitor)
MOA: inhibits several of the cytochrome P-450 enzymes involved in steroid synthesis
TX: Cushing's syndrome
Term
Metyrapone
Definition
Endocrine (steroid syn inhibitor)
Blocks cortisol synthesis
TX: Cushing's syndrome
Term
Regular Insulin
Definition
Endocrine
MOA: Zinc insulin crystals in a neutral,
unbuffered suspension
MET: Short-acting
Admin: IV or subQ
(30-60 min before meal)
SE:

Hypoglycemia
(Counter-reg. often impaired)
Mild: juice/glucose
Severe: glucagon
~
Allergy
(insulin or protamine)
~
Insulin resistance (IgG)
~
Lipohypertrophy
OTH:






Insulin requirements ↑ during 2nd
half of pregnancy
~
If impaired renal fx: ↓insulin
clearance
TX:
Type 1 diabetes
Term
Lente Insulin
Definition
Endocrine
MOA: 30% semilente insulin + 70%
ultralente insulin crystals in acetate
buffer
METAB: Intermediate-acting
SE:

Hypoglycemia
(Counter-reg. often impaired)
Mild: juice/glucose
Severe: glucagon
~
Allergy
(insulin or protamine)
~
Insulin resistance (IgG)
~
Lipohypertrophy
TX: Type 1 DM
Term
NPH Insulin
Definition
Endocrine
MOA: Insulin(-) complexed w/protamine(+)
& zinc
MET: Intermediate-acting
SE:

Hypoglycemia
(Counter-reg. often impaired)
Mild: juice/glucose
Severe: glucagon
~
Allergy
(insulin or protamine)
~
Insulin resistance (IgG)
~
Lipohypertrophy
OTH:








Insulin requirements ↑ during 2nd
half of pregnancy
~
If impaired renal fx: ↓insulin
clearance
TX:
Type 1 diabetes
Term
Ultralente Insulin
Definition
Endocrine
MOA: Excess zinc (produces large
crystals) in acetate buffer
MET: Long-acting
SE:

Hypoglycemia
(Counter-reg. often impaired)
Mild: juice/glucose
Severe: glucagon
~
Allergy
(insulin or protamine)
~
Insulin resistance (IgG)
~
Lipohypertrophy
OTH:








Insulin requirements ↑ during 2nd
half of pregnancy
~
If impaired renal fx: ↓insulin
clearance
TX: Type 1 Diabetes
Term
Glargine Insulin
Definition
Endocrine
MOA: Peakless recombinant insulin that
precipitates in neutral subQ tissues
MET: Ultra-long-acting
Delayed onset of action
SE:

Hypoglycemia
Counter-reg. often impaired)
Mild: juice/glucose
Severe: glucagon
~
Allergy
(insulin or protamine)
~
Insulin resistance (IgG)
~
Lipohypertrophy
OTH:








Insulin requirements ↑ during 2nd
half of pregnancy
~
If impaired renal fx: ↓insulin
clearance
TX:
ype 1 diabetes
Term
Lispro Insulin
Definition
Endocrine
MOA: Able to stay as monomer, because
proline & lysine AA's are swapped
MET: Ultra-fast & short-acting
SE:

Hypoglycemia
Counter-reg. often impaired)
Mild: juice/glucose
Severe: glucagon
~
Allergy
(insulin or protamine)
~
Insulin resistance (IgG)
~
Lipohypertrophy
OTH:







Insulin requirements ↑ during 2nd
half of pregnancy
~
If impaired renal fx: ↓insulin
clearance
TX: Type 1 Diabetes
Term
Exenatide
Definition
Endocrine (GLP-1 analogue peptide) MOA: Glucagon-like peptide agonist → ↓gastric emptying & ↓post-pran glucagon & ↑insulin secretion MET: GLP-1 secreted in response to food to potentiate glucose-stim insulin release SE: N/V, diarrhea Contraind: hypersensitivity, gastroparesis, hypoglycemia unawareness TX: Type 2 diabetes
Term
Pramlintide
Definition
Endocrine (Amylin analogue) MOA: Amylin analog → ↓gastric emptying & ↑satiety & ↓post-pran glucagon Admin: subQ w/mealtime insulin Don't use w/acarbose SE: ↑Insulin-induced severe hypoglycemia Contraind: hypersensitivity, gastroparesis, hypoglycemia unawareness TX: Type 1 diabetes Type 2 diabetes
Term
Acarbose
Definition
Endocrine (α-glucosidase inh.) MOA: Competitive α-glucosidase inhibitors → ↓carbohydrate digestion/absorb Blunted post-prandial glucose MET: Low systemic bioavailability Taken with a meal SE: Flatulence, nausea, diarrhea Contraind: IBS, obstruction, ulcer OTH: Do not cause hypoglycemia, lactic acidosis, or weight gain TX: Type 2 diabetes
Term
Metformin
Definition
Endocrine (Biguanide) MOA: ↓ gluconeogenesis ↑insulin-stimulated GLUT4 trafficking to membrane ↑cAMP-act. protein kinase (Increase tissue sensitivity to insulin) MET: Not significantly metabolized 90% oral dose gone in 24 hours Half-life: 2 hours Low potency SE: Lactic acidosis (Even less with 2nd generation) Cardiovascular disorders OTH: Do not cause hypoglycemia (even at high doses) ↓TAG, ↓cholesterol, ↓LDL, ↑HDL Weight loss & ↓BP TX: DOC Type 2 Diabetes (Obese)
Term
Sitagliptin
Definition
Endocrine (Dipeptidase 4 Inhibitor)
MOA: Blocks dipeptidyl peptidase IV →
↓GLP-1 & GIP → ↑post-pran insulin
MET: With: diet & exercise
With: metformin or TZD
TX: Type 2 diabetes
Term
Glyburide
Definition
Endocrine (Sulfonylureas)
MOA: Bind SUR receptors associated w/
ATP-sensitive K+ channels →
↓K+ current → ↑insulin secretion
MET: Once daily dosing
SE:


Severe hypoglycemia
(chlorpropamide & glyburide)
Weight gain
Skin reactions & erythema
Blood dyscrasias
Hepatic dysfunction
(All are liver metabolized)
GI disturbances
OTH: Does not cross placenta
(can use for gestational diabetes)

TX: Type 2 diabetes
Term
Glipizide
Definition
Endocrine (Sulfonylureas)
MOA: Bind SUR receptors associated w/
ATP-sensitive K+ channels →
↓K+ current → ↑insulin secretion
MET: Second generation
SE:


Severe hypoglycemia
(chlorpropamide & glyburide)
Weight gain
Skin reactions & erythema
Blood dyscrasias
Hepatic dysfunction
(All are liver metabolized)
GI disturbances
OTH: Extended release form does not
induce weight gain!



TX: Type 2 Diabetes
Term
Nateglinide
Definition
Endocrine (Meglitinides)
MOA: Bind SUR receptors associated w/
ATP-sensitive K+ channels (diff. site
from sulfonylureas) → ↓K+ current
→ ↑insulin secretion
MET: Metabolized by liver
Half-life: even shorter & rapider (than SUR and Repaglinide)
SE:
Hypoglycemia
Weight gain
OTH:
Used for post-pran hyperglycemia
TX: Type 2 diabetes
Term
Repaglinide
Definition
Endocrine (Meglitinides)
MOA: Bind SUR receptors associated w/
ATP-sensitive K+ channels (diff. site
from sulfonylureas) → ↓K+ current
→ ↑insulin secretion
MET: Metabolized by liver
Half-life: 1 hour
SE:
Hypoglycemia
Weight gain
OTH:
Used for post-pran hyperglycemia
TX: Type 2 diabetes
Term
Pioglitazone
Definition
Endocrine (Thiazolidinediones)
MOA: Bind PPAR-γ receptor + RXR →
↑GLUT1 & GLUT4
↑lipoprotein lipase, FABPaP2
↓TNFα, ↓leptin
MET: Metabolized to weak metabolites
Half-life: 3-7 hours
↑albumin bound

SE:


Troglitazone: hepatotoxicity
Heart failure
Angina, MI
OTH: Dep on presence of insulin for their activity.

Do not cause hypoglycemia
Current TZD's do not cause
hepatotoxicity
TX:
Type 2 diabetes
Term
Rosiglitazone
Definition
Endocrine (Thiazolidinediones)
MOA: Bind PPAR-γ receptor + RXR →
↑GLUT1 & GLUT4
↑lipoprotein lipase, FABPaP2
↓TNFα, ↓leptin
MET: Metabolized to inactive metabolites
Half-life: 3-4 hours
↑albumin bound
SE:


Troglitazone: hepatotoxicity
Heart failure
Angina, MI
OTH:

Do not cause hypoglycemia
Current TZD's do not cause
hepatotoxicity
TX: Type 2 Diabetes
Term
Diazoxide
Definition
Endocrine (Hyperglycemics) MOA: ↑ open time of ATP-sensitive K+ channel → ↓insulin release MET: Metabolized in liver Half-life: 48 hours SE: Nausea/vomiting Fluid & salt retention OTH: Does not inhibit the synthesis of insulin, only the release TX: Insulinoma
Term
Glucagon
Definition
Endocrine (Hyperglycemics)
MOA: Binds glucagon receptor → ↑cAMP
→ ↑(P) glycogen phosphorylase &
synthase
Admin: subQ, IM, IV
Half-life: 3-6 minutes
Metabolism: 25% first-pass
SE: Nausea & vomiting
OTH: Inotropic & chronotropic
RX of GI smooth muscle
Release catecholamines & CT
TX:

Severe hypoglycemia
Shock & GI RX
Dx pheochr-cytoma
Term
Cholestyramine
Definition
Hypolipidemics (bile-acid sequesterant)
MOA:
(+) charged resins that bind bile
acids → ↓reabsorption of bile acids
→ ↓cholesterol & ↑LDL receptors
MET: Taken with meals PO
SE: HyperTAG
GI (constipation) Impeded absorption of Fat-soluble Vitamins and Drugs
OTH: Negligible systemic bioavailability
Approved for use in children
TX: Familial HyperTAG
FC hyperTAG
Term
Colestipol
Definition
Hypolipidemics (bile-acid sequesterant)
MOA: (+) charged resins that bind bile
acids → ↓reabsorption of bile acids
→ ↓cholesterol & ↑LDL receptors
MET: Taken with meals PO
SE: HyperTAG
GI (constipation) Impeded absorption of Fat-soluble Vitamins and Drugs
OTH: Negligible systemic bioavailability
Approved for use in children
TX: Familial HyperTAG
FC hyperTAG
Term
Ezetimibe
Definition
Hypolipidemics (cholesterol absorption inhibitor)
MOA: ↓cholesterol transport at brush
border in small intestine lumen →
↓cholesterol & ↓LDL-C & ↑HDL
MET: Enterohepatic recycling
Half-life: 22 hours
Low systemic bioavailability
OTH: Cholesterol lowering effect limited
by ↑liver cholesterol synthesis
TX: Hypercholesterolemia
Term
Fenofibrate
Definition
Hypolipidemics (fibrates -TG)
MOA:

Bind PPAR-α+ RXR → ↓apoC-III &
apoB & ↑lipoprotein lipase → ↓VLDL
→ ↓LDL & ↑apoA
MET: Half-life: 1.5 hours
Highly albumin bound
SE:
GI disturbances
Rash, myopathy, arrhythmia
Fatigue
TX: HyperTAG
Dysbetalipoproteinemia
FC hyperTAG
Term
Gemfibrozil
Definition
Hypolipidemics (fibrates -TG)
MOA:

Bind PPAR-α+ RXR → ↓apoC-III &
apoB & ↑lipoprotein lipase → ↓VLDL
→ ↓LDL & ↑apoA
MET: Half-life: 1.5 hours
Highly albumin bound
SE:
GI disturbances
Rash, myopathy, arrhythmia
Fatigue
TX: HyperTAG
Dysbetalipoproteinemia
FC hyperTAG
Term
Clofibrate
Definition
Hypolipidemics (fibrates -TG)
MOA:

Bind PPAR-α+ RXR → ↓apoC-III &
apoB & ↑lipoprotein lipase → ↓VLDL
→ ↓LDL & ↑apoA
MET: Half-life: 1.5 hours
Highly albumin bound
SE:
GI disturbances
Rash, myopathy, arrhythmia
Fatigue
TX: HyperTAG
Dysbetalipoproteinemia
FC hyperTAG
Term
Atorvastatin
Definition
Hypolipedemics (HMG-Coa Reductase inhib)
MOA: Inhibit HMG CoA reductase (HMG
CoA → mevalonate) → ↓cholesterol
& ↑LDL receptors
MET: First pass metabolism
Cytochrome P450 metabolized
Extensively protein bound
SE:

Myopathy (↑CK)
Renal dysfx (myoglobinuria)
Rhabdomyolysis (w/gemfribrozil)
OTH:

↑BMP-2 → ↑osteoblasts →
↓fracture risk
TX: Hypercholesterolemia
(& familial)
Term
Lovastatin
Definition
Hypercholesterolemia
(& familial)
Term
Simvastatin
Definition
Hypercholesterolemia
(& familial)
Term
Niacin
Definition
Hypolipidemic MOA: Vitamin B3 → ↓hepatic TAG synthesis & ↑lipoprotein lipase → ↓apoB → ↓VLDL → ↓LDL MET: Half-life: 1 hour Used w/: bile acid binding resin Used w/: HMG CoA reductase inh. SE: Flushing, pruritis Nausea, diarrhea, peptic ulcer Hepatotoxic, glucose intol., gout OTH: Most effective agent to ↑HDL Only agnet to ↓Lp(a) TX: HyperTAG Familial hyperTAG FC hyperTAG
Term
Phentermine
Definition
Weight Loss MOA: Amphetamine derivative Inhibits NE reuptake Coadmin: fenfluramine (Pulmonary HTN & valve problems) Interax: MAOI, guaneth, stim, EtOH, sibutramine, TCA SE: Drug mouth, insomnia, constipation, ↑BP, ↑HR, abuse OTH: Fenfluramine releases 5-HT & inhibits 5-HT reputake Contraind: hyperthyroid, HTN, CVD, glaucoma, anxiety TX: Obesity
Term
Diethylproprion
Definition
Weight Loss MOA: Inhibit NE reuptake Coadmin: fenfluramine (Pulmonary HTN & valve problems) Interax: MAOI, guaneth, stim, EtOH, sibutramine, TCA SE: Drug mouth, insomnia, constipation, ↑BP, ↑HR, abuse OTH: Fenfluramine releases 5-HT & inhibits 5-HT reputake Contraind: hyperthyroid, HTN, CVD, glaucoma, anxiety TX: Obesity
Term
Sibutramine
Definition
Weight Loss
MOA: Inhibits NE, 5-HT, DA reuptake
Interax: MAOI, SSRI, triptans,
ergotamines, dextromethorphan,
opioids, lithium, tryptophan
SE: Drug mouth, insomnia, constipation,
↑BP, ↑HR, abuse
OTH: Lose 10-15% of weight
Contraind: HTN, renal/liver impair,
addx, CAD, CHF, arrhythmia, stroke
TX: Obesity
Term
Orlistat
Definition
Weight Loss MOA: Inhibits GI lipases → ↓dietary fat absorption Interax: cyclosporine SE: Gas, oily stools, ↑defecation ↓absorption of ADEK & β-carotene OTH: Lose 8-10% of weight Improves H1Ac & sulfonylurea dose Contraind: malabsorption, cholestitis TX: Obesity
Term
Dronabinol
Definition
Appetite Stimulant MOA: Cannabinoid CB1, CB2 receptor partial agonist TX: anti-emetic, appetite stimulant, mild analgesic(?)
Term
Albuterol
Definition
Asthma
MOA:

β2-agonists → Gs → ↑cAMP →
bronchoRX
Admin: Metered dose inhaler
Nebulizers
SE:

Anxiety, tremor, restlessness, ↑HR,
hypokalemia
OTH: Albuterol is the most used
Metered dose inhaler is most
common
TX:
Acute asthma attack
Term
Terbutaline
Definition
Asthma
MOA: β2-agonists → Gs → ↑cAMP →
bronchoRX
Admin: Metered dose inhaler
Nebulizers
SE:

Anxiety, tremor, restlessness, ↑HR,
hypokalemia
OTH: Albuterol is the most used
Metered dose inhaler is most
common
TX:
Acute asthma attack
Term
Formoterol
Definition
Asthma
MOA:

β2-agonists → Gs → ↑cAMP →
bronchoRX
MET: Long-acting
Salmeterol = slow-acting
Formoterol = fast-acting
SE: Salmeterol is not useful in acute
asthma attacks!
(Slow onset of action)
TX:
Severe refract asthma
COPD
Chronic bronchitis
Term
Salmeterol
Definition
Asthma
MOA:

β2-agonists → Gs → ↑cAMP →
bronchoRX
MET: Long-acting
Salmeterol = slow-acting
Formoterol = fast-acting
SE: Salmeterol is not useful in acute
asthma attacks!
(Slow onset of action)
TX:
Severe refract asthma
COPD
Chronic bronchitis
Term
Budesonide
Definition
Asthma (Glucocorticoid)
MOA:


Inhibit late-phase reactions of
inflammation
Decrease bronchial reactivity
Most potent anti-asthma agents
available
Admin: inhalation
SE: Budesonide Less active at hypothalamic-pituitary-adreno axis;
Systemic corticosteroid effects
Hoarseness
Oropharyngeal candidiasis
Coughing, wheezing
HPA axis suppression
Long-term therapy (>3weeks) only if
refractory to other trx
TX: Acute asthma
Term
Fluticasone
Definition
Asthma (Glucocorticoid)
MOA:


Inhibit late-phase reactions of
inflammation
Decrease bronchial reactivity
Most potent anti-asthma agents
available
Admin: inhalation
SE: Budesonide Less active at hypothalamic-pituitary-adreno axis;
Systemic corticosteroid effects
Hoarseness
Oropharyngeal candidiasis
Coughing, wheezing
HPA axis suppression
Long-term therapy (>3weeks) only if
refractory to other trx
TX: Acute asthma
Term
Beclomethasone
Definition
Asthma (Glucocorticoid)
MOA:


Inhibit late-phase reactions of
inflammation
Decrease bronchial reactivity
Most potent anti-asthma agents
available
Admin: inhalation
SE: Budesonide Less active at hypothalamic-pituitary-adreno axis;
Systemic corticosteroid effects
Hoarseness
Oropharyngeal candidiasis
Coughing, wheezing
HPA axis suppression
Long-term therapy (>3weeks) only if
refractory to other trx
TX: Acute asthma
Term
Triamcinolone
Definition
Asthma (Glucocorticoid)
MOA:


Inhibit late-phase reactions of
inflammation
Decrease bronchial reactivity
Most potent anti-asthma agents
available
Admin: inhalation
SE: Budesonide Less active at hypothalamic-pituitary-adreno axis;
Systemic corticosteroid effects
Hoarseness
Oropharyngeal candidiasis
Coughing, wheezing
HPA axis suppression
Long-term therapy (>3weeks) only if
refractory to other trx
TX: Acute asthma
Term
Iptratropium
Definition
Asthma (mAch-antag) MOA: mACh receptor antagonist → ↓Gi → ↑cAMP & ↓PLC → bronchoRX Admin: dry powder inhalation TX: Chronic bronchitis Limited in asthma
Term
Tiotropium
Definition
Asthma (mAch-antag)
MOA: mACh receptor antagonist → ↓Gi →
↑cAMP & ↓PLC → bronchoRX
Admin: dry powder inhalation
TX: Chronic bronchitis
Limited in asthma
Term
Montelukast
Definition
Asthma (LTD4 leukotriene antag)
MOA: Weak anti-inflammatory &
bronchodilator actions
MET: Best if added to ICS therapy
(allows lower doses)
SE: rarely, vasculitis and systemic eosinophilia
TX: Asthma
(maintenance)
Term
Zafirlukast
Definition
Asthma (LTD4 leukotriene antag)
MOA: Weak anti-inflammatory &
bronchodilator actions
MET: Best if added to ICS therapy
(allows lower doses)
SE: rarely, vasculitis and systemic eosinophilia
TX: Asthma
(maintenance)
Term
Omalizumab
Definition
Asthma (antibodies)
MOA: Monoclonal anti-IgE antibody
OTH: Allowed lower doses of ICS &
↓hospitalizations & ER visits
TX: Asthma
(maintenance)
Term
Cromolyn
Definition
Asthma (preventative)
MOA: Prevents mast cell degranulation
(asthma prophylaxis)
Admin: metered dose inhaler
Spinhaler
4x day regimen
SE:
Virtually no side effects
OTH: No role in acute asthma!
TX:
Asthma
(maintenance)
Term
Nedocromil
Definition
Asthma (preventative)
MOA: Prevents mast cell degranulation
(asthma prophylaxis)
Admin: metered dose inhaler
Spinhaler
4x day regimen
SE:
Virtually no side effects
OTH: Greater potency than cromolyn
Additive therapeutic effects with
corticosteroids
TX:
Asthma
(maintenance)
Term
Chloroquine
Definition
Malaria
MOA: Schizonticide → terminates fever &
parasitemia
Buildup of free heme
MET:
Resistance: mutant PfCRT trx
(reversed by verapamil & desipramine)
SE:
Pruritus, nausea, anorexia, blurring
Hemolysis in G6PD, Wide QRS
AGRANULOCYTOSIS, oto/retinopathy
OTH:


Does not eliminate liver forms
(P. vivax & P. ovale)
No P. falciparum gametocyte kill
TX: PF malaria
Hepatic amebic abscess
Term
Quinine, Quinidine
Definition
Malaria
MOA:
Unknown
MET: Metabolized by liver, excreted by kidney
Coadmin: doxycycline
Only used in chloroquin-resistant
SE:

Cardiotoxicity, hematologic
Cinchonism, hypersensitivity
Blackwater fever, ↓glucose, uteroCX
OTH:

Does not eliminate liver forms
(P. vivax & P. ovale)
No P. falciparum gametocyte kill
TX: PF malaria
Term
Mefloquine
Definition
Malaria
MOA: Schizonticide
Used as prophylaxis
MET:
Long half-life (~20 days)
SE: GI
Neuropsychiatric
Cardiac & blood dyscrasias
OTH:


Does not eliminate liver forms
(P. vivax & P. ovale)
No P. falciparum gametocyte kill
TX:
PF malaria
(chloroquine resistant)
Term
Primaquine
Definition
Malaria
MOA: Synthetic 8-aminiquinoline
MET: Absorbed GI
Half-life: 3-8 hours
SE:
GI, methemoglobinemia
Hemolysis in G6PD
Cardiac & blood dyscrasias
OTH:


Only agent active against dormant
hypnozoite liver form
(P. vivax & P. ovale)
TX: Malaria
Term
Pyramethamine
Definition
Malaria (folate inhib)
MOA: Active against RBC forms
Inhibit DHF reductase → ↓folate
Coadmin: sulfa drugs
(inh. DHP synthase = synergy)
SE: GI
Pruritus
TX: Malaria (p. falciparum)
Term
Sulfadoxine
Definition
Malaria (Sulfonamide)
MOA: Blockade of folic acid synthesis
Admin: used w/ Pyrimethamine (also folate inh)
TX: Malaria (chloroquine-res. P. falciparum)
Term
Suramin
Definition
Parasites (Trypanosomiasis T. brucei)
MOA: inhibition of enzymes involved in energy metabolism
Admin: IV
Does not cross BBB
SE:
GI
Neurological
Cardiovascular, blood dyscrasias
OTH:

Adding pentamidine may increase
efficacy
TX: Early hemolymphatic
African trypanosomiasis (T. brucei gambiense/rhodesiense)
Term
Melarsoprol
Definition
Parasites (Trypanosomiasis T brucei)
MOA: Trivalent arsenical compound, inhibits sulfhydryl groups in parasite enzymes
Admin: IV
Does cross BBB
SE:
Reactive encephalopathy
Renal & cardiac toxicity
Hypersensitivity Hemolytic anemia (G6PD def)
TX: DOC CNS advanced African trypanosomiasis (T. brucei gambiense/rhodesiense)
Term
Eflornithine
Definition
Parasites (Trypanosomiasis)
MOA: Inhibits ornithine decarboxylase → blocks
conversion of ornithine → putrescine
Admin: IV
SE: GI
Blood dyscrasias
OTH:
Mammalian OC enzyme very short
half-life…trypanosome OC enzyme
much more stable
TX: CNS advanced
African trypanosomiasis (T. brucei gambiense/rhodesiense)
Term
Nifurtimox
Definition
Parasites (Trypanosomiasis T. cruzi)
MOA: Forms intracellular oxygen radicals
Admin: oral
SE: GI
CNS Icterus Suppression of cell-mediated immunity
TX: Acute American
trypanosomiasis (T. cruzi)
Term
Sodium stibogluconate
Definition
Parasites (Leishmaniasis)
MOA: inhibition of glycolysis at the phosphofructokinase reaction
Admin: IM or IV
(daily)
SE:
GI
Fever, arthralgias
T wave changes, QT prolong
OTH: First line therapy
TX: Cutaneous & visceral
leishmaniasis (f/ sandflies)
Term
Metronidazole
Definition
Parasites (Amebiasis)
MOA: Causes multiple-strand breaks, disruption of
DNA replication & trx & inhibits DNA repair
Admin: oral
SE: Nausea, headache, metallic taste
GI, CNS, hematologic
Disulfiram-like reaction TERATOGENIC
OTH: May potentiate oral anticoagulants
TX: Giardiasis
Entamebiasis
Trichomoniasis (also G. vaginalis, B. fragilis, C. difficile)
Term
Tetracycline
Definition
Parasites (Belantidiasis)
MOA: antibiotic that eliminates the normal intestinal flora and therefore the ameba's main food source; direct killing of Balantidium coli (blocks aminoacyl tRNA)
MET: Dairy foods and antacids with magnesium and aluminum chelate the drug, low abs.


SE: Nausea
Photosensitivity
Can discolor teeth
(not given to children or pregnant)
TX: Ricketsia, M. pneumoniae, Chlamydia, Balantidia coli; indirect amebicide.
Term
Trimethaprim sulfamethoxazole
Definition
Parasites (Pneumocystis carinii)
MOA: Dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor, stops conversion of dihydrofolate to tetrahydrofolate.
Admin: PO
SE: Rash, Dermatitis, Urticaria (esp. AIDS pts.) Stevens-Johnson syndrome GI Agranulocytosis, megaloblastic anemia (folate def. pts.), hemolytic anemia Headache Depression
OTH: most often combined with Sulfamethoxazole (sulfonamide - PABA analogue comp. inhibits dihydropteroate synthetase), synergistic
TX: UTI's Pneumonia (P. carinii) Bacterial prostatitis Salmonella Shigella Gonorrhea Sinusitis/bronchitis Acute otitis media Toxoplasmosis (2nd line)
Term
Pentamidine
Definition
Parasites (Pneumocystosis)
MOA: Effective against trypanosoma & P. carinii, high-affinity uptake system concentrates it, bind to organism's DNA or inhibit glycolysis
Admin: IM or IV
Half-life: ~6 hr
Accumulates in tissues (12 days)
SE:

Cardiovascular
Pancreatic, hepatic, renal, blood
Bronchospasm, dyspnea


OTH: Injectable (trypanosomatid)
Inhalation (pneumocystis)
TX: Trypanosomes (DOC T. brucei gambiense/rhodesiense hemolymphatic stage)
P. carinii
Term
Praziquantel
Definition
Parasites (Anti-Trematode/Cestode)
MOA: Isoquinoline-pyrazine derivative
↑cell membrane permeability to Ca2+ →
paralysis
Admin: oral
[↑]: cimetidine or carbs
[↓]: steroids or antiepileptics
SE:


Mild: headache, dizziness, GI,
myalgia, pruritis, fever
OTH: Bitter taste (don't chew)
TX: Schistosomiasis
Hydatid disease
Neurocysticercosis
Trematodes & Cestodes
Term
Niclosamide
Definition
Parasites (anti-cestodes)
MOA: Salicylamide derivative
Inhibits oxidative phosphorylation
Admin: oral
SE: Mild GI
OTH: no longer on US market; found to cause cysticercosis in pts infected with T. solium
TX: Cestodes (tapeworms)
Term
Mebendazole
Definition
Parasites (Cestodes)
MOA: Inhibits microtubule synthesis
Admin: oral
Poorly absorbed from GI
(effect ↑w/fatty meal)
SE:

Hypersensitivity reactions
Alopecia
OTH:
Wide-spectrum
TX: Ascariasis (roundworm)
Trichuriasis (whipworm)
Pin (E. vermicularis) & Hookworm (N. americanus)
Term
Albendazole
Definition
Parasite (Cestodes)
MOA: Active albendazole sulfoxide, blocks glucose uptake
Admin: oral
Metabolized in liver to active form
SE:
Mild GI
Long-term use (hydatid):
↑liver enzyme & blood dyscrasia
OTH:

Admin fasting: luminal parasite
Admin fatty meal: tissue parasite
Coadmin: corticosteroids (cyst)
TX:

Cysticercosis (whipworm)
Hydatid disease
Round (Ascariasis), Pin (E. vermicularis), Hook (N. americanus)
Term
Pyrantel Pamoate
Definition
Parasite (Nematode)
MOA: Tetrahydropyrimidine derivative
NMJ blocking agent → paralyzes & expels
Admin: oral
Poorly absorbed from GI (good!)
SE: GI
Insomnia
OTH: ACh release & AChE inhibition
Cure rates >90%
TX:
Ascariasis (roundworm)
Pinworm (Enterobius vermicularis)
Hookworm (Necator americanus)
Term
Piperazine
Definition
Parasite (Nematode)
MOA: Direct GABA agonist
Blocks ACh at NMJ to produce nematode
flacid paralysis
Admin: oral
Excretion: w/in 24 hrs
SE: GI
OTH: Cure rate of ascariasis (>90%)
TX: Ascariasis (roundworm)
Term
Aspirin
Definition
RA (COX1 & COX2 Irreversible inh) Duration: Low = 15 min High = 4 h ↑ High = 13 h OTH: 1) binds serum proteins (depends on dose) 2) irreversibly acetylates COX-1&2, 3) irreversibly inhibits platelet aggregation SE: 1) salicylism, respirary alkalosis, met. acid 2) NSAID-asthma 3) Reyes syndome TX: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation
Term
Diclofenac
Definition
RA (COX1 & COX2 Inh) MET: Liver CYP3A4 CYP2C9 Duration: Short (2hr) OTH: 1)↑ serum aminotransferase activity in liver 2) Renal dysfx doesn't impair clearance SE: Typical NSAID TX: Rheumatoid arthritis, Inflammation
Term
Diflunasil
Definition
RA [Dolobid] (COX1 & COX2 Inh) MOA: Analgesia (low grade pain) Anti-pyretic (PG inhibition) Anti-inflamatory (MSK, RA, OA) Anti-coagulant (other NSAIDs can block long-lasting ASA) COX-2 Pro-coagulant (↓ COX-2 PGI but not COX-1 TXA) Duration: onset 1hr, analgesia 2-3 hr SE: GI irritation (ASA espclly) ↑ bleeding time (inhib. TXA) Kidney effects Pregnancy (delayed onset of labor from ↓ PGE & PGF) Hypersensitivity (↓ COX → arachidonate → ↑ lipoxygenase) TX: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation
Term
Ibuprofen
Definition
RA [Advil, Motrin] (COX1 & COX2 Inh) MET: Liver CYP2C8 Duration: Short (2hr) OTH: Low dose = analgesic (no anti-inflam) High dose = analgesic & anti-inflam SE: GI, rash, tinnitis, fluid retention kidney failure, hepatitis TX: RA, Chronic Inflammation
Term
Indomethacin
Definition
RA [Indocid] (COX 1 & COX 2 Inh) OTH: Very potent indole derivative SE: 30% have to discontinue (psychosis & hallucination) TX: RA, Chronic Inflammation, Acute Gouty Attacks
Term
Naproxen
Definition
RA [Aleve] (COX1 & COX2 Inh) Duration: Long (12 hr) OTH: Free fraction is 40% higher in females SE: GI irritation (ASA espclly) ↑ bleeding time (inhib. TXA) Kidney effects Pregnancy (delayed onset of labor from ↓ PGE & PGF) Hypersensitivity (↓ COX → arachidonate → ↑ lipoxygenase) TX: RA, Chronic Inflammation
Term
Celecoxib
Definition
RA (COX2 Selective) OTH: 1) Least potent of COX-2 inhibitors 2) Does not affect platelet aggregation SE: Can interfere w/antihypertensive therapy Still contraindicated in pts w/GI ulcers TX: RA, Chronic Inflammation
Term
Methotrexate
Definition
RA (DMARD) MOA: Inhibits DHFR → ↓ thymidylate, ↓ purines, ↓ methionine, ↓ serine SE: Bone marrow (immunosupp) GI Nephro & Hepatotoxicity OTH: Develops resistance via DHFR transport, MPs, Leucovorin (folate) to reverse toxicity TX: RA, CURES: osteosarcoma & choriocarcinoma ALL, Burkitt's, Non-H, Blad
Term
Azathioprine
Definition
RA (DMARD) MOA: Converted to thioinosinate; Cytotoxic to B/T lymphocytes; Competitive inhibition of inosinate S phase inhibitor MET: Low dose used for prophylaxis SE: Toxicity may limit chronic use OTH: Myelosuppression Coadministration w/allopurinol is toxic (azatioprine broken down by xanthine oxidase) TX: RA, Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis, Transplant Rejection
Term
Sulfasalazine
Definition
RA (DMARD) MOA: Bacteria split azo bond → 5-ASA (& sulfapyridine) → ↓ inflammation MET: 75% reaches colon 5-ASA = active metabolite Sulfapyridine = SEs SE: Nausea, vomiting Headache Allergy OTH: Can cause ↓ folate absorption TX: RA, Ulcerative colitis (85%) Colonic Crohn's Dz
Term
Adalimumab
Definition
RA (DMARD) MOA: recombinant antibody against TNF-α receptor Admin: SubQ, usually w/ methotrexate SE: Headache, nausea, rash at injection site
Term
Etanercept
Definition
RA (DMARD) MOA: binds two molecules of TNF-α together, prevents them from activating cellular receptors Admin: SubQ, combination of methotrexate and etanercept has shown to reduce symptoms in RA more effectively than either one alone SE: Injection site reactions TX: RA
Term
Infliximab
Definition
RA (DMARD) MOA: IgG monoclonal antibody directed to TNF-α, inactivating it Admin: IV, used in conjuction w/ methotrexate SE: infusion rxns, fever/chills, anti-infliximab Ab's, predisposition to cell-mediated immunity infections (or reactivations) TX: RA, Crohn's
Term
Isoniazid
Definition
Tuberculosis MOA: inhibits InhA and KasA, enzymes essential for the synthesis of mycolic acids Admin: oral, PE; absorp. impaired if taken with aluminum-containing antacids MET: met in liver by N-acetylation; rate varies among humans 1-3hrs; INHIBITS CP450 (↑ [phenytoin, benzos, warfarin]) RES: mutation/deletion of katG gene, underproduction of enzyme needed for activation, mut in InhA enzyme = resistance SE: Peripheral neuritis (hands/feet; due to inactivating pyridoxine) Hepatogoxicity jaundice hepatitis (LFT's must be monitored) Rash CNS CROSSES PLACENTA TX: TB, alone as prophylaxis in skin test converters
Term
Rifampin
Definition
Tuberculosis
MOA: inhibits mycobacterial DNA dep RNA polymerase
MET: Very lipid soluable (penetrates CNS), INDUCES CYP450 (↓ [ketoconazole, warfarin...])
RES: decreased permeability or mutation in DNA dep RNA poly
SE: Red-orange color to secretions Rash Fever GI Flu-like syndrome
TX: TB, prophylaxis against MAC, Leprosy, L. pneumophilia
Term
Pyrazinimide
Definition
TB
MOA: mycobacterial fatty acid synthase I gene, stops mycolic acid synthesis
MET: oral, high lipophilicity (CNS pen), works best at ↓pH ~within phagolysosomes)
SE: Hepatotoxicity, Gout (inhibits uric acid secretion), Arthralgia and myalgia
TX: short-course (<6 mo) TB in combo w/ isoniazid/rifampin
Term
Ethambutol
Definition
TB
MOA: inhibits arabinosyl transferase, ↓ syn of arabinogalactan, carbohydrate polymer essential in mycobacterial cell wall
Admin: oral, high lipophilicity (CNS pen)
SE: Optic Neuritis, Red-Green color blindness, Gout (↓ uric acid secretion) Rash Fever
TX: M. tuberculosis, M. avium, M. kansasii
Term
Streptomycin
Definition
TB
MOA: binds 30s ribosomal subunit, inhibits formation of initiation complex and blocks translocation step. also induce misreading of mRNA code; transported in via an OXYGEN DEPENDENT system (inactive against anaerobes)
Admin: IV, poor oral absorp (no CNS pen)
RES: modifying enzymes (most common)
SE: amiNOglycoside; Nephrotoxicity (acute tubular necrosis) Ototoxicity (↑ w/ loop diuretics)
Term
p-Aminosalicylic Acid
Definition
TB
MOA: 2nd Line TB agent, always given in combo
Term
Erythromycin
Definition
MOA: binds the 50s ribosomal subunit, inhibits translocation step of protein syn
Admin: oral, IV
MET: INHIBITS CYP450
RES: Bacterial plasmids coding for enzymes that inactive the drug
SE: GI Cholestatic hepatitis Hypersensitivity; contraindicated with Theophylline
TX: Alt. to penicillin; Mycoplasma, Legionella, C. trachomatis, C. diphtheriae, B. pertussis
Term
Dapsone
Definition
Leprosy
MOA: PABA analog that binds DHP
synthetase → ↓ folic acid
Administer: oral or IV
MET: acylation in the liver
RES: Target site mutation, up-regulation,
new genes, altered uptake/efflux
(Plasmid/Chromosomal)
SE:


Allergy
Not given to: G6P or folic acid
deficiency, or pregnant; Drug-induced lupus erythematosus
HIV: prophylaxis → neutropenia &
exfoliative dermatitis
TX: Leprosy in combo w/ rifampin and clofazimine
Term
Clofazimine
Definition
Leprosy
MOA: binds DNA and inhibits its replication
Admin: oral
SE: Distinctive reddish-brown discoloration of the skin, GI
TX: Leprosy
Term
Allopurinol
Definition
Gout MOA: Comp. inhibits xanthine oxidase ↓conversion of hypoxanthine → xanthine → uric acid MET: Metabolized to oxipurinol (active) Depletes purine precursors (5'-PRPP) SE: Maculopapular rash (pruritus) GI, hepatotoxicity Fever, hypersensitivity OTH: Not useful for acute gout attacks Inhibits kidney reperfusion injury TX: Chronic tophaceus gout
Term
Febuxostat
Definition
Gout (exact same as allo) MOA: Comp. inhibits xanthine oxidase ↓conversion of hypoxanthine → xanthine → uric acid MET: Metabolized to oxipurinol (active) Depletes purine precursors (5'-PRPP) SE: Maculopapular rash (pruritus) GI, hepatotoxicity Fever, hypersensitivity OTH: Not useful for acute gout attacks Inhibits kidney reperfusion injury TX: Chronic tophaceus gout
Term
Probenecid
Definition
Gout MOA: Inhibits proximal tubule reabsorption of urate MET: Admin: oral Half-life: 6-12 hours Interax: PCN, ASA, sulfa, allopurinol SE: GI Dermatitis Nephrotic syndrome OTH: Not to be used in acute gout attacks TX: Hyperuricemia control
Term
Colchicine
Definition
Gout MOA: Binds microtubule tubulin → ↓polymerization → ↓WBC migration & urate phagocytosis MET: Admin: oral Accumulates in WBCs Deacetylated in liver SE: GI Blood dyscrasias CNS depression, shock TX: 2nd line acute Gouty arthritis attacks Pseudogout Familial Med. fever
Term
Rasburicase
Definition
Gout MOA: recombinant enzyme which catalyzes uric acid → allantoin which is 5x-10x more soluable than uric acid i.e. More effective renal clearance of uric acid SE: Methmegloginemia Anaphylaxis Expense OTH: catalyzes conversion of existing uric acid TX: Gout
Term
Amphoterecin B
Definition
Anti-fungal MOA: polyene; binds to ergosterol and forms pores w/in memb Admin: IV, intra-thecal (fungal meningitis), topial (candidiasis) MET: poor absorption from GI, excreted in bile RES: replace ergosterol with other precursor sterols SE: Renal Impairment (80% experience ↓ GFR and changes in tubular function) Renal Tubular Necrosis Hypotension Fever chills Hypochromic normocytic anemia CNS TX: Systemic mycosis (Candida, Histoplasma, Cryptococcus, Aspergillus, Coccidioides, Mucor)
Term
Flucytosine
Definition
Anti-fungal MOA: inhibits DNA synthesis by conversion to 5-fluorouracil (thymidalate synthase inh) Admin: PO, distributes well (inc CNS) SE: Hematological (reversible bone marrow depression) Elevatd hepatic enzymes GI TX: adjunct to systemic infections (Candida, Cryptococcus)
Term
Ketoconazole
Definition
Anti-fungal MOA: blocks cytochrome p-450-mediated Ergosterol synthesis (c-14-α demethylase) Admin: PO MET: depends on gastric acidity to be dissolved and absorbed; Cimetidine and antacids impair its absorption; met in liver excreted in bile SE: Gynecomastia (inhibits sterol synthesis), dec libido, GI, Hepatic dysfunction, INHIBITS CYP450, Allergies OTH: never use azoles and ampho B together, antagonistic TX: Blastomyces, Coccidioides, Histoplasma, Candida albicans; hypercortisolism
Term
Itraconazole
Definition
Anti-fungal MOA: blocks cytochrome p-450-mediated Ergosterol synthesis (c-14-α demethylase) Admin: IV, oral MET: INHIBITOR of CYP450, does not cross the BBB SE: GI, hypertriglyceridemia, rash, hypokalemia, hypertension, Hepatotoxicity (does not have endocrinological SE of Keto) TX: indolent nonmeningeal infections of blastomycosis, histoplasmosis, coccidioidomycosis and cutaneous sporotrichosis
Term
Caspofungin
Definition
Anti-fungal (echinocandins) MOA: inhibits cell wall synthesis by blocking the formation of β(1,3)-D-glucan Admin: IV SE: Phlebitis at injection site TX: Invasive Aspergillus for pts who have failed therapy with other agents (ampho b, voriconazole)
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Griseofulvin
Definition
Anti-Fungal (s7s drugs for mucocutaneous) MOA: inhibits microtubule function, with long-term therapy, this drug accumulates in the newly synthesized stratum corneum MET: well abs orally, esp with high fat diet; elim bile SE: Headache, Hepatotoxicity, GI, rarely teratogenic/carcinogenic TX: Dermatophytes (Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton)
Term
Terbinafine
Definition
Anti-Fungal (sys Rx for mucocutaneous) MOA: inhibits squalene epoxidase which syn ergosterol, accum of squalene is toxic to fungi Admin: oral or topical SE: Rash Headache GI, contraindicated in pregnancy TX: first-line Dermatophyte infections, esp onychomycosis
Term
Fluconazole
Definition
Anti-Fungal MOA: inhibits production of Ergosterol Admin: orally or IV; elim through kid MET: enters the CSF in high concentrations and is not dep on acidic pH for abs. does not cause endocrine dysfunction (keto) SE: GI Headache Rash, INHIBITS CYP450 (↑ [cyclosporine, warfarin, phenytoin]), Teratogenic TX: DOC Disseminated or progressive coccidioidal infections, Disseminated histoplasmosis, Oral, esophageal, and vaginal candidiasis, Prophylaxis of cryptococcal meningitis in AIDS pt
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Voriconazole
Definition
Anti-Fungal MOA: inhibits ergosterol synthesis Admin: oral, IV MET: met. by CYP450, influenced by other drugs effects on cyp450 SE: blurred vision or color perception, Hepatotoxicity, Rash TX: invasive Aspergillosis, life-threatning infections with Fusarium or Scedosporium apiospermum
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Nystatin
Definition
Anti-Fungal (topical) MOA: polyene sim. to ampho B, creates pores in cell membrane by binding to Ergosterol SE: Bitter taste, nausea TX: topical for skin & mucocutaneous inf. or Oral for Candida thrush. "swish and swallow"
Term
Clotrimazole
Definition
Anti-fungal (topical) MOA: inhibits c-14-α demethylase, blocks Ergosterol synthesase SE: itching, erythema, burning TX: Superficial infections of th skin and mucous membranes (Blastomyces, Coccidioides, Histoplasma, Candida albicans) Effective against Candida and dermatophytoses
Term
Miconazole
Definition
Anti-fungal (topical) MOA: inhibits c-14-α demethylase, blocks Ergosterol synthesase SE: itching, erythema, burning TX: Superficial infections of th skin and mucous membranes (Blastomyces, Coccidioides, Histoplasma, Candida albicans) Effective against Candida and dermatophytoses
Term
Naftifine
Definition
Anti-fungal (topical) MOA: inhibits squalene epoxidase blocking Ergosterol synthesis Admin/TX: creams for tinea cruris and corporis
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