Autonomic/CV Drugs — Flashcards

What adverse effect may desmopressin (DDAVP) have on sodium levels? _____

One adverse effect of NSAIDs is _____ due to inhibition of COX-1

Hint: GI

What dermatologic complication is associated with phenytoin use? _____

Bile acid resins (e.g. cholestyramine) indirectly _____ HMG CoA reductase activity and thus _____ cholesterol synthesis by the liver

Class IC antiarrhythmics have a(n) _____ binding affinity for the Na+ channel

What laboratory function tests should be checked when using amiodarone? _____

Hint: 3

What suffix is associated with small molecule kinase inhibitors? _____

Loop diuretics induce expression of _____, which leads to synthesis of prostaglandins (e.g. PGE)

What classes of diuretics are characterized by increased urine K+? _____

Hint: 2

Dextromethorphan is an antitussive that has mild _____ effects when used in excess and thus has mild abuse potential