Hormonal (Endocrine) Drugs Flashcards

1
Q

List the most common hormonal (endocrine) diseases in veterinary medicine

A

Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, Cushing’s disease (hyperadrenocorticism) and Addison’s disease (hypoadrenocorticism).

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2
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What species is mainly affected by hypothyroidism?

A

Dogs

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3
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What species is mainly affected by hyperthyroidism?

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Cats

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4
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What species is mainly affected by diabetes mellitus?

A

Dogs and cats

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5
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What species is mainly affected by Cushing’s disease

A

Dogs

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6
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What is usually monitored when treating hypothyroidism?

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Thyroid level. 1 month after starting treatment and approximately every 6 months thereafter.

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7
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What drug is used to treat hypothyroidism?

A

Levothyroxine

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8
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What drug is used to treat hyperthyroidism?

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Methimazole

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9
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What is usually monitored when treating hyperthyroidism?

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Thyroid level, kidney parameters and red and white blood cells. Usually 3-4 weeks after starting the medication and approximately every 4-6 months thereafter.

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10
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What drug is used to treat diabetes mellitus?

A

Insulin

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11
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What is the most common insulin used in dogs?

A

Caninsulin (Porcine lente insulin)

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12
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What is the most common insulin used in cats?

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Glargine

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13
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When providing clients with insulin syringes what is a critical piece information to ensure that it is done safely.

A

Find out what insulin that animal is taking and ensure that the correct syringes are provided.

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14
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How is the treatment of diabetes mellitus monitored?

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With glucose curves

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15
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What are the names of the of the drug used to treat Cushing’s disease?

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Vetoryl is the trade name and trilostane is the drug name

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16
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What types of drugs are used to treat Addison’s disease (hypoadrenocorticism)?

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Glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids.