adv pharm quiz/exam 1 Flashcards

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Pharmacokinetics

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The study of the absorption (A), distribution (D), metabolism (M), and excretion (E) of drugs
the application of PK principles to the safe and effective therapeutic management of medications in a patient.

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pharmacodynamics

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study and relationship of the action of a drug in the body over time; relationship between the drug at site of action and resulting effect

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half life

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time required for serum concentration to decrease by 50% after absorption/distribution

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clearance

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volume of blood from which drug is removed over a given time

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steady state

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when drug concentration is considtent after each does- 5 half lives

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Emax

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maximum response of the system to drug

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EC50

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concentration of a drug that produces 1/2 maximum response; dose at which 50% of individuals exhibit specified effect

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Potency

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measure referring to different doses of 2 drugs needed to produce same effect

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ADME- A

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absorption

movement of drug into bloodstream

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bioavailability

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how much of the drug is absorbed

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Routes for absorption

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oral, rectal, IM, percutaneous, transdermal, intraosseous, peritoneal

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factors affected absorption

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gastric pH (higher in premies)
Gastric emptying time
bile acidand bilirubin excretion
pancreatic enzymes

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First Pass metabolism

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drug is first metabolized by the liver and therefore decreases the bioavailability of the drug in systemic circulation
only with oral admin (sublingual goes directly into the bs)

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IM admin CDC recs- site of admin

0-12 months

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vastuls lateralis

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IM admin CDC rec- 13-24 months

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vastus lateralis, deltoid

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IM admin 3-adults

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deltoid is preferred

vastus lat

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How many mL can you give IM for adults, neonates and children

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adults- 2mL
Neonates- 0.5
children- no more than 1

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percutaneous absorption in children- physio differences

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thinner stratum corneum
high water content in dermis
greater body surface area to body

by 5yo BSA normalizses; (transdermal patches);

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pharmacokinetics percutaneous absorption

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absorption increased in newborn

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ADME- Distribution
1 compartment
2 compartment

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movement of a drug from one compartment to another;
1- drug is immediately distrib through body
2- drug is first distributed to central compartment (heart, l lungs, kidney) and then to body (tissues)

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factors affecting distribution

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Concentration gradient
Blood flow
Lipophilicity/ hydrophilicity 
Molecular weight
Protein binding  only unbound drugs will be able to exert pharmacologic activity 
Permeability of capillary beds
Blood brain barriers
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distribution- protein binding

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Protein bound drugs pharmacologically inert
Only unbound drugs exert pharmacologic effects
Displacement of protein bound drugs may alter pharmacologic and toxic effects of the drug

Examples of highly protein bound drugs:
Phenytoin (80% in neonates – 95% in adults; requires serum albumin dose adjustment)
Ceftriaxone (85 – 95%)

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distribution differences in children - plasma protein binding

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Decreased in young infants> increased free drug

Fetal albumin: decreased binding affinity with acidic drugs

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Competitive binding

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Competitive binding: bilirubin, free fatty acids and drugs competed for albumin binding sites
Highly protein bound drugs displace bilirubin from protein binding sites > kernicterus

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BBB
blood brain barrier Cerebral endothelial cells have tight junctions Drugs with low lipid solubility unable to cross Highly lipid soluble drugs cross easily Inflammation can increase concentrations into the brain
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Relative permeability of capillaries
liver, kidney, muscle, fetus (placenta), brain
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distribution differences in pediatrics
``` body composition increasedTBW neonates- 78% premies- 85% fetus- 94% ```
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ADME-M
metabolism transformation of drug into active formulation to allow for pharmacologic effect degradation of active chemical compound not all drugs will undergo metabolism
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Phase 1 Metabolism
mixed-function oxididase enzyme system think CYP enzymes Inc hydrophilicity of drugs to facilitate elimination of drugs by kidney
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phase II Metabolism
conjuguation reactions enzymes which catalzye the formation of conjugates with the oxidized drug or parent compound --where you end up with the active component in addition to inactive components
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metabolism alterations in children
hepatic clearance: inc during first 3 months of life, exceeds adult clearance by adolescence
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drug interactions in metabolism
Substrate Substance acted upon by an enzyme Inducer Stimulates synthesis of enzyme capacity Inhibitor Prevents enzyme from synthesizing drug
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ADME-Excretion
The removal of active and inactive drugs Renal excretion Biliary excretion Active or passive
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Renal Excretion
Major route by which drugs exit the body Rate of excretion dependent on: Pharmacologic properties of the drug Concentration of drug in the blood Rate of urine production
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estimating renal function | CrCl
Equations CCG Schwartz (Original, Modified, Revised) Limitations SCr is not a great marker (especially in kids) Equations can vary and some can overestimate
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Estimating Creatinine Clearance- equation
``` CrCl = K x L/SCr CrCl = Creatinine Clearance (mL/min/1.73m2) ``` K = constant of proportionality Age & gender based L = Length (height) in cm SCr = serum creatinine (mg/dL)
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Biliary Excretion
Drugs in the liver may be secreted along with bile into the duodenum May also be reabsorbed
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excretion alterations in children
Decreased GFR and tubular secretion at birth Especially during first week of life Reaches relative adult function at 6 months of age inc risk of toxicity
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ADE associated with PK changes in pediatrics
``` Increase risk of toxicity Impedes linear growth Acute dystonic reactions Respiratory depression Paradoxical hyperactivity Cognitive impairments Kernicterus ```
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Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
TDM Indications: any drug with a narrow therapeutic range inadequate response of medication suspected toxicities (ie serious or persistent ADE)
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target concentrations peak trough
Peak – highest concentration that a certain medication reaches in the blood stream Trough – lowest concentration that a certain medication reaches in the blood stream
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pregnancy categories | A
Adequate and well-controlled studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus during pregnancy
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pregnancy-B category
Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans
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pregnancy-C category
Animal studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well controlled studies in humans
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pregnancy- D category
There is positive evidence of human fetal risk based on adverse reaction data
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pregnancy-X category
Studies in animals or humans have demonstrated fetal abnormalities and/or there is positive evidence of human fetal risk based on adverse reaction data
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preload
Ventricular filling pressure or left ventricular end-diastolic volume (LVEDV)
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afterload
Left ventricular wall tension or stress during systole
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Stroke Volume (SV)
volume of blood ejected during systole | – Dependent on preload, afterload, & contractility
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Cardiac Output (CO)
volume of blood ejected per unit of time [CO = HR x SV]
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Cardiorenal modeling
Na/H20 excess> think diuretics as 1st line
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Cardiocirculatory
nadequate contractility  think (+) inotropes
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Neurohormonal
initial insult activates sympathetic system; but progression is mediated by neurohormones > modulate hormonal activation
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principles of pharm therapy for systolic HF
– Block the compensatory neurohormonal activation caused by decreased cardiac output – Prevent/minimize Na and water retention – Eliminate/minimize symptoms of HF – Slow progression of cardiac dysfunction – Decrease mortality (prolong survival) – Increase quality of life
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diuretics | mechanism of action
– Inhibits reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the renal tubules • ↑ Na excretion>↑ volume excretion>↓ preload – Rapid improvement in edema
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diuretic class: Na excretion loop thiazide k-sparing
loop: 25-30% Thiazide: 5-10% k sparing- 2-5%
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ADE of diuretics
electrolyte depletion ( dec in Na, K, Mg and Ca and Cl) hypotension dizziness dehydration ``` Loop: Nephrotoxic sulfa allergy-caution hyperglycemic ototoxic ``` Sprironolactone- hyperkalemia is ADE but also is often used for this effect gynecomastia
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Beta Blockers- clinical pearls
clinically stable patients on CE and diuretics should be fluid stable before starting symptomatic for first few weeks start low and then titrate slow
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MOA for Aldosterone Antag
blocks effects of aldosterone in kidneys, heart, vasculature dec K and Mg loss-->dec in ventricular arrhythmias -dec in Na retention--> dec in fluid retention -dec in catecholamine potentiation--> dec in BP -blocks direct fibrotic actions on myocardium
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Aldosterone antag-- ADE
inc in K Gynecomastia or breast pain sexual dysfunction
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Why use Spiro in peds?
primarily for K sparing effect only tablets are available so it requires compounding pharmacy to prepare suspension -avoid in combination with both ACE-1 and ARB due to risk of inc. K
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benefits of Digoxin
improved symptoms, improved exercise tolerance, dec hospitalizations, no effect on mortality very minimal use in children
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MOA Digoxin
inhibits Na-K ATPase dec central sympathetic outflow by sensitizing cardiac baroreceptors dec renal reabsorption of Na
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Digoxin ADE
Dig tox cardiac tox- ventricular arrhythmia, heart blocks, bradycardia CNS toxicities Confusion, vision changes
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Risk factors for ADE-Dig
``` low K low Mg High Ca hypothyroidism interacting meds renal insufficiency ```
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Contraindications for Digoxin
2nd or 3rd degree heart block
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Cautions for Digoxin
Amiodarone, diuretics, Cholestryamine, spriro, verapamil
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Monitoring Digoxin
``` BMP- SCr, K serum dig levels Ti- 0.8-1.2 HF symptoms Signs and symptoms of dig tox ```
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Digoxin clinical pearls
NOT for acute exacerbations loading dose not needed in HF Low starting dose in patients with conduction abnormalities, dec renal fx, low lean body mass dec dose by 50% for concomitant amiodarone therapy
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Nitrates & Hydralazine | MOA
hydralazine- Vasodilator, enhances effect of nitrates Nitrates- stimulates nitric acid signaling in endothelium, dec. preload
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ADE Nitrates/Hydralazine
ADE: Headache, hypotension, dizziness Hydra: leucopenia, thrombocytopenia, lupus-like syndrome Nitrate- flu-like symptoms, flushing
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what to monitor for nitrates and hydralazine
CBC: WBC/Platelets Vitals-BP ANA profile (lupus) HF symtpoms
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Calcium Channel Blockers- benefits
no mortality benefit tx of htn in patients at target doses of ACE-1, BB and ARB no observed decompensated HF with amlodipine/felodipine
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Anti-Arrhythmics in HF: | the only two that are proven safe:
1) Amiodarone | 2) Dofetilde
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Aspirin uses
post Norwood/procedures requiring least amount of anticoag. - IVIG resistent Kawasaki disease for anti-inflamm. and aneurysm clotting - dose: 5-10mg/kg - unstable in liquid- crush and dilute w water before admin * reye's syndrome- caution
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Warfarin/ Coumadin
MOA- inhibits VKORC1, depleting functional Vitamin K reserves limits amount of vit K dependent coagulation factors needed for clotting Factors: II, VII, IX, X Protein C & S- natural anticoag Fontan- procedures, cardiac devices
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Warfarin Dosing
0.2mg/kg starting dose usually given at night for AM lab draws may req bridge anticoag for first 304 days until therapeutic INR due to depletion of protein C and S
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monitoring Warfarin
Nutrition (vit K)- crucial to eat same amount of vitamin K each week INR Goal 2-3
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reversal options for warfarin
vitamin K and FFP
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Enoxaparin/ Lovenox | uses
Procine derived low molecular weight heparin, inhibits factor Xa preventing clots Use: DVT proph. Tx of thrombis (PE, catheter clot) Dosing in children: 1-2mg/kg/dose q 12 only - SC inj
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antidote for Lovenox
Protamine- minimally useful in reversing though
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sinus arrhythmias
normal physiologic variant characterized by inc HR during inspiration and a dec HR in inspiration -caused by changes in parasympathetic input to heart
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Ventricular Premature Beats
(or Premature Ventricular Contractions) Prem. depolarizations of the ventricles leading to early systolic contractions usually folloewd by pause resulting in irregular HR and irreg patterns occur in isolation and generally benign may cause hemodynamic compromise
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Atrial Premature Beats-APBs
early depol. of atrial myocardium leading to propogation of electrical impulses through atrium results in early systolic ventricular contractions usually benign and rarely assoc w sustained tachyarrhythmias
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goal of therapy for Afib
normalize ventricular rate
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Rate Control Drugs
Beta blockers Non-DHP ca ch bl Digoxin Amiodarone
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Rhythm Control Drugs
``` Amiodarone Sotalol Propafenone Procainamide Quinidine Flecainide Dofetilide ```
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Inotrope:
hard vs soft | pos. inotrope forces heart to beat- Hard vs Soft
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Chronotrope
ffast vs slow alters the rate Pos chrono- inc HR Neg chrono- Dec HR
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Dromotrophic
speed of electrical conduction from either nerve or cardiac muscle
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Rate Control Drugs:
Beta Blockers Non-DHP CCBS Dig Amiodarone
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Beta Blockers MOA
block effect of sympathetic neurotrans. on heart and vasculature-->decrease ventr. arrythmias, dec impulse transmission, dec AV nodal conduction
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Beta Blockers: nonselective
Propranolol
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Cautions Beta Blockers
severe bronchospastic disease (asthma) symptomatic hypotension 2nd or 3rd degree HB
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Non-Dihydropyridine CCBS Moa
dec. influx of Ca on vasculature smoothmuscle nad myocardium; slows conduction and automaticity thru AV node Dec impulse transmission
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ADE- CCBs
hypotension, dec HR, fluid retention, dizziness, flushing, constipation (verapamil) caution- sick sinus syndrome wolff-parkinson white synd 2ndor 3rd degree AV block
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What is agent of choice for acute rate control?
N-D CCB
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Digoxin MOA
direct inhib. of Na/K ATPase pump
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Loading dose of Dig mcg/kg/day maintain. dose
loading dose is based on age, formulation, indication Maint. Dose- 2.5-10mcg/kg q24
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therapeutic Monitoring for HF and Tox
HF: 0.5-.9 Tox: > 2
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ADE dig
3rd degree block, cardiac change (PVC, V/Vfib) rash, N/V, D, abd. pain, anorexia, visual disturbance INC risk of tox: hypoK, hypoMg, hyPERCa, low body weight very long T1/2
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Digibind
immune antigen binding frag for dig; binds to dig and is elim thru kidneys 20-90 min resolution of symptoms
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Dofetilide
Classification- Class III antiarrhythmic blocks potassium channels to inc action potential due to delayed repolarization CAUTIONS ADE- hypotension, dec in HR, QTc prolongation, syncope, dizziness Caution- QTc >440 msec CrCl < 20
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monitor Defotilide
Vitals-BP,HR EKG-rhythm, QTC BMP, ADE prolonged QTc, req 50% dose reduction, potential for proarrythmic effects
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Flecainide
Class 1C antiarrythmic Blocks Sodium Channels Dizziness, visual, dyspnea, vent. arrythmias, worsening HF Caution- 1st or 2nd degree HB, renal disease Contra- congestive heart failure, post-myocardial infarction
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Sotalol
MOA Class II and III antiarrythmic Beta Blocker- class II effects B-adrenergic Blocking properties Class III effects- blocks K+ channels at higher doses
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Sotalol ADE
``` hypotension Dec HR AV block QTc prolongation (dose reduce > 450 QTc) bradycardia dizziness, headache, fatigue ``` caution- severe bronchial asthma, 2nd or 3rd AV block, HF, renal failure
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propafenone
Class Ic antiarrhythmic, blocks Na challens to prolong refractor; exhib. B-Blockade activity ADE- dec HR, QTC prolong, bronchospasm, HF, edema, arrythmias, impaired Taste, dizziness
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cautions with Propafenone
severe bronchial asthma, CHF, liver diseases, ANA titers (elevated) - (?lupus?) monitor vitals, EKG, LFTS, CBC, lupus, ADE
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clinical pearls Propafenone
Titrate no more than every 4-5 day reduce dose by 25-50% in aptients with liver disease, HB, QRS widening, immediate release recommended for acute control, sustained release recommended for chronic control
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Amiodarone
fits in ALL Vaughan Williams Classifications; place in therapy- multiple arrhythmias, also helpful in retrograde electrical disorders, angina, HF
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Amiodarone ADE
dec bp, dec HR, QTc prolong, AV block N/V, dec appetite, constip. phlebitis, optic neuropathy/neuritis dizziness, peripheral neuropathy, coordination, hep, hypo/er thyroid, blue-gray skin discolorations, photosens, pulmonary fib
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Amidoarone Caution
iodine allerg, 2nd or third deg HB, hepatic disease, drug interactions, QTc prolong monitor- Vitals (BP/HR), EKG, pulmonary testing, thyroid testing, opthalmic testing, ade *prefer IV route in sympt. patients, safe and effective in patients iwth AFIB and HF FDA requires patients receive drug info patient education packet
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QT Interval Prolongation
Duration from early ventricular depolarization to latest repolarization • QTc = corrected QT interval accounting for heart rate • Standard values – Normal: < 430 (men) & < 450 (women) – Borderline: > 450 (men); > 470 (women) – Prolonged: > 450 (men) & > 470 (women)
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• Risk factors for prolonged QT:
– Multiple prolonging agents OR high doses of 1x agent – HypoK+, hypoCa+, HypoNa+ • So anything that can affect electrolyte balance can potentiate the risk (ie diuretics) – Female – Congenital prolonged QT
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QTc =
QTc = QT interval //// | sq route of RR interval (in sec)
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TdP: Torsades de Pointes
``` Life threatening • Requires cardioversion • Crediblemeds.org – Class III anti-arrhythymic drugs – Ondansetron (Zofran®), Granisetron (Kytril®) – Methadone – Fluoroquinolones – Haloperidol ```
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Cystic Fibrosis | life expectancy
life expectancy is now up to 40; used to be 10, 30s
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Patho of CF
CFTR dysfunction alters ion permeability of cell membranes inadequate secretin of fluid, which alters physical chemical properties of secretions -->imbalance of ions and water in intracellular areas CFTR gene protein- ATP-binding cassette protein; 2 ATP hydrolysis domains. fx: cAMP- dep and protein kinase C, Cl- channel ==> Loss of function results in epithelial dysfunction
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GFTR gene mutations
``` Class I: defective protein production class II defecive protein processing Class III- defective channel regulation Class IV: defective channel conductance most common mutation is 3-base pare deletion-->loss o phyenylanine at position 508: 508 allele ```
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clinical manifestations lower resp tract
dec FVC, forecd exp vol in 1 sec (FEV1) bronchiectasis, chronic hypoxia, cough, chronic infection, GERD barrel chest, clubbing ciliary dysfunction-->mucous, warm, moist environment- infection->decline
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most common CF organisms
``` staphylococcus aureus (mrsa) pseudomonas aeruginosa haemophilus influenzae ``` other- proteus, klebsiella,etc Fungal: Aspergillus furnigatus
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Cycle of lung disease
CF gene mutation>CFTR dysfx>ion transport defect>altered airway secretions, infection, tissue damage, inflammation
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Pancreatic insufficiency and CF
85-90% have pancreatic insuff and need supplemt variable effects: due to defective Cl- HCO2 exchange; dec NA and HCO3 in panc duc, retention fo enzymes, malabsorption of fat, protein, nutrients longterm- destruction of panc. tissue: firbrosis, fatty replacement, cyst form, need insulin over time, pancreatitis;
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Intestinal tract and CF
10-16% of CF cases are dx with meconium ileus obstruction--gerd, DIOS: Distal Intestinal obstruction syndrome, rectal prolapse, intussesception, appendiceal abscesses; chronic constipation
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Upper Resp tract and CF-
nasal polyps, sinusitis, URI | p aeruginosa, h influenzae, strept, anaerobes
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Sweat glands and CF | Bones and joints, hematologic
high NA and CL concentration, loss of ability of reeabsorb sodium (Na concentrations > 100) Bones- arthritis, osteopenia, vit D def. Hematologic- anemia, dec erythropoitin
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CF and liver
STFR located on apical surfaces of cells lining the bile ducts; results in bile duct obstruction, ult leads to biliary cirrhosis, dx w inc liver enzymes long term- cholelithiasis, cirrohosis, cholestatis, hypersplenism
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Inhaled Agents, CF
mucolytics- Recominant human DNAse, dornase alfa airway obstruction- B2- Agonist airway clearance hypertonic saline (irritating cough) inhaled antibiotics - Tobramycin, aztreonam, colistimethate
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Mechanical devices
PEP- Pos exp pressure High Freq Chest wall oscillation- chest vest PT (draining, percussion, vibration, coughing)
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endocrine tx- pancreatic enzymes
Panc Enzymes Lipase, Protease, amylase dosing: based on lipase content (max 2500 units/kg/meal) take with meals and snacks capsules opened and mixed w food/liq avail: pancreaze, creon, zenpep ``` Insulin: CFRD Do not crush or chew DAW dont allow prolonged exposure to alkaline foods like pudding give w meals ```
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anti-inflamm. tx for CF
oral: FE1 > 60%, patients 6+ to slow los of lung fx decline Oral ibuprofen- dose; 15-30 mg/kg q 12 ADE: abd pain, epitax Other are not usuallly rec; oral corticosteroids - inhaled corticosteroids inc side effects
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Antibiotics for CF
IV: tx based on suspected org and sensitivities from sputum culture; also consider antifungals ORAL- Macrolide antibiotics (pesudomonas) Recommended fo anti inflam and antibiotic propertieis; studies have shown significant improvement in FEV1 Azithromycin- 500 mg TIW Bactrim Minocycline
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GI Tx for CF
DIOS- distral intestinal obst. syndroem Polyethylene glycol 3350 Gastrograffin enemas liver- Ursodiol reduces cholesterol, possibly reduced cytotocicity of bile and improves LFTs lung transplant- immunosupressants Nasal congestion- saline irrigation; saline spray OTC products nasal corticosteroids, surgery
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Vitamin Supp Tx
Fat Sol- Vit ADEK other: Ca, Fe, Zinc, Beta carotene
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CFTR gene potentiators
only effective in certain mutations- Kalydeco, Orkambi
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other Tx CF
Lung transplant, nasal congestion (saline irrig, nasal cortico, surgery)
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CF Exacerbation background precip. factors & TX
infection S aureus, p aeurigoa, B capecia, h influenzia, h influenzae TX: Maintenance therapy, continue pulm tx, pancreatic enzymes, PT; inc time and freq to 2-4x daily *CF exac. are important marker for disease severity; they inc w age, clinical features- dec FEV1, cough, hemopytsis, inc sputum, SOB, feber, ano, wt loss
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TX Exacerbation Tx- antib pulm infections
IV for admission S aureus, vanco, base tx on suscpeptibility P aeruginosa, duration of therapy 14-21 days pseudomonas always 2 drugs Lyophilized Aztreonam- dosing 75mg q6hx28days req unique nebulizer system; most common ADE- cough, congestion, wheezing, pyrexia, pharyngeal pain lung tx: inhaled Tobramycin- approved in CF pts w p aeriguniosa- 300mg q 12hr needs specific neb ulizer and air compressor ADE- tinnitus bronchospasm