Adverse drug reactions Flashcards
1
Q
Name 4 drugs (or classes) that may exacerbate HF symptoms
A
- Verapamil
- NSAIDs / glucocorticoids
- Class I anti-arrhythmias (e.g. flecainide)
- Thiazolidinediones
2
Q
6 drugs that may worsen seizure control in epileptics
A
- Alcohol, cocaine, amphetamines
- Ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin
- Aminophylline, theophylline
- Bupropion
- Methylphenidate
- Mefenamic acid
3
Q
Which drugs may exacerbate symptoms of asthma/COPD?
A
- NSAIDs
- Β-blockers
- Adenosine (use verapamil instead)
4
Q
Name 4 classes of antibiotics which should be avoided in pregnancy
A
- Tetracyclines
- Aminoglycosides
- Sulphonamides and trimethoprim
- Quinolones
5
Q
Not including antibiotics, which drugs should be avoided in pregnancy?
A
- Warfarin
- ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor antagonists
- Statins
- Sulfonylureas
- Retinoids (including topical)
- Cytotoxic agents
6
Q
What drugs might exacerbate psoriasis?
A
- Β-blockers
- Lithium
- Antimalarials (chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine)
- NSAIDs
- ACE-inhibitors
- Infliximab
- Withdrawal of systemic steroids
7
Q
What are some adverse reactions of memantine?
A
- Drowsiness
- Constipation
- Headache
- Hypertension
- Hallucinations
- Balance problems
