1
Q
what drugs are used to treat hyperthyroidism?
A
beta blockers
iodide
antithyroid drugs
radioactive iodone
2
Q
why are beta blockers used?
A
to control symptoms
3
Q
why is iodide used?
A
to inhibit the release of thyroid hormones
4
Q
what LA should be avoided in hyperthyroidism?
A
LA with adrenaline
5
Q
what may carbimazole cause?
A
taste disturbances
6
Q
when giving a hyperthroidisim sedation/GA what drug might interact with other drugs used in treatment?
what is a safer alternative?
A
benzodiazapines
nitrous oxide
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Decks in class (42)
# Cards
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cardiovascular disease 135
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cardiovascular 290
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dental aspects of CV disease16
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Infective Endocarditis5
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Haematology57
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Anticoagulation and Dentistry20
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Dental aspects of haematological disorders15
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Gastroenterology58
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Oral manifestations of GI disease6
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Musculoskeletal43
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Sjogrens Syndrome16
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Respiratory Medicine63
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Endocrinology52
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Diabetes53
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MRONJ22
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Pregnancy in dentsitry20
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Neurology 164
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Medical Emergencies60
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Neurology 241
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Neurology Tutorial/tremors6
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Liver Disease17
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STI's and Dentistry12
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Renal31
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Dermatology37
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Anaesthesia13
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Opthamology33
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Cancer60
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Psychiatry26
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Oral Cancer Care10
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Surgical Conditions28
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CMS OSCE33
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Dysphagia9
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Hyperthyroidism6
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Dentistry/Elderly7
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Addiciton7
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Child Protection8
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Dental management of renal patients11
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Allergies6
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Chronic Pain9
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Cancerous skin lesions12
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LEARN BETTER46
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DRUGS57
