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Mechanism of Action Flashcards

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Mesalamine (Pentasa, Asacol HD)

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exact MOA is unknown, may have anti-inflammatory effect in GI

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Infliximab (Remicade)

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Anti-TNF agent that prevents induction of proinflammatory cytokines

**indicated for both CD and UC

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Methotrexate (Trexall)

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Antimetabolite that has anti-folate mechanisms and anti-inflammatory effects

**Indicated for CD only

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Azathioprine

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Immunosuppressive antimetabolite that blocks purine synthesis and also has anti-inflammatory effects

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Cyclosporine

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Calcineurin Inhibitor that has immunosuppressive properties ONLY indicated for severe UC

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Ustekinumab (Stelara)

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IL receptor antagonist

**indicated for anti-TNF intolerate mod-severe UC or CD patients

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Golimumab (Simponi)

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Anti-TNF agent that blocks cytokines

**only indicated for UC

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Certolizumab (Cimzia)

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Anti-TNF agent that blocks cytokines

**only indicated for CD

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