Nephrotoxic Drugs Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What is nephrotoxicity?
A
The rapid deterioration of kidney function due to the toxic effect of medications and chemicals
2
Q
Apart from medications, what else causes nephrotoxicity?
A
Chemicals like arsenic, lead and mercury
Cancer therapies
Moulds and fungi
Drugs of abuse
3
Q
What 8 drug classes can cause nephrotoxicity?
A
Amino-glycoside antibiotics
NSAIDs
ACE inhibitors
ARBs
Anti fungal drugs
Chemotherapy agents
Antiviral drugs
Immuno-modulators
