Pharmacology Flashcards

1
Q

side effects TCAs

A

antihistamine:
drowsiness
antimuscarinic:
dry mouth
blurred vision
constipation
urinary retention
antiadrenergic:
postural hypotension
lengthening of QT interval

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2
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common meds causing hyponatraemia

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PPIs (also hypoMg)
SSRIs

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3
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nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic and sedative and is associated with postural instability and
falls.

A

Zolpidem tartrate

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4
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Spironolactone is relatively contraindicated by

A

hyperkalaemia

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