Pharmacology Flashcards
What is the formula for volume of distribution?
Vd = Q / C Q = dose or load
What is the formula for clearance?
CL = UV / P
What is the pharmacokinetic equilibrium equation?
Ke = Vd / CL
What is the formula for half-life?
t1/2 = 0.7*Vd / CL
What is the formula for maintenance dose?
MD = C*CL*t / F F = bioavailability
What is the equation for loading dose?
LD = C*Vd / F
Which class of diuretics causes nephrolithiasis?
Loop diuretics
Which diuretic alters sex hormone regulation?
spironolactone
Which drug inhibits carbonic anhydrase?
acetazolamide
Which drug acts as an osmotic diuretic?
mannitol
What are the ACE inhibitors?
lisinopril, enalapril, captopril, ramopril
What are the ARBs?
losartan, valsartan, candesartan, irbesartan
What are the loop diuretics?
furosemide, torsemide, bumetanide, ethacrynic acid
What are the thiazides?
HCTZ, chlorthalidone, metolazone
What are the aldosterone antagonists?
spironolactone, eplerenone
