Pharmacology: of the neuromuscular system Flashcards
Levodopa Antipsychotics Antidepressants Diuretics Antihypertensive (17 cards)
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
Drugs used for local anesthesia are typically named with what suffix?
The suffix -caine; such as lidocaine
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
Pharmacological treatment of Parkinson’s Disease
Levodopa; precursor of dopamine
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
True or false: over time, levodopa therapy becomes less effective
True
Best results obtained in first few years of treatment
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
When would be best to schedule a PT session with a patient with Parkinson’s disease?
- one hour after administration when the peak effects of drug therapy
- but also during “off” effect
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Levodopa, adverse drug effects
- “On-off” effect: fluctuations in clinical response to levodopa
- Hypotension: particularly in patients on antihypertensives
- Other: nausea, anorexia, confusion, insomnia
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
Antipsychotic drugs are typically named with what suffix?
The suffix -azine; such as Fluphenazine
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
Antipsychotics: side effects
Parkinson’s like symptoms: rigidity, dyskinesia
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
Meds helpful for performance anxiety, tachycardia, palpitations, tremor, sweating
Beta-blockers
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
Drugs that end in -ine,-mine are generally what class of drug?
Antidepresants
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
MAO inhibitors, Tricyclics, Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors are what class of drugs?
Antidepressants
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
Often the first type of drugs to treat hypertension
Diuretics
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
what is the action of diuretics agents?
Diuretic agents increase the excretion of sodium and urine. This causes a reduction in plasma volume which decreases blood pressure.
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
Drugs including thiazides, loop, and potassium-sparing agents are what class of drugs?
Diuretics
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Diuretic agents side effects
dehydration, hypotension, electrolyte imbalance, polyuria, increased low-density lipoproteins, arrhythmias
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indications of diuretic agents
hypertension, edema associated with heart failure, pulmonary edema, glaucoma
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Diuretic agents: implications for PT
Positioning changes can increase the risk of dizziness and falls due to decreased blood pressure. Monitor patients closely for signs and symptoms of electrolyte imbalance and muscle weakness or cramping.
Pharmacology of the neuromuscular system
Dopamine replacement agents: implications for PT
therapists and patients attain maximal benefit from scheduling therapy one hour after administration of levodopa. Therapists must understand the debilitating effects of drug holidays and should monitor the patientʼs blood pressure frequently due to the potential for orthostatic hypotension.
