Systemic Corticosteroids Flashcards
1
Q
Methylprednisolone
A
Dosage Form: tablets
Age: 0-4, 5-11, Adults
2
Q
Prednisolone
A
Dosage Form: tablets and oral liquid
Age: 0-4, 5-11, Adults
3
Q
Predisone
A
Dosage Form: tablets and oral liquid
Age: 0-4, 5-11, Adults
4
Q
Dexamethasone
A
Dosage Form: tablets, oral liquid, injection
Age: 0-4 yo
5
Q
Methylprednisolone acetate
A
Dosage Form: repository injection
Age: 0-4, 5-11, Adults
6
Q
Adverse Effects
A
- hyperglycemia
- increased appetite
- fluid retention
- demargination of WBC
- psychiatric disturbances
7
Q
Contraindications
A
- fungal infection
- administration of live vaccine if immunocompromised
8
Q
Drug Interactions
A
- warfarin
9
Q
Counseling Tips
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- can be used with ICS if patient is already taking before hospitalization
- can be used for chronic therapy in asthma and COPD
- “bursts” are good for control of therapy
