Test 4 - HSV & Influenza Meds (Josh) Flashcards

(27 cards)

1
Q

What is an early sign of herpes virus?

A

tingling sensation

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2
Q

Do these medications destroy Herpes Simplex Virus?

A

No, it lies dormant in nerves

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3
Q

Which type of HSV effects the face?

Which type of HSV effects the genitals?

A

HSV-1 = face (you have ONE mouth)

HSV-2 = genitals (you have TWO balls)

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4
Q

Suffix for HSV medications?

A

-cyclovir

Acyclovir
Valacyclovir

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5
Q

Which -cyclovir med treats HSV-1?

Which -cyclovir med treats HSV-2)

A

TRICK QUESTION!

They each treat both

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6
Q

Which HSV medication is IV?

Which is PO?

A

Acyclovir is IV & PO

Valacyclovir is PO

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7
Q

What is diff. b/t Acyclovir and Valacyclovir?

A

Same drug, but Valacyclovir has an extra part added that increases it’s absorption

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8
Q

Which requires more doses, Acyclovir or Valacyclovir?

A

Acyclovir

b/c Valacyclovir has the extra part added that increases it’s absorption

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9
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MOA: -acyclovir (HSV Meds)

A

They are only activated in Viral cells

When activated, they disrupt the process of building new DNA

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10
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What do we mean when we say that Valacyclovir meds are pro-prodrugs?

A

it is already a prodrug but it is only activated when in contact w/ enzymes within a virus

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11
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Common Adverse Effects of -acyclovir (HSV Meds):

A
  • Headache
  • N/V
  • Phlebitis (w/ IV acyclovir)
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12
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Rare Adverse Effects of -acyclovir (HSV Meds):

A
  • Crystal urea (kidneys)

- Altered Mental Status

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13
Q

Why does -acyclovir have a rare adverse effect of Crystal Urea?

A

It has a hard time dissolving in H2O

So stay hydrated

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14
Q

If mom has HSV-2, what can we do besides cesarean delivery to decrease child’s chances of catching?

A

Give mom PO -cyclovir med

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15
Q

When can you give prophylactic PO -cyclovir (HSV Med)?

A
  • Pregnant mom to protect baby

- Painful, recurrent HSV-2 outbreaks

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16
Q

Two other uses for -cyclovir (HSV Meds)?

A

Encephalitis (IV Acyclovir)

Shingles (PO Acyclovir)

17
Q

Client teaching w/ -cyclovir (HSV Meds)

A
  • earlier the better (tingling an early sign)
  • not a cure (still contagious)
  • drink plenty of fluids
18
Q

Most flu is Influenza A or Influenza B?

A

Influenza A (96%)

19
Q

How long does it take the flu vaccine to be effective?

20
Q

How long does the flu vaccine last?

A

~ 6 months

~4 months for elderly

21
Q

What percentage of flu vaccines cause the flu?

A

None.

They do not cause the flu

22
Q

What was the influenza medication we discussed?

A

oseltamivir

  • gotta be > 1 yr old
23
Q

MOA: Oseltamivir (Flu Med)

A

Enzyme neuraminidase is needed for viral cell to exit host cell

Oseltamivir inhibits this enzyme, thus the virus cannot exit the cell

24
Q

What is the problem w/ oseltamivir as a flu medication?

A

If it’s not taken within 48 hours, doesn’t work.

We typically don’t go to the doctor within 48 hours.

25
Is Oseltamivir good at treating the flu?
If taken within 48 hours, it does well at decreasing duration of symptoms Also is effective at preventing flu, but NOT as effective as FLU VACCINE
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What is the importance of being well hydrated if taking -cyclovir (HSV Meds)?
Has a hard time dissolving and will crystallize in the kidneys
27
Is osetlamivir a good substitute for the Flu Vaccine as a prophylactic medication?
NO, flu vaccine works better for prophylactic use and is cheaper