Uterine/Osteo/Thyroid Kinetics & Unique Fts Flashcards
(21 cards)
What route of oxytocin is used to induce labor?
IV
What route of oxytocin is given to prevent PPH after uterine massage?
IM
What is route of oxytocin is delivered to stimulate milk let-down?
intranasal
Oxytocin half life…
1-6 minutes
After IV administration of ergot alkaloids, how quickly is the onset of effects?
30-40 seconds
after PO admin of ergot alkaloids, how quickly is the onset of effects?
10 minutes
Ergot alkaloids can be expected to have therapeutic effects for how long?
several hours
What is the route of admin of prostaglandins for abortion and PPH?
vaginal/rectal suppositories
What is the route of admin for prostaglandins for cervical ripening?
gel on cervix
tranexamic acid is given via _____ along with…
IV with standard uterotonic therapy
Magnesium sulfate is administered via…
IV
Describe the infusion rate of Magnesium Sulfate and why?
slow admin, may lead to hypotension/asystole
What preparation of calcium offers best absorption?
chewable
what is needed for any osteoporosis drug do work?
calcium
Calcitonin can be given in what two routes?
nasal spray
injection
teriparatide and abaloparatide are given via…
injection
teriparatide effects peak in _____ minutes and are gone in _______, making it an intermittent tx.
peak 30 min, gone in 3 hours
Which osteoporosis drug is given subcutaneous injection once ever 6 mo?
denosumab
PO administration of bisphosphonates require…
empty stomach, 1/2 glass water, stay upright 30 mintes
PO absorption of bisphosphonates is…
poor
Besides PO, bisphosphonates can be administered via what route?
IV
