Autonomic/CV Drugs — Flashcards

Valproic acid is an anti-epileptic that may cause GI distress and _____ as adverse effects

TCAs may be used to treat _____ pain

Hint: type

Topiramate is an anti-epileptic that may be helpful in the treatment of _____ disorders

The progestin implant contains _____

Hint: type of progesterone

What is the pharmacotherapy of choice for the treatment of acute agitation in elderly patients (e.g. delirium)? _____

_____ is an SSRI with a long half-life therefore no need to taper

What anesthetic is associated with adrenal insufficiency, especially in elderly and critically ill patients? _____

Aspirin _____ be seen on x-ray Iron _____ be seen on x-ray

Hint: can/cannot

Medications that have been shown to improve long-term survival in patients with LV systolic dysfunction include: 1. _____ 2. _____ 3. _____ 4. _____ 5. Hydralazine and nitrates in African American patients

Thiazolidinediones (glitazones) can cause weight _____