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Pharm Final

QuestionAnswer
Chemical Name Chemical composition of a drug
Generic (official) Name Official name of drug (ex. acetaminophen)
Trade/Brand Name Product name of the drugs (ex. Tylenol)
Agency responsible for drug approval FDA (food and drug administration)
Agency regulating controlled substances DEA (drug enforcement agency
Schedule l Drug Highest abuse potential
Schedule ll Drug High abuse potential, Need signed prescription - no refills
Schedule lll Drug Some abuse potential (codeine mixtures)
Schedule lV Drug Low abuse potential
Schedule V Drug Lowest abuse potential (cough syrups)
Potency Measure of strength related to dose of drug
Efficacy Maximum response regardless of dose
Agonist Has affinity for a receptor, combines with the receptor, and produces an effect
Antagonist Counteracts and competes with the agonist for the receptor
TI = Lethal dose/Effective dose (LD/ED)
A low TI indicates what Drug is not safe - Higher TI = safer drug
Pharmacokinetics (ADME) What the body does in response to drugs
A Absorption
D Distribution
M Metabolism
E Excretion
First-pass effect occurs with what drugs? Oral route drugs
Drug elimination largely occurs in the Kidneys and Liver
Number of half-lives requires for drug clearance 4-5
Fastest/Most predictable route of administration IV
Routes of administration affected by first-pass effect Oral route
Routes of administration not affected by first-pass effect IV, Subcutaneous, Inhalation, & Topical
Sympathetic (Adrenergic) primary actions "Fight or Flight" - Vasoconstriction (increased BP), Increased HR, Dilates bronchioles, etc.
Asthma medication (B2 agonist) Albuterol (Salbutamol)
Parasympathetic (Cholinergic) drug that stimulates salivation Pilocarpine
Enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine Acetylcholinesterase (AChE)
Anticholinergics (Parasympatholytics) are used for what? Block PANS (muscarinic receptors) - Increase HR, dilate eyes, xerostomia, CNS sedation or excitation
Aspirin (Salicylates) MOA Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis
Aspirin (Salicylates) Effects Analgesic, Antipyretic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-platelet
NSAIDs reduce inflammation by inhibiting what? Prostaglandin synthesis
NSAIDs effects Analgesic, Antipyretic, Anti-inflammatory
Acetaminophen MOA Blocks cyclooxygenase in the brain
Acetaminophen effects Analgesic, antipyretic
Acetaminophen does NOT provide what? Anti-inflammatory effect
Acetaminophen overdose affects what? The liver (Hepatotoxicity)
Opioid MOA Block pain receptors in the brain
Opioid reversal agent Narcan
Most common opioid used in dentistry Codeine
Opioids should be used cautiously with what depressants? CNS depressants (Benzodiazepines, alcohol, etc)
Drug class to avoid in pregnancy Tetracycline
Pre-med drug of choice Amoxicillin
Pre-med standard dose Amoxicillin 2000mg (2g)
Most allergenic antibiotic Penicillin
Antibiotic most commonly used in dentistry Amoxicillin
Common TB medications RIPE (Rifampin, Isoniazid, Pyrazinamide, Ethambutol)
Antibiotic used for periodontal infections Tetracycline
Antifungals treat what infections? Fungal
Benzodiazepine reversal agent Flumazenil
Primary effect of IV benzodiazepines Reduction of anxiety & drowsiness/sleep (sedation)
What anesthetic causes more allergies? Esters
Ester examples Only one "i" (ex. tetracaine, procaine)
Max. epinephrine dose for a healthy pt. 0.2mg
Max. epi dose for a cardiac pt. 0.04 (2 cartridges)
Which anesthetic lasts the longest? Bupivacaine
Surgical Stage l Analgesia, pt. is conscious, some amnesia may be present
Surgical Stage ll Delerium/excitation, begins with pt. unconscious and some involuntary movements (do not want to keep pt. here)
Surgical Stage lll Surgical anesthesia
Surgical Stage lV Respiratory/medullary paralysis (Pt. will die if not immediately reversed)
MAC is _____ related to potency Inversely (lower MAC = stronger gas) - Most generals have a MAC <5
Nitrous Oxide advantages Rapid onset, easy admin, close control, rapid recovery, safe for kids
Nitrous Oxide contraindications Respiratory obstruction, COPD, emotional instability, pregnancy
Prevent diffusion hypoxia by administering ____% oxygen for ____ minutes. 100% oxygen for 5-7 minutes
First CHF drugs used Cardiac glycosides (ex. digoxin)
Acute angina treatment Nitroglycerin
Thiazide side effects Hypokalemia & Hyperuricemia
Medication contraindicated with aspirin Warfarin
Drug class associated with gingival enlargement Anticonvulsants & Calcium Channel Blockers
Safe INR range for dental treatment 3.5-4
-olol Beta blockers
-pril Ace inhibitors
-sartan Hypertension (-zosan) ?
-statin Antihyperlipidemics
GERD medications include Proton-pump inhibitors (Omeprazole & Lansoprazole)
Medication NOT used for GERD Calcium Channel Blockers, ACE inhibitors
GERD dental considerations Protect enamel from acid, Don't brush right after throwing up
Safest analgesic for gastric ulcers Acetaminophen
Antiseizure drug causing gingival enlargement Phenytoin (Hydantoid)
Abrupt discontinuation of ______ may trigger seizures? Seizure medication
Drug for bipolar maintenance Lithium - Do NOT take with NSAIDs
SSRIs are first line for what? Depression
Use caution with epi in patients taking _______. Tricyclic antidepressants (SSRIs)
Adrenocorticosteroid deficiency leads to what? Addison's disease
Common oral corticosteroid Prednisone
First-line rescue inhaler SABAs (short-acting beta-agonists) - albuterol
Most sedating H1-antihistamine Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Other common antihistamines Loratadine, Cetirizine
If unsure if pt. is hypo- or hyperglycemic give ____ Glucose (don't know = assume hypo)
Type I diabetes Insulin dependent, Diagnosed in people younger than 30
Type II diabetes Non-insulin dependent, Associated with obesity, Majority of cases
Goiter is caused by a deficiency of what? Hyperthyroidism, Graves disease - Enlarged thyroid
Signs of hyperthyroidism Heat intolerance, weight loss, tremors, anxiety, exophthalmos
Signs of hypothyroidism Tired, dry skin, depression, feeling cold, muscle aches
Dental contraindication for thyroid conditions Avoid epi
Hypothyroid replacement medication Levothyroxine
Lowest ONJ risk Patients taking oral bisphosphonates for osteoporosis
Xylitol MOA Not metabolized by S. mutans, Reduces bacteria and caries risk
Essential oil mouth rinse Thymol, Eucalyptol, Menthol
Aloe vera extract is used for what? Topical wound healing and laxative (internal)
Historical topical analgesic Oil of cloves (no long-term effects)
Herbal anti-plaque rinse Triclosan
1500 ppm fluoride toothpaste OTC
5000 ppm fluoride toothpaste Prescription
Potency is ____ when dose is smaller Greater
First pass effect The drug that is used up the first time it passes through the liver
High first pass = more dose is needed to receive same effect you would get through IV dose
Nitrous can color Blue
Oxygen can color Green
Local anesthetic MOA Blocks peripheral nerve conduction through decreasing sodium ion permeability
Ester metabolism Pseudocholinesterase in blood plasma
Amides metabolism Liver
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