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synthroid
pharmacology exam 3
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| therapeutic effect | increases basal metabolic rate, enhances glucogenesis, stimulates protein synthesis |
| used in the treatment of | hypothyroidism |
| may take this long to become effective | 3 weeks |
| when does the patient take this drug | the same time every day, morning before breakfast |
| can the tablets be crushed | yes |
| overdose can produce | hyperthyroidism |
| drug therapy is | life long, pt will take this the rest of their life |
| monitor pulse rate | report if over 100bpm |
| contact physician immediately if pt is having signs and symptoms of | nervousness, weight loss, diarrhea and or intolerance to heat |