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Analgesics/Antinflam
SJVC Vet Tech (Analgesics and anti-inflammatory drugs)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Where are glucorticoids made? | Adrenal cortex |
| What are the 4 main signs of inflammation | Redness, heat, swelling, pain |
| What are two steroid drawbacks | Ulcerations and GI bleeding |
| What can steroids treat | Asthma, allergies, autoimmune disease, swelling, pain |
| When on glucorticoids there is a increased risk of infection due to | Lowered immune system |
| Side effects of NSAIDS | Ulcers/GI bleeding & Bone marrow suppression |
| Drugs used for arthritis | Rimadyl & Etogesic |
| What should you always wear when handling Dimethyl Sulfoxide | Gloves |
| What do antihistamines do | Reduce swelling |
| What drug is toxic to animals | Acetaminophen (Tylenol) |