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Drug
Mechanism
Adverse Effects
Methotrexate   DHFR inhibitor; cytotoxic to lymphocytes; 1st line in moderate-severe   Hepatotoxicity, acute renal failure  
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Sulfsalazine   Sulfapyridine decreases B cell function; 5-ASA inhibits COX   Hemolysis in G6PD  
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Glucocorticoids   Decrease LTs, ILs, PAF   ACTH suppression, cushingoid state, osteoporosis, GI distress, glaucoma  
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Gold salts   Decrease lysosomal & macrophage function   Dermatitis, nephrotoxicity, cholestatic jaundice  
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Penicillamine   Suppresses T cells & RF (Cu chelator in Wilson's dz)   Proteinuria, autoimmune disease  
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Leflunomide   Inhibits pyrimidine synthesis (inhibits DHOD [dihydroorotate dehydrogenase], decreasing UMP, decreasing ribonucleotides); arrests lymphocytes in G1 phase   Alopecia, rash, diarrhea, hepatotoxicity  
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Adalimumab   Anti-TNF antibody   Increased risk of infection (screen pt for TB)  
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Hydroxychloroquine   Stabilizes lysosomes; decreases chemotaxis   Cinchonism, hemolysis in G6PD, retinal deposits (pts need regular optho exams)  
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