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What is Vitamin B12
It is a water-soluble co-enzyme with the name cyanocobalamin
What is the function of Vitamin B12
bone marrow, CNS, macronutrient and folate metabolism, GI tract cell division,
What are sources of Vitamin B12
meat, poultry, fortified cereals
What are deficiencies of Vitamin B12
megaloblastic anemia, neurologic damage (tingling of hands and feet), GI lesions
What is the toxicity of Vitamin B12
none likely
What is the therapeutic use of Vitamin B12
pernicious anemia
What are the ADR's of Vitamin B12
well tolerated
What are the interactions of Vitamin B12
metformin, colchicine, vitamin C, proton-pump inhibitors, H2 antagonists: decrease B12 absorption
Who needs to take vitamin B12 supplements
vegans, gastric bypass patients, patients >50
What is DRI
dietary reference intake. indicates daily intake necessary
What is RDA
recommended dietary allowance (replaced by DRI)
What is RDI
reference daily intakes (reflect increase knowledge of nutrients and role in previous disease)
What is EAR
intake level at 50% of healthy population. gender and age dependent
What is AI
adequate intake (if not enough info for EAR)
What is UL
tolerable upper intake level (max daily limit of a nutrient that is unlikely to pose adverse health risks for most people)
What is DV
daily value (ages 4 and up) based on DRI values.
What is vitamin A
fat-soluble, antioxidant (retinol, retinal, retinoic acid)
Where is vitamin A stored
in the liver
What is the function of vitamin A
vision, epithelial difference, embryonic development
What are the sources of vitamin A
liver, kidney, egg yolk, butter, beta cerotene- mostly found in green leafy vegetables
What are deficiencies of vitamin A
Xeropthalmia, night blindness
What is the toxicity of vitamin A
can occur when > 33,000 - 660,000 iu
What are 3 forms of vitamin A
retinols, beta carotene, carotenoids
What are 2 major roles of vitamin A in the eyes
preventing Xerophthalmia (corneal and conjuctival) and phototransduction
What are ADR's for vitamin A
hepatoxicity, teratogenicity, headache, N/V, diplopia
What are drug interactions of vitamin A
warfarin: increase anticoagulation
cholestyramin, orlistat, mineral oil: decrease vitamin A absorption
What is the UL of vitamin A
3mg
What is the RDI/RDA of vitamin A
800 to 1000 mcg of retinol
What should you avoid of taking vitamin A
smoking- increases risk of lung cancer
What is vitamin B1
water- soluble, co-enzyme (thiamine)
What is the function of vitamin B1
carbohydrate metabolism myocardial/nerve cell function
What are sources of vitamin B1
beef, legumes, whole grains
What are deficiencies of vitamin B1
wet or dry beriberi
What is the toxicity of vitamin B1
unlikely when ingested orally because the excess is quickly cleared by kidney.
what is the therapeutic use of vitamin B1
metabolic disorders, alcoholism, and benefit with cardiac disease for people taking diuretics
what are ADR's for vitamin B1
well tolerated
What are interactions of vitamin B1
none significant
What is the RDI/RDA
1 to 1&1/2 mg
What is the initial treatment with vitamin B1
50 to 100 mg IV or IM daily for 3 days then po
What is vitamin B2
water soluble, co-enzyme (riboflavin)
What is the function of vitamin B2
vision, mucous membranes, skin, nails, hair
What is the deficiency of vitamin B2
vision changes, eye irritation
What is the toxicity of vitamin B2
not likely
What is the RDI/RDA
1.1 to 1.3 mg
What is the therapeutic use of vitamin B2
migraine prevention? reverses lactic acidosis caused b zidovidene and stavudine.
What are the ADR's of vitamin B2
well tolerated, bright yellow-orange urine
What are the interactions of vitamin B2
none significant
What is the UL of vitamin B2
none set
What is vitamin B3
water soluble, co-enzyme (niacin)
what is the function of vitamin B3
energy metabolism (lipid)
what are the sources of vitamin B3
meat, fish, poultry, enriched grains, tryptophan
what is the deficiency of vitamin B3
pellagra (rare, mostly in alcoholics)
dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia
What is the therapeutic use of vitamin B3
dyslipidemia ( increase HDL and decrease LDL, TG, and total number)
What are the ADR's of vitamin B3
flushing due to peripheral vasodilation (reduced by taking ASP 81mg right before taking) , N/V, diarrhea, itching, headache, hepatotoxicity
What are the interactions of vitamin B3
diabetic meds (increase of glucose...), probenecid, isoniazid
What is vitamin B6
water soluble, co-enzyme (pyridoxime)
What is the function of vitamin B6
heme production, homocystein metabolism, cofactor for 100+ enzymes
What are the sources of vitamin B6
meats, cereals, legumes, eggs
what is the deficiency of vitamin B6
dermatologic, oral lesions, convulsions, peripheral neuritis, sideroblastic anemia
what is the toxicity of vitamin B6
with long term doses > 250mg per day
what is the therapeutic use of vitamin B6
hyperhomocystenemia in cardiac, PMS, carpal tunnel, migranes, depression
What are the ADR's of vitamin B6
neuropathy
What is the UL of vitamin B6
none
What are the interactions of vitamin B6
levodopa: decreased effect
isoniazid: B6 antagonism- supplement during therapy
Phenytoin, PB: levels decreased
what are the top 8 dietary supplements
echinacea, ginsing, ginko bilboa, probiotics, glucosamine/chondritin, st john's wort, fish oil
what is the main reason people use CAM
combined with conventional medicine it would help
what is the primary evidence that supports dietary drug interactions
anecdotal evidence and case reports
(no clinical trials, no pharmacokinetic studies- st john's wort is the exception to the rule)
what drug interacts with many dietary supplements
warfarin (usually increases bleeding risk if starts with G)
what are the pro's and con's of dietary supplement resources information from facts and comparisons
Pro's: monographs well referenced for
pharmacology and efficacy, pt info
Con's: limited info on safety and interactions
what are the pro's and con's of dietary supplement resources information from PDR for herbal medicines
Pro's:index sections, monographs site clinical trials and case reports for efficacy and safety and interactions
Con's: missing non-herbal supplements
what are the pro's and con's of dietary supplement resources information from clinical pharmacology
Pro's: monographs, citing primary literature, pt ed printout

Con's: cost, no rating system of safety/efficacy, cumbersome
what are the pro's and con's of dietary supplement resources information from the natural standard
most thorough of all of them. efficacy "grades" provided, evidence based monographs, online database
what does the efficacy rating, likey safe, mean
government rating deem safe as long as used properly
what does the efficacy rating, possibly safe, mean
might be safe if used properly
what does the efficacy rating, possibly unsafe, mean
evidence suggests that it is not safe even when used properly
what does the efficacy rating, likely effective, mean
reputable references agree and there is good scientific evidence
what does the efficacy rating, possibly effective, mean
reputable refernces agree that there is good scientific evidence
what does the efficacy rating, possibly ineffective mean
reputable referrences agree that there is some negative scientific evidence.
what types of echinacea are species of medical interest
echinacea angustifolia, pallida, purpurea
what are proposed uses for echinacea
prevention of the common cold and upper respiratory infections, vaginal candiditis, herpes simplex virus
what is the rating for echinacea in regards to treatment of the common cold
possibly effective: evidence supports a possible reduction of symptoms. start at onset and continue for 7 to 10 days. most studies done with purpurea.
is echinacea good for prevention of the common cold
current evidence does not support
what is the rating for echinacea in regards to vaginal candiditis
possibly effective. reduces symptoms with used with topical antifungal cream
what is the rating for echinacea in regards to herpes simplex virus
possible ineffective
what are the ADR's for echinacea
well tolerated
what are the echinacea warnings
avoid use in people with allergy to asteraceae/compositae plant family
what are drug interactions with echinacea
P450 3A4?
all interactions are theoretical
what is fish oil
long-chain, polyunsaturated fats called omega-3 fatty acids, EPA, and DHA
what are the uses for fish oil
hypertriglyceridemia, prevention of cardiovascular disease, stroke
efficacy rating of fish oil for hypertriglyceridemia
effective. reduces levels of VLDL and TG transport, lowers TG when used 3 to 4g a day
efficacy rating of fish oil for cardiovascular disease
likely effective. AHA recommends 2 servings of fatty fish per week or 1g daily if history of CHD
what are the ADR's of fish oil
fishy burps, heartburn, bad breath
increase LDL, vitamin A & D toxicity, mercury toxicity
what are the warnings with fish oil
using fish oil for the treatment of hypertriglyceridemia without the consent of the physician
drug interactions with fish oil
anticoagulants- theoretically for bleeding.

rated likely safe
otc vs rx fish oil
Lovaza is 4 times more potent than otc
Lovaza is more costly
what is ginko biloba
it is extracted from leaves of a tree
(some names: flavonoids, terpenoids)
what is the proposed use for ginko biloba
conditions associated with cerebral vascular insufficiencies
What is the efficacy of ginko biloba with dementia
Possibly effective
fairly significant improvement of cognitive function
what is the efficacy of ginko biloba with memory improvement
possibly effective
benefits to memory and cognitive function
what are the ADR's of ginko biloba
mild: GI discomfort, constipation, dizziness, headache
high doses: diarrhea, restlessness, bleeding?
what are drug interactions of ginko biloba
anticoagulants, antiplatelets, (inhibits platelet activation factor PAF). may inhibit CYP450 enzymes
what is ginseng
extract from plant roots- (american, asian (panax), siberian) *ginsenosides
what is the proposed uses of ginseng
panax ginseng- adaptogen (increases resistance to stress). improve immune function, general tonic to improve energy
what is the efficacy of ginseng
few beneficial effects vs placebo
probably not the energy pill that people expect
possibly effective (cognitive)
possibly ineffective (athletic perform..)
ADR's for ginseng
rare but serious side effects, not be used long term

rated: possibly safe
interactions for ginseng
anticoagulants, antiplatelets, antidiabetic, immunosuppressent, caution in DM, cardiac, insomnia
what is glucosamine/chondritin
not an herbal, glycoprotein derived from marine exoskeletons or synthetically.
HCL or SO4 (glucosamine)
what is the proposed use for glucosamine/chondritin
use for pain associated with osteoarthritis
what is the efficacy of glucosamine/chondritin with osteoarthritis
most trials show improvement with pain associated with knee pain from osteoarthritis.
Natural standard give an A rating
what is GAIT
glucosamine arthritis intervention trial

trial shows improvement in knee pain
ADR's of glucosamine/chondritin
common or serious side effects
GI, HA, NV, drowsiness similar to placebo
what are the interactions with glucosamine/chondritin
caution if shellfish allergy
anticoagulants, antidiabetics,

rating: likely safe
important counseling facts of glucosamine/chondritin
not used prn
need to use 4-6 wks
sulfate salt recommended
not for use of "mild" pain
what are probiotics
live organisms in intestine
decrease disease causing bacteria and viruses from causing diarrhea
lactobacillus, bifidobacteria, saccharomyces boulardii
what are the uses of probiotics
antibiotic induced diarrhea, prevention of travelers diarrhea, irritable bowel, ulcerative colitis. prevent flu symptoms
safety of probiotics
well tolerated
antibiotics may decrease effectiveness
what is st john's wort
extract from buds, leaves, and flowers of hypericum perforatum
what is st john's wort used for
depression (mild to moderate)
efficacy of st john's wort with depression
effective as low dose TCA's, possibly as effective as SSRI's
** self treatment of depression is not safe
rating: likely effective
side effects of st john's wort
GI, dry mouth, restlessness/insomnia more common
also, vivid dreams, agitation, mania, dizziness, skin rash
what are some herbal treatments for diabetes
possibly safe/possibly effective (ginseng, chromium)
likely safe/not enough evidence
(cinnamon) possibly unsafe/ineffective (selenium)
what are some herbal treatments for hyperlipidemia
niacin, fish oil (LS- Eff)
plant stanols, blond psyllium(LS-L eff)
red yeast rice (PS- L Eff)
garlic (LS- P Ineff)
patient counceling points for herbals
explain disclaimer
consult MD before, during, after
review current RX meds/conditions
choose a product by a reputable manufacturer
what is the common cold
self limiting, can't be prevented or cured, affects people of all ages, highly contagious
etiology of the common cold
infecting agent: rhinovirus
mode of transmission: airborne
risk factors: smoking, poor nutrition, stress, high population density, allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps, DM, cocaine abuse, immune deficiency, nasal trauma, contact with kids, and swimming
Common cold: subjective information to collect
past medical history, social history, family history, medication history, allergic reactions and adverse drug reactions
Differential diagnosis: allergic rhinitis
Watery eyes, pruritis, congestion, rhinorrhea, sneezing
Differential diagnosis: asthma
Cough, dyspnea, wheezing
Differential diagnosis: bacterial throat infection
Sore throat, fever, lymphadenopathy
Differential diagnosis: otitis media
Ear fullness, otalgia, otorrhea, dizziness
Differential diagnosis: pneumonia/ bronchitis
Chest tightness, dyspnea, productive cough, persistent fever
Differential diagnosis: sinusitis
Sinus tenderness, fever >101.5 °F, UR sx unresponsive to decongestants
non-pharm for the common cold
Increased fluid intake and a nutritious diet
Rest and de-stress
Humidification
Blow nose or use a nasal bulb syringe
Nasal saline or saline gargle
Breath Right Nasal Strips
Upright position
soothing a sore throat
Anesthetics/Antiseptic
Benzocaine
Dyclonine HCl
Camphor/Menthol
Cetylpyridium chloride
OTC treatment of fever
Systemic Analgesics
Aspirin
Dose:
Adult: 650mg q4h, MDD= 4g
Contraindication of treatment with aspirin
History of a bleeding disorder and in pts with hx of gout
Children <18yrs old
Pregnancy/Lactation
Caution in g.i. disorders such as PUD and GERD
OTC treatment of fever with NSAIDs
NSAIDs
All OTC NSAIDs have anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and analgesic activity
Contraindications with NSAIDs
DM, PUD, Bleeding Disorders
Pregnancy: 3rd trimester
Renal impairment
GERD
HTN and CHF
NSAID's drug interactions
Increase risk for bleed: Warfarin
Decreased effectiveness: Antihypertensives
Promote renal deterioration: ACEI’s
Increase concentrations: Lithium
NSAID's side effects
Heartburn, epigastric pain, nausea, g.i. mucosal damage, edema, increase in blood pressure
OTC treatment of fever: acetaminophen
No anti-inflammatory activity
Adult: 325-650mg q46h OR 1g q6-8h, MDD = 4g
Children <12yrs: 10-15mg/kg/dose q4-6h
daily and monthly amounts for sudafed
3.6g per day and 9g monthly
what oral decongestant is recommended for in combination with 1st generation antihistamines
pseudophedrine
OTC treatment of nasal decongestion: topicals
same as oral but less side effects because not systemically absorbed.
only use for 3 to 5 days
combating rebound nasal congestion
Slowly withdraw the nasal decongestant
May use nasal saline
For more severe cases you may use a systemic decongestant and a topical corticosteroid
Mucous membrane generally takes 1-2 weeks to return to normal
OTC treatment of Rhinorrea and sneezing
1st generation antihistamines
alternative treatments of rhinorrhea
vitamin C. not for prevention but will reduce the duration of symptoms
Zinc
Echinacea
what are 2 types of cough
productive
non productive
etiology of cough
Viral Infections
Bacterial Infections
Medications
ACEI
Beta-blockers
Certain Chronic Disease States
COPD/Asthma
GERD
Post-nasal drip syndrome
OTC treatment of cough
Codeine
DXM
robotrip
150mg to 2g of DXM
OTC treatment of cough. Systemic antitussives: diphenhydramine
increases cough threshold
not the 1st line treatment
topical antitussives
camphor and menthol (vicks...)
menthol and eucalyptus (breathe right shots and AYR)
treatment of cough associated with the common cold
1st generation antihistamine and PSE
very little evidence supporting guaifenesin, DXM, codeine
cracking the code
Nighttime”/”PM” = diphenhydramine
“Sinus” = decongestant +/- analgesic
“Cough” = dextromethorphan
“Non-drowsy”/”Daytime” = decongestant
“Allergy” = antihistamine
“AM” = decongestant
“Cold”/”Flu” = decongestant +/- antihistamine
implications of allergic rhinitis
20% of adults affected
40 % of children affected
what is allergic rhinitis
IgE-mediated inflammation of the nose after exposure to an allergen
what are the symptoms of allergic rhinitis
Sneezing
Rhinorrhea
Pruritus of eyes, nose, ears, and/or palate
Nasal congestion
Conjuntivitus
one airway, one disease
share the same airway with asthma and are a continuum of inflammation
AR most important risk of asthma
risk factors of allergic rhinitis
Family history of atopy
Elevated serum IgE levels
Higher socioeconomic class
Positive reaction to allergy skin testing
ARIA severity classifications: intermittent
< 4 days/week or <4 weeks
ARIA severity classifications: persistant
>4 days/week or >4 weeks
ARIA severity classifications: mild
normal sleep
normal daily act(sports, leisure...)
normal work/school
no troublesome symptoms
ARIA severity classifications: moderate-severe
abnormal sleep
interupted daily activities
trouble at work/school
troublesome symptoms
(need one or more)
subjective information to collect for allergic rhinitis
Past Medical History
Social History
Family History
Medication History
Allergic Reactions and Adverse Drug Reactions
objective data for allergic rhinitis
Physical exam/review of systems:
Allergic shiners
Dennie’s lines- lines under lower eyelid
Allergic crease- crease on nose from pushing up nose
Allergic salute- pushing nose up
Allergic gape- breathing with mouth open
common cold vs allergic rhinitis
see slide 12 (allergic rhinitis)
what are non allergic rhinitis SX
Unilateral nasal symtpoms
Consistent day/night sx
Nasal congestion in the absence of sneezing
No pruritus
Anosmia
Nasal polyps
Epitaxis = nose bleed
questions to detect uncontrolled or under diagnosed asthma
Do you find yourself short of breath?
Do you make whistling noises (wheeze) when you breathe?
Does your chest feel tight?
Do you have a cough regularly?
Are these symptoms particularly noticeable first thing in the morning, during the night, or with exercise?
treatment of allergic rhinitis: moderate/severe persistant
Preferred is Intranasal steroid then H1 or LTRA