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Essential HTN
Diuretics
ACE-I's
ARBs
CCB
CHF
Diuretics
ACE's/ARB's
Beta blockers (for compensated CHF)
K+ sparing diuretics
Diabetes Mellitus
ACE/ARB
CCB
Diuretics
Beta blockers
Alpha blockers
Hydralazine MOA
increase cGMP --> sm muscle relaxation.
Vasodialates arterioles > veins.
dec afterload
Hydralazine uses
Severe HTN, CHF.
First line for HTN in pregnancy with methyldopa.
coadmin'd with beta blocker to block reflex tachy
Hydralazine SE
Compensatory tachy (contraindicated in angina/CHF), fluid retention, nausea, HA, angina. SLE-like syndrome
CCBs
Nifedipine
Verapamil
Diltiazem
CCB MOA
Block voltage dependent L-type Ca++ channels of cardiac and smooth muscle thereby reducing muscle contractility.
CCB uses
HTN, angina, arrythmias (not nefedipine), Raynauds
CCB toxicity
Cardiac depression, AV block, peripheral edema, flushing, dizziness, and constipation
Nitroglycerine
Isosorbide dinitrate
MOA
Vasodilate by releasing NO in smooth muscle causing inc cGMP and smooth muscle relaxation
Dialates veins > arteries (versus hydralazine)
Dec preload
Nitroglycerine
Isosorbide dinitrate
USES
Angina, pulmonary embolus
Aphrodisiac and erection enhancer
Nitroglycerine
Isosorbide dinitrate
TOXICITY
Reflex tachy, hypotension, flushing, HA
Monday disease in industrial exposure = dvlp tolerance to vasoD effects during the work week and loss of tolerance during weekend. reexposure on Monday = tachy, dizziness and HA.
Malignant HTN txmnt
(3 drugs)
1. Nitroprusside
2. Fenoldopam
3. Diazoxide
Nitroprusside
Short acting
inc cGMP via direct release of NO
Can cause cyanide toxicity (because it releases CN)
Fenoldopam
Dopamine D1-R agonist
Relaxes renal vasculature smooth muscle
Diazoxide
K+ channel opener = hyperpol and relaxes vascular smooth muscle.
Can cause hyperglycemia (because it reduces insulin release)
Hydralazine in a nutshell
inc cGMP
relaxes arterioles > veins
dec afterload
Nitro in a nutshell
inc cGMP
relaxes veins > arteries
dec preload
What is the goal of anti-anginal therapy?
Reduction of myocardial O2 consumption by decreasing 1 or more determinants of myocardial O2 consumption.
What are the determinants of myocardial O2 consumption?
1. EDV
2. BP
3. HR
4. Contractility (inotropy)
5. Ejection fraction (>55% = healthy)
Niacin SE
Flushing (dec by aspirin or long-term use)
Hyperglycemia (acanthosis nigricans)
Hyperuricemia (exacerbates gout)
Bile acid resins
1. cholestyramine
2. colestipol
3. colesevelam
Bile acid resin SE
-Patients hate them because they taste bad and cause GI discomfort
-dec absorption of fat soluble vitamins (DAKE)
-cholesterol gallstones
cholesterol absorption blockers
(it's EZ to remember, silly!)
EZetimibe
Cholesterol absorption blocker SE
Rare inc LFT
Fibrates
1. gemFIBrozil
2. cloFIBrate
3. benzFIBrate
4. fenoFIBrate
Fibrates SE
Myositis
hepatotoxicity (inc LFTs)
cholesterol gallstones
Niacin MOA for controlling lipid levels
Inhibits lipolysis in adipose tissue
Reduces hepatic VLDL secretion into circulation
Bile acid resins MOA
prevent intestinal reabsorption of bile acids so the liver must use cholesterol to make more.
cholesterol absorption blockers site of action
prevent cholesterol reabsorption at small intestine brush border.
fibrates MOA
upregulate LPL --> inc TG clearance
Do beta blockers inc or dec contractility?
Dec.
Beta-1-R are Gs and activate protein kinase A which phosphorylates L-type Ca++ channels and phospholamban, both of which inc intracellular Ca++ during contraction = inc contractility.

So blocking the beta-1's will dec contractility.
Cardiac glycosides
Digoxin
Urinary excretion
Digoxin MOA
Direct inhibition of Na+/K+ ATPase leads to indirect inhibition of Na+/Ca++ exchanger/antiport. This leads to inc intracellular Ca++ and positive inotropic effect (inc contractility). Also stim vagus nerve.
Digoxin
USES
CHF (inc contractility)
a. fib (dec conduction at AV node and depresses SA node)
Digoxin
TOXICITY
cholinergic = n/v, diarrhea, BLURRY YELLOW VISION
ECG = inc PR, dec QT, T wave inversion, arrhythmia, hyperK+
What exacerbates digoxin toxicity?
Renal failure (dec excretion)
HypoK+ (makes it easier for dig to bind at K+ binding site on Na+/K+ ATPase)
Quinidine (dec digoxin clearance; displaces dig from tissue binding sites)
Antidote for digoxin intoxication
Slowly normalize K+
Lidocaine
Cardiac pacer
Anti-dig Fab fragments
Mg2+
Class I antiarrhythmics
Na+ channel blockers
Local anesthetics
Slow/block conduction
Dec slope of phase 0 depol and inc threshold for firing in abnorm pacemaker cells.
Class 1A
Quinidine
Procainamide
Disopyramide
Class 1A
MOA
INCREASE AP duration
inc ERF
inc QT interval
Class 1A
USES
Atrial and ventricular arrhythmias, esp reentrant and ectopic SVT and V tach
Class 1A
TOX
Quinidine = cinchonism
Procainamide = reversible SLE-like
All = Thrombocytopenia
Torsades (due to inc QT)
Class 1B
Lidocaine
Mexiletine
Tocainamide
Class 1B
USES
Acute ventricular arrythmias (esp post-MI)
Digitalis induced arrythmias
Class 1B
MOA
DECREASE AP duration
Preferentially affect ischemic or depol'd Purkinje and ventricular tissue.
What e'lyte imbalance causes inc toxicity for all class 1?
Hyperkalemia
pneumonic for 1B versus 1C:
1B = Best for post-MI
1C = Contraindicated post-MI
Class II antiarrhythmics
Beta blockers!
"--olol"
B-blockers
MOA
dec cAMP
dec Ca++ currents
Suppress abnormal pacemakers by dec slope of phase 4
AV node is particularly sensitive = inc PR interval
B-Blockers
USES
V-tach
SVT
Slow ventricular rate duing a.fib and a.flutter
B-Blockers
TOX
Impotence, exacerbation of asthma, CV effects (brady, AV block, CHF), CNS effects (sedation, sleep dist)
**May mask hypoglycemia
B-Blockers
Antidote
Glucagon
What B-blocker is very short acting?
Esmolol
What B-blocker can also be used for dyslipidemia?
Metoprolol
Do B-blockers affect preload or afterload?
Afterload
Class III antiarrhythmics
K+ channel blockers, silly!
SotAlol
Amniodarone
Ibutilide
Bretylium
Dofetilide
Class III
USES
Used when other antiarrhythmics fail
Class III
Amiodarone (40% iodine by weight)
TOX
Amiodarone = pulmonary fibrosis, hepatotoxcity, hypo/hyperthyroid. Check PFTs, LFTs, and TFTs when using. Corneal deposits, skin deposits (blue/gray) leads to photodermatitis, neuro effects, constipation, CV effects (brady, heart block, CHF)

Amniodarone alters the lipid membrane, so it has shit tons of SEs.
Class III
SotAlol
TOX
Torsades, excessive beta blockade
Class III
MOA
inc AP duration (like 1A)
inc ERP (like 1A)
inc QT interval
Class IV antiarrhythmics
CCB!
Verapimil
Diltiazam
Class IV
MOA
dec conduction velocity
inc ERP (like 1A, class III)
inc PR interval
Class IV
USES
prevention of nodal arrhythmias (like SVT)
Class IV
TOX
flushing, constipation, edema, CV effects (CHF, AV block, SA depression)
Adenosine MOA
inc K+ our of cells --> hyperpol the cell and dec intracellular Ca++
Adenosine TOX
Flushing, hypotension, chest pain
Adenosine USES
DOC for diagnosing/abolishing SVT
Very short acting
What drug blocks the effects of adenosine?
Theophylline
What metal is effective in torsades and digoxin toxicity?
Mg++
What e'lyte depresses ectopic pacemakers in hypokalemia (as seen in digoxin toxicity)?
K+
MEN 1
(Wermer's syndrome)
3 P's
Pancreas
Pituitary
Parathyroid
MEN 2A
(Sipple's syndrome)
ret gene
2 P's
Pheochromocytoma
Parathyroid
MEN 2B
ret gene
1 P
Pheochromocytoma

Marfinoid body habitus
Insulin SE
Hypoglycemia
HSR (rare)
Sulfonylureas
1st gen: tolbutamide, chlorpropamide
2nd gen: glyburide, glimepiride, glipizide
Sulfonylureas MOA
close K+ channels in beta cell membrane, so cell depolarizes --> triggering of insulin release via inc Ca++ influx
Sulfonylureas USES
stimulate the release of endogenous insulin in DM-2

requires some islet cell fxn, so it is not useful in DM-1
Sulfonylureas TOX
1st gen = disulfram like rxns
2nd gen = hypoglycemia
Biguanides
Metformin
Biguanide MOA
exact MOA unknown
dec gluconeogenesis
inc glycolysis
inc peripheral glucose uptake
Biguanide USES
Oral
Can by used in pt's with no islet fxn
Biguanide TOX
most serious = lactic acidosis
contraindicated in renal failure
Glitazones/thiazolidinediones
Pioglitazone
Rosiglitazone
Glitazones/thiazolidinediones
MOA
inc insulin sensitivity in peripheral tissues.
binds to PPAR-gamma nuclear transcirption regulator
Glitazones/thiazolidinediones
USES
Used as monotherapy in DM-2 or combined with insulin, sulfonylureas or biguinide
Glitazones/thiazolidinediones
TOX
Weight gain, edema, hepatotox, CV tox
alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
Acarbose
Miglitol
alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
MOA
Inhibit intestinal brush border alpha-glucosidases. Delayed sugar hydrolysis and glucose absorption = dec post-prandial hyperglycemia
alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
USES
Used as monotherapy or combined for DM-2
alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
TOX
GI disturbances
Mimetics
MOA
USES
TOX
Pramlintide
MOA = dec glucagon
USES = DM-2
TOX = hypoglycemia, nausea, diarrhea
Propylthiouracil
Methimazole
MOA
USES
TOX
inhibit organification of iodide and coupling of thyroid hormone synthesis
USES = hyperthyroidism
TOX = skin rash, agraulocytosis (rare), aplastic anemia
Methimazole is teratogenic
Levothyroxine
Triiodothyroxine
MOA = thyroxine replacement
USES = hypothyroidism, myxedema
TOX = tachy, heat intolerance, tremors, arrhythmias
Growth hormone
USES
GH deficiency, Turner's syndrome
Octreotide
USES
= Somatostatin
Acromegaly, carcinoid, gastrinoma (Z.E.), glucagonoma
Oxytocin
Clinical USES
Stimulates labor, uterine contractions, milk let-down, controls uterine hemorrhage
Desmopressin
clinical USES
= ADH
Pituitary (central, not nephrogenic) DI
Demeclocycline
MOA = ADH antagonist
USES = SIADH
TOX = nephrogenic DI, photosensitivity, abnormalities of bone and teeth
Glucocorticoids
Hydrocortisone
Prednisone
Trimcinolone
Dexamethasone
Beclomethasone
Glucocorticoids
MOA
decrease the production of leukotrienes and PGE's by inhibiting phospholipase A2 and expression of COX-2
Glucocorticoids
USES
Addison's disease
Inflammation
Immune suppression
Asthma
Glucocorticoids
TOX
Iatrogenic Cushing's syndrome
Adrenal insufficiency when drug is d/c after chronic use.
H2 blockers
"--dine"
cimetidine, ranitidine, famotidine, nazatidine
H2 blockers MOA
Reversible blockade of histamine H2-R --> H+ secretion by parietal cells
H2 blockers USES
Peptic ulcers, gastritis, mild esophageal reflux
H2 blockers TOX
Cimetidine = potent inhibitor of p450
also has anti-androgenic effects (prolactin release, gynocomastic, impotence, dec libido in males)

Can cross BBB and placenta

Both cimetidine and ranitidine dec renal excretion of creatinine.
PPIs
MOA
USES
"--prazoles"
MOA = irreversibly inhibits H+/K+ ATPase in stomach parietal cells
USES = peptic ulcer, gastritis, esophageal reflux, ZE syndrome
Bismuth, sucralfate
MOA
USES
MOA = binds to ulcer base, providing physical protection, allows HCO3- secretion to reestablish pH gradient in mucus layer
USES = inc ulcer healing, traveler's diarrhea
What is the triple therapy of H.pylori ulcers?
1. Metronidazole
2. Amoxicillin (or tetracycline)
3. Bismuth

Can also use a PPI.
Misoprostol MOA
A PGE1 analog. Inc production and secretion of gastric mucous barrier. Dec acid production
Misoprostol USES
Prevention of NSAID-induced peptic ulcers

Maintain a ductus arteriosus

Induces labor
Misoprostol TOX
Diarrhea
Contraindicated in women of childbearing potential
Muscarinic antagonists
Prenzepine
Propantheline
Muscarinic antagonists
MOA
Block M1-R on ECL cells (=dec histamine secretion) and M3-R on parietal cells (dec H+ secretion)
Muscarinic antagonists
USES
Peptic ulcer (rarely used)
Muscarinic antagonists
TOX
Tachy, dry mouth, difficulty focusing eyes
Octreotide
MOA
USES
TOX
MOA = Somatostatin analog
USES = Acute variceal bleeds, acromegaly, VIPoma, carcinoid
TOX = nausea, cramps, steatorrhea
Infliximab
MOA
USES
TOX
MOA = monoclonal AB to TNF (a proinflamm cytokine)
USES = Chron's disease, RA
TOX = Respiratory infxn (eg reactivation of TB), fever, hypotension
Sulfasalazine
MOA = a combination of sulfapyridine (antibacterial) and 5-aminosalicylic acid (anti-inflam). Activated by colonic bacteria
USES = chron's and UC
Ondansetron
MOA = 5-HT3 antagonist, powerful centrally acting antiemetic.
USES = control vomiting postoperatively and in chemo pts
Metoclopramide
MOA = D2-R antagonist. Inc resting tone, contractility, LES tone, motility.
Does not influence colon transport time.
USES = Diabetic and post-surgery gastroparesis
Metoclopramide
TOX
Inc parkinsonism effects
Contraindicated in pts with small bowel obstruction
Hepabrin MOA
Cofactor for the activation of antithrombin, dec thrombin and X. Short half life.
Heparin TOX and Antidote
Bleeding and thrombocytopenia (HIT), osteoporosis.
Rapid reversal use protamine sulfate (positive charged molecule that binds neg charged heparin)
Heparin USES
Immediate anticoagulation for PE, stroke, acute coronary syndrome, MI, DVT. Can be used in pregnancy
To follow heparin levels, use the __
PTT
Mechanism of HIT
hepatin binds factor IV, causing AB production that binds to and activates platelets leading to their clearance and resulting in a thrombocytopenic, hypercoag state
How is LMWH (enoxaparin) better than regular heparin?
Acts more on X, has better bioavailability and 2-4x longer half life. SubQ admin and no need for lab monitering. Not easily reversible.
Lepirudin
Bivalirudin
Directly inhibit thrombin
Used as alternative to heparin for anticoagulating pts with HIT.
Warfarin MOA
Inhibits epoxide reductase and vitamin K dependant factors (2, 7, 9, 10 and protein C and S).

Metabolized by cyp p450
How do you moniter Warfarin?
Effects on EXtrinsic pathway.

Moniter with PT/INR.

(the EX-PresidenT went to WAR)
Warfarin USES
Chronic anticoagulation
Not used in preggos (because warfarin, unlike heparin, crosses the placenta)
Warfarin TOX and txment
Bleeding, teratogenic (category X), skin/tissue necrosis, drug-drug interactions.

To reverse warfarin, give vit K
For rapid reversal of severe OD, give FFP
Site of action for warfarin vs heparin:
Warfarin = Liver
Heparin = Blood
Thrombolytics
Streptokinase
Urokinase
tPA (alteplase)
APSAC (anisteplase)
Thrombolytics MOA
Directly or indirectly aid conversion of plasminogen to plasmin, which cleaves thrombin and fibrin clots.

Inc PT, inc PTT, no change in platelet count.
Thrombolytics USES
acute MI, early ischemic strokes
Thrombolytic toxicity txmnt
Aminocaproic acid (inhibitor of fibrinolysis)
Thrombolytics TOX
Bleeding.
Contraindicated in active bleeding pts, hx of intracranial bleed, known bleeding disorders, severe HTN.
Aspirin MOA
acetylates and irreversibly inhibits COX (1 and 2) to prevent conversion of arachidonic acid to thromboxane A2.

Inc bleeding time, no effect on PT/PTT
Clopidogrel
Ticlopidine
MOA
Inhibit platelet aggregation by irreversibly blocking ADP-Rs. Inhibit fibrinogen binding by preventing GIIb/IIIa expression.
Clopidogrel
Ticlopidine
USES
Acute coronary syndrome, coronary stenting, dec incidence or recurrence of thrombotic stroke.
Ticlopidine TOX
neutropenia
Abciximab
MOA, USES, TOX
MOA = Monoclonal antibody that binds to the GIIb/IIIa on activated platelets, preventing aggregation
USES = acute coronary syndromes, percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty
TOX = bleeding, thrombocytopenia
What cancer drug inhibits the M phase?
Vinca alkaloids and taxols
MOA of vinca= inhibit microtubule formation
MOA of paclitaxol = inhibit microtubule disassembly
What phase of the cell cycle does bleomycin inhibit and how?
G2 phase (=synthesis of materials needed for cell division)
MOA = combines with iron forming a complex that generates free radicals in presence of O2
What two phases does Etopside inhibit and how?
Phase G2 and S
MOA = inhibits topoisomerase II
Alkylating agents (cisplatin) MOA
cross-link DNA
Dactinomycin
Doxorubicin
MOA
Intercalate DNA
Methotrexate MOA
Folic acid analog that inhibits DHFR --> dec dTMP (thymidine) --> dec DNA and protein synthesis
Methotrexate USES
Cancers: leukemia, lymphomas, choriocarcinoma, sarcomas
Non-neoplastic uses: abortion, ectopic pregnancies, RA, psoriasis
Methotrexate TOX
1. myelosuppression which is reversible with leucovorin
2. Macrovesicular fatty change in liver
3. Mucositis
4. Teratogenic
5-fluorouracil (5-FU)
MOA
Pyrimidine analog
active metabolite complexes with folic acid. This complex inhibits thymidylate synthase --> dec dTMP = dec DNA and protein synthesis
5-FU uses
CRC and other solid tumors, BCC (topical)
Synergy with methotrexate
5-FU toxicity
1. Myelosuppresion which is NOT reversible with leucovorin
2. OD rescue with thymidine
6-mercaptopurine (6-MP)
MOA and USES
Purine analog --> dec de novo purine synthesis
Activated by HGPRTase
USES = leukemias, lymphomas (not CLL or Hodgkins)
6-MP TOX
bone marrow, GI, liver. Metabolized by xanthine oxidase, so inc toxicity with allopurinol
6-thioguanine (6-TG)
MOA = same as 6-MP. Purine analog that dec de novo synthesis of purines.
6-TG uses and toxicity
USES = ALL
TOX = bone marrow depression, liver
Can be given with allopurinol
Cytarabine MOA, USES and TOX
MOA = pyrimadine analog --> inhibits DNA polymerase
USES = AML, ALL, high grade NHL
TOX = leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, megaloblastic anemia
Antitumor antibiotics (4)
1. Dactinomycin
2. Doxorubicin
3. Bleomycin
4. Etoposide, teniposide
Dactinomycin MOA, USES and TOX
MOA = intercalates DNA
USE = Childhood tumors (Wilm's, Ewings sarcoma, rhabdomyosarcoma)
TOX = myelosuppresion
Doxorubicin
MOA = generates free radicals. breaks DNA and inhibits replication
USE = Hodgkins lymphomas, also myelomas, sarcomas, and solid tumors of breast, ovary, lung.
TOX = Alopecia, cardiotox, myelosuppression
Bleomycin
MOA = induces free radical formation causing breaks in DNA strands
USES = testicular cancer, hodgkins
TOX = pulm fibrosis, skin changes, minimal myelosuppression
Etoposide
MOA = inhibits topoisomerase II leading to DNA degradation
USE = small cell carcinoma of the lung, prostate, testicular carcinoma
TOX = Alopecia, myelosuppresion, GI irritation
Alkylating agents
1. Cyclophosphamide, ifosfamide
2. Nitrosoureas
3. Busulfan
Cyclophosphamide
Ifosfamide
MOA = Covalently links DNA
USES = NHL, breast and ovarian carcinomas
TOX = myelosuppresion, hemorrhagic cystitis.
How can the toxicity of cyclophosphamide be prevented?
Admin of mesna.
Nitrosoureas
MOA = requires bioactivation, crosses the CNS
USES = brain tumors
TOX = CNS toxicity (ataxia, dizziness)
Busulfan
MOA = alkylates DNA
USE = CML and to ablate pt's bone marrow before bone marrow transplantation.
TOX = pulm fibrosis, hyperpigmentation
Microtubule inhibitors
1. Vincristine, vinblastine
2. Paclitaxol and the other --taxols
Vincristine, vinblastine MOA
bind to tubulin in M-phase and block polymerization of microtubules so that mitotic spindles cannot form.
Vincristine TOX
neurotoxicity (areflexia, peripheral neuritis), paralytic ileus
Vinblastine TOX
VinBLASTine BLASTS bone marrow
Paclitaxel
Hyperstabalizes polymerized microtubules in M-phase so that mitotic spindle can't break down
USE = breast and ovarian carcinoma
TOX = myelosuppression and hypersensitivity
Breast cancer chemo drugs
Pactilaxel
Doxorubicin
Cyclophosphamide
Tamoxifen, raloxifene
Trastuzumab (metastatic b cancer)
Cisplatin
Carboplatin
MOA = cross link DNA
USE = testicular, bladder, ovarian, and lung carcinomas
TOX = nephrotoxicity and acoustic nerve damage
Hydroxyurea
MOA = inhibits ribonucleotide reductase --> dec DNA synthesis (S phase specific)
USE = Sickle cell disease (inc HbF and reduces the rate of painful occlusive attacks) also CML and melanoma.
TOX = bone marrow suppression, GI upset
Prednisone
MOA = may trigger apoptosis
USE = most commonly used glucocorticoid in cancer chemo. Used in CLL, Hodgkins, autoimmune diseases
TOX = cushing like syndrome, immunosuppression, cataracts, acne, osteoporosis, HTN, peptic ulcers, hyperglycemia, psychosis
Tamoxifen
Raloxifene
MOA and USE
SERMS = receptor antagonists in breast and agonists in bone. Block the binding of estrogen to estrogen-R positive cells.
USE = breast cancer and to prevent osteoporosis
Tamoxifen TOX
may inc risk of endometrial carcinoma via partial agonist effect. Hot flashes
Raloxifene TOX
Does not increase risk of endometrial carcinoma because it is an endometrial antagonist.
Trastuzumab (Herceptin)
MOA
MOA = monoclonal AB against HER-2
Helps kill breast cancer cells that overexpress HER-2, possibly thru AB-dpnt cytotoxicity
USE = metastatic breast cancer
Imatinib
MOA = Philadelphia chromosome bcr-abl tyrosine kinase inhibitor
USE = CML, GI stromal tumors
TOX = fluid retention
Rituximab
MOA = monoclonal AB against CD20, which is found on most B-cell neoplasms
USE = NHL, RA (with methotrexate)
MOPP regime used in Hodgkins
Mustargen
Oncovin
Procarbazine
Prednisone
NSAIDS
reversible inhibition of COX (1 and 2)
blocks prostaglandin synthesis
How do you close a PDA?
Indomethicin (an NSAID)
What's the difference between aspirin's MOA and other NSAID's MOA?
Aspirin = irreversible inhibition of COX
Other NSAIDS = reversible inhibition of COX
Celecoxib
MOA
COX-2 inhibitor. COX-2 is found in inflammatory cells and vascular endothelium and mediates inflam and pain. It's nice to not inhibit COX-1, because this maintains the gastric mucosa.
Celecoxib USE and TOX
USE = RA and OA, pts with gastritis or ulcers
TOX = inc risk of thrombosis. Sulfa allergy. Less toxic to GI mucosa
Acetaminophen
MOA = reversibly inhibits COX, mostly in the CNS. Inactivated peripherally.
USE = no anti-inflamm effects
TOX = hepatic necrosis, acetaminophen metabolites deplete glutathione and forms toxic tissue in liver
Acetaminophen antidote
N-acetylcysteine regenerates glutathione
Bisphosphonates
"--dronate"
MOA = inhibit osteoclastic activity. reduce formation and resorption of hydroxyapatite
USE = malignancy assoc hypercalcemia, Paget's disease of bone, postmenopausal osteoporosis
TOX = Corrosive esophagitis (except zoledronate), nausea, diarrhea and osteonecrosis of jaw
Why no salicylates in gout?
all but the highest doses will suppress uric acid clearance.
Probenecid
MOA = inhibits reabsorption of uric acid in the PCT (also inhibits the secretion of penicillin)
USE = chronic gout
Colchicine
MOA = binds, stabalizes tubulin to inhibit polymerization, impairing leukocyte chemotaxis and degranulation.
USE = acute gout (along with NSAIDS, esp indomethicin, which is less toxic)
TNF-alpha inhibitors (3)
1. Etanercept
2. Infliximab
3. Adalimumab
Etanercept MOA
MOA = recombinant form of human TNF receptor that binds TNF

EtanerCEPT is a TNF decoy reCEPTor
Etanercept USES
RA, psoriasis, ankylosing spondylitis
Infliximab
MOA = anti-TNF antibody
USES = Chron's disease, RA, ankylosing spondylitis
TOX = predisposes to infxn (e.g. reactivation TB)
Adalimumab
MOA = anti-TNF antibody
USES = RA, psoriasis, ankylosing spondylitis
TNF-alpha definition
A cytokine involved in systemic inflamm. Primary role = regulating immune cells. Can be produced ectopically by malignancy and lead to secondary hypercalcemia.
H1 blockers
1st gen
Diphenhydramine
Dimenhydrinate
Chlorpheniramine
H1 blockers
2nd gen
Loratadine (Clariton)
Fexofenadine
Desloratadine
Cetirizine
1st Gen H1 blockers
USES
TOX
USES = Allergies, motion sickness, sleep aid
TOX = sedation, antimuscarinic, anti-alpha-adrenergic
2nd gen H1 blockers
USES
TOX
USES = Allergies
TOX = Much less sedating than 1st gen because of dec entry into CNS
Non specific beta agonists
Isoproterenol
MOA relaxes bronchial smooth muscle (B2)
USE asthma
TOX tachy because it also blocks B1
B2 agonists
Albuterol
Salmeterol.
Theophylline
USES = asthma
A type of methlxanthine drug.
Limited use due to narrow TI.
causes bronchodialation by inhibiting phosphodiesterase (cAMP --> AMP) and dec cAMP production
Ipratropium
USES = asthma and COPD
competative block of muscarinic-R prevents bronchconstriction.
Cromolyn
USE = asthma
prevents release of mediators from mast cells (prevents degranulation). Effective only for asthma prophylaxis, not an acute attack. Tox is rare
Corticosteroids used to tx asthma:
Beclomethasone
Prednisone
1ST LINE FOR CHRONIC ASTHMA
inhibit the synthesis of all cytokines. Indirectly inhibits production of TNF-alpha.
Zileuton
Antileukotriene
blocks conversion of arachidonic acid to leukotrienes.
Leukotriene = bronchoconstriction
Zafirlukast
Montelukast
Antileukotrienes
Block leukotriene-R
Good for aspirin-induced aspirin.
Expectorants
Guifenesin: does not suppress cough reflex

N-acetylcysteine: mucolytic and can loosen mucous plugs in CF. Antidote for acetaminophen.
Bosentan
USE = pulm HTN
decreases pulm vascular resistance by blocking enothelin-1-R
Leuprolide
MOA
USES
GnRH analog
Pulsatile admin = agonist
Continuous admin = antagonist

USES = infertility (pulsatile), prostate cancer (continuous, use with flutamide), uterine fibroids
Testosterone
USES
TOX
USES =
-Hypogonadism and promote dvlpmnt of secondary sex characteristics.
-Stim of anabolism to promote recovery after burn/injury
-Treat ER-positive breast cancer

TOX = masculinization in females.
Reduces intratesticular testosterone in males by inhibiting the release of LH = gonadal atrophy. inc LDL, dec HDL
Finasteride (propecia)
5-alpha reductase inhibitor
(inhibit test --> DHT)
Useful in BPH and promotes hair growth in male pattern baldness
TOX = gynocomastia
Flutamide
MOA = Nonsteroidal competative inhibitor of androgens at the testosterone-R.
USES = prostate carcinoma
Ketoconazole and Spironolactone
Used to prevent hirsutism in PCOS. Both inhibit steroids
TOX = gynecomastia and amenorrhea
Estrogens
USES = hypogonadism or ovarian failure, menstrual abnormalities, HRT in postmenopausals, used in men with androgen-dependant prostate cancer

TOX = inc risk of endometrial cancer, bleeding in postmenopausals, increased risk of thrombus
CONTRA = ER-pos breast cancer, hx of DVT
Tamoxifen
SERM
Antagonist on breast tissue, used to treat and precent recurrence of ER-positive breast cancer
Clomiphene
SERM
Partial agonist at estrogen-R in hypothalamus. Inc release of LH and FSH from pituitary (abnormal feedback) stimulates ovulation.
USES = infertility and PCOS
TOX = hot flashes, ovarian enlargement, multiple preg
Raloxiphene
SERM
Agonist on bone
Reduces resorption of bone
USES = osteoporosis
HRT
Used for relief or prevention of menopausal sx (inc estrogen = dec osteoclast activity)
TOX = unopposed ERT inc risk of endometrial cancer so PROG is added. Possible CV risk
Anastrozole/
Exemestane
Aromatase inhibitors used in postmenopausals with breast cancer
Progestins
MOA = bind PROG-R, reduce growth and inc vascularization of endometrium
USES = OCPs
treatment of endometrial cancer and
abnormal uterine bleeding
Mifepristone (Ru-486)
MOA = inhibitor of progestins at PROG-R
USES = termination of pregnancy. Admin'd with misoprostol (PGE1)
TOX = heavy bleeding, GI effects, abd pain
OCP MOA
Prevent estrogen surge so the LH surge never occurs = no ovulation
OCP cancer advantage
dec risk of endometrial and ovarian cancers
OCP disadvantages
Hypercoagulable state
Contraindicated in smokers >35yo
Dinoprostone
PGE2 analog causing cervical dilation and uterine contraction, inducing labor
Ritodrine
Terbutaline
B2-agonists that relax the uterus
Reduce premature contractions
Prevent early delivery
Tamsulosin
Alpha-1 blocker used to treat BPH by inhibiting smooth muscle contraction. Selective for the alpha-R on the prostate (alpha,1A,D) versus vascular (alpha1B)
Sildenafil
Vardenafil
MOA and USES
MOA = inhibit cGMP phosphodiesterase causing inc cGMP and smooth muscle relax in the corpus cavernosum --> inc blood flow and boner.
USES = ED
Sildenafil
Vardenafil
TOX
HA, flushing, dyspepsia, IMPAIRED BLUE/GREEN VISION.

Risk of life threatening hypotension in pts taking nitrates.
Glaucoma drugs
3 classes that dec aq humor
alpha agonist
beta blocker
diuretics

all dec aqueous humor by diff MOA
Epinephrine
Alpha-agonist
dec aq humor synthesis due to vasoC
SE = mydriasis, stinging
CONTRA = closed angle glaucoma
Brimonidine
alpha agonist
dec aq humor synthesis
Acetazolamide
CA inhibitor
inhibition of CA leads to dec aq humor secretion due to dec HCO3-
Glaucoma drugs
2 classes that inc aq humor outflow
Cholinomemetics
Prostaglandin
Direct cholinomemetics
Pilocarpine
Carbachol
Indirect cholinomemetics
Physostigmine
Echothiophate
MOA of cholinomemetics in txmnt of glaucoma
inc outflow of aq humor
contract ciliary muscle and open trabecular meshwork into canal of Schlemm
DOC in emergency closed angle glaucoma
PILOCARPINE
Prostaglandin txmnt in glaucoma
Latanoprost
MOA = inc outflow of aq humor
SE = darkens color of iris
Opioid analgesics
(list of drugs)
Morphine
Fentanyl
Codeine
Heroin
Methadone
Meperidine
Dextromethorphan
Opioids MOA
Agonists at opioid-R (mu, delta, kappa) to modulate synaptic transmission = open K+ channels, close Ca++ channels --> dec synaptic transmission.

Inhibit the release of ACh, NE, 5-HT, glutamate and substance P
Opioids USE
Pain, cough suppression (dextromethorphan), diarrhea (loperamide and diphenoxylate), acute pulm edema, maintenance program for addicts
Opioids TOX
Addiction
Respiratory depression
Constipation
Miosis (PINPOINT)
Txmnt = naloxone or naltrexone (opioid-R blocker)
Butorphanol
MOA = paritial agonist at opioid-mu-R, agonist at kappa
USE = pain
TOX = less resp depression than regular opioids. causes withdrawal if pt is on full opioid agonist
Tramadol
MOA = weak opioid agonist, also inhibits 5-HT and NE reuptake
USE = chronic pain
TOX = similar to opioids. dec seizure threshold
Carbemazepine
TCA
1st line = tonic-clonic and trigem neuralgia
TOX = liver, SIADH, aplastic anemia
MOA = inc Na+ channel inactivation
Phenytoin
1st line = tonic clonic, prophy for status epilepticus
IV route = fosphenytoin
MOA = inc Na+ channel inactivation
Lamotrigine
MOA = blocks voltage gated Na+ channels
USED = partial, tonic clonic
Topiramate
MOA = blocks Na+ channels, inc GABA action
Phenobarbital
1st line = pregnant women, kids
MOA = inc GABAa action
Valproic acid
1st line = tonic clonic
MOA = inc Na+ channel inactivation, inc GABA concentration
Also used for myoclonic seizures
Ethosuximide
1st line = absence seizures
MOA = blocks thymic T-type Ca++ channels
Benzo's:
Diazepam
Lorazepam
1st line = acute status epi
MOA = inc GABAa action
Also used for seizures of eclampsia
Seizures of eclampsia DOC
Magnesium sulfate
What are the three 1st line drugs for tonic-clonic?
1. Phenytoin
2. Carbamazepine
3. Valproic acid
Benzo TOX
Sedation, tolerance, dependence
Carbamazepine TOX
Agranulocytosis (most feared)
P450 inducer
Steven Johnsons
Diplopia
Ataxia
liver tox
teratogenesis
Ethosuximide TOX
Steven Johnson
GI distress, urticaria, fatigue, HA
Phenobarbitol TOX
Sedation, tolerance, dependance, INDUCE p450
Phenytoin TOX
Teratogenesis (fetal hydantoin syn)
Gingival hyperplasia
SLE-like syndrome
hirsutism, ataxia, nystagmus, sedation, megaloblastic anemia
Valproic acid TOX
Rare but fatal liver tox (moniter LFT)
Neural tube defects in fetus
tremor, weight gain
CONTRA in preggos
Lamotrigine TOX
Steven Johnsons
Topiramate TOX
Sedation, mental dulling, kidney stones, weight loss
Barbiturates
(list)
Phenobarbital
Pentobarbital
Thiopental
Secobarbital
Barbiturates MOA and USE
Facilitate GABAa action by inc DURATION of Cl- channel opening and thus dec firing

USE = sedative for anxiety, seizures, insomnia, induction of anesthesia (thiopental)
Barbiturates TOX...again
Dependence
P450 INDUCTION
additive effects with other CNS depressants (EtOH)
Resp or CV depression

Tx OD symptomatically (resp support, inc BP)
Benzos (list)
Diazepam, lorazepam, triazolam, temazepam, oxazepam, midazolam, alprazolam and chlordiazepoxide
DOC for acute EtOH withdrawal
Chlordiazepozide (a benzo, silly!)
Benzo's MOA
Facilitate GABAa action by inc FREQUENCY of Cl- channel opening.
dec REM sleep
Benzo's versus Barb's and their MOA on the Cl- channel
Benzo = inc FREQ of opening
Barbs = inc DURATION of opening
Benzo OD txmnt
Flumazenil (competitive antagonist at GABA benzo receptor)
What are the short acting benzo's and what are you at inc risk for when using them?
Triazolam
Oxazepam
Midazolam
These have the highest abuse potential
Nonbenzo hypnotics (list)
Zolpidem (Ambien)
Zaleplon
Eszopiclone
Nonbenzo hypnotics
MOA
USE
TOX
MOA = Act via the BZI-R subtype and is revered by flumazenil
USE = insomnia
TOX = ataxia, HA, confusion. Less day-after psychomotor depression and few amnestic effects. Lower dependence risk than benzos
low solubility in blood =
rapid induction and recovery times

high solubility in blood will require more drug to saturate blood = slower onset of axn
increase solubility in lipids =
inc potency (1/MAC)
Inc MAC = ___ potency
inc MAC = dec potency
Inhaled anesthetics (list)
Halothane
Enflurane
Isoflurane
Sevoflurane
Methoxyflurane
NO
Inhaled anesthetics
MOA
EFFECTS
TOX
MOA = unknown
EFFECTS = myocardial and resp depression, n/v, inc cerebral blood flow (but dec cerebral demand)
TOX = malignant hyperthermia
Halothane TOX
Hapatotoxicity
Methoxyflurane TOX
nephrotoxicity
Enflurane TOX
Proconvulsant
Nitrous oxide TOX
expansion of trapped gas
IV anesthetic classes
Barbs
Benzos
Ketamine (arylcyclohexylamine)
Opiates
Propofol
Thiopental
Barbiturate
Used for induction of anesthesia and short surgical procedures
High potency, high lipid solubility, rapid CNS entry
dec cerebral blood flow
Midazolam
Benzo
Most common drug used for endoscopy
Can cause severe post-op resp depression, dec BP (tx OD with flumazenil)
Ketamine
PCP analog that act as dissociative anesthetics
MOA = block NMDA-R
Cardio stimulants
Cause disorientation, hallucination, and bad dreams
inc cerebral blood flow
Opiates
Morphine, fentynyl
Used with other CNS depressants during general anesthesia
Propofol
Used for rapid anesthesia induction and short procedures.
Less post-op nausea than thiopental
Potentiates GABAa
Local anesthetics (list)
Esters = procaine, cocaine, tetracaine
Amides have 2 I's= lidocaine, mepivacaine, bupivacaine
Locals MOA
Block Na+ channels
Preferentially bind activated Na+ channels, so most effective in rapidly firing neurons
Order of blockade with locals
small myelinated > small unmyelin > large myelinated > large unmyelin
In infected tissue, you will need more local anesthetic. Why?
Infected tissue = acidic tissue
alkaline anesthetics won't be able to penetrate the tissue effectively, so you will need more
Why are locals usually given with EPI?
EPI = vasoC and it will enhance the local action (dec bleeding, inc anesthsia and dec systemic concentration)
Cocaine TOX
Arrythmias
Dantrolene
DOC for malignant hyperthermia
Also used for treatment of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (toxicity seen with neuroleptics)
Neuromuscular blocking drugs
USES
muscle paralysis in surgery or mechanical ventilation. Selective for motor (vs autonomic) nicotinic receptor
Succinylcholine
depolarizing neuromuscular blocker
TOX = hyperCa++ and hyperK+
Nondepolarizing neuromuscular blockers
Tubocurarine, atracurium, mivacurium, pancuronium, vecuronium, rocuronium
DA-R agonists
Bromocriptine, Pramipexole, Ropinirole
(Bro, ro, apo, pram)
What drug is used to increase DA and also as an antiviral against influenza A and rubella?
Amantadine
TOX = ataxia
L-dopa/carbidopa
L-dopa = Converted to DA in the CNS
Carbidopa = peripheral decarboxylase inhibitor, dec amount of DA in periphery (because you want it in the brain)
L-dopa/carbidopa TOX
arrythmias from peripheral conversion to DA.
Long term use can lead to dyskinesia following admin, akinesia between doses
Selegiline
MOA
USE
TOX
MOA = selectively inhibits MAO-B.
MAO-B metabolizes DA over NE and 5-HT, so inhibiting MAO-B with inc DA
USE = adjunctive therapy to L-dopa in PD
TOX = enhance adverse effects of L-dopa
Entacapone
Tolcapone
COMT inhibitors
Prevent L-dopa degradation and thus inc DA availability to CNS
What drug is used to curb excess ACh activity in PD?
Benztropine
Antimuscarinic
Improves tremor and rigidity, little effect of bradykinesia
Memantadine
MOA
USE
MOA = NMDA-R antagonist
helps prevent excitotoxicity
USE = Alz. Disease
Donepezil
Galantamine
Rivastigmine
MOA
USE
MOA = AChE inhibitors
USE = Alz. Disease
What NT imbalances are seen in Huntington's disease?
inc DA
dec GABA and ACh
What drugs are used to tx Huntingtons?
Reserpine and tetrabenazine = amine depleating

Haloperidol = DA-R antagonist
Sumatriptan
MOA
USE
TOX
MOA = 5-HT1b/1d agonist
causes vasoC, inhibition of trigeminal activation and inhibits vasoactive peptide release
USE = migraines, cluster attacks
TOX = coronary vasospasm
CONTRA = pts with CAD
Mannitol
MOA
MOA = osmotic diuretic, inc tubular fluid osmolarity producing inc urine flow

SOA (site of axn) = PCT
Mannitol
USES
Shock, drug OD, inc IOP or ICP
Mannitol
TOX
Pulmonary edema, dehydration.
CONTRA = anuria, CHF
Acetazolamide
MOA
CA inhibitor
Causes self-limited NaHCO3 diuresis and reduction in total-body HCO3- stores.

SOA = PCT
Acetazolamide
USE
Glaucoma, urinary alkalinization, metabolic alkalosis, altitude sickness

ACIDazolamide causes ACIDosis
Acetazolamide
TOX
Hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis, neuropathy, NH3 toxicity, sulfa allergy
Furosemide
MOA
Sulfonamide loop diuretic
Inhibits cotransport system (Na+, K+, 2Cl-) of thick ascending LOH.

abolishes hypertonicity of medulla, preventing concentration of urine...inc Ca++ excretion (loops lose Ca++)

SOA = LOH, esp thick ascending loop
Furosemide
USE
Edematous states (CHF, cirrhosis, nephrotic syndrome, pulm edema), HTN, hyperCa++ (because LOOPs LOSE Ca++)
Furosemide
TOX
Ototoxicity, HypoK+, dehydration, allergy (sulfa), nephritis, gout
What can you use for diuresis in pt's allergic to sulfa drugs?`
Ethacrynic acid
Can also be used in gout, hyperurecemia (unlike furosemide)
Hydrocholothiazide
MOA
Thiazide diuretic
Inhibits NaCl reabsorption in early DCT, reducing the diluting capacity of nephron. dec Ca++ excretion

SOA = DCT
Hydrocholothiazide
USE
HTN, CHF, idiopathic hypercalcuria, nephrogenic DI
Hydrocholothiazide
TOX
HypoK+ metabolic acidosis
HypoNa+
Hyperglycemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hyperuricemia
Hypercalemia
Sulfa allergies
K+ sparing diuretics (list)
Spironolactone
Triamterene
Amiloride
Eplerenone
K+ sparing diuretics
MOA
Spironolactone = comp aldosterone-R antagonist in the cortical collecting tubule.
Triamterene/Amiloride = block Na+ channels in the CCT
K+ sparing diuretics
USES
Hyperaldosteronism
K+ depletion
CHF
K+ sparing diuretics
TOX
HyperK+ (arrythmias)
Spironolactone has endocrine effects due to aldosterone antagonism (gynocomastia, antiangrogenic effects)
ACE-I
list
MOA
Captopril, enalapril, lisinopril
MOA = inhibit ACE, reducing levels of AT-II and preventing inactivation of bradykinin (a vasoD)

NOTE: renin is inc (loss of neg feedback)
ACE-I
USES
HTN, CHF, diabetic renal disease
When are ACE-I contraindicated?
2 situations
1. Preggos

2. bilateral renal artery stenosis, ACE-I dec GFR by preventing constriction of efferent arterioles
ACE-I
TOX
Cough, cough, cough
Angioedema
Proteinuria
Taste changes
hypOtension
Pregnancy problemos
Rash
Inc renin
Lower AT-II
CAPTOPRIL

also hyperk+
Effect of diuretics on urine NaCl
All diuretics inc urine NaCl
(serum NaCl may dec)
Effect of diuretics on urine K+
All diuretics (except K+ sparing) inc urine K+
So serum K+ may dec
What diuretics cause acidemia?
CA inhibitors (acetazolamide)
K+ sparing
What diuretics cause alkalemia?
Loops
Thiazides
What diuretics cause inc urinary Ca++?
Loops
HypoCa++ and inc urine Ca++
What diuretics cause dec urinary Ca++?
Thiazides
hyperCa++ and dec urine Ca++
Delerium tremens txmnt
Benzos
(chlordiazepoxide)
Wernicke's encephalopathy
(as in Wernicke Korsakoff)
Triad:
confusion
opthalmoplegia
ataxia
Korsakoff's psychosis
(as in Wernicke Korsakoff)
Irreversible memory loss
Confabulation
Personality change
Txmnt of W.K syndrome
IV thiamine
CNS stimulants (list)
Methylphenidate
Dextroamphetamine
Mixed amphetamine salts
CNS stimulants
MOA
USES
MOA = inc catecholamines at the synaptic cleft
USE = ADHD, appetite control, narcolepsy
Typical Neuroleptics
Haloperidol + "--azines"
Trifluoperazine
Fluphenazine
Thioridazine
Chlorpromazine
Typical Neuroleptics
MOA
All typicals block DA D2-R (inc cAMP concentration)
Typical Neuroleptics
USE
Schizophrenia (tx primarily positive sx)
Psychosis
Acute mania
Tourette's
Typical Neuroleptics
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (clinical picture and txmnt)
Rigidity, myoglobinuria, autonomic instability, hyperpyrexia.

TX = Dantrolene (muscle relaxant)
DA agonists (like bromocriptine)
High potency typical neuroleptics and assoc SE
Haloperidol, trifluoperazine, fluphenazine

SE = neurologic (EPS)
Low potency typical neuroleptics and assoc SE
Thioridazine, chlorpromazine
SE = non-neurological (anticholinergic, antihistamine, and alpha blockade)
Chlorpromazine SE
Corneal deposits
Thioridazine SE
reTinal deposits
Evolution of EPS
4 hours dystonia
4 days akinesia
4 weeks akatheisa (restlessness)
4 months tardive dyskinesia
Atypical neuroleptics
(list)
Olanzapine, clozapine, quetipine, risperidone, aripiprazole, ziprasidone
Atypical neuroleptics
MOA
Block receptors:
5-HT2
DA
alpha
H1
Atypical neuroleptics
USE
Schizophrenia (tx's both positive and negative sx)
Olanzapine = OCD, anxiety disorder, depression, mania, Tourette's
Atypical neuroleptics
TOX
fewer EPS and anticholinergic SE than typicals.

Olanzapine and clozapine can cause significant weight gain.

Clozapine = granulocytosis
Lithium MOA
Unknown
Possibly inhibition of phosphoinositol pathway
Lithium
USE
Mood stabalizer for bipolar disorder
Blocks relapse and acute mania events.

SIADH
Lithium TOX
Narrow TI requires close monitering

Movement (tremor)
Nephrogenic DI (ADH antagonism, polyuria)
HypOthyroidism
Pregnancy problems (Epstein anomaly, malformation of great vessels)
Lithium excretion
Almost exclusively excreted by kidneys. Most is reabsorbed in PCT following Na+ reabsorption.
Buspirone
MOA
USE
MOA = stimulates 5-HT1A receptors
USE = Generalized anxiety disorder. Does not cause sedation, addiction or tolerance. Does not interact with EtOH (versus benzo's and barbs)
TCAs
Imipramine
Amitryptyline
Desipramine
Nortriptyline
Clomipramine
Doxepin
Amoxapine
TCA
MOA and USE
MOA = Block reuptake of NE and 5-HT
USE = Major depression
Bedwetting (imipramine)
OCD (clomipramine)
Fibromyalgia
TCA
SE
Sedation, alpha-blocking effects, atropine like (anticholinergic) stuff like tachy, urinary retention.

Desipramine is least sedating and has lower seizure threshold

tertiary TCAs (amitriptyline) have more antichol effects than secondary TCAs (nortriptyline)
TCA
TOXICITY
Tri-C's =
Convulsions
Coma
Cardiotoxicity (arrythmias)

also resp depression, hyperpyrexia
Use nortriptyline in the elderly because they can dvlp confusion and hallucinations due to antichol effects.
SSRI
Fluoxetine
Paroxetine
Sertraline
Citalopram
SSRI MOA and USE
MOA = serotonin-specific reuptake inhibitors

USE = Depression, OCD, bulimia, social phobias
High potency typical neuroleptics and assoc SE
Haloperidol, trifluoperazine, fluphenazine

SE = neurologic (EPS)
Low potency typical neuroleptics and assoc SE
Thioridazine, chlorpromazine
SE = non-neurological (anticholinergic, antihistamine, and alpha blockade)
Chlorpromazine SE
Corneal deposits
Thioridazine SE
reTinal deposits
Evolution of EPS
4 hours dystonia
4 days akinesia
4 weeks akatheisa (restlessness)
4 months tardive dyskinesia
Atypical neuroleptics
(list)
Olanzapine, clozapine, quetipine, risperidone, aripiprazole, ziprasidone
Atypical neuroleptics
MOA
Block receptors:
5-HT2
DA
alpha
H1
Atypical neuroleptics
USE
Schizophrenia (tx's both positive and negative sx)
Olanzapine = OCD, anxiety disorder, depression, mania, Tourette's
Atypical neuroleptics
TOX
fewer EPS and anticholinergic SE than typicals.

Olanzapine and clozapine can cause significant weight gain.

Clozapine = granulocytosis
Lithium MOA
Unknown
Possibly inhibition of phosphoinositol pathway
Buspirone
MOA and USE
MOA = stimulates 5-HT1a receptors
USE = GAD.
Does not cause sedation, addiction, tolerance. Does not interact with EtOH.
TCAs
Imipramine, amitriptyline, desipramine, nortriptyline, clomipramine, doxepin, amoxapineq
TCA MOA
Block reuptake of NE and 5-HT
TCA USES
Major depression
Bedwetting (imipramine)
OCD (clomipramine)
Fibromyalgia
TCA
SE
Sedation, alpha blocking effects, atropine-like (anticholergic) effects like tachy, urinary retention.

tertiary amines (amitriptyline) have more anticholinergic effects than secondary amines (nortriptyline)
TCA
TOX
Tri C:
Convulsions
Coma
Cardiotoxicity (arrythmias)

also resp depression, hyperpyrexia.

confusion and hallucinations in the elderly due to antichol effects (use nortriptyline)
How do you tx TCA toxicity?
NaHCO3 for cardiotox
SSRI
Fluoxetine
Paroxetine
Sertraline
Citalopram
SSRI
MOA and USES
MOA = serotonin-specific reuptake inhibitors

USE = depression, OCD, bulimia, social phobias
SSRI
tox
GI distress, anorgasmia

Less SE than TCAs
Serotonin syndrome
What is it?
What is the presentation?
How to tx it?
An adverse effect of SSRI's when they're taken with another drug that increases 5-HT (like MAO-I)

Presents with hyperthermia, muscle rigidity, cardiovascular collapse, flushing, diarrhea, seizures.

tx with cyproheptadine (5-HT2 receptor antagonist)
SNRI's
Venlafaxine
Duloxetine
SNRI
MOA
Inhibit serotonin and NE reuptake
SNRI
USES
Depression
Venlafaxine is also used in GAD
Duloxetine is also used for diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Duloxetine has a greater effect on NE
SNRI
tox
inc BP most common
MAO-Inhibitors
Phenelzine
Tranylcypromine
Isocarboxazid
Selegiline (selective MAO-B inhibitor)
MAO-I
MOA and USE
Nonselective MAO inhibition increases levels of amine NT (NE, 5-HT, DA)

USE = atypical depression, anxiety, hypochondriasis
MAO-I
tox
Hypertensive crisis with tyramine ingestion (wine and cheese) and beta agonists. CNS stimulation

CONTRA = with SSRI's or meperidine
Bupropion
inc NE and DA via unknown MOA
USES = smoking cessation and depression

TOX = stimulant SE (tachy, insomnia), HA, seizure in bulimic pts. No sexual effects
Mirtazepine
alpha-2 blocker.
Inc release NE and 5-HT and potent 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 receptor blocker.

TOX = sedation, inc appetite, weight gain, dry mouth
Maprotiline
Blocks NE reuptake
TOX = sedation, orthostatic hypotension
Trazodone
Primarily inhibits 5-HT reuptake.
Used for insomnia (high doses are needed for antidepressant effects).

TOX = sedation, nausea, priapism, postural hypotension
DOC for depression with insomnia
Mirtazepine
DOC for Tourette's
Haloperidol