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What is the primary function of growth hormone antagonists?
What is the primary function of growth hormone antagonists?
- To stimulate growth hormone production
- To enhance growth hormone metabolism
- To increase growth hormone receptor sensitivity
- To prevent growth hormone from binding to its receptor (correct)
Which condition is listed as an indication for growth hormone antagonists?
Which condition is listed as an indication for growth hormone antagonists?
- Acromegaly (correct)
- Hypothyroidism
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Osteoporosis
Which of the following is listed as a growth hormone antagonist?
Which of the following is listed as a growth hormone antagonist?
- Bromocriptine (correct)
- Lisinopril
- Levothyroxine
- Insulin
What is a potential caution or contraindication when using growth hormone antagonists?
What is a potential caution or contraindication when using growth hormone antagonists?
Which medication is listed under drug-drug interactions?
Which medication is listed under drug-drug interactions?
What is a potential adverse effect of bromocriptine when used to treat esophageal varices?
What is a potential adverse effect of bromocriptine when used to treat esophageal varices?
Besides treatment for Acromegaly, what else are Growth Hormone Antagonists indicated for?
Besides treatment for Acromegaly, what else are Growth Hormone Antagonists indicated for?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an adverse effect of bromocriptine when used for esophageal varices?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an adverse effect of bromocriptine when used for esophageal varices?
Which of the following drugs could potentially interact with a growth hormone antagonist?
Which of the following drugs could potentially interact with a growth hormone antagonist?
Which of the following is another name for growth hormone antagonist?
Which of the following is another name for growth hormone antagonist?
Flashcards
Core purpose of GH antagonists?
Core purpose of GH antagonists?
Prevents growth hormone from binding to its receptor.
Indications of GH antagonists?
Indications of GH antagonists?
Acromegaly and esophageal varices.
Examples of Growth Hormone Antagonists?
Examples of Growth Hormone Antagonists?
Bromocriptine, Lanreotide, Octreotide, Pegvisomant.
Contraindications of GH antagonists?
Contraindications of GH antagonists?
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Drug interactions with GH antagonists?
Drug interactions with GH antagonists?
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Adverse effects of Bromocriptine for esophageal varices?
Adverse effects of Bromocriptine for esophageal varices?
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Study Notes
- Growth hormone antagonists prevent growth hormone from binding to its receptor
Indications
- Treatment of acromegaly
- Treatment of esophageal varices
Names
- Bromocriptine
- Lanreotide
- Octreotide
- Pegvisomant
Cautions & Contraindications
- Use with caution in the presence of any other endocrine disorder that could be exacerbated by blocking growth hormone (GH)
Drug-Drug Interactions
- Carbamazepine
- TCAs
- Alcohol
- Catecholamines
Bromocriptine Treatment of Esophageal Varices: Adverse Effects
- Arrhythmias
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
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