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What is the generic name for Methimazole?
What is the trade name for Methimazole?
What is the classification of Methimazole?
Antithyroid drug
Methimazole is administered to adults at an initial dose of ______ mg/day.
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What is one of the actions of Methimazole?
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Which of the following is NOT a use for Methimazole?
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Methimazole is contraindicated in patients with a known allergy to antithyroid products.
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What are some adverse effects of Methimazole?
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What is one nursing implication for administering Methimazole?
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Study Notes
Methimazole Overview
- Generic Name: Methimazole
- Trade Name: Tapazole
Classification
- Drug Class: Antithyroid drug
Dosage Information
- Adults: Start with 15-60 mg/day orally in three doses; maintenance is 5-15 mg/day
- Pediatrics: Initial dose of 0.4 mg/kg/day orally; maintenance is approximately half the initial dose
Mechanism of Action
- Primary Action: Inhibits the synthesis of thyroid hormones, helping to manage thyroid-related conditions
Indications
- Clinical Uses: Effective for treating hyperthyroidism, Graves' Disease, and thyrotoxic crisis
Contraindications
- Considerations: Not suitable for individuals with allergies to antithyroid products and during pregnancy; caution advised in cases of bone marrow depression
Adverse Effects
- Potential Reactions: May cause paresthesias, neuritis, vertigo, drowsiness, depression, skin rashes, and gastrointestinal distress
- Other Effects: Loss of taste, nephritis, myalgia, edema, lymphadenopathy, and drug fever
Nursing Implications
- Administration Guidelines: Administer in three equal doses per day; breastfeeding is discouraged while on this medication
- Patient Advice: Inform the patient about the increased risk of bleeding; confirm the patient's pregnancy status before initiation of therapy
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Description
This quiz covers the key aspects of Methimazole, including its classification as an antithyroid drug, dosage information for adults and pediatrics, and its clinical uses in treating thyroid conditions. Additionally, it highlights contraindications and potential adverse effects associated with the medication.
