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What can you tell a colleague about propylthiouracil?
What can you tell a colleague about propylthiouracil?
- It should be separated from magnesium supplements
- Its oral form should be taken on an empty stomach
- It's a hazardous med and should be handled appropriately (correct)
- It must be avoided in patients with a porcine allergy
Which lab value will be monitored for patients taking liothyronine?
Which lab value will be monitored for patients taking liothyronine?
- INR
- TFT (correct)
- CBC
- BUN
What is the generic name of Synthroid?
What is the generic name of Synthroid?
- Sotalol
- Simvastatin
- Levofloxacin
- Levothyroxine (correct)
What medication is used to treat hyperthyroidism?
What medication is used to treat hyperthyroidism?
Which medication should be avoided if the patient has a pig allergy?
Which medication should be avoided if the patient has a pig allergy?
What is the brand name of methimazole?
What is the brand name of methimazole?
Which thyroid med is available as an injectable?
Which thyroid med is available as an injectable?
Which allergy could cause a problem if a patient takes Armour Thyroid?
Which allergy could cause a problem if a patient takes Armour Thyroid?
What is the generic name of Cytomel?
What is the generic name of Cytomel?
Which thyroid med is available as an oral liquid?
Which thyroid med is available as an oral liquid?
Which lab value will monitor methimazole?
Which lab value will monitor methimazole?
What is the brand name of levothyroxine/liothyronine?
What is the brand name of levothyroxine/liothyronine?
What can you tell a colleague about levothyroxine?
What can you tell a colleague about levothyroxine?
Which dosage form does Victoza come in?
Which dosage form does Victoza come in?
What is the generic name of Amaryl?
What is the generic name of Amaryl?
Which medication is classified as a biguanide?
Which medication is classified as a biguanide?
Which insulin drug class does Lantus belong to?
Which insulin drug class does Lantus belong to?
Which medication may cause an allergic reaction if the patient is severely allergic to sulfa?
Which medication may cause an allergic reaction if the patient is severely allergic to sulfa?
What is the brand name of insulin detemir?
What is the brand name of insulin detemir?
Xigduo XR combines dapagliflozin with which other medication?
Xigduo XR combines dapagliflozin with which other medication?
What can you tell a colleague about Actos?
What can you tell a colleague about Actos?
Which medication is used to treat diabetes?
Which medication is used to treat diabetes?
Which diabetes medication is available as an injection?
Which diabetes medication is available as an injection?
Which allergy could be a potential issue with glipizide?
Which allergy could be a potential issue with glipizide?
Which medication is used to treat diabetes?
Which medication is used to treat diabetes?
Which medication belongs to the thiazolidinedione drug class?
Which medication belongs to the thiazolidinedione drug class?
What is the brand name of insulin degludec?
What is the brand name of insulin degludec?
Glyxambi combines linagliptin with which other medication?
Glyxambi combines linagliptin with which other medication?
Study Notes
Propylthiouracil (PTU)
- Administer orally on an empty stomach.
- Contraindicated in patients with a porcine allergy.
- Should be separated from magnesium supplements.
- Classified as a hazardous medication.
Liothyronine Monitoring
- Lab value monitored is Thyroid Function Tests (TFT).
Levothyroxine (Synthroid)
- Generic name is Levothyroxine.
- Available as an oral liquid.
- Should be separated from calcium supplements.
Hyperthyroidism Treatment
- Methimazole is the medication used for treatment.
Armor Thyroid and Allergies
- Armor Thyroid should be avoided in patients with porcine allergies.
Methimazole Brand Name
- The brand name for methimazole is Tapazole.
Injectable Medications
- Liothyronine is available in an injectable form.
Allergies and Armor Thyroid
- A porcine allergy could cause an adverse reaction with Armour Thyroid.
Cytomel (Liothyronine)
- Generic name of Cytomel is Liothyronine.
Lantus Insulin Classification
- Lantus belongs to the long-acting insulin class.
Sulfa Allergies
- Diabeta may cause allergic reactions in patients with a severe sulfa allergy.
Insulin Detemir Brand Name
- The brand name for insulin detemir is Levemir.
Xigduo XR Composition
- Combines dapagliflozin with Metformin.
Actos and Heart Health
- Actos should be avoided in patients with heart failure.
Diabetes Medications
- Dulaglutide and Exenatide are used to treat diabetes.
- Nateglinide is another medication that treats diabetes.
Glipizide and Sulfa Allergy
- Caution advised for patients with sulfa allergies when taking Glipizide.
Thiazolidinedione Classification
- Pioglitazone belongs to the thiazolidinedione drug class.
Insulin Degludec Brand Name
- Insulin degludec is marketed as Tresiba.
Glyxambi Composition
- Combines linagliptin with Empagliflozin.
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Test your knowledge on key pharmacology concepts including the use of medications like propylthiouracil and liothyronine. This quiz covers important patient safety information and laboratory monitoring for these drugs. Perfect for students preparing for exams or healthcare professionals looking to refresh their knowledge.
