Term
| Pathophysiology and S/Sx: Myasthenia Gravis |
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Definition
Autoimmune disease due to lack of AcH
S/Sx:
dyspnea, respiratory problems, immobility, weakness |
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Term
| Drugs for Myasthenia Gravis |
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Definition
Subclass: AcHase inhibitor
Drug action: block acHase enzyme from breaking down AcH
Drugs Include:
Neostigmine (Protigmine)
Pyridostigmine Bromide (Mestinon)
Edrophonium Chloride (Tensilon) |
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Term
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Definition
Generic: Neostigmine
Class: Drugs for AZD
Subclass: AcHase
Notes: first drug manufactured |
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Term
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Definition
Generic: Pyridostigmine Bromide
Class: Drugs for AZD
Subclass: AcHase
Notes: DOC |
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Term
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Definition
Generic: Edophronium Chloride
Class: Drugs for AZD
Subclass: AcHase
Notes: Given if client doesn't respond to Prostigmine or Mestinon. |
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Term
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Definition
Class: AcHase
Side effects: Hypertension, dry mouth, constipation |
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