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Q.

At times, a patient may require administration of multiple drugs for any


disease due to which drug interactions may occur. What are different types of
Pharmacokinetic drug-drug interactions? Give examples.

AFFECTING ABSORPTION

1. Antacids containing Ca or Al – tetracyclines.


2. Cholestyramine – digitalis & thyroxine.
3. Metoclopramide – cimetidine.
4. Liquid paraffin – Vit D.
5. Rate of absorption of paracetamol is reduced by anticholinergics & increased by
metoclopramide.

AFFECTING DISTRIBUTION

Drug displaces the other from plasma protein binding site.

1. Indomethacin, tolbutamide, sulfonamides displace warfarin.


2. Sulfonamides, salicylates displace tolbutamide.
3. Sulfonamide displace bilirubin.

AFFECTING METABOLISM

I. CYP450 family is the major metabolizing enzyme in phase I (oxidation process).

• Enzyme induction.

• Enzyme inhibition.

II. Xanthine oxidase inhibitor.

AFFECTING RENAL EXCRETION

1. Probenecid decreases tubular secretion of Penicillins, Dapsone


2. Aspirin increases toxicity of Methotrexate.
3. Sodium bicarbonate increases excretion of Aspirin & Barbiturates.
4. Ammonium chloride increases excretion of Amphetamine.

Q. A 28-year-old man working in a semi-conductor factory presented in OPD with


complaints of fatigue, nausea, conjunctivitis, skin irritation, and hair loss. On
examination, she has “milk and roses” complexion. What is your diagnosis and
how will you treat the patient?

Chronic Arsenic Poisoning. Chelator: Dimercaprol


Q. Define the following terms and give one example for each:

1. Antiseptic

Antimicrobial agents applied to living tissues to reduce possibility of infection.

E.g.; Alcohols (Ethanol and isopropyl alcohol), Povidone-iodine or Iodine tincture,


Chlorhexidine, Merbromin, Silver nitrate, Silver sulfadiazine, Potassium permanganate,
Hydrogen peroxide, Cetrimide, Benzalkonium chloride, Cetylpyridinium chloride, Dyes
(Gentian violet, brilliant green, Acriflavine), Boric acid, Acetic acid.

2. Astringents

Agents that precipitate surface proteins but don’t penetrate the cells; affecting
superficial layers only.

They toughen surface making it mechanically stronger and decrease exudation. E.g.;
Tannic acid and tannins, Ethanol, methanol, Mineral astringents (Al and Zn salts).

3. Demulcents

Agents that form soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and
inflammation of membrane. OR Mucoprotective agents. E.g.; Gum acacia, Gum
tragacanth, Glycyrrhiza, Methyl cellulose, Glycerin, Propylene glycol.

Q. Enlist the following:

1. Demelanizing agents

Hydroquinone, Mequinol, Monobenzone, Azelaic acid, Glycolic acid, Kojic acid, Lactic acid,
Tretinoin.

2. Trichogenic agents

Minoxidil, Bimatoprost, Finasteride.

3. Keratolytic agents

Salicylic acid, Urea, Propylene glycol, Podophyllum resin, Fluorouracil, Ingenol mebutate.

4. Anti-seborrheic agents

Selenium sulfide, Zinc pyrithione, Corticosteroids, Ketoconazole, Coal tar, Sulphur,


Resorcinol, Salicylic acid
Q. Enlist Ectoparasiticides.

1. Permethrin
2. Lindane (hexachlorocyclohexane)
3. Malathion
4. Ivermectin
5. Crotamiton
6. Sulfur
7. Benzyl alcohol
8. Spinosad

Q. Name the antidotes for overdosage of the following drugs:

DRUGS ANTIDOTES

Acetaminophen N-acetylcysteine

β-blockers Glucagon

Benzodiazepines Flumazenil

Heparin Protamine sulfate

Iron salts Deferoxamine, Deferasirox

Opioids Naloxone, Naltrexone

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