Ear
This is used to remove cerumen from an auditory canal.
Emulsifiers/emollients
Hydrogen peroxide, mineral oil, liquid docusate
What is a side effect of nasal steroid use?
Oral/nasal candidiasis
When do you use a powder versus an ointment?
The powder is used for perspiring (Moist) areas
The ointment is used for dry areas
Which antiviral agent can be used IV?
Acyclovir
Which medications are the nucleic acid analogs? They block cellular division or viral replication by impairment DNA/RNA synthesis
Acylcovir, Famcyclovir, Valacyclovir
This antibiotic is exclusively used in tympanic membrane perforation.
What is fluoroquinolones?
Which type of antihistamine produces more paradoxical CNS side effects?
First-generation H1 blockers:
Central features of paradoxical reactions are emotional lability, agitation, excessive movement, and confusion. also may include tachycardia, hypertension, and tachypnea.
Does an occlusion increase/decrease absorption of medications?
Increase
Name a side effect of the use of silver sulfadiazine for burns.
Skin discoloration. Not recommended for face.
Name the endonuclease inhibitor. When should it be used?
Baloxavir - treatment within 48 hours of onset of symptoms, only in >12 years old with resistance to neuraminidase inhibitors
Describe the proper patient education on the insertion of otic drops.
Warm solution with hands for 1-2 minutes
Pull earlobe up and back
Pump 4 times to ensure penetration
Remain in position for at least 1 minute
How long does it take for nasal steroids to have a full effect?
2 weeks
Name the commonly used low, medium, and high potency corticosteroids used in skin conditions.
Hydrocortisone
Trimicinalone
Betamethasone
Which psoriasis treatment is the most effective, with the least side effects?
Phototherapy
When should neuraminidase inhibitors be given for the best effect?
First 24 to 30 hours
Which medication, ophthalmic or otic, can also be used in the eye/ear?
Name the suffix intranasal antihistamine, anticholinergic, and sympathomimetic.
Azelastine
Ipatropium bromide
Oxymetazoline
Name a side effect of mild keratolytic effect.
Hyperpigmentation
Name the BBW for topical calcineurin inhibitors.
Not for individuals < 2 years old
Chance of malignancy
Which antiviral is pregnancy C?
Ostelamivir
Describe the mode of axtion of polymyxin B.
Increases cell wall permeability
Allow for leakage of intracellular contents
why avoid prolonged use of nasal spray oxymetazoline.
Can cause rebound congestion if used for more than 3 days
Name pregnancy X medications for Psoriasis treatments.
Tazarotene, Methotrexate, Acitretin
Which medications are the retinoids?
Tretinoin and Isotretinoin, Considered a teratogen, not advised for pregnancy
Name the neuraminidase inhibitors.
Which cannot be used in individuals with COPD/asthma?
Which is associated with SJS and erythema multiforme?
Zanamivir - not for COPD/asthma, or less than 5 years old
Peramivir - SJS/erythema multiforme
Ostelamivir