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1
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*disclaimer: i haven’t looked at pharm so I don’t actually know if any of these drugs are in the pharm tables but I’m assuming they are

A

but I know wall just loves to put pharm on clin med exams!

2
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what are the instructions for taking the bisphosphonate Fosomax?

A

take 30min before AM meal with 8oz water and remain upright 30min to prevent esophagitis

3
Q

which drug class can cause a side effect of “acute phase syndrome” within 1-2 weeks

A

bisphosphonates

4
Q

which drug class may increase the risk of unusual “chalkstick” femur fx?

A

bisphosphonates

5
Q

which treatment is given for women with premature menopause and is given short-term?

A

estrogen

6
Q

which drug arrests bone loss?

A

Vit D + Ca

7
Q

which drug has a T1/2 of 10 years, so can only be prescribed for 5 years?

A

bisphosphonates

8
Q

what drug class does Evista belong to?

A

SERMS

9
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what drug is given to people who can’t tolerate other drugs?

A

denosumab

10
Q

which drug class is less effective than estrogen but has decreased risks of endometrial and breast cancer?

A

SERMS

11
Q

What drug has paradoxical effects when given intermittently and actually leads to new bone formation?

A

PTH analogues (e.g. teriparatide)

12
Q

what drug is a nasal spray?

A

calcitonin

13
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with which drug class is dental care important?

A

bisphosphonates

14
Q

what drug accelerates bone Ca absorption and increases bone strength?

A

calcitonin