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Question 1

How often is methotrexate taken?

Answer 1

Once a week

Question 2

Which medication can cause tendonitis (achilles tendonitis)?

Answer 2

Ciprofloxacin (Quinolones)

Question 3

List 4 drugs that cause hypokalaemia.

Answer 3

• Loop diuretics (furosemide, bumetanide)
• Thiazides
• Steroids
• Salbutamol

Question 4

List 4 drugs that cause hyperkalaemia.

Answer 4

• K+ sparing diuretics (spironolactone, eplerone, amiloride, triamterene)
• ACE inhibitors (lisinopril)
• ARBs (losartan, candesartan)
• Unfractioned heparin/LMWH
• Blood transfusion

Question 5

List 4 drugs that cause hyponatraemia.

Answer 5

• SSRIs (sertraline, citalopram, fluoxetine)
• TCAs (amitriptyline)
• Carbamazepine
• Opiates
• PPIs (omeprazole, lansoprazole)

Question 6

List 2 drugs that cause hypernatraemia.

Answer 6

• Lithium
• Demeclocycline

Question 7

If a BM is >15 what type of insulin is given and how much?

Answer 7

Insulin aspart (Novorapid) 2-4 units

Question 8

What is the treatment for hypocalcaemia?

Answer 8

calcium gluconate 10%, 10-20ml over 10 mins

Question 9

What is the treatment for hyperkalaemia

Answer 9

calcium gluconate 10%, 30ml over 10 mins