Pharmacology NURS-615 100% VERIFIED

Pharmacology NURS-615 How does carbamazepine work? Works by decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain How often should carbamazepine lab values be monitored? What labs? CBC q 3-4 months What anti-seizure med auto induces metabolism? Carbamazepine What medication decreases the production of RBCs, WBCs, and platelets? Carbamazepine What is carbamazepine half-life? Single dose: 30 hours Multiple dose: 15 hours What is a great risk of seizure potential while taking anti-seizure medications? Stopping the medication abruptly. What type of medication is topiramate (Topamax)? Anti-seizure med What does topiramate cause? Electrolyte imbalance -- hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis What are adverse effects of topiramate? Weight loss, high temperature, and inability to sweat What medication affects Lamictal? OCPs decrease the effects of this drug, so the dose must be doubled Can valproate (Depakote) be used during pregnancy? It is a known teratogen. If needed, must be used after 1st trimester. What must be ruled out in patients before starting an anti-depressant? hypothyroidism