Contraindications Flashcards
1
Q
Antimalarials absolute contraindication
A
Hypersensitivity is the only absolute contraindication
2
Q
Rifampin is contraindicated in pregnancy
A
T
3
Q
PUVA absolute and relative CI
A
Absolute Pemphigus and pemphigoid LE xeroderma pigmentosum Idiosyncratic rxn to psoralen lactation
Relative pregnancy Photosensitising meds and sensitivity Hx exposure to ionizing radiation or arsenic Hx or fam hx melanoma Hx skin ca Severe cardiac liver or renal dz Very young age
4
Q
Cyclophosphamide CI
A
Absolute Drug allergy Depressed bone marrow function Lactation Pregnancy Previous hx of bladder ca
Relative
Active infections
Impaired renal function
Seizure disorder
5
Q
Pregnancy is contraindicated in use of anti metabolites
A
False
