anti-gout, do not take with grapefruit juice or alcohol, caution in liver impairment
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Name 5 risk factors for osteoporosis.
Alcohol, tobacco, family hx, bone fx during adult, inactive, low ca and vit d, low BMI, Malabsorption disorders, men over 60, postmeno women, long-term corticos
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What causes gout?
hyperuricemia
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Explain allopurinol use.
reduces serum uric acid levels, caution in renal and hepatic impairment, take after meals to ensure absorption
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What are the roles of osteoclasts and osteoblasts?
Osteoclasts (clear) dissolve bone and clear away old bone. Osteoblasts (build) are cells that form new bone.
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Name 3 osteoarthritis risk factors.
Older age, female, obesity, laborious occupations, excessive sports, history of joint injuries, genetic predisposition
What are the administration instructions for alendronate (Fosamax)?
1 oral dose once weekly; take with full glass of water (not juice or coffee) at least 30 mins prior to breakfast/other drugs; remain upright 30 min after