Mnemonics

Hepatic necrosis: drugs causing focal to massive necrosis
“Very Angry Hepatocytes”:
Valproic acid
Acetaminophen
Halothane
Adrenoceptors: vasomotor function of alpha vs. beta
ABCD:
Alpha = Constrict.
Beta = Dilate.
Amiodarone: action, side effects
6 P’s:
Prolongs action potential duration
Photosensitivity
Pigmentation of skin
Peripheral neuropathy
Pulmonary alveolitis and fibrosis
Peripheral conversion of T4 to T3 is inhibited -> hypothyroidism
Antiarrhythmics: class III members
BIAS:
Bretylium
Ibutilide
Amiodarone
Sotalol
By Dr. Ahmad Najmi,Asst. prof., Index Medical College, Indore