QuestionSBA
QuestionChoice
Some immunosuppressive drugs can be used to treat MG, but this is not first-line.
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d
Azathioprine
QuestionChoice
Corticosteroids may be used in the treatment of MG, but are not typically first-line.
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b
Prednisolone
QuestionChoice
This monoclonal antibody targets CD20 on B cells. It may be used to treat MG, but is not first-line.
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e
Rituximab
QuestionChoice
Acetylcholine esterase (AChE) inhibitors are usually the first-line treatment. MG is caused by a reduction in nicotinic receptors, which use acetylcholine (ACh) as the ligand to activate them. AChE breaks down acetylcholine (ACh). Treatment aims to increase ACh in the synapse, which can be done using pyridostigmine (a AChE).
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a
Pyridostigmine
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This treats malignant hyperthermia, which is caused by a reaction to some inhaled anaesthetics.
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c
Dantroline sodium
Concept
Chapter
2693
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Myasthenia Gravis
Topic
158
Immunology
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Which of the following medications is typically used first-line in myasthenia gravis (MG)?
a