Propylthiouracil (PTU) Nursing Considerations
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Download the cheat: https://bit.ly/50-meds View the lesson: Generic Name propylthiouracil Trade Name PTU Indication hyperthyroidism Action inhibits thyroid hormones Therapeutic Class Antithyroid Agent Pharmacologic Class none Nursing Considerations • hepatotoxicity, nausea, vomiting, agranulocytosis • monitor symptoms of hyperthyroidism • monitor for hypothyroidism • monitor WBC and liver function tests • weight patient frequently • may cause leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, jaundice • take with meals
Propylthiouracil (PTU) Nursing Considerations