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