05.2 Antivirals Flashcards
1
Q
What are the influenza classes and which is the most severe?
A
A - worst (bird/swine flu)
B
C
2
Q
Give some examples of M2 ion channel blockers
A
Amantadine
Rimantidine
3
Q
What is the mechanism of action of M2 ion channel blockers?
A
Blocks viral M2 channel
Prevents H+ entering virus
Stops the virus’ coat from breaking down
4
Q
What are sine ADRs of M2 ion channel blockers?
A
Confusion Inzomnia Hallucination Dizziness Hypotension
5
Q
What are some examples of neuraminadase inhibitors?
A
Zanamivir
Oseltamivir
6
Q
What is the mechanism of action of neuraminadase inhibitors?
A
Neuramidase helps newly formed viruses to be released from a cell after exocytosis
Inhibiting this stops other cells from being infected
