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08.18 - Pharmacotherapy of Asthma, COPD (Malik) - Questions Flashcards

1
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Toxicities of Cromolyns

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No systemic tox; Irritation of Trachea

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Interaction between Glucocorticoids and B2-agonists

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Glucocorticoids increase transcription of B2AR’s

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Omalizumab

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Anti-IgE mAb

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3
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Anti-cholinergics

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Atropine, Ipratropium

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Leukotriene Receptor Blockers

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Monteleukast, Zafirlukast

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4
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Anti-IgE mAb

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Omalizumab

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Zileuton inhibits __ formation by blocking __-

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Leukotriene formation, FLAP

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Systemic effects of Ipratropium

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No significant

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2 Notable adverse effects of Monteleukast

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Laryngitis/Pharyngitis; Viral infections

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6
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Main effect of Beta agonists

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Incr levels of cAMP

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Action of cAMP in B2 agonist effects

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Stimulates EPAC –> Decr Prolifer; Stim PKA –> Inhibit MLCK –> Relaxation

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7
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Interaction between Zileuton and Theophylline

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CYP1A2

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2 ways in which Glucocorticoids decrease inflammatory gene translation

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Decrease transcription thru CBP; Destabilize mRNA thru TTP

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2 main actions of Cromolyn Sodium

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Inhibit mast cell degranulation; Reduce bronchial hyperactivity

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Beta-2-specific: Slow onset, long-acting

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Salmeterol, Formoterol (use with steroids)

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Glucocorticoid with best pharmacokinetics and -dynamics

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Ciclesonide

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12
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When is Theophylline used?

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Adjuvant to beta-2 agonist and anti-muscarinic

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12
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Theophylline serum levesl 5-10 can cause

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nervousness and insomnia

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12
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Zafirlukast and Monteleukast specifically antagonize ___

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LTD4 receptors

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13
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Ligand for beta2 receptors in lung

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Epinephrine

14
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AA is metabolized by __

15
Q

Which GC has lowest oropharyngeal candidiasis

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Ciclosenide

16
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Interaction between Anti-muscarinics and B2-agonist

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Anti-muscarinics enhance b2-mediated bronchodilation

17
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Leukotriene Synthesis Inhibitor

19
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G protein that mediates good B2 agonist effects

20
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Response to corticosteroids in Asthma vs COPD

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Good in Asthma, Poor in COPD

21
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T/F: Beta-adrinergic receptors in lungs can be de-sensitized

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False, only in heart

22
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2 notable adverse effects of prolonged Oral Corticosteroids

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Glucose intolerance; Incr BP and weight

23
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If you have to use beta-blocker in airway disease, use

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beta1-selective

25
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Adverse effects of Anti-muscarinics

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Pupillary dilation and cycloplegia

26
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LABA’s

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Salmeterol, Formeterol (use with steroids)

27
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3 notable features of Cushingoid Syndrome

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Muscle weakness; Ruddy complexion; High BP

29
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Where is highest density of beta2-adrenergic receptors

30
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2 Notable adverse effects of Zafirlukast

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Liver enzymes elevated; GIT disturbances

32
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2 main actions of Theophylline

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Inhibits PDE; Inhibits Adenosine

33
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LABA’s are only used

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In combo with inhaled steroids

34
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Selectivity of Isoproterenol

35
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Notable adverse effect of Zileuton

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Liver enzymes elevated

37
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Selectivity of Ephedrine

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B1 and B2 and some Alpha

38
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AA is metabolized by 5-LO, but ___ is what is inhibited by Zileutin

39
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Why not use ACEi’s in airway disease

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Increased levels of Bradykinin, which causes PGE2-mediated sensitization of nerve endings (cough)

40
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What combined tx is indicated for COPD

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Anti-muscarinic + beta2 agonist

42
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3 Minor effects of Beta agonists

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Inhibit mast cell degran; Inhibit microvascular perm; Promote mucociliary transport

43
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LTB4 is a ___ chemoattractant

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Neutrophil

44
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GC action that suppresses TH2 cell cytokine synthesis

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Competes with GATA-3, which is TF for IL-4, -5, and -13

46
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2 Notable Adverse Effects of Omalizumab

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Serious Allergic Reactions; CV complications

47
Q

Methylxanthines

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Aminophylline, Theophylline

48
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3 main Adverse Effects of B2 agonists

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Incr HR and Arrythmias; PaCO2 may decrease; CNS toxicities

49
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G protein that mediates inflammatory B2 agonist effects

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