8 Adrenergic agonists (Adverse effects)

Question 1

Catecholamines

Answer 1

• Excessive vasoconstriction leading to tissue necrosis and ischemia
• Excessive doses->Reduce blood flow to vital organs (ex.kidneys) or cause excessive cardiac stimulation and arrhythmia
• beta-adrenergic agonists can cause hyperglycemia secondary to glycogenolysis

Question 2

Midodrine

Answer 2

Hypertension when persons are supine

Question 3

Albuterol, salmeterol and terbutaline

Answer 3

Tachycardia, muscle tremor and nervousness

Question 4

First group imidazole drug

Answer 4

• Rebound congestion

- CNS and cardiovascular depression

Question 5

Mirabegron

Answer 5

Angioedema and increased BP

Question 6

Mixed-acting adrenergic agonists

Answer 6

Tachycardia, increased BP, urinary retention, CNS stimulation and insomnia