Adrenergic Agonists Flashcards
What are the agonists & what receptor does it act on?
1
Q
Prolong local anaesthetic
A
Adrenaline α1
Vasoconstriction
prevents loss of LA
2
Q
Anti-obesity development
A
BRL37344 β3
3
Q
Overactive bladder
A
Mirabegion β3
Relax detrusor muscle
4
Q
Premature labour
A
Salbutamol β2
Relax myometrium
5
Q
Nasal decongestant
A
Phenylepherine α1
Vasoconstriction
6
Q
Inhalers
A
Salbutamol β2
Relax airway smooth muscle
Bronchodilation
7
Q
Cardiac stimulant
A
Adrenaline β1/ dobutamine β1
Increase heart rate and contractility
8
Q
Acute anaphylaxis
e.g. bee sting, nut allergy
A
Adrenaline α1 /β2
Increase heart rate / contractility
Contract blood vessels
Increase BP