Adrenergic Medications

Question 1

Alpha 2 Agonists MOA

Answer 1

Produce inhibitory effects on the adrenergic receptors by vasodilating vessels

Question 2

Methyldopa does what?

Answer 2

Lowers BP

Question 3

Clonidine does what?

Answer 3

Lowers BP/helps with ADHD

Question 4

Alpha 2 Agonists on the CNS

Answer 4

Inhibit sympathetic activity (sympatholytic)
Vasodilation
Can reduce the release of Epi and Norepi

Question 5

-osin is the suffix for?

Answer 5

Alpha 1 Antagonists

Question 6

Alpha 1 Antagonist S/E

Answer 6

Dizziness, HA, Ortho hypo, reflexive tachy, ED, weakness, first dose effect*** (leading to Ortho hypo)

Question 7

Alpha 1 Antagonist Indications

Answer 7

Blocking alpha receptors! Decreasing effect of alpha receptor activation

Question 8

Mechanism of Action of Beta (Blockers) Antagonists

Answer 8

Bind to Beta 1 and inhibit Epi and Norepi on site causing

1. Decreased inotropy & chronotropy (squeeze of heart and rate
2. Increased relaxation (Increased filling)

Question 9

-olol is the suffix for what medication?

Answer 9

Beta (Blockers) Antagonists

Question 10

Generations of Beta Blockers

Answer 10

Gen 1: Nonselective
Gen 2: Cardioselective
Gen 3: Beta Blockers with vasodialating Effects (think lungs)

Question 11

Beta 1 Blocker S/E

Answer 11

Bradycardia
Decreased CO (slow titration)
AV Heart Block
Rebound HYPERtension/tachycardia

Question 12

Beta 2 Blocker S/E

Answer 12

Bronchoconstriction
Hypyglycemia
Bradycardia

Question 13

Beta 1 & 2 Blockers in S/E in neonates

Answer 13

Resp distress
Hypoglycemia
Monitor closely for 3-5 days

Question 14

Therapeutic Use of Beta Blockers

Answer 14

Angina, MI/Post Mi, HTN, Arrhtmias, HF, Migraine prevention, Anxiety/Stage fright, Pheochromocytoma, Glaucoma