Antihistamines Flashcards
1
Q
antihistamines do not inhibit the production of what
A
prostaglandins or other inflammatory mediators
2
Q
antihistamines displace histamine from _______ ______
A
receptor sites
3
Q
what kind of cell makes histamine
A
mast cells
4
Q
three types of histamine receptors
A
H1
H2
GI
5
Q
8 uses for antihistamines
A
Allergies (atopy)
Pruritis
Urticaria (hives)
angioedema (swelling from fluid build up)
Motion sickness
Reverse sneeze
Anaphylactic shock
Upper airway disease
Gastric reflux
6
Q
H2 blockers are examples of
A
antacid drugs
7
Q
H1 blockers are typical what
A
antihistamines
