Antihistaminics Flashcards
1
Q
cyproheptadine
A
antihistaminic with serotonergig blocking property
USE
1.appetite stimulant
- to treat anorgasmy due to SSRI
- serotonin syn
2
Q
why epinephrine is used in sys anaphylaxis and not antihistaminic?
A
reverse the effect
antihistaminic cant reverse the effect of already acted histamine.
3
Q
name some ophthamic antihistaminic
A
olopatadine
ketotifen
azelastine
4
Q
which antihistaminics can be given to patients working in jobs requiring wakefullness
A
- loratadine(best)
- fexofenadine
- desloratadine