Antihistaminics Flashcards

1
Q

cyproheptadine

A

antihistaminic with serotonergig blocking property

USE
1.appetite stimulant

  1. to treat anorgasmy due to SSRI
  2. serotonin syn
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2
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why epinephrine is used in sys anaphylaxis and not antihistaminic?

A

reverse the effect

antihistaminic cant reverse the effect of already acted histamine.

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3
Q

name some ophthamic antihistaminic

A

olopatadine
ketotifen
azelastine

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4
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which antihistaminics can be given to patients working in jobs requiring wakefullness

A
  1. loratadine(best)
  2. fexofenadine
  3. desloratadine
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