Ch. 30 MOA

Question 1

Stimulates the release of cortisol from the adrenal cortex. Produces anti-inflammatory and anti-diuretic effects (renal retention of Na+)

Answer 1

cosyntropin

Question 2

Stimulate skeletal growth in PTs with deficient GH, such as hypopituitary dwarfish.

Answer 2

somatropin

somatrem

Question 3

Decreases the secretion of GH and Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP). VIP causes profuse, watery diarrhea, flushing, and potentially life-threatning hypotension that may occur with carcinoid crisis.

Answer 3

ocrteotide

Question 4

Also known as ADH, this drug is a powerful vasoconstrictor used for Tx of diabetes insipidus, hypotensive emergencies, G I bleeding, and pulseless cardiac arrest.

Answer 4

vasopressin

Question 5

Used to Tx diabetes insipidus, dose-dependent Tx of blood disorders, and nocturnal enuresis.

Answer 5

desmopressin