diphenhydramine ( antitussive) nonopioid

Question 1

pharmacological action of diphenhydramine

Answer 1

allergies-blocks histamine H1 receptor which helps reduce sneezing; itching; runny nose; cough

cough– suppresses cough through its action on the CNS

Question 2

what pharmacological class is diphenhydramine in

Answer 2

antitussive (non-opioid)

Question 3

therapeutic use of diphenhydramine

Answer 3

allergic reaction; cough suppressant

Question 4

complications of diphenhydramine

Answer 4

mild nausea; dizziness; sedation;
potential abuse of medication —-can cause euphoria in high doses

Question 5

safety for diphenhydramine is not established for

Answer 5

pregnant patients

Question 6

contraindications of diphenhydramine

Answer 6

lactating patients
safety not established for pregnant patients

Question 7

which drugs should not be taken with diphenhydramine

Answer 7

MAOI antidepressants

Question 8

why shouldn’t diphenhydramine be taken with MAOI antidepressants

Answer 8

can cause high fever when used within 2 weeks of MAOI antidepressants

Question 9

some formulations of antitussive- non- opioids contain

Answer 9

some contain alcohol; sucrose

Question 10

available forms of antitussive (nonopioids) include

Answer 10

capsules; lozenges ( for clients older than 12 years); liquids; syrups

Question 11

how is effectiveness of diphenhydramine ( antitussive nonopioid) evaluated

Answer 11

absence or decreased episodes of coughing; allergic reaction