Drug class main effects Flashcards
1
Q
Cromolyn Sodium
A
- inhibit release of histamines
- prophylactic
2
Q
H1 Antihistamines
A
- allergic rhinitis
- allergic dermatitis (urticaria)
- allergic conjuctivitis
-NOT ASTHMA
3
Q
Anticholinergic Agents
A
-prevent bronchospasm induced by ACH
4
Q
B-Adrenergic Agonists
A
- bronchodilator
- inhibit release of autocoids from mast cells
- drug of choice in life-threatening anaphylaxis/asthma
5
Q
Methylxanthines
A
- bronchodilation
- may inhibit release of mediators from mast cells
- inhibition of phosphodiesterase
6
Q
Corticosteroids
A
- anti-inflammatory
- inhibit synthesis or release of autocoids
- prophylactic
7
Q
Leukotriene Modulators
A
-effective in pts w/ aspirin sensitive asthma
8
Q
Immunosuppresives
A
-treatment of severe asthma
