Drug Side Effects (Respiratory)

Question 1

B2-agonists.

Answer 1

Fine tremor, hypotension, tachycardia.

Question 2

CysLT Receptor Antagonists.

Answer 2

Generally well tolerated, abdominal pain, headaches.

Question 3

Xanthines.

Answer 3

N+V, abdominal discomfort, headache, convulsions, arrhythmias.

Question 4

Glucocorticoids.

Answer 4

Oropharyngeal candidiasis (oral thrush), dysphonia (hoarse voice), adrenal suppression, cushingoid symptoms, weight gain, immunosupression, osteoporosis, diabetes mellitus.

Question 5

Cromones.

Answer 5

Local irritation, paradoxical bronchospasm.

Question 6

Monoclonal antibodies to IgE.

Answer 6

Abdominal pain, hypersensitivity reactions.

Question 7

SAMAs and LAMAs.

Answer 7

Dry mouth, dizziness, taste disturbance, constipation, angle-closure, glaucoma.

Question 8

H1 receptor antagonists.

Answer 8

Drowsiness, dry mouth, urinary retention, GI disturbances.

Question 9

Nasal decongestants.

Answer 9

Rhinitis medicamentosa (rebound congestion).