Drugs list Block 10

Question 1

Doxazosin

Answer 1

alpha blocker
Inhibits vasoconstriction and effects of adrenaline and noradrenaline
Used in hypertension and BPH

Question 2

Acetazolamide

Answer 2

Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor in proximal tubule- reduces H ions available so more NA and K are excreted

Question 3

Cisplatin

Answer 3

Cell cycle non specific

Alkylating agent chemotherapy

Question 4

Methotrexate

Answer 4

Inhibits folic acid reductase which converts folic acid to tetrahydrofolic acid needed for DNA synthesis
Treats RA at low doses
Treats cancer at high doses