Drugs & Receptors Flashcards
1
Q
Drugs bind to receptors which target ion channels causing
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them to open or close
2
Q
Beta blockers and Antihistamines bind to
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receptors
3
Q
Local anaesthetics bind to
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ion channels
4
Q
Steroids
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bind to DNA
5
Q
Aspirin & Viagra bind to
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enzymes
6
Q
Agonists mimic body chemicals and bind to
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receptors causing a response
7
Q
Antagonists cause reversible or irreversible reactions and bind to
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receptors stopping agonists from producing a response
8
Q
Potency is
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how much of a drug is needed to produce a response
9
Q
Cellular responses to drugs, muscle, glands, nerve/muscles and nerves
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contract, secrete, excite, inhibit
