High Yield - Pharm Flashcards
Where are alpha-1 receptors found and what is their function?
Vascular smooth muscle. Vasoconstriction.
If alpha-1 receptors are blocked, what would be the result?
Vasodilation. Decrease in blood pressure.
Where are beta-1 receptors found and what is their function?
Heart. Increase heart rate and contractility.
If beta-1 receptors are blocked what would be the result?
Decreased heart rate. Decreased blood pressure.
Where are beta-2 receptors found, what is their function?
Skeletal muscle and bronchial smooth muscle. Vasodilation and bronchodilation.
What is the result of epinephrine on the various receptors?
a1 - vasoconstriction
a2 - complicated
b1 - increased heart rate/CO
b2 - bronchodilation
What is the target receptor of hemostatic agents in retraction cord?
A1 - vasoconstriction
Amphetamines lead to release of what chemicals in brain?
norepinephrine
What are the active agents in Ritalin and Adderral?
Ritalin = methylphenidate Adderral = Amphetamine
________ exerts its effects through dopamine uptake blockade of central adrenergic neurons (norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor).
Ritalin (methylphenidate)
_______ exerts its effects by increasing catecholamine NE, serotonin, dopamine release as its primary action.
Adderral (amphetamine)
T/F: Nervous patients should continue taking amphetamines.
False
ADHD is most common in what gender?
Boys
Vascular smooth muscle relaxation is caused by what types of drugs?
Alpha 1 blockers.
- zosin.
ex. prazosin
Corticosteroids?
Variety of anti-inflammatory affects. -isone Pred- -olone -onide
ex. Fluticasone, Prednisone
Barbituates?
Sedatives, CNS depressants.
- bital
ex. butalbital
What types of drugs end in -dazole?
Antibiotics
Calcium channel blockers?
Reduce CO and cause vasodilation.
- dipine
- Verapamil, Diltiazem
What are the two main classes of Calcium channel blockers?
Dihydropyridines: end in -dipine
Non-dihydropyridines: Verapamil, Diltiazem
Bisphosphonates?
Prevent loss of bone density, treat osteoporosis. Reduce osteoclast activity.
- dronate
ex. Alendronate
Which types of bisphosphonates put patients at risk for osteonecrosis of the jaw?
IV bisphosphonates often used in cancer treatment.
ex. Denosumab, teriparatide, abaloparatide
Proton pump inhibitor (PPI)?
Treat GERD.
- eprazole
ex. Omeprazole
Antihistamines?
Block histamine receptors, treat allergies and nasal congestion.
- iramine
- tadine
ex. pheniramine, loratadine
Which histamine receptor is found in the nose and often the target of OTC antihistamines?
H1
Beta blockers?
Block Beta1 receptor, decrease CO, lower BP.
- olol
ex. atenolol, propanolol
ACE inhibitors?
Block conversion of angiotensin 1 -> angiotensin 2, lower CO, lower BP.
- pril
ex. lisinopril
What are the effects of ACE inhibitors?
Vasodilation, reduced CO, increase in Bradykinin
Angiotensin II receptor blockers?
Do not allow Angiotensin II to bind to receptors, lower CO, lower BP.
- sartan.
ex. losartan
T/F: ACE inhibitors and Angiotensin II receptor blockers are among the first line of defense for hypertensive patients.
True
ARBs may have less adverse side effects
Loop diuretics?
Treat hypertension in pts with reduced kidney function.
- semide
ex. furosemide, bumetanide
Which part of the kidney do loop diuretics act on?
ascending limb of the loop of Henle
Beta agonists?
Cause bronchodilation.
- terol
ex. albuterol
T/F: Most beta agonists that end in -terol are selective for the beta2 receptor.
True
Except prenalterol and xamoterol
Thiazide diuretics?
Treat hypertension.
- thiazide
ex. chlorothiazide
Benzodiazepines?
Enhance effect of GABA, treat seizures, anxiety, good for sedation.
- zepam
- zolam
ex. diazepam, midazolam
Alpha blockers?
Block A1 receptor leading to vasodilation.
- zosin
ex. prazosin
_______ is a negative side effect of amphetamines.
Insomnia
T/F: Terazosin would lead to vasoconstriction in the gingiva.
False
-zosin = A1 blocker. Would vasodilate.
What would be the ultimate result of taking epinephrine and propanolol?
Propanolol = beta blocker. Epinephrine would only act on A1 -> increased BP. Feedback loop would lower heart rate as a result.
Increase BP, lower HR
T/F: Nitroglyceride, Ca channel blockers, and propranolol are all used to treat angina.
True
T/F: Sympathomimetic drugs should be avoided in patients taking propanolol.
True
Epinephrine in combo with beta-blockers can have adverse effects
What types of drugs will reverse effects of epinephrine?
Alpha blockers
ex. phenoxybenzamine
T/F: Cholinergic drugs mimic the parasympathetic system.
True
Cholinergic = parasympathetic (salivation, urination, vasodilation, bradycardia, miosis, bronchoconstriction)
Adrenergic = sympathetic
Salivary secretion _______ with cholinergic drugs such as Pilocarpine and Neostigmine.
increases
T/F: Scopolamine and atropine are anticholinergic drugs.
True
Can be used for motion sickness
T/F: Antihistamines are used for motion sickness.
True
Neostigmine, physostigmine, and pilocarpine are all _______.
cholinergic drugs
Atropine, scopolamine, Belladonna alkaloids and glycopyrrolate are ________.
anticholinergic drugs
T/F: Anticholinergics are contraindicated in patients with glaucoma.
True
______ is a term for the constriction of pupils. Which types of drugs cause this?
Miosis; opioids, cholinergics
_______ is a term for dilation of pupils. Which types of drugs cause this?
Mydriasis; amphetamines, anticholinergics, serotonergics
How is an adrenergic signal terminated?
MAO degrades NE
What is the mechanism of levodopa to treat Parkinson’s?
Replenishes deficiency of dopamine
Why must you take carbidopa with levodopa?
Prevents breakdown of levodopa befor crossing blood brain barrier
What causes Parkinson’s disease?
Dopamine deficiency
What is a therapeutic index?
Lethal dose/effective dose.
High = safe
What is the bioavailability of a drug?
Amount available in blood
What is the most important factor in drug dosing?
Potency
Two drugs are similar in everything except they have different affinities for the receptor. How are they the same?
Same efficacy, different potency
Three carpules of local anesthetic X are required to obtain adequate local anesthesia. Five carpules of local anesthetic Y are required to achieve the same level of anesthesia. Drug X is more _____ than drug Y.
potent
Which benzodiazepine is often used for anxiety disorders?
Xanax = alprazolam
How do benzodiazepines effect GABA receptors?
Increase frequency of chloride channel opening
T/F: Long acting benzos (diazepam) are contraindicated in elderly patients.
True
Which is the best benzo for IV sedation?
Midazolam
Has amnesia effect
Which benzos are not metabolized in the liver?
Lorazepam
Oxazepam
Temazepam
Which drug reverses benzo action?
Flumazenil
T/F: Benzos are indicated in pregnant women.
False
How does the body metabolize most short acting barbiturates?
Oxidation in liver