Integrated PBL drugs Flashcards
1
Q
What is the MOA of aclidinum (what condition does it target)
A
Long acting, inhaled muscarinic antagonist. It is absorbed from the lung into the bloodstream and reaches the highest blood plasma concentration after 10-15 minutes. It prevents ACh
from contracting smooth muscle (especially in the bronchi)
Used for COPD
2
Q
What is the MOA of formoterol and what is it used for
A
Used in COPD
Long acting beta 2 agonist. Acts as a bronchodilator
3
Q
Which of the drugs mentioned is a DPP4-inhibitor, what effect does this have?
A
Sitagliptin (100mg)
Prevents the breakdown of GLP-1 and GIP which promotes insulin and inhibits glucagon
