LIST B Flashcards

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B/1 CHOLINERGIC TRANSMISSION & ITS PRESYNAPTIC MODIFICATION

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  1. Extracellular Ca2+
  2. 4-aminopyridin (voltage
    dependent K+ channel
    inhibitor)
  3. Activation of presynaptic
    activator receptors (M1,
    Beta-2, AT1
  4. Inhibition of presynaptic
    inhibitor receptors (M2,
    alpha-2, D2, MOR)
  5. Alpha-latrotoxin
Presynaptic Inhibition:
1. Local anesthetics, tetrodotoxin (-VG Na)
2. Low EC. Ca2+ level, omega-conotoxin
3. vesamicol (VAT inhibitor)
4. botulinum toxin
5. Inhibition of presynaptic enhancer
receptors (M1,
beta-2, AT1)
6. Enhance the presynaptic ihibitory
receptors (M2,
alpha-2, D2, MOR)
7. hemicholinolytics (CHT inhibitors)
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B/2. ADRENERGIC TRANSMISSION & ITS PRESYNAPTIC MODIFICATION

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-Synthesis: Precursor substance - levodopa
-Release
1. Depolarization: 4-aminopyridine (Fampridine)
(K+ channel blocker)
2. Increased Ca2+ concentration
3. Latrotoxin - causes explosive
release of norepinephrine
4. Presynaptic receptors:
+ stimulatory pre synaptic Beta2R & AT1(heteroR)
- of inhibitory pre sy alpha2
autoreceptors (yohimbine, mianserin)

  1. Indirectly acting sympathomimetics
    (tyramine, ephedrine, amphetamine) -promote transmitter release

-Reuptake inhibitors
(cocaine, tricyclic antidepressants: amitryptyline, desipramine)

PRESYNAPTIC INHIBITION:

  1. Alpha-Methyltyrosine (methyrosine) ± blocks
    the tyrosine hydroxylase enzyme
  2. Reserpine ± prevents transmitter storage
  3. Tetrodotoxin, saxitoxin, local anaesthetics
    (blockade of voltage sensitive Na+ channels)
  4. omega-Conotoxin ± blocks
    calcium channels
    • Inhibitory presynaptic alpha2 autoreceptors (clonidine, methyldopa)
  5. Activation of presynaptic inhibitory
    heteroreceptors (M2, D2, H3, adenosine,
    neuropeptide Y, EP3 prostaglandine, Mu/kappa/lambda Opoid R
  6. Adrenergic neuron blockers (guanethidine,
    bretylium) - inhibit transmitter release
  7. 6-OH-dopamine -destroys the nerve
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B/3. CHOLINOMIMETICS

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Direct agonists:
-methacholine: M-selective
Diagnostical tests for bronchial reactivity

-carbachol: resistant to AchE
1. glaucoma. 2. surgery on eyes
3. atonic gut or bladder - ORAL, I.M, S.C.
D=0.5-2hr

-betanechol: M-selective agonist (increases IP3+DAG), resistant to AchE
(atonic gut or bladder eg after surgery/spinal
injury)
ORAL, IM , S.C (poor lipid solubility, DOESNT enter cns)
D=0.3-2hr
SE: cyclospasm, diarrhea, urination, vasodialation, reflex tachy, sweating
*M-R on most endothelial cells are NOT innervated; respond only to Direct-acting drugs

-pilocarpine(3): M-selective ( increases IP3+DAG)
(1. sjogren syndrome, 2. was used for glaucoma “miosis, cyclospasm”) 3. xerostomia
D=0.5-2hr
ORAL, IM , good lipid solubility , topical activity in eye
SE: similar to bethanechol but also VASOCONSTRICTION via ganglionic effect( +EPSP via M-R in ganglia)

ACh esterase blocker:
- edrophonium(4): inhibit AchE , amplifies endogenously released Ach
1. Reversal of Neuromuscular block caused by
non-depolarising agent
2. diagnosis of MG (tensilon test I.V, I.M)
Highly polar, used IV. D=5-10min
SE: increased parasym effect, nausea, vomit, diarrhea, urination

-donepezil, rivastigmine(3), galantamine: used in alzhiemers , lipid soluble
T1/2= 1.5-70 hrs
SE: nausea , vomit

-physostigmine(3): ;enter cns
1. Atropine poisoning (IV)
2. Acute glaucoma (topical)
lipid soluble
D=2-4hr
SE: parasymp effect but longer duration than edroph
+ seizures

-neostigmine(4): inhibits AchE+ direct nicotinic agonist action
1. Reverses Neuromuscular block,
2. treatment of MG
3,glaucoma
4. Stops muscle relaxant agent effects (I.V)
5.gut/bladder atonia (S.C, I.M, I.V)
polar, but orally active
D=2-4hr
SE: parasym effect, longer duration than edroph

-pyridostigmine: (4)
1. treatment of MG,
2.Gut atonia
3. stops muscle relaxant agent effects (I.V)
D=4-8hr, polar but orally active
SE: increased parasym effects, longer duration than neo

Pralidoxime= chemical antagonist of organo-p
regenerates P-enzyme
-organophosphate:
parathion: Irreversible AchE inhibitor
insecticide, highly lipid soluble D= days-weeks
SE: parasymp effect+ muscle paralysis, coma

Malathion: insecticide + scabicide (topical)
highly lipid soluble, but metabolised to inactive products in mammals and birds
D= days
SE: safer than parathion

Sarin, tabun: nerve gases, terrorist threat
highly lipid soluble, more rapid action
SE: rapidly lethal

Ecothiopate= rarely used in glaucoma

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B/4. MUSCARINIC-r BLOCKING DRUGS

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Tropeins:
*atropine(3) : competitive antagonist(Inverse ag) at ALL MR
-1. mydriatic & cycloplegic 2. antidote for cholinesterase-inhibitor toxicity 3.bradycardia
4. AVblock. 5. smooth.m spasm
lipid soluble, D=2-4 hr except in eye >72hrs
SE: sedation, hyperthermia, flushing, delerium

*scopolamine: antimotion sickness via transdermal patch (alters endolymph pro in cochlear-vestibular )

  • butyl-scopolamine(4) used in smooth m spasm
  • ipratropium
  • tiotropium
  • benztropine: somewhat M1 selective for treating resting tremor in parkinson

Non-tropeins:
- oxybutynin: oral, transdermal used for urinary urgency, incontinence

-solifenacine, darifenacine: modest M3R antagonist
1. urinary urgency, incontinence
2.hyper reactive bladder sy
D=12-24 hr , ORAL
se: excessive parasympatholytic effects

  • cyclopentolate: topical opthalmic use to produce mydriasis , cycloplegia (D=2-12hr)
  • tropicamide: D=0.5-4hr

-procyclidine(3) I.V, PARENTERAL used in parkinsons

-pirenzepine, telenzepine: M1 antagonist
1. peptic disease
ORAL,

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B/5. CATECHOLAMINES

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Epinephrine: +ino,chrono. , PARENTERAL, TOPICAL
IND: 1. Anaphylactic shock
2. emergency management of complete heart block, cardiac arrest
3.asthmatic
4.inhaled E treats croup
5. reduction of blood flow
SE: HTN, arrythmia, stroke, MI, pulmonary edema

norepinephrine(mainly alpha-1) - IV only
1. neurogenic/septic/cardiogenic shock
4.locally to reduce blood flow
SE: vasospasm, tissue necrosis, BP increase, arrhythmia, infarction

isoproterenol (isoprenaline): potent selective B-agonist
+ino/chrono
IND: bradycardia, AV block (I.V), acute asthma (nebulizer)

dopamine: D1, a1, a2, b1, b3 agonist, IV only
low dose: + D1 (vasodilation increases renal blood flow)
medium dose: +B1r
High dose: +a1 , loses selectivity, acts like epinephrin
IND: 1. cardiogenic shock esp w/renal shutdown
2. sometimes in HF
SE: tachy, tolerance, arrythmia, CV disturbance

dobutamine : selective beta-1 agonist
inotropy
IND: 1. cardiogenic shock
2. used in acute HF to increase CO
SE: tachy
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B/6. INDIRECT SYMPATHOMIMETICS

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-Release-inducing agents: displaces stored catecholamines from nerve endings

  • amphetamine, methamphetamine:
    (ADHD, narcolepsy, anorexiant loss of apetite)
    oral, parenteral. D=>4-6HR
    SE: addiction, paranoia, aggression, HTN, insomnia, seizure

*methylphenidate,
*tyramine: found in fermented food
(very high first pass metabolism, unless pts taking MAO-I
SE: HTN, stoke, MI, arrhythmia

*ephedrine: displacer + some direct activity 
(ORAL, D=4-6hr) less addictive 
1. sometimes for narcolepsy 
2. idiopathic postural hypotension
2. enuresis (CANNOT control urination)

-Reuptake inhibitors:
*cocaine: blocks NET,DAT
(local anasthetic w/ intrinsic hemostatic action)
Parenteral (topical, IV , local injection)
D=2hr
SE: addictive, HTN , arrythmia, seizure

  • TCA, atomoxetine, modafinil
  • MAO inhibitors: tranylcypromine, selegiline, moclobemide

-Alpha1 agonists: phenylephedrine( a1, a2)
decongestant, mydriatic , neurogenic hypotension
SE : rebound hyperemia, Ischemic change of mucosa
swallowing>systemic SE

-Alpha2 agonists:
clonidine: decreases SYM
treat htn
oral(d=2-3d), transdermal(d=1w)
se: sedation, severe rebound htn if suddenly stopped,
dry mouth, brady, orthostatic hypo, depression

Methyl-Dopa: HTN, HTN in pregnancy
oral, d=12-24hr
se=sedation, hemolytic ab

oxymetazoline: eye redness

Rilmenidine, moxonidin: imidazoline-derivative
treat HTN
binds selectively to I1-R (less affinity for a-2)
SE: sedation, dry mouth (less than clonidine)

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B/7. ALPHA ANTAGONISTS

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*Non-selective:
-phentolamine : competitive alpha-R antagonist (pheochromacytoma, antidote for alpha agonist overdose)
Oral, IV short T1/2 (duration=2-4hr)
SE: orthostatic hypotension, reflex tachy

-phenoxybenzamine, (irreversible covalent alpha antagonist) (pheochromocytoma, carcinoid, mastocytosis, Raynaud ph)
(Oral short T1/2 but long duration of action=24-48 hr)
SE: orthostatic hypo, reflex tachy, GI irritation

-tolazoline: vasodilator in peripheral vascular disease
-ergot alkaloids : agonist/ partial agonist / antagonist actions on several receptors
especially: alpha, 5-HT, D(bromocriptine, LSD)
- toxication in bread , ORAL
1. postpartum hemorrhage (ergometrine, ergotamine);
NEVER before delivery!
2. migraine therapy (ergotamine) D=10-12hr
SE: nausea , vomit, diarrhea , prolonged vasospasm,

*Alpha1-blockers: competitive a-1 antagonist
prazosin: ( BPH , HTN) oral, D=8hr
doxazosin,terazosin : longer D=12-24HR
tamsulosin, silodosin: selective a-1A blocker(in urinary tract) approved only for BPH
SE: orthostatic hypo(esp at first dose) little reflex tachy

*Alpha1-antagonist, weak alpha2-antagonist, weak 5-HT agonist, beta-antagonist: urapidil
antihypertensive crisis

*Alpha2-blockers: mirtazapin,
yohimbine: competitive a2 antagonist (OUTDATED for erectile dysfunction, research use only)
oral, parenteral
se: TACHY, GI upset

*Combined alpha/beta-blocker:
carvedilol (2 isomers) decreases mortality in HF
labetalol (4 isomers: 2 bind and block both alpha +beta)
-ORAL, IV. D=5hr
1. HTN 2, hypertensive emergency (IV)
SE: CNS sedation, lethargy, AV block, less danger of bronchospasm (beta blockade, asthmatics)

selective alpha1 receptor antagonists cause less tachycardia than the non-selective alpha blockers.

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B/8. BETA ANTAGONISTS

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Non-selective: competitive block of alpha-r

-propranolol: local anasthetic effect
(angina, arrhythmia, HTN, Thyrotoxicosis, tremor, migraine) ORAL, IV D=4-6HR readily enter to CNS

  • timolol : lacks local anasthetic, USED in glaucoma
  • pindolol: partial agonist, possibly safer in asthma
  • sotalol,
    -cavedilol, labetalol: HTN, Hypertensive emergency(IV)
    oral D=5HR

-Nadolol: like propranolol but longer D=24hr , less CNS effect

SE: excessive beta block> bronchospasm fatal in asthmatic, AV-BLOCK, CNS sedation, lethargy
sleep disturbance

Cardioselective: competitive beta 1 blocker
-Atenolol: HTN, angina, arrhythmia
oral D=6-9 hr ( SE like propranolol but less bronchospasm)

-acebutol, Bisoprolol, betaxolol,

  • metoprolol: like atenolol, oral, decreases mortality in HF
  • esmolol: IV for 1. perioperative and 2. thyroid storm arrhythmia 2. hypertensive emergency

-nebivolol(+NO): oral

Combined alpha1/beta-blocker: carvedilol, labetalol

BB w/ISA : acebutol , pindolol (less bradycardia, less lipid plasma abnormality)

beta1 selective blockers cause less
1. bronchoconstriction, 2. hypoglycaemia
and 3. peripheral circulatory problems.
beta 1 selectivity is never absolute!

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B/9. SPASMOLYTICS

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-Diazepam (benzodiazepine):
GABA-A agonist,
increases interneuron inhibition of primary motor aff in spinal cord
hepatic metabolism, D=12-24HR
IND: 1. chronic spasm due to cerebral palsy, stroke, spinal injury
3.acute spasm due to muscle injury
SE: CNS dep, tolerance, dependance

  • Baclofen, : GABA-b agonist
    pre and post-synaptic inhibition of motor output in spinal cord
    oral, intrathecal
    IND: severe spasticity, spasms due to cerebral palsy, Multiple sclerosis, stroke
    SE: sedation, weakness

-Botulinum toxin: inhibits SNAREs in presyn n terminal>flaccid paralysis
direct injection into muscle
D=2-3month
SE: upper/lower limb spasm due to cerebral palsy, MS
cervical dystonia
migraine
overactive bladder

-Dantrolene: RyR1 antagonist> blocks Ca release ch in SR of skeletal m> reduces actin-myosin interaction
I.V, ORAL
D=4-6hr
IND: Acute and chronic spasm (oral)
malignant hyperthermia(IV)
SE: muscle weakness

-Tizanidine: alpha-2 agonist in spinal cord
pre and post synaptic inhibition of reflex motor output in spinal cord
oral
renal and hepatic elimination
D=3-6hr
ind: acute and chronic vasospasm
SE: weak, sedation, hypotension

-Tolperisone: inhibition of muscle stretch reflex in spinal cord & brainstem> reduction of muscle reflexes
inhibits Na & Ca ch
oral
Hungarian development
IND: acute vasospasm due to muscle injury
SE: sedation, confusion, ocular effect,
anti-muscarinic effect

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B/10. SKELETAL MUSCLE RELAXANTS ACTING ON NMJ

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Non-depolarizing agents:
*competitive antagonist at skeletal m Ach nicotinic receptors (Nm)
*parenteral
indications:
1. prolonged relaxation for surgical pro
2.relaxation of respiratory m to facilitate mechanical ventilation in icu
3. Epileptic seizure not responding to anti-epileptics
4. intoxication with theophylline, amphetamine
SE: prolonged apnea(muscle weakness)

-(cis)atracurium,(less laudanosine)
intermediate action(25-45mins)
spontaneous metabolism

- mivacurium, ( withdrawn due to his release, metabolised by pseudocholinesterase)
short acting (10-15mins)

-pipecuronium:

-rocuronium(steroid): endotrach intubation (most rapid onset 60-120s)
intermediate action(25-45min)
hepatic metabolism 

-Pancuronium: SE: cardiac M-block
renal elimination

  • doxacurium( no effect on autonomic or histamine release)
    renal elimination

Depolarizing agents:
*agonist at skeletal m Ach nicotinic R(Nm)
*stimulate ANS ganglia nicotinic Ach R(Nn)
*+ cardiac M3R
phase 1: membrane dep> initial discharge produces transient contraction, followed by flaccid paralysis
note: transient contraction can be prevented w/ small dose of non-dep)

phase 2: membrane repolarises, but receptor is desensitized to Ach effects (Succinyl choline still bound to receptor)

succinylcholine (SUXAMETHONIUM)
parenteral, D=5mins
rapid metabolism by butyryl-cholinesterase or Pseudocholinesterase in liver +plasma
resistant to AchE

indications: 1. surgical procedures where brief duration is needed ( intubation, endoscopy, CT)
2. Epilepsy (rarely used)

SE: Hyperkalemia , muscle pain , malignant hyperthermia
transient increase intra-abdominal and intraocular P

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B/11. SELECTIVE BETA2-AGONISTS & OTHER BRONCHODILATORS (COPD & ASTHMA)

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Beta2-agonists(Gs):
*SABA: albuterol (salbutamol) , terbutaline(relax of pregnant uterus). fenoterol
D=2-6hr
- acute bronchospasm
-inhaled via aerosol canister, nebulizer, parenteral
SE: tachy, tremor

*LABA , salmeterol, formoterol
inhalation/ nebulizer/parenteral/oral
-slow onset, long action, D=12-24
-NOT useful in acute bronchospasm 
-USED only w/ CS for prophylaxis of asthma
OR (LABA+ Antimuscarinics) for COPD

Muscarinic antagonists(M3 Gq) for bronchodialation:
-good surface activity in airways
-bronchodialation in asthma+copd
-inhaled
-: Less likely to cause tachycardia and arrhythmias, less effective than Beta
SE: drying of oropharyngeal mucous mem
*SAMA: ipratropium( Asthma + COPD)
*LAMA: tiotropium,
newer LAMA :aclidinium, umeclidium ( available in combo with long-acting B2-R agonist, inhaled for COPD)

Methylxanthines:
*theophylline (inhibits adenosine-receptor(Gi); blocks bronchoconstriction, inhibit PDE which changes cAMP to AMP)
D=12hr
hepatic metabolism by cyp450

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B/12. ANTIINFLAMMATORY AGENTS, ANTITUSSIVE AGENTS & EXPECTORANTS (ASTHMA)

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Corticosteroids: reversible PLA2 inhibitor + reduces synthesis of COX, LOX
- Prednisolone( active metabolite of prednisone)
I.V for asthmatics
-Methylprednisolone,
-dexamethasone(oral)
-Budesonide(inhaled, D=10-12hr) SE: orophary candiasis
-Fluticasone(inhaled)

Leukotriene antagonists: montelukast, Zafirlukast
LTD4-R antagonist (prophylaxis of Asthma)
oral, duration=12-24hr
minimal SE

Anti-IgE antibody:
omalizumab
(prophylaxis of severe ASTHMA) binds IgE preventing them from binding to mast cells; inhibit degranulation (reduces rxn to inhaled Ag)
Parenteral , several courses of injections
- very expensive, long term toxicity not well documented

Antitussive agents:
-codeine: weak MOR agonist, inhibits NE, 5-HT transporter)
Acute dry cough
D=0.5-1hr , oral
SE: toxic in overdose, supress cough reflex

-butamirate: (non-opioid centrally-acting) oral
peripheral effects: bronchodialation,
suppress inflammation

-prenoxdiazine (peripherally-acting anti-tussive)

Mucoactive agents:

  • used in 1. Cystic fibrosis
    2. chronic bronchitis
    3. bronchiectasis (permanently damaged and widened bronchi)
  • acetylcysteine(mucolytic=loosens mucous secretion): breaks disulfide bonds in mucus; decreases mucus viscosity

-bromhexine(expectorant=promote sputum excretion): increases serous fluid pro in RT, thinner phlegm. , oral
(SE: lacrimation, rhinorrhea)

-Ambroxol(mucolytic)

  • secretolytic compunds: dilutes mucous; easier to remove from bronchi
  • vagus stimulators: Ibecachuana (plant-derived) helps in removal of secretion
  • bronchial stimulators: essential oils
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B/13. TREATMENT OF PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE

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*Cilostazol: PDE-3 inhibitor> decreases PLT agg, increases LPL, vasodilation
oral
acts on corpuscular elements of blood ( PLT agg, RBC deformity)
IND: intermittent claudication (PAD)
SE: headache, palpitation, vertigo, coronary steal sy
CI: CHF

*calcium dobesilate:  decreases microvascular permeability, decreased PLT agg, anti-inflammatory and antiox
oral
ind: 1. chronic venous insuffiency(CVI)
2. diabetic retinopathy
3. symptomatic hemmorhoidal disease
se: nausea, vomit, diarrhea

*vinpocetine: inhibits Na and Ca ch, glutamate-r and PLT agg> increases cerebral perfusion and glu utilization
inhibits PDE-1
ORAL, PARENTERAL
INDL: 1. cerebral perfusion deficit (vascular dementia)
2. alzhiemers, 3, post stroke. 4. virtigo
SE: hypotension, tachy, GI
CI: PREGNANCY, nursing

*nicergoline: (alpha-1 antagonist)
enhances cholinergic and catecholaminergic NT func
decreases PLT agg
promotes metabolic activity (o2 and glu utilization)
neurotrophic, antioxidant
-Ergot derivative
ORAL, PARENTERAL
IND: 1. cerebral perfusion deficit
2. vascular dementia
3. peripheral perfusion deficit
4, ischemic stroke. 5. migraine. 6. balance disturbance
SE: nausea, flushing, GI
CI: pregnancy, MI, arrythmia, lactation, acute bleeding

*pentoxyphylline: competitive nonselective PDE-inhibtior
rheological agent> reduces viscosity and increases deformability of RBC> blood flows easily through obstructed vessel
-Methyl xanthine derivative
-ORAL, I.V
IND: atherosclerotic circulatory disease
diabetic circulatory disease
se: GI, tachy, angina, flushing, allergy

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B/13. TREATMENT OF MIGRAINE

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Abortive therapy:
1. sumatriptan: 5-HT1( 1D/1B) agonist causes vasoconstriction + modulates NT release
( Migraine+ cluster headache)
Oral, Inhaled, Parenteral
D=2-4hr
SE: Paresthesia, dizziness, chest pain, coronary vasospasm
2. Eletriptan,naratriptan : oral only 2-27hr

  1. ergotamine (ergot alkaloid):
    -Partial agonist at 5-HT and alpha-R ( can block alpha-agonist effect; epinephrin reversal
    esp in blood vessel and uterus : prolonged a-mediated vasoconstriction
    -used for : Migraine, cluster headache, postpartum bleeding
    Oral , D= 10-12hr
    SE: nausea, vomit, diarrhea, severe vasospasm

Prophylactic therapy:
-galcanezumab (CGRP-R antagonist antibody) binds peptide itself
S.C , D=1 month
se: injection site rxn

-cinnarizine= CCB
improves cerebral circulation

-propranolol: non selective BB, local anasthetic effect
(angina, arrhythmia, HTN, migraine, thyrotoxicosis, tremor) ORAL, IV duration=4-6 hrs readily enters CNS

-verapamil: Blocks L-type Ca ch in smooth m and heart
(angina, HTN, AV-nodal arrhytmia, migraine)
oral, parenteral. D=6-8hr
SE: constipation, pretibial edema, flushing, dizzy
higher doses: cardiac depression, hypotension

-carbamazepine: (Tricyclics)
blocks VG-Na ch + decreases glutamate release
1. Generalised tonic-clonic seizure
2. focal seizures
well absorbed, active metabolite , many drug interactions
SE: ataxia, diplopia, headache, nausea

-valproic acid: Blocks high frequency firing
1. generalized tonic-clonic
2. focal
3. myoclonic seizures
excessive protein binding and metabolism, many drug interactions
SE: nausea , alopecia, weight gain, teratogenic

-imipramine (TCA) blocks NE and 5-HT transporter
1. major depression
2. chronic pain
longer half life
SE: alpha block, M-block, sedation, weight gain
overdose: arrhythmia + seizures

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B/14. HF - DRUGS DECREASING THE LOAD ON THE HEART

  • drugs of acute failure
  • drugs of chronic failure (add them)
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*Diuretics:(1st line in sys+dias failure)

-hydrochlorothiazide( -Na/Cl transporter in DCT)
moderate diuresis, decreased excretion of Ca
SE: Metabolic hypokalemic alkalosis,
early decrease in Na,
increased glu, lipid, uric acid, Sulfonamide allergy(rare)
CI: decreased efficacy w/ NSAIDS

-furosemide: NKCC- in TAL
strong diuresis, increased Ca excretion
oral, parenteral
d=2-4hr
SE: ototoxic, hypovolemia, hypokalemia alkalosis
CI: NSAIDS , Sulfonamide allergy(rare)
-spironolactone(steroid inhibitor of aldosterone-r in cortical CD)
decreases K excretion
oral
decrease mortality in CHF
SE:hyperkalemia, gynecomasia

*ACEi:
IND: chronic failure, HTN, diabetic renal disease
SE:cough, teratogenic, renal damage
CI: Pregnancy
-captopril (oral, D=12-24hr)
-enalapril, perindopril, ramipril (longer half life)

*ARB: losartan, valsartan, irbesartan
ind: HTN, used in combo in HF
CI: Pregnancy
SE: hyperkalemia, teratogenic

  • Beta1-blocker: metoprolol
  • Beta- and alpha-blocker: carvedilol
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B/15. HF - POSITIVE INOTROPIC AGENTS

+ pharmacotherapy of acute heart failure

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Cardiac glycosides: digoxin, digitoxin

Sympathomimetics: dobutamine, dopamine

Vasodilators: isosorbide dinitrate, hydralazine, nitroprusside

PDE inhibitors: milrinone, theophylline

BNP: nesiritide

Neprilysin inhibitors: sacubitril

Ca2+-sensitizing agents: levosimendan

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B/16. ANTIARRHYTHMICS

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Class Ia: procainamide, dispyramide, quinidine

Class Ib: lidocaine, mexilitine

Class Ic: propafenone, flexainide

Class II: acebutolol, esmolol, propranolol

Class III: amiodarone, sotalol, dronedarone

Class IV: verapamil, diltiazem

Class V: adenosine, magnesium, digoxin

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B/17. AGENTS USED TO TREAT HYPERTENSION

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Alpha2 agonists: clonidine : causes vasoconstriction (IV, locally in conjuctiva)
However, when given chronically, is readily taken into CNS; reduces SYM outflow (+a2 R on presyn n.ending). Therefore they lower BP

Alpha1 antagonists: prazosin, doxazosin, tamsulosin

Beta antagonists: propranolol, pindolol, timolol
(decreases CO, secondary decrease in renin release)

Beta1 selective antagonists: metoprolol, bisoprolol, esmolol,
nebivolol(NO-mediated vasodialation)

Alpha 1- and beta antagonists: carvedilol, labetalol

+ CCB, ACEi, ARB

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B/18. Ca2+-ch. BLOCKERS

A

*act mainly on arterial bed
*decrease vascular resistance, BP
Dihydropyridines: (vessel>heart)
-nifedipine(short D=6-24hr) oral, slow release to prevent MI
IND: HTN, angina, prinzmetal angina, arhythmia, Peripheral vessel disease

nimodipine(Short) for subarachinoid hemmorage
felodipine(intermediate T=8-20hr)

amlodipine(long T1/2= 35-50hr
used in HTN

Manidipin : high vessel selectivity +diuretic action
treat HTN

Non-dihydropyridines: (heart>vessel)
verapamil : nonselective L-type Ca inhibitor
D=6-8hr, ORAL, PARENTERAL
IND: 1. migraine supportive 2. antiarryhthmic
3.angina. 4. HTN
SE: cardiac dep, severe AV block
CI: NEVER combine w/BB (symptoms ^)

diltiazem: non selective L type Ca ch blocker
T1/2=6-8hr, ORAL, PARENTERAL
IND: peripheral vessel disease treatment
NEVER combine w/BB
SE: bradycardia, AV-block

NO-releasing agents: dihydralazine(NO release from endothelial cell>arteriolar vasodilation) D=6-8hr
IND: HTN, in combo w/isosorbide dinitrate in HF
ORAL
SE: Tachycardia, Na H2o retension, lupus-like sy
Cause baroR hemostatic response; combine w/ BB or diueretic
lupus(resolves when stopped)

K+-ch. opening agents:
minoxidil:prodrug , oral
IND: severe HTN , topical for baldness, Peripheral vessel disease
Must combine w/BB or diuretic due to compensatory response( Tachy, Na H2o retension)
SE: +hirsutism

diazoxide : used in
HTN emergency (parenteral:IV/infusion)
hypoglycemia in insulinoma (oral)
SE: hyperglycemia, high uric acid(worse metabolic pro)
edema, GI, excessive hypotension(reflex tachy)

D1-r agonists: fenoldopam causes arteiolar dialation
IND: HTN emergency (parenteral:I.V)
short D=10mins
se: Excessive hypotension, tachy, Na H2o retension, angina

Endothelin antagonists: bozentan

*sildenafil (PDE-Inhibitor)

L-Type Ca ch:
5 subunits: a1,a2,b , lambda, epsilon
 Binding to alpha1- subunit
* Extracellullar surface:
nifedipin, diltiazem
 *Inner, cytplasmatic
part: verapamil

pregnant: hydralazine, diazoxide, minoxidil

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B/19. RAAS

A

ACEi: captopril, enalapril, perindopril, ramipril

ARB: losartan, valsartan, irbesartan

Direct renin inhibitors: aliskiren

K+ sparing diuretics:
- Receptor inhibitors: spironolactone, epleronone

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B/20. DRUGS USED FOR ANGINA

A

Nitrates:
nitroglycerin: releases NO, increased cGMP; relaxes vascular sm
IND:
1.ACUTE angina pectoris(SL)
2. prophylaxis of angina (oral, transdermal every 12 hr) loss of response common after 10-12hr
SE: Tachy, orthostatic hypotension, headache

isosorbide dinitrate/mononitrate(oral)
venodilator

Beta-blockers: propranolol

CCB: nifedipine, verapamil, diltiazem

newer:
trimetazidine: (pFOX-inhibitor partial fatty acid ox -) inhibits late Na current in myocardium
increases efficiency of o2 utilization by shifting heart preference from f.a to glucose

ivabradine: inhibits pacemaker Na current in SA-node
decreased HR, work, O2 req
IND: 1. HF
2. investigational in angina
oral x2/d
used off-label w/BB for angina prophylaxis
SE: excessive bradycardia

Nicorandil:(K ch opener)–>NO
structure similar to nitrate
transdermal patches
CI: Obstructive hypertrophic CMP

molsidomine> SIN1> SIN2> NO
ind: erectile dysfunction
oral.  D=hours
SE: interaction w/nitrates
priapism: prolonged erection
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B/21. AGENTS USED IN DYSLIPIDEMIAS

A

*Statins: atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, simvastatin
inhibit HMG-Co reductase (rate limiting step in endogenous hepatic cholesterol synthesis ); liver compensates by increasing no. of LDL-R >clears LDL, vLDL from blood
*functional LDLR are required !
decreases LDL by 23-50%, TG
increases HDL by 5-15%
SE:
1.severe rxn in pts w/liver disease
2.increased creatine kinase in 10%
3.severe muscle pain, rhabdomyolysis
5. GI: hepatomegaly, liver pain
6. allergy : cannot metabolise due to liver disease
Statin intolerance (at least 2 drugs)
- metabolised by CYP450;
drugs which inhibit it (grapefruit) increases risk of hepatotoxicity+myopathy
CI: pregnancy, liver disease

*Fibrates: fenofibrate, gemfibrozil
 PPAR-alpha agonist (responsible for gene transcription in lipid meta)
increased SYN of LPL by adipose
IND: 1, Hypertriglycemia
2. low HDL (increases APO-A1,2; increases HDL)
D=3-24hr
oral
SE: 1. myopathy w/statin
2. hepatic dysfunction
3.cholestasis
4. acute renal failure
5. rhabdomyolysis
6. skin rash
*Bile acid sequestrates (resins): colesevelam, colestyramine, colestipol
prevent BA absorption from GI
oral, taken w/meal
SE: interact w/ warfarin, thiazide, digoxin, aspirin, statin and Vit k +folates (administer 4h apart)
not much effect on HDL (5-10)
15-20% reduction in LDL
IND: 1. high TG, Cholesterol
       2. pruritis
SE: GI, Gall stones, hyperglycemia

*Sterol absorption inhibitors: ezetimibe
decreases LDL by 20%
more effective when combined w/ statin
prevents absorption of dietary cholesterol and cholesterol secreted in bile
decrease intestinal uptake by inhibiting NPC1L1
ORAL
IND: 1. Hypercholestermeia
2. phytosterolemia= impaired export of plant sterols
CI: hepatic dysfuntion, myositis

*PCSK9 inhibitors: evolocumab, alirocumab(inhibit degradation of LDLR)
-no binding of PCSK9 to LDLR > less LDLR sent to lysosome for degradation> more LDL removed from blood
decreases LDL by 50-60%
PARENTERAL
SE: flu like, Nasopharyngitis, injection site rxn

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B/22. K+ WASTING DIURETICS

A

*act from luminal side
*kidney contains 1)adenosine R 2) PG-r;
agonist/antagonist alter renal function + response to diuretic agent
(PG are inhibited by NSAIDS> efficacy of diuretics decrease)

CA inhibitors: sulfonoamide derivative!
brinzolamide, dorzolamide(Topical for glaucoma only)
acetazolamide (oral, parenteral) (D=8-12hr)
-mild diuresis because most of Na gets absorbed by distal parts,(late-sodium absorption> increased K+ excretion
-urine alkalinization > ppt Ca salt>renal stone
-acts on choroid plexus>decreases H2CO3 in CSF
-Decreases H2CO3 in aquous humor in eye: decreased intra-ocular p
-wasting of H2CO3 > metabolic acidosis
IND: 1. Glaucoma
2. Mountain sickness: acidosis of CSF >hyperventilation protect against high altitude sickness
3. Edema w/ metabolic alkalosis
*diuresis is self limiting but effects in glaucoma and High alititude sickness persist.
SE: metabolic acidosis, sedation, paraesthesia, hyperammonemia in cirhosis (hepatic encephalopathy)
rapid tolerance (1 week)

Loop diuretics:
furosemide(sulfonoamide derivative) powerful diuresis
T1/2=1.5hr , ORAL(50%only), PARENTERAL
inhibits NKCC in TAL
increases Ca+2 excretion
IND: 1. heart failure 2. pulmonary edema
3. edema. 4. severe hypercalcemia
SE: CAVE, hypovolemia, CV complication, hyperuricemia, ototoxic

ethacrynic acid:
some uricosuric effect
competes w/Cl- binding site
increases K, H excretion in CCD 
increases passive Mg, Ca excretion
SE: hypomagnesemia, hypocalcemia
Thiazides: -NaCl in DCT
moderate diuresis
increased K and Mg excretion 
hydrochlorothiazide: T1/2=2.5hr, ORAL
 IND: 1. HTN  2. Mild HF.   3.hypercalciurea w/stone
4. nephrogenic DI
SE: 1. early decrease in Na
2. increased serum glu, lipid, uric acid
3. hyperuricemia (CI: in gout)
4.hypercalcemia( more Na inside cell> Ca stays in blood)
CI: gout, sulfonoamide allergy, NSAIDS

indapamide: T1/2=14hr , oral
decreases Ca content in urine ; less renal stones

*chlorothiazide(1957) T1/2=1.5hr Parenteral only

  • chlorthalidone(thiazide-like) T1/2=47 hr, oral
    used in HTN
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B/23. K+ SPARING DIURETICS

A

K+ sparing diuretics:

  • Receptor inhibitors: spironolactone, epleronone
    steroid inhibitor of cytoplasmic aldosteroneR
    decreases exp of ENAC and Na/K ATPase
    SE: hyperkalemia, gynecomastia, met.acidosis(decreased ex of K and H), GI symptoms
  • ENaC inhibitors(CD) Na, H2O loss,
    decreased K excretion
    amiloride usually in combo w/thiazide
    Oral

SE: hyperkalemia, acidosis

ADH agonists: desmopressin

ADH antagonists: tolvaptan (parenteral)
IND: SIADH, hyponatremia
SE: infusion site rxn, demyelination if hyponatremia treated rapidly
Osmotic diuretics: mannitol
glycerol
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B/24. ANTIHISTAMINES

A

H1-r antagonists:

  • 1st gen.: diphenhydramine, dimetindene , promethazine
  • 2nd gen.: (levo)cetirizine, (des)loratidine, fexofenadine

H2-r antagonists: cimetidine, ranitidine, famotidine, nizatidine

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B/24. Histamine

A

autocatoids : histamine (biogenic amine)
formed by decarboxylation of histidine
*Its tissue specific eg. high conc. in skin , mucous layer(lung,GI)
*found in mast cell and basophils

  • function?
    1. acts as local mediator 2. Neurotransmitter in CNS
  • drugs which enhance histamine release?
    1. Alkaloids 2. Atropine. 3.Morphine. 4. spoilt fish (rich in histamine)

General action of histamine= non-receptorial action (unwanted/side effects)

  1. bronchoconstriction
  2. arterial hypotension
  3. allergy : majority by receptorial effect

Histamine analogue?

  1. beta-histine : weak H1 agonist , H3 antagonist (never fully selective)
    - local vasodialation improves microcirculation in inner ear( Vestibular virtigo + Menieries syndrome)
  • dose depending inhibiting effect in CNS on spike generation in neurons esp. vestibular nuclei neurons

CI: peptic ulcer