Mixed Adrenergic Agonists Flashcards
1
Q
What’s used as a nasal decongestant with H1 antagonism
A
Pseudophedrine
2
Q
Prophylactic Tx of asthma (bronchodilation)
A
Ephedrine (slower onset, less potent)
3
Q
Synergistic with AchE in Myasthenia Gravis
A
Ephedrine
4
Q
Increase athletic performance (mild CNS stim)
A
Ephedrine
5
Q
Why were herbal supplements of Ephedrine banned
A
Life-threatening CVS rxns
6
Q
Ephedrine effect on heart
A
Vasoconstriction and cardiac stim to increase BP
7
Q
What does ephedrine induce the release of
A
NE - activate adrenergic receptors