Pharm Final Drugs Flashcards
What is the drug class of Albuterol?
Beta-2 adrenergic agonist
Commonly used for asthma and COPD
What is the mechanism of action of Clonidine?
Stimulates alpha-2 adrenergic receptors in the brain, reducing sympathetic outflow
Used for hypertension and ADHD
Which drug class does Dobutamine belong to?
Beta-1 adrenergic agonist
Used in heart failure and cardiogenic shock
What receptors does Dopamine stimulate?
Dopamine, beta-1, and alpha-1 receptors
Used in shock and heart failure
What is the primary use of Epinephrine (Epi)?
Used in anaphylaxis, cardiac arrest, and asthma
Stimulates alpha and beta adrenergic receptors
Is Isoproterenol a selective or non-selective beta adrenergic agonist?
Non-selective beta adrenergic agonist
Used in bradycardia and heart block
What is the mechanism of action of Norepinephrine (Norepi)?
Stimulates alpha-1, alpha-2, and beta-1 adrenergic receptors
Used in shock and hypotension
What is the drug class of Amphetamine?
CNS stimulant
Used for ADHD and narcolepsy
What is the mechanism of action of Ephedrine?
Increases release of norepinephrine and directly stimulates adrenergic receptors
Used for nasal congestion and hypotension
What is Phentolamine used for?
Used in pheochromocytoma and hypertensive emergencies
Blocks alpha-1 and alpha-2 adrenergic receptors
What type of antagonist is Prazosin?
Alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist
Used for hypertension and benign prostatic hyperplasia
What is the mechanism of action of Metoprolol?
Blocks beta-1 adrenergic receptors
Used for hypertension, angina, and heart failure
Fill in the blank: Edrophonium is an _______.
Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
Used in the diagnosis of myasthenia gravis
What is the mechanism of action of Organophosphate?
Irreversibly inhibits acetylcholinesterase, increasing acetylcholine levels
Used as insecticides and nerve agents
What type of drug is Atropine?
Anticholinergic
Used in bradycardia and as an antidote for organophosphate poisoning
What is the drug class of Sildenafil?
Phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitor
Used to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary arterial hypertension
What is the mechanism of action of Dihydropyridines?
Inhibit L-type calcium channels, reducing calcium influx into vascular smooth muscle cells
Used to treat hypertension and angina
What is the drug class of Verapamil?
Calcium channel blocker
Used to treat hypertension, angina, and certain arrhythmias
What is the mechanism of action of Methyldopa?
Stimulates alpha-2 adrenergic receptors in the central nervous system, reducing sympathetic outflow
Used to treat hypertension, especially in pregnancy
What is the primary use of Propranolol?
Used to treat hypertension, angina, and certain arrhythmias
Blocks beta-adrenergic receptors
What is the mechanism of action of Minoxidil?
Opens potassium channels in vascular smooth muscle cells, leading to hyperpolarization and vasodilation
Used to treat severe hypertension and promote hair growth
What type of drug is Sodium nitroprusside?
Vasodilator
Used to treat hypertensive emergencies
What is the mechanism of action of Digoxin?
Inhibits sodium-potassium ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium and enhancing cardiac contractility
Used to treat heart failure and certain arrhythmias
What is the drug class of Amiodarone?
Antiarrhythmic (Class III)
Used to treat certain arrhythmias
What is the mechanism of action of Adenosine?
Activates adenosine receptors, slowing conduction through the atrioventricular (AV) node
Used to treat certain supraventricular tachycardias
What is the primary use of Magnesium in cardiac treatment?
Used to treat certain arrhythmias and magnesium deficiency
Modulates ion transport and enzyme activity
What is the mechanism of action of Verapamil?
Inhibits L-type calcium channels, reducing calcium influx into cardiac and vascular smooth muscle cells, leading to decreased heart rate and vasodilation
What drug targets does Vasopressin act on?
Vasopressin receptors
Used to treat diabetes insipidus and as a vasopressor
What type of drug is Furosemide?
Loop diuretic
Used to treat edema and hypertension
What is the mechanism of action of Hydrochlorothiazide?
Inhibits sodium-chloride cotransporter in the distal convoluted tubule, increasing urine output
What is the drug class of Spironolactone?
Potassium-sparing diuretic
Used to treat heart failure, hypertension, and hyperaldosteronism
What is the mechanism of action of Mannitol?
Increases osmotic pressure in the renal tubules, leading to increased urine output
What type of drug is Benadryl?
Antihistamine
Used for allergy relief and as a sleep aid
What is the mechanism of action of Epi (Epinephrine)?
Stimulates alpha and beta-adrenergic receptors
What drug class does Theophylline belong to?
Methylxanthine
Used for asthma and COPD
What is the mechanism of action of Atropine?
Blocks muscarinic acetylcholine receptors
What is the mechanism of action of Zileuton?
Inhibits 5-lipoxygenase, reducing leukotriene production
What type of drug is Omalizumab (Xolair)?
Monoclonal antibody
Used for severe asthma and chronic idiopathic urticaria
What is the mechanism of action of Buspirone?
Partial agonist at serotonin 5-HT1A receptors
What are the drug targets of Ondansetron?
Serotonin 5-HT3 receptors
Used to prevent nausea and vomiting
What is the drug class of Phenytoin?
Anticonvulsant
Used for epilepsy
What is the mechanism of action of Valproic acid?
Increases GABA levels, inhibits voltage-gated sodium channels
What type of drug is Urokinase?
Fibrinolytic
Used in pulmonary embolism
What is the mechanism of action of Warfarin?
Inhibits vitamin K epoxide reductase, reducing the synthesis of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors
What are the drug targets of Clopidogrel (Plavix)?
ADP receptors
Used to prevent ischemic events
What type of drug is Metformin?
Biguanide
Used for type 2 diabetes management
Fill in the blank: The drug class of Ethacrynic acid is _______.
Loop diuretic
True or False: Salmeterol is a short-acting beta-2 agonist.
False
Salmeterol is a long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA)
What is the mechanism of action of Lamotrigine?
Inhibits voltage-gated sodium channels
What drug class does Zafirlukast belong to?
Leukotriene receptor antagonist
Used for asthma
What is the mechanism of action of Dantrolene?
Inhibits calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum
What is the drug class of Argatroban?
Direct Thrombin Inhibitor
Used in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
What is the mechanism of action of Theobromine?
Inhibits phosphodiesterase, similar to theophylline
What is the mechanism of action of Aspirin?
Inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX), reducing thromboxane A2 production
What is the drug class of Neutral Protamine Hagedorn (NPH)?
Intermediate-acting insulin
What is the mechanism of action of NPH?
Facilitates glucose uptake by cells
What are the drug targets of NPH?
Insulin receptors on muscle and fat cells
What additional information is associated with NPH?
Provides basal insulin coverage
What drug class do Insulin (Glargine, Detemir) belong to?
Long-acting insulin
What is the mechanism of action of Insulin (Glargine, Detemir)?
Facilitates glucose uptake by cells
What are the drug targets of Insulin (Glargine, Detemir)?
Insulin receptors on muscle and fat cells
What additional information is associated with Insulin (Glargine, Detemir)?
Provides basal insulin coverage
What drug class does Metformin belong to?
Biguanide
What is the mechanism of action of Metformin?
Decreases hepatic glucose production, increases insulin sensitivity
What are the drug targets of Metformin?
Liver, muscle cells
What additional information is associated with Metformin?
First-line treatment for type 2 diabetes, no risk of hypoglycemia
What drug class do Sulfonylureas belong to?
Sulfonylureas
What is the mechanism of action of Sulfonylureas?
Stimulates insulin release from pancreatic beta cells
What are the drug targets of Sulfonylureas?
Pancreatic beta cells
What additional information is associated with Sulfonylureas?
Risk of hypoglycemia, weight gain
What drug class does Acarbose belong to?
Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor
What is the mechanism of action of Acarbose?
Delays carbohydrate absorption in the intestine
What are the drug targets of Acarbose?
Intestinal brush border enzymes
What additional information is associated with Acarbose?
Gastrointestinal side effects
What drug class do GLP1 agonists belong to?
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists
What is the mechanism of action of GLP1 agonists?
Mimic the action of GLP-1, enhancing glucose-dependent insulin secretion, inhibiting glucagon release, and slowing gastric emptying
What are the drug targets of GLP1 agonists?
GLP-1 receptors
What additional information is associated with GLP1 agonists?
Used to treat type 2 diabetes
What drug class do DPP4 antagonists belong to?
Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors
What is the mechanism of action of DPP4 antagonists?
Inhibit DPP-4 enzyme, increasing levels of incretin hormones, which enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion and inhibit glucagon release
What are the drug targets of DPP4 antagonists?
DPP-4 enzyme
What additional information is associated with DPP4 antagonists?
Used to treat type 2 diabetes
What drug class do SGLT2 inhibitors belong to?
Sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors
What is the mechanism of action of SGLT2 inhibitors?
Inhibit SGLT2 in the proximal renal tubules, reducing glucose reabsorption and increasing urinary glucose excretion
What are the drug targets of SGLT2 inhibitors?
SGLT2
What additional information is associated with SGLT2 inhibitors?
Used to treat type 2 diabetes
What drug class do Statins belong to?
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors
What is the mechanism of action of Statins?
Inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, reducing cholesterol synthesis
What are the drug targets of Statins?
HMG-CoA reductase
What additional information is associated with Statins?
Used to lower LDL cholesterol levels
What drug class does Niacin belong to?
Nicotinic acid
What is the mechanism of action of Niacin?
Inhibits lipolysis in adipose tissue, reducing free fatty acids
What are the drug targets of Niacin?
Adipose tissue
What additional information is associated with Niacin?
Used to lower triglycerides and increase HDL cholesterol levels
What drug class do Fibrates belong to?
Fibric acid derivatives
What is the mechanism of action of Fibrates?
Activates PPAR-alpha, increasing lipoprotein lipase activity
What are the drug targets of Fibrates?
PPAR-alpha
What additional information is associated with Fibrates?
Used to lower triglycerides and increase HDL cholesterol levels
What drug class do Bile Acid Binding Resins belong to?
Bile acid sequestrants
What is the mechanism of action of Bile Acid Binding Resins?
Binds bile acids in the intestine, reducing cholesterol absorption
What are the drug targets of Bile Acid Binding Resins?
Intestinal bile acids
What additional information is associated with Bile Acid Binding Resins?
Gastrointestinal side effects, may affect absorption of other drugs
What drug class does Ezetimibe (Zetia) belong to?
Cholesterol absorption inhibitor
What is the mechanism of action of Ezetimibe (Zetia)?
Inhibits absorption of cholesterol in the small intestine
What are the drug targets of Ezetimibe (Zetia)?
NPC1L1 transporter
What additional information is associated with Ezetimibe (Zetia)?
Used to lower LDL cholesterol levels
What drug class do PCSK9 Inhibitors belong to?
Monoclonal antibodies
What is the mechanism of action of PCSK9 Inhibitors?
Inhibits PCSK9, increasing LDL receptor availability
What are the drug targets of PCSK9 Inhibitors?
PCSK9
What additional information is associated with PCSK9 Inhibitors?
Used to lower LDL cholesterol levels
What drug class does Penicillin belong to?
Beta-lactam antibiotic
What is the mechanism of action of Penicillin?
Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
What are the drug targets of Penicillin?
Penicillin-binding proteins
What additional information is associated with Penicillin?
Used to treat various bacterial infections
What drug class do Cephalosporins belong to?
Beta-lactam antibiotic
What is the mechanism of action of Cephalosporins?
Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
What are the drug targets of Cephalosporins?
Penicillin-binding proteins
What additional information is associated with Cephalosporins?
Used to treat various bacterial infections
What drug class does Vancomycin belong to?
Glycopeptide antibiotic
What is the mechanism of action of Vancomycin?
Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
What are the drug targets of Vancomycin?
D-alanyl-D-alanine terminus of cell wall precursors
What additional information is associated with Vancomycin?
Used to treat MRSA and other Gram-positive infections
What drug class does Polymyxin belong to?
Polypeptide antibiotic
What is the mechanism of action of Polymyxin?
Disrupts bacterial cell membrane
What are the drug targets of Polymyxin?
Bacterial cell membrane
What additional information is associated with Polymyxin?
Used to treat multi-drug resistant Gram-negative infections
What drug class does Tetracycline belong to?
Tetracycline antibiotic
What is the mechanism of action of Tetracycline?
Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis
What are the drug targets of Tetracycline?
30S ribosomal subunit
What additional information is associated with Tetracycline?
Used to treat various bacterial infections
What drug class does Erythromycin belong to?
Macrolide antibiotic