Pharmacology Flashcards
Captopril class
ACE inhibitor
Verapamil class
Ca channel blocker
Brimonidine (Alphagan)
Alpha 2 agonist
Bethanechol (Urecholine)
Direct acting cholinergic agonist
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Stimulant used in ADHD
Same function as amphetamine
Betaxolol (Betoptic)
Beta-1 Blocker
1 blocker; tx glaucoma in asthmatics; Tx: HTN and angina
When are beta blockers used?
Acute MI, CHF, HTN, arrhythmia, angina
Cocaine
Inhibits DA and NE re-uptake into terminals has amphetamine-like effect but shorter acting and more intense
Severe HTN and stroke, tachycardia
Used for nasal surgery to decrease blood flow
Succinylcholine (Anectine)
Depolarizing NMJ Blocker
initial stimulation and contraction→blockade; rapid procedures;
Phase I –prolonged depolarization, NO Reversal w/ AchE inh., makes it worse;
Phase II:AchE inh works;
SE: hypercalcemia, hyperkalemia-K+release(cardiac arrest – in burn/trauma pts), muscle pain
Amlodipine class
Ca channel blocker
Phenylephrine (Neo-Synephrine: Sudafed PE)
Alpha agonist
α1 selective agonist; use in hypotensive emergency; produces mydriasis, nasal decongestant(rebound), contracts prostate and GU spinchters
Contraindications for beta blockers
Sinus bradycardia, heart block greater than first degree, sick sinus syndrome, cardiogenic shock, decompensated heart failure, asthma, COPD
Tropicamide (Mydriacil)
Cholinergic (muscarinic) Antagonist
short-acting mydriasis and cycloplegia for eye examinations
Nifedipine class
Ca channel blocker
Cisatracurium (Nimbex)
Non-Depolarizing NMJ Blocker
Use: surgery- paralysis, mechanical ventilation, selective for motor nicotinic receptors, Reverse with neostigmine or edrophonium
Most commonly used (least toxic)
Clonidine
Centrally acting alpha-2 agonist reduces sympathetic outflow and causes vasodilation and decreased CO for lower BP
selective α2 agonist; transdermal patch; tx for HTN, safe in renal disease; reduces craving in addicts, ↓ hot flashes
Altracurium (Tracium)
Non-Depolarizing NMJ Blocker
Nicotine
Direct acting cholinergic agonist
Selective for Nicotinic receptors;NMJ intial stim paralysis; Tx Atropine
Prazosin (Minipress)
Alpha-1 selective blocker
selective for α1; lack of α2 block reduces likelihood of reflex tachycardia;
Tx: BPH and HTN Tox: 1st dose orthostatic hypotension; CI: w/ Viagra
Terbutaline (Brethine)
Beta 2 agonist
Selective ß2 agonist; reduce premature uterine contractions
Echothiophate
Cholinesterase Inhibitors
instill directly into eye; tx glaucoma in emergency; long action
Tyramine
Indirectly increases release of catecholamines from nerve terminals
Replaces NE in vesicles with octopamine
Normally hydrolyzed by MOA in the gut and therefore inactive when given orally
Normal component of many foods
Dobutamine (Dobutrex)
Beta 1 agonist
selective ß1 agonist, inotropic and chronotropic; cardiac stress test, heart failure, increase renin release
Norepinephrine (Levophed)
Catecholamine
stimulate α=ß1»ß2; severe vasoconstriction at infusion site→ necrosis, tx: hypotension; effects ↑systolic, ↑diastolic ↑ MAP, no change in PP reflex ↓HR (ganglion blockers stop reflex bradycardia)
↓ = depression; pain regulation
Organophosphate pesticides
Cholinesterase Inhibitors
Metoprolol (Lopressor)
Beta-1 Blocker
1 blocker; inc. life post-MI; decrease renin; better exercise tolerance and in diabetics; risky in asthma(Use Ca++ channel blkrs in asthmatics)
Aliskiren class
Renin inhibitor
Carbachol (Isopto Carbachol)
Direct acting cholinergic agonist
Glaucoma, pupillary contraction, relieves intraocular pressure
Phenoxybenzamine (Dibenzyline)
Alpha receptor blocker
Irreversible non-competitive antagonist at α1 and α2 ;tx: pheochromocytoma use pre surgery cuz catecholamines cant overcome noncompetitive inhibitor; SE: hypotension and tachycardia
Phentolamine (Regitine)
Alpha receptor blocker
Reversible competitive antagonist at α1 and α2; tx pt on MAO-I who ingest tyramine (HTN crisis); SE: release of Histmaine from Mast cells = gastric acid secretion PUD
Acebutolol (sectral)
Beta Blocker with intrinsic sympathetic activity
selective ß1 antagonist w/ ISA; risk of bradycardia decreased
Glycopyrrolate (Rubinul)
Cholinergic (muscarinic) Antagonist
used in surgery to ↓ vagal response as well as decrease respiratory and other secretions;
Also decreases gastric acid secretion to treat PUD
Decrease side effects in tx of MG with Neostigmine and anytime Neostigmine is used after surgery
Albuterol (Ventolin)
Beta 2 agonist
selective ß2 agonist; tx asthma, relax skeletal mm BV, promote K uptake
Losartan class
ARB
What category of drugs are the -prils? Example: Captopril
ACE inhibitors
Common side effect of ACEI’s is coughing from decreased bradykinin breakdown
First line treatments for HTN in DM, Renal Disease, LVH
CI in pregnancy, causes acute renal failure in patients with renal artery stenosis, causes hyperkalemia
Enalapril
ACE inhibitor
Common side effect of ACEI’s is coughing
First line treatments for HTN in DM, Renal Disease, LVH, congestive heart failure
CI in pregnancy, causes acute renal failure in patients with renal artery stenosis, causes hyperkalemia
Apraclonidine (Iopidine)
Alpha 2 agonist
Selective α2 agonist used in eye to tx intraocular pressure by ↓ fluid
Donepezil (Aricept)
Cholinesterase Inhibitors
Alzheimer’s disease; similar drug is Tacrine(severely hepatotoxic)
Adverse effects of beta blockers
Bradycardia, dizziness, HA, fatigue, hypotension, fainting, sexual dysfunction, bronchospasm
Chlorthalidone
Thiazide diuretic
Prevents Na reabsoprtion in early distal tubule
Rocuronium (Zemuron)
Non-Depolarizing NMJ Blocker
Pindolol (Visken)
Beta Blocker with intrinsic sympathetic activity
nonselective β blocker with some ISA; Tx: HTN and angina
Varenicline (Chantix)
Direct acting cholinergic agonist
Partial agonist at Nicotinic Receptors(in the brain) N/V, Constipation, Vivid nightmares, psychosis
Amphetamine
Indirect acting sympathomimetic
Displaces NE and DA from vesicles increasing their release
CNS stimulant
Strong external urinary sphincter contractor
Releases stored catecholamines, blocks reuptake, CNS stimulant; tachycardia, HTN, psychosis ; uses : narcolepsy, obesity, ADD
Side effects of Clonidine
Centrally acting alpha-2 agonist
Hypotension, dry mouth, somnolence, fatigue, constipation, dizziness
Rebound HTN possible when discontinue use
Candesartan class
ARB
Pilocarpine (Isopto Carpine; Pilocar)
Direct acting cholinergic agonist
tx glaucoma; Contracts ciliary muscle of eye (open angle), pupillary sphincter (narrow angle); sweat and salivate excessively; SE; blurred vision
Carvedilol (Coreg)
Combined alpha and beta blocker
ß-blocker and α1 blocker; decreases free radicals; tx HTN/CHF, post-MI
Oxybutynin (Ditropan)
Cholinergic (muscarinic) Antagonist
prevent bladder spasm after prostate surgery
Diltiazem class
Ca channel blocker
What are the first line drugs used for depression?
SSRI’s are the first-line drugs especially for those with suicidal ideation
Examples: fluoxetine, paroxetine, citalopram, sertraline
Oxymetazoline (Afrin)
Alpha agonist
Neostigmine (Prostigmin)
Cholinesterase Inhibitors
Not X BBB; tx myasthenia gravis, post op and neurogenic ileus, reverse NMJ block
Tolterodine (Detrol)
Cholinergic (muscarinic) Antagonist
Selective M3 – tx overactive bladder
Propranolol (Inderol)
Beta-receptor blocker
non-selective competitive antagonist; tx, HTN, post-MI, angina, arrhythmias, CHF, hyperthyroidism, stage-fright; DO NOT discontinue abruptly(up-reg of receptors)
Ipratropium (Atrovent)
Cholinergic (muscarinic) Antagonist
inhalation for tx COPD and Asthma(blks Vaso-C)
Scopolamine
Cholinergic (muscarinic) Antagonist
patch tx motion sickness; Penetrates CNS; SE:sedation/amensia
Nebivolol (Bystolic)
Beta-1 Blocker
Most selective 1 blocker; Vaso-D due NO from endothelium; reduces cholesterol, TG’s and blood glucose
Physostigmine (Eserine)
Cholinesterase Inhibitors
instill directly into eye, crosses BBB; tx glaucoma, atropine poisoning
“phyxes” atropine overdose
Cevimeline (Evoxac)
Direct acting cholinergic agonist
Selective for M3 receptors – salivation Not sweating
Acetylcholine (Miochol)
Direct acting cholinergic agonist
M and N receptors
No clinical use
acts on M and N receptors; memory, cognition, attention; Ach neurons degenerate in Alzheimer’s(nucleus basalis & hippocampus); balances DA
Esmolol (Brevibloc)
Beta-1 Blocker
1 blocker very short duration of action; give IV; tx if unsure pt can handle beta blockers
Tetrahydrazoline (Visine)
Alpha agonist
Salmeterol (Serevent)
Beta 2 agonist
selective ß2 agonist; tx asthma, relax skeletal mm BV, promote K uptake
What category of drugs are the -sartans? Example: Losartan
ARB’s
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers
More specific than ACEI’s with similar side effects except for cough and angioedema
Dicyclomine (Bentyl)
Cholinergic (muscarinic) Antagonist
Atropine
Cholinergic (muscarinic) Antagonist
early MI to decrease bradycardia or AV block, cholinesterase inhibitor posining; SE: ↑pupil dilation, cycloplegia ↓airway secretion ↓gastric acid secretion ↓GI motility ↓urgency in cystitis ↑body temp (due to ↓sweating) Other SE(dose-dependent): dry mouth/skin ↑HR blurred vision/palpitations GI effects Delerium, Think “Hot as a hare, dry as a bone, red as a beet, mad as a hatter”
Nicardipine class
Ca channel blocker
Isoproterenol (Isuprel)
Catecholamine
ß1 and ß2 agonist; emergency tx of cardiac arrest (AV block) effects: no change/slight decrease in systolic, ↓diastolic, ↓MAP, reflex ↑HR
Epinephrine (Adrenaline)
Catecholamine
low dose selective for ß1 (looks like isoproterenol), high dose all adrenergic receptors; tx anaphylactic shock, cardiac arrest & complete heart blk, glaucoma; ß2 – cause Broncho-D
effects: ↑Systolic, ↓Diastolic, no change in MAP, ↑ Pulse Pressure, reflex ↑HR (due to ↓ diastolic) CI: in pts on β-Blkrs
Clonidine (Catapres)
Alpha 2 agonist
Mecamylamine (Inversine)
Ganglion Blocker
Rarely used
nicotinic agonist effects like blocking both sympathetic and parasympathetic input; prevents vagal reflex responses to changes in blood pressure, i.e. prevents reflex bradycardia caused by NE;
SE: cycloplegia, mydriasis, blurred vision, orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, urinary retention, sexual dysfunction
Edrophonium (Tensilon)
Cholinesterase Inhibitors
binds reversibly; IV; Dx of myasthenia gravis; drug titration – strength increases to a point, then decreases; short action
Bethanechol
Cholinergic Agonist
Selective muscarinic receptors, stimulate peristalsis and urination, for post operative and neurogenic ileus
d-Tubocurarine
Non-Depolarizing NMJ Blocker
Use: surgery- paralysis, mechanical ventilation, selective for motor nicotinic receptors, Reverse with neostigmine or edrophonium
histamine release leads to hypotension + Bronchospasm
Tamsulosin (Flomax)
Alpha-1 selective blocker
selective for α1A; tx BPH w/ little effect on BP; SE:↓ejaculation
Sotalol (Betapace)
Beta-receptor blocker
Ephedrine
Alpha, Beta agonist and increases NE release
Similar effects to epinephrine but not as pronounced
Releases stored catecholamines, has direct action; uses: nasal decongestant, urinary incontinence, hypotension
Solifenacin (Vesicare)
Cholinergic (muscarinic) Antagonist
Selective M3 – tx overactive bladder
Hexamethonium
Ganglion Blocker
Rarely used
nicotinic agonist effects like blocking both sympathetic and parasympathetic input; prevents vagal reflex responses to changes in blood pressure, i.e. prevents reflex bradycardia caused by NE;
SE: cycloplegia, mydriasis, blurred vision, orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, urinary retention, sexual dysfunction
Reserpine
Causes depletion of NE, DA, 5-HT
No longer used
Pancuronium
Non-Depolarizing NMJ Blocker
Use: surgery- paralysis, mechanical ventilation, selective for motor nicotinic receptors, Reverse with neostigmine or edrophonium
vagal blockade and tachycardia
Methacholine
Cholinergic agonist
Dx of Asthma – stims M recetors in airway when inhaled
Pyridostigmine
Cholinesterase Inhibitor
Myasthenia gravis, long acting, does not penetrate CNS
Pralidoxime (2 PAM)
early tx organophosphate poisoning; CI: Carbamates(don’t age)
What are the SSx of organophosphate poisoning and how is it treated?
DUMBBELSS
Diarrhea, Urination, Miosis, Bronchospasm, Bradycardis, Excitation of skeletal muscles and CNS, Lacrimation, Sweating, Salivation
Tx: atropine + pralidoxime (2-PAM) before the aging process
Methscopolamine
Cholinergic Antagonist
Peptic Ulcer Treatment
Dyphenoxylate-atropine (Lomotil)
Cholinergic Antagonist
Combo of opoid and atropine to treat Diarrhea
Benztropine
Cholinergic Antagonist
decrease extrapyramidal symptoms of antipsychotics; Parkinson’s
Vecuronium
Non-Depolarizing Neuromuscular Blockers
Use: surgery- paralysis, mechanical ventilation, selective for motor nicotinic receptors, Reverse with neostigmine or edrophonium
liver metab; duration 20-40mins
Rocuronium
Non-Depolarizing Neuromuscular Blockers
Use: surgery- paralysis, mechanical ventilation, selective for motor nicotinic receptors, Reverse with neostigmine or edrophonium
intubation (rapid onset)
Dopamine
Catecholamine
low dose activate D1, high dose ß1 on heart; tx cardiac shock w/o VasoC
addiction, emotions, movement; Nigro-striatal DA neuron degeneration in Parkinson’s; excess = psychosis, schizophrenia
Alpha-methyldopa
Selective α2 agonist; Same as clonidine but safe in pregos
Ritrodine
Selective ß2 agonist; reduce premature uterine contractions
How do beta 2 receptors influence aqueous humor production?
Beta-2 receptors increase production of aqueous humor leading to increased IOP
Fendolapam
Selective D1 agonist; dilation of vascular beds
Tx severe HTN rapidly
What drug causes orange colored urine and what is it used to treat?
Rifampin
TB
What are the 4 first-line drugs for TB?
Isoniazid, Rifampin, Ethambutol, Pyrazinamide
Isoniazid
Treatment for TB, inhibits P450, can cause Vit B6 deficiency, hepatitis, peripheral neuropathy
Rifampin
Treatment for TB, orange colored urine, inhibits DNA dependent RNA polymerase, induces P450, hepatotoxic
Ethambutol
Treatment for TB, causes color blindness and decreased visual acuity
Pyrazinamide
Treatment for TB, causes non-gouty arthralgia
Common P450 inducers
Rifampin Phenobarbitol Carbamazepine Phenytoin St. John's wart Corticosteroids Efavirenz Pioglitazone
Common P450 inhibitors
Isoniazid Cimetidine Azole antifungals Erythromycin Grapefruit juice SSRI's
What are common toxicities from aminoglycosides like Streptomycin?
Ototoxicity
Nephrotoxicity
Terazosin, Doxazosin
Alpha receptor blocker
selective for α1; lack of α2 block reduces likelihood of reflex tachycardia; Tx: BPH and HTN Tox: 1st dose orthostatic hypotension; CI: w/ Viagra
Yohimbine
α2 selective antagonist; increases NE release; acts opposite Clonidine
Mirtazapine
α2 selective antagonist; use: depression w/ insomnia; SE: sedation, inc. serum cholesterol, inc. appetite
Timolol
Beta Blocker
non-selective competitive antagonist; tx glaucoma(↓ aqueous humor production; CI: asthmatics
Labetalol
Beta Blocker
blocks ß1 ß2 and α1; IV tx hypertensive emergency; SE: liver injury
Guanethidine
Replaces NE in vesicles decreasing its release
Used for HTN
Reserpine
Antipsychotic, anti HTN Inhibits VMAT Decreases catecholamines Increases cholinergic effects in body–ANS, GI, BV, smooth muscle Not used much
Metyrosine
blocks tyrosine hydroxylase, ↓synthesis of catecholamines; pre-surgical tx of pheochromocytoma
Serotonin
decrease=depression, anxiety; excess = sleep; raphe nuc to limbic
GABA
major inhibitory in CNS, interneurons; ↑=anxiety relief; ↓ = seizures (↑NMDA activity)
GABAA - ↑Cl conductance (Barbs, Benzos, EtOH)
GABAB - ↑K, ↓Ca conductance (Baclofen)
Glutamate
major excitatory in CNS; inotropic, metabotropic; etoh blocks @ NMDA; NMDA receptor(glycine must bind) – learning, memory, long
term potentiation; ↑Glutamate = seizures
Glycine
inhibitory; brain stem & spinal cord interneurons; blocked by strychnine
Neuropeptides
endogenous opiates; endorphins, enkephalin, substance P
Cannabinoids
THC; memory, cognition, pain
What causes Parkinson’s?
Nigrostriatal dopaminergic neurons - SN to caudate/putamen (part of striatum); degeneration → ↓DA (& relative ↑Ach activity) → Parkinson’s
DA metabolism
tyrosine → l-dopa (dopa decarboxylase) → dopamine (MAO-B & COMT) → HVA; DA doesn’t cross BBB, l-dopa does cross BBB
L-Dopa (Levodopa)
Parkinson’s drug
symptomatic relief only; greatly metabolized in GI and periphery →nausea and vomiting, vasodialte(↑ DA receptor axn)
DA doesn’t cross BBB, l-dopa does cross BBB
Carbidopa/Levodopa
Parkinson’s Drugs
carbidopa: inh dopa decarboxylase; carbidopa does not cross BBB; ↑ l-dopa entry into brain→↓ dose required; ↓peripheral effects; ↓effectiveness w/ time (3-4 years) due to continued loss of DA neurons;
SE: nausea, postural hypotension, psychosis***(tx w/ clozapine, aripiprazole), insomnia, dyskinesia; Rapid withdrawal = NMS; Intraxn: MAOI’s → hypertensive crisis; CI: psychosis, malignant melanoma
Selegiline
Parkinson’s Drug
inh MAO-B dopamine availability; ↓ROS, may slow disease progression; used w/ l-dopa/carbidopa; insomnia; CI: w/ meperidine
Bromocriptine
Parkinson’s Drug
direct DA receptor agonist→ effectiveness does not ↓ with time; SE: erythromelalgia – red, tender, swollen feet
Pramipexole, Ropinirole
Parkinson’s Drugs
DA receptor agonist; well tolerated, initial tx; ↓ restless legs SE: sudden sleep
Amantadine
Parkinson’s Drug
antiviral; may ↑ DA release; SE: psychosis, seizures, spotting of skin; reddish blue spots on body
Benztropine
Parkinson’s Drug
anti-muscarinic; restores DA-Ach balance; ↓ tremor, ↓ rigidity; little effect on bradykinesia
Tolcapone
Parkinson’s Drug
COMT Inhibitors – prevent L-dopa degradation, dopamine available; Not as good as Selegiline. SE: liver disease
What NT changes occur in Alzheimer’s?
Confusion, memory loss, personality changes → anxiety, difficulty recognizing family/friends → loss of speech, appetite, bladder control
Degeneration of cholinergic neurons – nuc basalis of Meynert to cerebral cortex & hippocampus; ↓Ach levels; eventual ↓ in NE & 5HT
Memantine
Alzheimer drug
NMDA antagonist – prevents glutamate neurotoxicity→ may slow disease progression; SE: dizziness, confusion, hallucinations, mostly urinary
Donepezil, Tacrine, Rivastigmine, Galantamine
Alzheimer drugs cross BBB (diff. from, eg, neostigmine), Inhibit AChE in the brain; GI SEs, nausea, dizziness(Tacrine Liver probs)
Barbiturate characteristics
Bind GABAA, enhance axn independent of GABA(prolongs opening of Cl- channel); hypnosis; Low safety margin; life threatening withdrawal; schedule II of III; synergy w/ EtOH; Cyp450 inducer
SE: CNS depression, mood distortion, ↓respiratory drive, ↓BP, ↓REM sleep; CI: porphyria
Tx of OD: diuresis/alkalinization of urine, don’t give stimulant; SUPRA-additive w/ other CNS depressants
Phenobarbital
Barbiturate
Long acting, anticonvulsant
Phenobarbital
Barbiturate