Pharmacology Fundamentals Flashcards
1
Q
Both agonists and antagonists bind to ____________
A
Receptors
2
Q
A drug that binds to receptors and has a biologic effect
A
Agonist
3
Q
A drug that binds to receptors and has no effect, but can block, inhibit, or reverse other agents
A
Antagonist
4
Q
What are three types of antagonists
A
- Blockers
- Inhibitors
- Reversal agents
5
Q
Simplified def of pharmacodynamics
A
What a drug does to the body
6
Q
Simplified def of pharmacokinetics
A
What the body does to the drug
7
Q
What are three beneficial characteristics of opioids
A
- Effective
- Fast
- Safe
8
Q
Mu receptor for opioids
A
Primary analgesic
9
Q
Kappa receptor for opioids
A
Primary sedation
10
Q
Delta receptor for opioids
A
Spinal analgesia
