Pharmacology of Allergy & Asthma Flashcards
1
Q
block action of histamine
1st line of therapy for allergic rhinitis
A
antihistamines
2
Q
mast cell stabilizer preventing degranulation of cell and relase of mediators
antiinflammatory reaction by reducing inflammatory cell activation
A
cromolyn sodium
3
Q
one of the safest drugs for mild to moderate allergic asthma, EIA, cold induced asthma
A
cromolyn sodium
4
Q
prophylactice use only - not for asthma attack
response may take 2 to 4 weeks
A
cromolyn sodium
5
Q
ALPHA
A
blood vessels
- vasoconstriction (HTN)
- CNS stimulation
6
Q
BETA 1
A
Heart
- tachycardia
- arrhythmias
7
Q
BETA 2
A
Lungs
- bronchodilation
- muscle tremor
8
Q
BETA 2 Agonist
A
bronchodilators
for acute asthma or wheezing
prevents EIA
9
Q
parasympathetic block effects producing bronchodilation and decreased congestion
A
anticholinergic
