PODA-Migraine Flashcards
Activation of ______ receptors in cranial blood vessels causes _________.
5-HT1B; Vasoconstriction
Activation of prejunctional 5HT1D receptors on trigeminal fibers inhibits what?
CGRP release
Which serotonin receptor is located on both blood vessels and within the trigeminal ganglion, and trigeminal nucleus caudalis.
5HT1F
CGRP is a potent vasodilatory peptide, causes _________________ and modulates __________.
Inflammation and modulates pain signaling
TorF: Elevated CGRP levels are shown during migraine attacks and in pain free intervals?
True
TorF: CRGP also causes mast cell degranulation which activates nociceptors
True
What leads to photophobia in migraines?
CGRP enhancing synaptic excitability
What are the two ergot alkaloids that are used to treat migraines?
Ergotamine and dihydroergotamine
What classes of medications are used in the TREATMENT of migraines?
Ergot alkaloids, triptans, ditans, gepants
What classes of medications are used in the prophylaxis of migraines?
- Anti-CGRP monoclonal antibodies
- Onabotulinum Toxin A (Botox)
- b-adrenoceptor blockers : propranolol
- Tricyclic antidepressants: Elavil, Effexor
- Anticonvulsants: valproic acid, topiramate
- Calcium channel blockers: verapamil
TorF: Some 5HT receptors have analgesic properties?
True
Which class of medications act on serotonin receptors?
Ergot alkaloids, triptans, ditans
Ergot alkaloids act as agonists or antagonists at which receptors?
5HT1A, 5HT1D, a-, and dopamine receptors
This medication acts on 5HT1B/1D receptors on intracranial arteries to cause vasoconstriction in migraines…
Ergotamine
Ergotamine has a drug intx with what other drugs? and why?
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- Macrolides(Infections)
- Fluoxetine(SSRI)
- Grapefruit juice