Respiratory Flashcards

1
Q

Exam:

A selective drug only works in receptors it’s selected for

True or false

A

False

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2
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What is a B2 adrenoreceptor agonist

A

Adenylyl cyclase is a membrane-bound enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of ATP to cAMP. [1] cAMP, an intracellular second messenger, activates protein kinase A by dissociating its regulatory subunit from the catalytic subunit.

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What is a selective B2 adrenoreceptor agonist

A

Salmeterol
Formeterol

12hr duration - long acting

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4
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What do anticholinergics do

A

Block parasympathetic action

Short acting - ipratropium
Long acting - tiotropium

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