Respiratory - Antihistimine Flashcards
1
Q
What is Generation 2 medication
A
cetirizine - zyrtec
2
Q
what is the action?
same or different?
A
blocks histamin H1 receptor
same action
3
Q
Which gen has this side
- sedation and CNS depression with excessive dosin
A
generation 1
4
Q
less sedating
A
generation 2
5
Q
What is the therapeutic use for generations? same or different?
A
allergy management and congestion from common cold
- same use
6
Q
what side(s) do both generations have?
A
dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary hesitancy/retention, and N/V
7
Q
What is Generation 1 medication
A
diphenhydramine - benadryl
8
Q
how many generations?
Whats the difference?
A
2 generations
Gen 2 is less sedating
