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Rhinitis, Coughs, Colds & Flu Flashcards

1
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Rhinitis?

A

Inflammation of nasal mucous membranes

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What are the two different kinds of rhinitis?

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  1. Infectious
    -Viral(colds and flu)
    -Bacterial(sinusitis0
  2. Non-infectious:
    -Allergic
    -Non-allergic(vasomotor)
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What is bacterial sinusitis treated with?

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Treated with appropriate antibiotics & nasal irrigation(saline solution) sprays

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4
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Which immunoglobulins mediate Rhinitis?

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IgE

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5
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Non-allergic rhinitis

Vasomotor or chronic?

A

Chronic

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6
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Symptoms of non-allergic rhinitis?

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-Sneezing & Congestion
-Rhinitis
-Postnasal drip
-Phlegm
-Cough

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Aetiology of non-allergic rhinitis?

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Hyper-responsiveness of the nerve endings in the nostril

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Triggers of non-allergic rhinitis?

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-Odours
-Irritation in the air(smoke)
-Changes in the weather
-Medication(aspirin, beta-blockers, sedatives and antidepressants)
-Foods & beverages(alcohol)
-Hormonal changes

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What is the treatment of non-allergic rhinitis?

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-Nasal-corticosteriods
-Short-term decongestant

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10
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Allergic rhinitis symptoms?

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-Itching
-Sneezing
-Rhinorrhea & ocular symptoms
-Little effect on congetsion

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11
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Which second generation antihistamines treat allergic rhinitis ?

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Loratadine
Cetirizine
Fexofenadine
Rupatadine

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12
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Which receptor (classification) does the Rupatadine receptor act on?

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Antagonist at the PAF receptor-G-coupled receptor

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When is Rupatadine effective and what is its usage?

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Early and late phase
&
Long lasting H1-antagonist

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14
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Intranasal corticosteroids drugs antihistamines?

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A Long Nose

-Azelastine
-Levocabastine
-intraNasal corticosteroids

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15
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Cromoglyic acid?

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Intermittent allergic rhinitis

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16
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Intranasal corticosteroids uses?

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-Anti-inflammatory action
-Decreased mucosal oedema
-Decreased number of mast cells

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17
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Intranasal corticosteroids systemic effects?

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Little Systemic effect

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18
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Intranasal corticosteroids S/E?

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-Dry nose
-Nasal bleeding
-Irritation of the throat
-Transient stinging
-Adrenal suppression(excessive use)

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19
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Intranasal corticosteroids drugs?

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BBF-CTM

Beclomethasone
Budesonide
Fluticasone
Ciclesonide
Triamcinolene
Mometasone

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Which antihistamines can not be used for children?

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Intranasal corticosteroids
esp: Beclomethasone

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21
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What are nasal preps?

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  1. Mesna(Mistabron)
    -Used for nasal obstruction dur to thick secretions

2.Sodium chloride(saline drops/spray)
-Safe to use in pregnancy, infants, babies and children under two

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22
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Which drug is safe to use in children under two?

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Sodium Chloride

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23
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Types of influenza medication?

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  1. Neurominidase inhibitor(Influenza A & B)
  2. NMDA-receptor antagonist
    (Influenza A only)
24
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Neurominidase inhibitor drugs?

A

Oseltamivir
Zanamivir

25
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Neurominidase inhibitor MOA?

A

Inhibit the neurominidase(sialidase) enzyme in both influenza A and B virus

26
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Neurominidase inhibitor indications?

A

-Used for prevention and treatment
-Ability to limit the spread of the viral infection but only modest reduction in the symptoms duration

27
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Neurominidase inhibitor admin time?

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Should be taken within 24-48hrs of the onset of symptoms

28
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NMDA-receptor antagonists drugs?

A

Amantadine
Rimantadine

29
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NMDA-receptor indications?

A

-Influenza A only
-Used for the prevention and treatment

30
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NMDA-receptor MOA?

A

M2 protein-selective ion channel of the influenza A but ineffective agonist influenza B

31
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What limits the usefulness of NMDA?

A

Widespread viral resistance and unwanted S/E limit the usefulness

32
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Vaccine S/E?

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-Flu-like symptoms within 2-24hrs after vaccination
-Pain and treatment at the site of the infection

33
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Vaccine ADR?

A

Allergic reactions

34
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Antitussive agents?

A

Cough suppressant mechanism to clear the throat of foreign particles and mucus

35
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Antitussive agents drugs?

A

Opiodanalgesics (dextromethaphan, codeine, pholcodeine)

36
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Antitussive agents S/E?

A

Sedation, constipation and nausea

37
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Demulgents?

A

Consists of sugar, lemon, honey and glycerol

38
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Demulgents increases what?

A

Saliva production and swallowing

39
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Demulgent indication?

A

Useful for a dry irritated throat?

40
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Expectorants?

A

Chesty coughs and increase the volume of bronchial secretions and reduces viscosity

41
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Expectorants drugs?

A

GAS

Guaiphenesin
Ammonium citrate
Sodium Citrate

42
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Mucolytic agents?

A

Alters the structure of mucus and decreases viscosity

43
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Mucolytic agents drugs?

A

Nose Come Back

Carbocisteine
Bromhexine
N-acetylcysteine

44
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Mucolytic agents S/E?

A

Nausea, vomiting and headaches

45
Q

Which mucolytic agent is used in cystic fibrosis?

A

Dornase alfaf

46
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Mucokinetics/Bronchodilators

A

Enhance mucocillary function

47
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Mucokinetics/Bronchodilators CI?

A

Cardiac arrhythmia
Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Uncontrolled HT

48
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Mucokinetics/Bronchodilators drugs?

A

B2 adrenergic agonists: terbutaline, orciprenaline

Xanthines: eg: theophylline

49
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Decongestants time uses and why?

A

Only short-term(4-5days) for periods of congestion

DON’T USE OVER 5 days

50
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Local decongestants drugs?

A

Oxymetazoline
Xylmetazoline
Phenylephrine

51
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What are drug induced overuse of decongestant nasal sprays?

A

Pseudoephedrine

52
Q

Which mucolytic agent splits disulphide bonds into mucoproteins?

A

Acetylcysteine/N-acetylcysteine

53
Q

Which mucolytic agent is used in cystic fibrosis?

A

Acetylcysteine/N-acetylcysteine

54
Q

Dornase alfa side effect?

A

May cause voice alterations

55
Q

What is the durations the nasal decongestants?

A

Short duration: Phenylephrine

Longer duration:
Oxymetazoline & Xylometazoline

56
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MOA of nasal decongestants?

A

Alpha-1 adrenergic receptor: Phenylephrine, Oxymetazoline & Xylometazoline

Mixed-action adrenergic agonist(alpha-1 and beta-2)- Ephedrine + Phenylpropanolaime

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