Test 1 Alpha-1 agonist

Question 1

drugs

Answer 1

• Naphcon
• Neosynephrine
• Epinephrine
• Sudafed
• OcuClear
• Afrin
• Privine

Question 2

Naphcon, Privine

Answer 2

• naphazoline
• alpha adrenergic agonist
• used for ocular vasoconstrictor and topical nasal decongestant
• limit use to < 3 days due to rebound congestion

Question 3

OcuClear, Afrin

Answer 3

• oxymetazoline
• alpha adrenergic agonist
• • limit use to < 3 days due to rebound congestion

Question 4

Sudafed

Answer 4

• pseudoephedrine
• alpha adrenergic agonist
• increase NE release
• used for nasal congestion
• nasal and systemic vessel constriction
• max dose: 60mg Q4-6H
• schedule V
• adverse effects: increase BP and HR, insomnia

Question 5

Sudafed-PE, Neosynephrine

Answer 5

• phenylephrine
• alpha adrenergic agonist
• limit topical use to <= 3 days due to rebound congestion
• oral form can also cause rebound congestion
• can also cause midriasis

Question 6

Epinephrine

Answer 6

• alpha and beta adrenergic receptor agonist
• used in allergic reactions
• bronchodilation
• vasoconstriction