Xantines Flashcards
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Example
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Theophylline
2
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MoA
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Phosphodiesterase Inhibitor Reduces breakdown of cAMP/cGMP Block adenosine receptors Activates histone deacetylase to reverse resistance to corticosteroid
3
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Indications
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Steps 3/4 Asthma
4
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ADR
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Dysrhythmia
Seizures
5
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Prescribing Advice
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Metabolised by CYP450 enzyme in Liver
Narrow Therapeutic Window
X Heart conditions, Acute Porphyria
Jaundice in neonates