Pharma-FinalReview(lec3)

The priority in tx of cough is ?
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The priority in tx of cough is ?
to treat the underlying cause when possible.
Codeine therapeutic effects?
(1)Dec sensitivity of cough centers in the CNS to peripheral stimuli
(2)Dec mucosal secretions
Which of the following is true about ADRs caused by Codeine ?
A.Constipation
B.Dysphoria
C.Fatigue
D.Has an addictive potential
E.All of the above
Dextromethorphan is a synthetic derivative of?
Morphine
True about dextromorphan ?
A.In low doses ,it has a low addictive profile .
B.Has significantly safer side effect profile than codeine and is equally effective for cough suppression .
C.it's a synthetic derivative of morphine
D.It's a potential drug of abuse since it may cause dysphoria at high doses .
E.All of the above
Guaifenesin is an example of a(n)
A- expectorant
B- antitussive
C- bronchodilator
D- mucolytic agent
expectorant
True about Benzonatate (Tessalon)?
A.peripherally acting antitussive
B.Anesthetics the stretch receptors located in respiratory passages ,lungs ,pleura .
C.It's side effects include : dizziness ,numbness of the tongue , mouth ,and throat .
D.All of the above
Allergic Rhinitis main sx include :
A.Watery Rhinorrhea
B.Itchy nose/eyes
C.Sneezing
D.Nasal congestion
E.All of the above
E
Antihistamines are effective in management of which sx of allergic rhinitis ?
(1)Sneezing
(2)Watery rhinorrhea
(3)Itchy nose/eyes
Combinations of antihistamines with __________are effective when congestion is a feature of rhinitis
decongestants
Which of the following antihistamines usually *avoided* due to its *sedentary*-effect : A.Diphenhydramine B.Chloropheniramine C.Fexodenadine D.Loratadine E.A and BE*Isn't a 2nd-generation antihistamine* : A.Diphenhydramine B.Azelastine C.Desloratadine D.Cetirizine E.FexofenadineAMost effective medication class for controlling symptoms of allergic rhinitis is ?Intranasal CorticosteroidsSide effects of *intranasal corticosteroids* include : A-Nasal Irritation B-Nosebleed C-Sore Throat D-Candidiasis E-All of the aboveAll of the aboveFor pts w/ *chronic rhinitis* ,using intramural corticosteroids , improvement of sx occurs : A.1-2 weeks after starting therapy B.3-4 weeks after starting therapy C.Few days after starting therapy D.Improvement is dose-dependantA : 1-2 weeks*Phenylephrine* is an example of ________ nasal decongestant : A.Beta-agonist , short-acting B.Alpha-agonist , short-acting C.Beta-agonist, long-acting D.Alpha-agonist , long-actingB*Oxymetazoline* is an example of ________ nasal decongestant : A.Beta-agonist , short-acting B.Alpha-agonist , short-acting C.Beta-agonist, long-acting D.Alpha-agonist , long-actingD*Alpha-agonist intranasal* formulations should be used *no longer than 3 days* , that is bcz ?The risk of *rebound nasal congestion* (aka rhinitis medicamentosa)*Cromolyn* use in allergic rhinitis is most effective when administered : A.Before contact w/ allergen . B.By the time of contact w/ allergen. C.Few hours after contact w/ allergen . D.None of the above .A : *before**Ipratropium* is effective in management which sx of allergic rhinitis : A.Nasal congestion B.Rhinorrhea C.Sneezing D.CoughB :*Rhinorrhea* also rhinorrhea associated w/ common cold