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Chlorpheniramine
1st gen H1 antagonist
Diphenhydramine
1st gen H1 antagonist
Pyrilamine
1st gen H1 antagonist
Cyclizine
1st gen H1 antagonist
Promethazine
1st gen H1 antagonist, anti adrenoceptor action = prevents ortho htn
Cyproheptadine
1st gen H1 antagonist and 5HT antagonist, prevents post gastrectomy dump syndrome
Fexofenadine
2nd gen H1 antagonist (doesn't pass BBB as well = less sleepy)
Loratadine
2nd gen H1 antagonist (doesn't pass BBB as well = less sleepy), aka Claratin
Cetirizine
2nd gen H1 antagonist (doesn't pass BBB as well = less sleepy)
Acrivastine
2nd gen H1 antagonist (doesn't pass BBB as well = less sleepy)
Dexfenfluramine
5HT anorectic
Buspirone
5HT1a agonist, anxiolytic
Sumatriptan
5HT1d/b agonist. Reduces migranes by vasoconstricting
Ritaserine
5HT2 antagonist. Reduces thromboxane formation
Ondansetron
5HT3 antagonist. Treats GI SE of chemo.
Ketanserine
5HT1c and 5HT2 antagonist. Used to treat HTN in the EU.
Dinoprostane
PGE2 analog which has an oxytocic use. Stimulates uterus contraction. Used for abortion in 2nd trimes.
Misoprostol
PGE1 analog and used in RU486 as a combo pill. Aka day after pill, used to induce uterine contractions and expel fetus. Also inhibits gastric secretion, used to tx ulcers.
Alprostadil
PGE1 analog. Used to maintain patency of ductus arteriosus. Has smooth muscle relaxing effect.
Indomethacin
COX1-I, NSAID
Sulindac
COX1-I, NSAID
Ibuprofen
COX1/2-I, NSAID
Nabumetone
COX2-I, NSAID
Coxibs
COX2-I, NSAID
Naproxen
COX1/2-I, NSAID
Aspirin
irreversible inhibition of XOC. Prophylactic for TIA/unstable angina. Degrades to salicyclic acid. Reduces thrombosis in coronary artery bypass, MI.
Dexamethasone
PLA2 inhibition by chelation of substrate, lipcortins, annexins, COX2 expression
Celecoxib
aka Celebrex. COX2-I for RA tx.
Rofecoxib
aka Vioxx. COX2-I for RA tx.
Epoprostol
PGI2 derivative used to treat primary pulm HTN
Latanoprost
PGF2alpha derivative. Topically active. Used to tx glaucoma.
Carboprost tromethamine
PGF2alpha derivative. Used for early/2nd trimes abortion.
Dazoxiben
TxA2 synthase inhibitor. Used to tx coronary artery dz
Zileuton
5LOX-I. Prevents exercise induced asthma
Monteleukast
aka Singulair. LT-R antagonist
Zafirleukast
LT-R antagonist
Captopril
ACE-I
Enalapril
ACE-I
Ramipril
ACE-I
Losartan
AT1-R antagonist. Same as ACE-I but no cough SE.
Aliskiren
inhibits catalytic activity of renin
Verapamil
CCB, phenylalkylamine. More selective for cardiac than vasc tissue. Tx angina, HTN, atrial arrhythmias, vasc HA
Nifedipine
CCB, dihydropyridine. Tx angina, HTN. Short lived so must be taken 3-4X/day
Amlodipine
CCB, dihydropyridine. Tx angina, HTN
Felodipine
CCB, dihydropyridine. Tx angina, HTN
Isradipine
CCB, dihydropyridine. Tx angina, HTN
Nicardipine
CCB, dihydropyridine. Tx angina, HTN, subarachnoid hemorrhage
Diltiazem
CCB, benzothiazipine. Tx angina, HTN, atrial arrhythmia.
Bepridil
CCB. Treats angina.
Gallopamil
CCB, phenylalkylamine. Used in the ED only
Mimodapine
CCB, dihydropyridine. Very lipophillic, used in subarrachnoid hemorrhage by decreasing vasospasms due to berry aneurysm.
Ergonovine
Ergot, amine side chain, reactive at 5HT-R
Methyl ergonovine
Ergot, amine side chain, reactive at 5HT-R
Methysergide
Ergot, amine side chain, reactive at 5HT-R
Ergotamine
Ergot, amino acid side chain, reactive at alpha and DA receptors
Dihydroergotamine
Ergot, amino acid side chain, reactive at alpha and DA receptors
Bromocriptine
Ergot, amino acid side chain, DA agonist, reactive at alpha and DA receptors
Theophylline
a methylxanthine. Poorly soluble and must be complexed with ethyldiamine to form aminophylline
Amyl nitrite
organic nitrate, liquid capsule, via inhalation, short acting, used recreationally as a "popper",
Nitroglycerin
organic nitrate, 3 molecules of NO2, encounteres nitrate reductase and releases NO, via transdermal, subQ, buccal, low oral bioavailbility due to liver
Isosorbide dinitrate
organic nitrate, can be given orally
Atenolol
B-blocker, decrease HR and contractility,
Metoprolol
B-blocker, decrease HR and contractility,
Propranolol
B-blocker, decrease HR and contractility, also local anestheic, causes nightmares,
Nadolol
B-blocker, decrease HR and contractility
Esmolol
B-blocker, decrease HR and contractility, ZERO bioavailability. Used onlyin emergencies b/c it has fast and quickly ending action
Clopidogrel
ADP antagonist. Usd to tx unstable angina.
Dipyridamole
can cause coronary Steal syndrome
Acetazolamide
carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, decreased H+ secretion by the proximl tubule, diurectic, treats: glaucoma, acute mtn sickness, edema, antiepileptic, metabolic alkalosis.
Dichlorphenamide
carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, decreased H+ secretion by the proximl tubule, diurectic, treats: glaucoma, acute mtn sickness, edema, antiepileptic, metabolic alkalosis.
Methazolamide
carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, decreased H+ secretion by the proximl tubule, diurectic, treats: glaucoma, acute mtn sickness, edema, antiepileptic, metabolic alkalosis.
Mannitol
Osmotic diuretic. Restricts reabsorption across H2O permeable membranes. Used for glaucoma, high ICP, and anuria due to rhabdomyolysis. Causes hypovolemia. ContraI= CHF.
Glycerin
Osmotic diuretic. Restricts reabsorption across H2O permeable membranes. Used for glaucoma, high ICP, and anuria due to rhabdomyolysis. Causes hypovolemia. ContraI= CHF. Also a lubricant
Furosemide
Loop diuretic (inhibits Na/2Cl/K triporter), sulfonamide. High ceiling diuretic.
Ethacrynic acid
Loop diuretic (inhibits Na/2Cl/K triporter), NON-sulfonamide. Prodrug that joins with cystein to become active.
Bumetanide
Loop diuretic (inhibits Na/2Cl/K triporter), sulfonamide
Torsemide
Loop diuretic (inhibits Na/2Cl/K triporter), sulfonamide
Probenecid
used to treat gout, interferes with organic acid transport, block action of loop diurectics.
Thiazide
diuretic, inhibits Na/Cl symporter in distal convoluted tubule
Hydrochlorothiazide
thiazide-like, inhibits Na/Cl symporter in distal convoluted tubule
Indapamide
thiazide-like, inhibits Na/Cl symporter in distal convoluted tubule
Amiloride
diuretic, inhibits renal ENaC, K-sparing diuretic
Triamterene
diuretic, inhibits renal ENaC, K-sparing diuretic
Spironolactone
mineralcorticoid receptor antagonist
Eplerenone
mineralcorticoid receptor antagonist
Conivaptan
vasopressin receptor antagonist. Used to tx hyponatremia
Sodium Bicarbonate
irreversible , systemic, antacid. Produces alkalosis
Magnesium hydroxide
reversible, nonsystemic, antacid; can cause renal toxicity and diarrhea
Aluminum hydroxide
reversible, nonsystemic, antacid, can cause constipation
Calcium Carbonate
reversible, nonsystemic, antacid
Pirenziepine
M1 antagonist. Used to treat gastric acid production
Telenzepine
M1 antagonist. Used to treat gastric acid production
Cimetidine
H2-R antagonist, least potent, inhibits P450
Ranitidine
H2-R antagonist, mid-range potency, inhibits P450
Famotidine
H2-R antagonist, most potent.
Nizatidine
H2-R antagonist, mid-range potency,. Most bioavailable.
Omeprazole
H+K+ ATPase inhibitor (Proton pump inhibitor), prodrug
Lansoprezole
H+K+ ATPase inhibitor (Proton pump inhibitor), prodrug
Misoprostol
Prostaglandin, reduces acid. PGE-1 analog, only indicated for NSAID inudced ulcer treatment
Sucralfate (carafate)
in acid conditions, aluminum is lost leaving a polar anion. Anion binds to damaged areas and prevents further acid action
Bismuth
antimicrobial activitiy. Binds to affected areas and prevents further dmg
Metoclopramide
DA antagonist with cholinomimetic properties. 5HT3/4 antagonist. Usd to tx nausea, vomiting assocaited with chemo. Increases gastric emptying and can be used to treat reflux
Castor oil
hydrolyzed to ricinoleic acid by pancreatic lipases to inc cAMP. Rapid onset (3h). Stimulant laxative
Diphenylmethane
stimulant laxative, effects on large I, 6hr onset
Bisacodyl
stimulant laxative, converted to active deactylated metabolite in colon. 6-8hr onset
Phenolphthalein
stimulant laxative
Senna
anthraquinones. stimulant laxative, converted to active aglyconse in colon, 6-8hr onset. Stimulate enteric nerve to increase motility
Cascara
anthraquinones. stimulant laxative, converted to active aglyconse in colon, 6-8hr onset. Stimulate enteric nerve to increase motility
Aloes
anthraquinones. stimulant laxative, converted to active aglyconse in colon, 6-8hr onset. Stimulate enteric nerve to increase motility
Bran
bulk laxative, increase fluid uptake, inc peristalsis, takes 1-3 days to act
Psyllium
bulk laxative, increase fluid uptake, inc peristalsis, takes 1-3 days to act
Cellulose
bulk laxative, increase fluid uptake, inc peristalsis, takes 1-3 days to act
Dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate
surface acting, wetting agent, laxative. Lowers surface tension to allow fecal penetration by water. 1-3 day onset
Polyethylene glycol
electrolyte solution for rapid evauation of bowel, rapid effect
Lactulose
synthetic dissacharide used as a laxative. 1-3 day onset. Major use is reduction of blood ammonia in chronic portal HTN and hepatic encepalopathy
Diphenoxylate
meperidine analog. Tx diarrhea. Inhibits peristalsis. Combined with atropine (and called lomotil) to prevent abuse potential
Loperamide
piperidine analog. Doesn’t cross BBB. Used to tx diarrhea
Kaolin
combined with opiates and binds intestinal wall to inhibit effect of the irritant. Anti-diarrhetic.
Pancrelipase
used for enzyme insufficiency. Replaces amylase, lipase, and protease
Ursodiol
dissolution of cholesterol gallstones. Takes 12-24 months to get rid of gall stones
Amitryptyline
TCAs that can be used to tx IBS
Desipramine
TCAs that can be used to tx IBS
Lubiprostone
PGE derivative. Activates type 2 Cl channel and inc Cl secretion. Treats constipation IBS
Dicyclomine
antispasmodic. Muscarinic antagonist used to tx IBS. Can cause blurry vision and dry mouth
Hyoscyamine
antispasmodic. Muscarinic antagonist used to tx IBS. Can cause blurry vision and dry mouth
Alosetran
5HT3 antagonist. For women w severe IBS w diarrhea. Only used in resistant cases
Tegaserod
5HT4 agonist. Used for women w IBS constipation. Withdrawn in 2007
5-ASA
aka 5-aminosalicyclic acid. Treats IBD (UC and chrons). Types are pentasa, asacol, lialda.
Azathioprine
Treats IBD (UC/crohns). Converted to 5-mercaptopurine.
6-mercaptopurine
Treats IBD (UC/crohns). Converted to thioguanine which has immunosuppresive activity
Methotrexate
treats IBD (UC/crohns). Maintains remission in crohns. Inhibits dihydrofolate reductase. Prevents synthesis of purines and thymididine. SE = BM suppression, megablastic anemia, alopecia.
Infliximab
TNFalpha antibody; treats IBD (UC/Crohn's); given IV
Adalimumab
TNFalpha antibody; treats IBD (UC/Crohn's); given subQ
Certolizumab
TNFalpha antibody; treats IBD (UC/Crohn's); given subQ
Natalizumab
anti-Integrin antibody (of alpha4 subunit). Used to tx severe Crohn's.
Odansetron
5HT3 antagonist, used to tx chemo-induced nausea and vomiting
Aprepitant
neurokinin antagonist. Used to treat chemo-induced nausea and vomiting
Droperidol
treats nausea and vomiting. A phenothiazine
Meclozine
H1 and muscarinic antagonist. Treats motion sickness. No drowsyness
Nabilone
cannabinoid used to treat chemo-induced nausea and vomiting
Dronabinol
cannabinoid used to treat chemo-induced nausea and vomiting
Scopolamine
M antagonist. Used to treat motion sickness
Guanethidine
NE release inhibitor at the post gang sympathetic terminals. Lowers BP. SE = orthstatic hypotension, sexual dysfxn
Methyldopa
adrenergic inhibiting drug. Good for preecampsia (last tri of gestation). Converted to alphaNE, replaces NE in vesicles and is an agonist of the alpha2-R at the NTS
Prazosin
alpha1 antagonist. Acts by decreasing PVR to lower BP. SE = orthostatic htn, sexual dysfxn. Used to tx pheochromocytoma
Hydralazine
direct vasodilator of smooth muscle and activates K+ channels. Treats HTN. Not effective long term. Causes hyperpolarization whichclosesthe voltage gated Ca channels.
Minoxidil
direct vasodilator of smooth muscle and activates K+ channels. Treats HTN. Not effective long term. Causes hyperpolarization whichclosesthe voltage gated Ca channels.