Pharmacology- WIlliam Carey University Exam Already Graded A+

Tetrahydrozoline - CORRECT ANSWER-topical nasal decongestant, nasal spray that vasoconstricts, leading to decreased edema & inflammation of nasal membranes. Symptom relief of nasal & nasaopharyngeal congestion due to cold, sinusitis and allergies. Albuterol - CORRECT ANSWER-Bronchodilator (sympathomimetic), rescue inhaler, stimulates beta 2 adrenergic in bronchioles and bronchi resulting in bronchodilation. Theopyline - CORRECT ANSWER-Bronchodilator (xanthine), given PO & IV, relief & prevention of asthma and bronchospasm associated with COPD. Epinephrine - CORRECT ANSWER-Bronchodilator (sympathomimetic), Treat anaphylactic reactions, asthma attacks, relieve resp. distress bc of COPD & asthma. Ipratropium *Atrovent* or Tiotropium *spiriva* - CORRECT ANSWERBronchodilator (Anticholinergic), Long term management of asthma & COPD. Given in combination with Albuterol. Acetylcysteine *Mucomyst* - CORRECT ANSWER-Mucolytic, Liquefy mucus in respiratory tract, acetametaphine toxicity antidote. Guafenesin - CORRECT ANSWER-Expectorant, Liquefies respiratory secretions. Facilitates removal of mucus in resp tract. Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) - CORRECT ANSWER-first generation antihistamine, Blocks the effect of histamine at h1 receptor sites. Good for seasonal and perennial rhinitis, conjuntivitis, motion sickness, parkinsonism, sleep aid, cough suppressant. Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) - CORRECT ANSWER-oral decongestant, relieve nasal decongestant and promote nasal & sinus drainage, relieve eustachian tube congestion. Dextromethorphan (Delsym) - CORRECT ANSWER-Antitussive, for nonproductive cough, depresses the cough center in the medulla. S/E: Drowsiness, dizziness, resp depression & dry mouth N/I: Monitor cough type and frequency, Instruct not to eat or drink for 30 minBudesonide (Pulmicort) - CORRECT ANSWER-inhaled corticosteroid- prevents and treats asthma, decreases inflammation in airway, acts locally. Taken with bronchodilator S/E: irritability, headache, local infection, & rebound congetion N/I: Admin IH, rinse mouth after ih, assess resp system Zafirlukast - CORRECT ANSWER-leukotriene receptor antagonist- Long term treatment of asthma, prevent acute asthma attacks, blocks leukotriene receptors, blocks airway edema & inflammation in airway. S/E: Headache, dizziness, nausea, pain, fever, infection N/I: Admin PO BID, assess resp system, do NOT take for acute attack, monitor for infection.