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02/15/2010

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Term
Terminal Depolarization
Definition
Calcium influx lead to vesicle fusion and neurotransmitter release
Term
Glutamate
Definition
Most common excitatory synapse, synthesized from glutamine in nerve terminal mitochondria
Term
NMDA receptors
Definition
Glutamate action; permeable to Na, K, and Ca; requires glutamate/glycine binding for action
Term
Metabotropic receptors
Definition
Type 1 = increase IP3, type 2/3 = decrease cAMP via adenylyl cyclase
Term
GABA
Definition
Most inhibitory synapses in CNA, receptors make permeable to Cl.
Pre-synap = inhibit Ca conduction, decreasing release and increase K conduction, hyperpolarizing and decreasing Ca influx
Post-synap = increase K conduction=> hyperpolarizes
Term
Dopamine
Definition
Synthesized from tyrosine, catabolized by MAO, inactivated vy COMT
Term
Norepi
Definition
Synthesized from dopamine, catab by MAO, inactive by COMT, all G-protein receptors
Term
Serotonin
Definition
Made from tryptophan, catab by MAO, implicated in depression, anxiety, stress, schizophrenia, hallucinations, OCD, substance abuse, migraine, sleep, temp/endocrine control
Term
Endocannabinoids
Definition
Anandamide, 2- arachidonylglycerol
Not stored in vesicles, rapidly synth after depolarization, can act as retrograde transmitters, activate pre-synaptic terminal recpetors;
Inhibit adenylyl cyclase and Ca conduction; implicated in memory, cognition and pain perception
Term
Histamine
Definition
Synthesized in CNS neurons, mainly in ventral posterior hypothalamus which projects diffusely.
Term
BBB
Definition
lipid soluble, non-polar molecules can diffuse passively across the BBB or enter the brain by transporters which are carrier mediated; less prominent in the hypothalamus and MUCH less effective in median eminence, area postrema, pineal, subfornical organ and subcommisural organ.
Term
Cellular (pharmacodynamic) tolerance
Definition
desensitization of recpetors
Term
Metabolic (pharmacokinetic) tolerance
Definition
induce the expression of degradation.metabolism molecules
Term
Sedatives/anxiolytics
Definition
reduce anxiety and relax/calm
Term
Hypnotics
Definition
produce drowsiness and bring on sleep
Term
Central Sleep Apnea
Definition
fail to initiate the breathing response; DO NOT PRESCRIBE HYPNOTICS (may decrease arousal response to hypoxia and reduce airway tone)
Term
Circadian rhythm disturbances
Definition
hypnotics help reset the clock
Term
Medication induced insomnia
Definition
alcohol, SSRI, anti-Parkinson's, methylxanthines, diuretics
Term
Insomnia
Definition
difficulty starting/continuing sleep for >1 month with impairment of awake function unrelated to other illness
Term
Barbiturates
Definition
Sedative Hypnotic, Increase GABA-induced Cl channel opening=> hyperpolarization; High doses= GABA receptor activation, inhibit nAChR autonomics and muscle
Death = depression of respiration/CV function
Term
Barbiturate problems
Definition
Low therapeutic index, doesn't induce physiologic sleep (dec. onset/# wakes,limits deep and REM sleep), significant interactions, abuse/addiction potential, induces liver P450, , cross tolerance to other depressants, withdrawl (phenobarbitol and taper off slowly to treat)
Term
Phenobarbitol
Definition
long acting barbiturate, antiseizure agent, used for hypnosedative withdrawl, half=80-120 hrs
Term
Pentobarbitol
Definition
Intermediate acting barbiturate, hypnotic, preoperative sedative, half=15-50 hrs
Term
Thiopental (Pentothal)
Definition
Short acting barbiturate, induce/maintain anesthesia, half=8-10 hrs
Term
Barbiturate metabolism
Definition
Liver, then kidney; up to 30% excreted unchanged in urine; intoxication resembles alcohol intox, severe = coma, hypothermia, hypotension, bradyapnea, possible early tachycardia then btadycardia=> shock
Term
Barbiturate treatment
Definition
Supportive care, treat shock with respirations; remove drug (vomit, lavage, charcoal, hydrate, alkaline urine)
Most deaths from cardiovascular collapse, resp. complications and renal failure
NEVER GIVE CNS STIMULANTS
Term
Benzodiazepine site ligands
Definition
End in -lam and -pam; higher therapeutic index, lower toxicity, not general CNS depressant; allosterically enhance GABA binding and Cl opening; DO NOT COMBINE WITH ALCOHOL
Term
Alprazolom
Definition
Xanax, benzo for anxiety
Term
chloridiazepoxide
Definition
Librium, benzo for anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, preanesthetic
Term
clonazepam
Definition
benzo for seizures, mania, movement disorders, 1/day
Term
diazepam
Definition
Valium, benzo for anxiety, status epilepticus, muscle relax, preanesthetic; half = 43+/-13 hrs
Term
flurazepam
Definition
benzo for insomnia, very long lasting due to multiple metabolites (74+/-24 hrs)
Term
lorazepam
Definition
benzo for anxiety, status epilepticus, preanesthetic
Term
midazolam
Definition
benzo preanesthetic, intraoperative medication; very short acting (2 hrs)
Term
temazapam
Definition
benzo for insomnia
Term
Benzodiazepine adverse effects
Definition
Impaired mental/motor f'n, ataxia, residual daytime desation, anterograde amnesia; additive with CNS depressants (alcohol); abrupt withdrawal= anxiety, nausea, seizure, rebound insomnia
Term
flunitrazepam
Definition
Rohypnol, benzo date rape drug for amnesia and sedation
Term
Benzo metab
Definition
distribute to high perfusion regions first (brain), metab in liver to active metabolites, interact with P450 3A4 inhibitors
Term
Diazepam metabolism
Definition
=>desmethyldiazepam (active, 40-100)=>oxazepam (active, 3-21)=>conjugation (lorazepam immediately conjugated)=>excretion
Term
Non-benzodiazepines
Definition
Z-drugs; hypnotics, non-anxiolytic.relaxant/antiseizure, less rebound insomnia
Term
Zolpidem
Definition
Ambien, non-benzo, increase sleep duration, short term use only, withdraw can anxiety, tremor, agitation, rebound insomnia and seizures; abuse possible, ~8hr effect
Term
Zaleplon
Definition
Sonata; decreased sleep latency (~4hrs), short term use only
Term
Eszopiclone
Definition
Lunesta; increase sleep duration, long term use OK, low abuse potential
Term
Non-benzo adverse effects
Definition
headache, additive with CNS depressants, morning sedation if used late at night (8 hr action), may be psycho habit forming, sleep walking/eating, amnesia
Term
Flumazenil
Definition
Benzo/non-benzo competitive antagonist; decreases recovery time; rapid onset, short half-life (need multiple doses to overcome other drug); adverse= agitation, confusion, dizzy, nausea, cross-rxn with other brain substances
Term
Melatonin
Definition
serotonin derivative from pineal, activated by light, suppress ovarian f'n, role in biological rhythms
Term
Ramelteon
Definition
Melatonin receptor agonist, MT1 (sleepy) and 2 (circ. rhythm) in suprachiasmatic nucleus; hypnotics (fall asleep), interact with P450 1A2 inhibitors, no CNS depression, no motor/cognitive impair; adverse = increased prolactin
Term
SSRI
Definition
Not sleep related; reduce anxiety, depression and many psych disorders; low abuse potential, slow onset, substantial number of non-responders
Term
Diphenhydramine
Doxylamine
Definition
OTC sleep aids; antihistamines, not consistently effective; rapid tolerance, may have residual daytime sedationand anti-cholin. effects
Term
Valerian
Definition
dietary supplement, helps sleep disorders?
Term
Valerian
Definition
dietary supplement, helps sleep disorders?
Term
Gamma-hydroxybutyrate/sodium oxybate
Definition
GABA precursor, act as CNS depressant; GHB=controlled substance, very addictive (euphoria, hallucin, date rape), SO=scrip only, treats narcolepsy; abuse = amnesia, vomit, resp/CV depression, loss conscious, seizure, death; as prescribed = confusion, headache, nausea, vomit, dizzy, urine incontinence
Term
Modafinil
Definition
stimulant, inhibit NE and DA uptake, treat narcolepsy and excessive sleepiness; low abuse no crash or high, side effect=headache (overstim); induces P450, increases contraceptive/carbamazine/cyclosporin metab, decreases diazepam/propanolol/phenytoin metab
Term
Baclofen
Definition
spasmolytic, GABA-B receptor agonist, increase K perm/inhib Ca influx; adverse = drowsy, seizure, pump implant can cause CNS depression
Term
Tizanidine
Definition
Central alpha2 receptor agonist, increase pre/post motor inhibition; adverse=drowsy, hypotension, dry mouth, weakness
Term
Dantrolene
Definition
Decrease Ca release from sarcoplasmic retic., direct muscle action; adverse=general weakness, sedation; treat malignant hyperthermia (NMJ block)
Term
Seizure
Definition
transient episode of brain dysfunction from rhythmic, synchronous neuronal firing
Term
epilepsy
Definition
group of chronic disorders with recurrent seizures
Term
Simple partial seizure
Definition
PRESERVATION OF CONSCIOUSNESS, sensory auras, limited unilateral motor convulsions
Term
Complex partial seizure
Definition
impaired consciousness, automatisms, confusion and lethargy
Term
Partial seizure secondarily to generalized
Definition
starts off partial, then becomes complex (1-2 minutes)
Term
Partial seizure drugs
Definition
CARBAMAZINE, PHENYTOIN, OXCARBAZEPINE, LAMOTRIGINE, VALPROATE, Topiramate, Gabapentin, levetiracetam, zonisamide, tiagabine, phenobarbital, pregabalin, felbamate
Term
Tonic-Clonic seizures (grand mal)
Definition
LOC, tonic spasm of body, prolonged post-ictal stupor
Term
Absence sizure (petit mal)
Definition
Abrupt interruption of consciousness assoc. with staring and cessation of ongoing activities; mild jerking, LACK OF POST-ICTAL ABNORMALITIES
Term
Generalized seizure drugs
Definition
VALPROATE, PHENYTOIN (GM), CARBAMAZEPINE (GM), ETHOSUXIMIDE (PM), Lamotrigine (GM), topiramate (GM), levetiracetam (GM), oxcarbazepine (GM), phenobarbital (GM), zonisamide (PM), levetiracetam (PM)
Term
Phenytoin
Definition
Inhibit Na channels, high protein binding;
adverse= gum hyperplasia, hirsutism, coarse face feature, endocrine abn., teratogen
Term
Carbamazepine
Definition
Related to tricyclic antidepress; inhibit Na channels, decrease synaptic transmission, induce own liver metab; adverse=liver damage, mild persistent leukopenia, rare aplastic anemia/agranulo/hyponat/teratogen/osteoporosis
REQUIRES LIVER F'N TESTS
Term
Oxcarbazepine
Definition
Good safety profile; inhibit Na and high voltage Ca channels, enhance K currents; prodrug, less liver enzyme induction with few adverse effects (hyponatremia, Stevens Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, multi-organ hypersens), decreases T4
Term
Phenobarbital
Definition
Positive GABA-A receptor modulator, decrease glutamatergic transmission; used in INFANTS, adults=sedation
Term
Gabapentin
Definition
GABA amino acid analog; Decrease Ca influx, excretes unchanged;
adverse= periph edema, behavior/thought disorders age 3-12; similar to high dose diazepam
Term
Tiagabine
Definition
GABA uptake inhibitor, highly protein bound, liver metab;
adv= SEIZURES, non-convulsive status epilepticus in non-epileptics
Term
Levetiracetam
Definition
Inhibit delayed K channel, inhibit N-type Ca channel;
adv= irritability, behavior change, halluc, psychosis
Term
Felbamate
Definition
Inhibit NMDA receptors, enhance GABA transmission;
adv=APLASTIC ANEMIA, SEVERE HEPATITIS/FAILURE; LIVER F'N TESTS REQUIRED
Term
Ethosuximide
Definition
Only for Absence seizure, Inhibit T-type Ca channel;
adv= blood dyscrasias, skin rxn, Parkinsonian symptoms, photophobia
Term
Valproic acid/ sodium valproate
Definition
Inhibit Na channel, T-type Ca channel and GABA transaminase; stim GABA synthesis via GAD;
adv= HEPATOTOXICITY, pancreatitis, TERATOGEN, thrombocytopenia, hyperammonia, osteoporosis; LIVER F'N TEST REQ'D
Term
Lamotrigine
Definition
Inhibit Na channels/glutamate release; used for Lennox-Gastaut syndrome ONLY; adv= STEVENS JOHNSON SYNDROME, arthritis, hypersensitivity, multiorgan failure
Term
Topiramate
Definition
Inhibit Na channel, enhance GABA transmission, activates hyperpolarizing K cahnnel;
adv= metab acidosis, severe myopia/glaucoma, hypohidrosis, hyperthermia, language dysfunction
Term
Zonisamide
Definition
Sulfonamide derivative; inhibit Na/T-type Ca channels, weak carbonic anhydrase inhibitor;
adv=allergic rxn to sulfonamides, hypohidrosis, hyperthermia (kids), photosensitivity, irritability
Term
Vigabatrin
Definition
Used in INFANTILE SPASMS; Irreversible GABA degradation inhibitor;
CONTRA=MENTAL ILLNESS (may cause psychosis), adv=long-term visual field distrubances
Term
Oral contraceptive interactions
Definition
Carbamazepine, felbamate, lamotrigine, Oxcarbazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, topiramate
Term
Status epilepticus
Definition
continuous, prolonged seizure (5-10 minutes), most often tonic-clonic, requires cardio/resp/metab management;
Drugs=LORAZEPAM, DIAZEPAM, FOSPHENYTOIN
Term
Infantile spasms
Definition
myoclonic spasms, 1st attack before year 1;
Drugs=CORTICOTROPIN (ACTH), PREDNISONE
Term
Febrile seizure
Definition
NOT epilepsy, brought by fever in kids; NO MEDS
Term
Antiseizure therapy issues
Definition
Many have low therapeutic index; adv= sedation, dizziness, ataxia, headache, tremor, cognitive impairment, behavioral/psychiatric changes, nervousness, weight change, nausea, vomit
Term
Seizure therapy termination
Definition
If seizure free for 2 years, consider termination, relapse between 25-50%; high risk of status epilepticus with abrupt withdrawl
Term
General anesthesia
Definition
controlled reversible state of analgesia, amnesia, LOC, sensory/autonomic reflex inhibition, skel mm relaxation
Term
Balanced anesthesia
Definition
use of several drugs to achieve a state of general anesthesia
Term
Minimum alveolar concentration
Definition
steady state minimum concentration of an inhalational agent to immobilize 50% of subjects
Term
ED 95
Definition
1.3 MAC, 95% of patients will not move at incision
Term
Stage of analgesia
Definition
analgesia w/o amnesia, impaired judgement, vertigo/ataxia, increased respiration, blood pressure, heart rate
Term
Stage of excitement
Definition
delirious, excited, amnestic. Irregular respirations, struggling and retching
Term
Stage of Surgical anesthesia
Definition
Recurrence of regular respirations to cessation of spontaneous resipration. BP drop, relaxation, loss of corneal reflexes.
Term
Stage of medullary depression
Definition
cessation of spontaneous respirration; support needed or they'll die
Term
Inhaled solubility
Definition
relative affinity for blood compared to air; low solubility requires relatively few molecules dissolved into the blood to equilibrate pressures; low solubility = faster onset
Term
Inspired concentration
Definition
speed of induction can be increased by increasing concentration
Term
Pulmonary ventilation
Definition
Increasing ventilation generally increases the speed of induction
Term
Pulmonary blood flow
Definition
Increased flow = slower induction (more blood to saturate to increase pressures
Term
Inhalational elimination
Definition
Released in the lungs, least soluble eliminated most quickly
Term
Inhalational pharmacodynamics
Definition
Increase threshold for neuron firing with a decrease in neuronal activity; increase glycine ability to activate Cl channels=> inhibition at level of the spinal cord/stem;
Term
Heart oxygen consumption
Definition
All potent volatile agents reduce consumption
Term
Respiratory inhalational effects
Definition
Decreased tidal volume and increased respiratory rate; all agents decrease ventilatory response to increased PaCO2
Term
Inhalational Renal effects
Definition
Decreased renal blood flow, decreased glomerular filtration rate, and probable impairment of renal autoregulatory mechanisms
Term
Malignant hyperthermia
Definition
inherited, hypermetabolic activity, marked carbon dioxide production, altered skeletal muscle tone, and metabolic acidosis; altered intracellular calcium regulation; treat with dantrolene
Term
Halothane
Definition
Most widely used worldwide; cheap; high solubility (need high dose), prominent heart depression, induced arrhythmias
Term
Isoflurane
Definition
Most used in modern countries; cheap, low solubility; airway irritation, vasodilation, HR increases
Term
Desflurane
Definition
low solubility, fast onset, much like isoflurane; expensive, vasodilation with decreased MAP, increased HR
Term
Sevoflurane
Definition
low solubility (fast on/off), well tolerated, no HR change; expensive, vasodilation and decreased cardiac output
Term
Nitrous Oxide
Definition
Minimal myocardial/vascular effects, low solubility; not potent, increased ICP and cerebral blood flow
Term
IV drugs
Definition
highly protein bound and highly lipid soluble
Term
Barbiturates
Definition
Profound CNS depression via GABA-A enhancement; rapid BBB crossing, venodilation decreases preload, potent respiratory depressant, cerebral metabolic O2 consumption/blood flow decreased=> ICP decrease
Term
Etomidate
Definition
Profound CNS depression via GABA enhancement; minimal cardio/resp effects, rapid onset/recovery; limited by potential adrenocortical suppression; post-operative nausea and vomiting
Term
Propofol
Definition
CNS depression via GABA-A enhancement; similar to barbiturates, more rapid recovery; profound resp depressant, decreased MAP secondary to decreased syst vasc resistance; rapid clearance and extrahepatic metabolism; amnestic and anti-emetic, no analgesic properties
Term
Opiods
Definition
Act at central/peripheral mu/kappa/delta receptors; ANALGESIC, minimal circulatory deterioration; potential chest wall rigidity; treat with naloxone
Term
Benzodiazepine
Definition
GABA-A receptor mediated inhibitory neurotransmission; ANXIOLYTIC/AMNESTIC; Midazolam most common, water soluble, short half-life; Antagonist=flumazenil
Term
Ketamine
Definition
Inhibitor of glutamic acid excitation at NMDA receptor; phencyclidine derivative, produces dissociative anesthesia, catatonia, amnesia, analgesia; cardio stimulant by secondary sympathomimmetic activity; catecholamine reuptake decrease; increased cerebral blood flow/metabolism
Term
Clinical local anesthetic makeup groups
Definition
Lipophilic (aromatic ring), intermediate chain, hydrophilic group; increased hydrophobicity = increases anesthetic potency/duration/toxic side effects
Term
Cocaine
Definition
Nerve conduction blockade, vasoconstriction, inhibit catecholamine uptake; primarily topical anesthetic in upper resp tract
Term
procaine
Definition
prototype ester local anesth, low potency, short duration, can inhibit action of sulfonamides
Term
tetracaine
Definition
greater potency, longer duration
Term
benzocaine
Definition
topical use only, often directly applied to wounds/ulcers; used in OTC topicals, long duration due to low water solubility
Term
lidocaine
Definition
Amide type; Greater potency, longer duration, widely used; antiarrythmic agent
Term
bupivacaine
Definition
amide type; greater potency, longer duration than lidocaine, more cardiotoxic than lido
Term
Local anesthetics
Definition
weak bases, predominantly charged at physiologic pH; binding site only accessible on cytoplasmic side; uncharged crosses the membrane, becomes charged, acts on Na channel; selectively blocks sodium permeability, stopping conduction
Term
Differential block
Definition
Nerves w/o myelin/little myelin blocked first; sensory nerves lost pain, temp, touch, deep pressure, motor; nerves on outer part of bundle blocked before inner part
Term
Local anesthetic metabolism
Definition
vasoconstrictor addition leads to slower absorption/prolong action duration; ester type hydrolyzed very rapidly by plasma cholinesterase; amide type metab by liver P450; Ester metabolites inhibit sulfonamide antibiotics
Adv=hypersensitivity rxns from PABA metabolites
Term
Local anesthetic reactions
Definition
CNS=stimulation, seizures, depression, death
Term
Cardiovascular local anesthetic effects
Definition
decrease electrical excitability, conduction rate, BP and contraction strength;
Term
Cocaine abuse
Definition
increased activation of DA in mesolimbic pathways; enlarged heart, paranoia, psychotic behavior, nasal septum damage; withdrawal=ahedonia, increased appetite, lethargy, chronic depression, sexual dysfunction
Term
Injectable local anesthetics
Definition
articaine, chlorprocaine, mepivacaine, prilocaine, ropivacaine
Term
mucous membranes/skin local anesthetics
Definition
diclonine hydrochloride, premoxine hydrochloride
Term
Opthalmologic local anesthetics
Definition
proparacaine
Term
Tetrodotoxin
saxitoxin
Definition
reversible block of sodium permeability; works on outer mouth of Na channel
Term
Parkinson's disease symptoms
Definition
akinesia, tremor, rigidity, alteration of posture, mask face, shuffling gait, loss of associative movement, hypersalivation; pill rolling, worse when relaxing; cogwheel resistance; need 70% loss before symptoms
Term
Dopamine actions
Definition
Exerts inhibitory tone on cholinergic interneurons and GABAergic neurons w/in the striatum; inhibit release of ACh which stimulates GABAergics; directly inhibits GABAergic efferent firing;
Term
Parkinson treatment
Definition
L-Dopa; can cross BBB, gets metabolized to dopamine inside brain; most gets metabolized peripherally, need to be increased and gradually to effective levels; reduces bradykinesia and rigidity
Term
L-dopa side effects, early
Definition
nausea (area postrema), orthostatic hypotension (stim presynapt symp receptors block NE release, prevent arteriolar restrict), arrythmias (beta stim) and psychotic behavior (halluc/delusions in mesolimbic system)
Term
L-Dopa side effects, late
Definition
dyskinesia (faciolingual tics, bobbing/rocking) from on/off phenomenon, depression, anxiety, insomnia, euphoria, hallucination, nightmares
Term
L-dopa contraindications
Definition
Interact with MAOI's (cause hypertensive crisis); arrythmias should be given as last resort; antipsychotics antagonize L-dopa
Term
Carbidopa
Definition
decarboxylase inhibitor that can't enter brain, prevents peripheral degredation of L-dopa before it can enter brain, lets lower doses be given; early side-effects gone, late ones still there (maybe worse); Sinemet= mix 10:1 ldopa to carbidopa
Term
Rasagiline
Definition
MAO-B inhibitor, decreases dopa breakdown in the brain without catecholamine buildup in peripheral tissue; no hypertensive crisis
Term
entacapone
Definition
COMT inhibitor; prevent l-dopa breakdown, less needed to get effect
Term
Bromocriptine
ropinirole
pramipexole
rotigotine (transdermal)
Definition
dopa agonist; adv=nausea, hypotension, dyskinesia, hallucination, delusion;
Bromo + l-dopa = limits on-off phenom
Term
Benztropine
trihexphenidyl
Definition
anti-cholinergic drugs, reduce tremor in Parkinson's; adv=dry mouth, blurry vision, urinary retention
Term
Amantadine
Definition
antiviral, improve Parkinson symptoms by being dopa releasing agent; not as good as l-dopa, better than antimuscarinics alone
Term
Drug selection recommendation
Definition
Rasagiline may delay symptom onset in newly diagnosed
1st = Agonist (rotigotine, pramipexole, ropinirole)
2nd = Add L-dopa and carbidopa
3rd = COMT inhibitors with L-dopa
4th = add atypical antipsychotic to combat l-dopa hallucinations
Term
Donepezil
rivastigmine
galantamine
Definition
acetylcholinesterase inhibitros, CNS selective; adv=nausea, vomit, diarrhea, abd pain, anorexia; used in alzheimers
Term
Memantine
Definition
NMDA receptor antag, neuroprotective in alzheimers, slows progression
Term
Schizophrenia
Definition
likely to be genetic than enviro; lack initiative, disinterest, limited affect = neuroleptic syndrome
Term
antipsychotics
chlopromazine
haloperidol
Definition
block dopamine receptors; don't cure it, just treat it; takes hours to weeks; adv from block ACh and alpha receptors on top of dopa block
Term
antipsychotic non-neuro side effects
Definition
orthostatic hypotension (alpha 1 block), altered sexual dysfunction (alpha block), decreased prolactin (block dopa), weight gain, sedation (most with chlorpro), seizures (lowered threshold), anticholinergics (congestion, dry mouth,etc), phototoxicity, leukopenia (rare)
Term
antipsychotic neuro side effects
Definition
Involve involuntary motor activity in 1/3; Parkinsonian syndrome (block dopa), dystonias (treat w/ benztropine, diphenhydramine), akathisias (agitation, treat w/ anticholinergic benztropine), tardive dyskinesia (no treat, coordinated rhythmic involuntary tongue/mouth movements)
Term
New "atypical" antipsychotics
Risperidone
clozapine
olanzapine
quetiapine
ziprasidone
Definition
fewer neuro side effects; as effective as halo on positive symptoms, better at negatives; blocks D2 and serotonin receptors; sever weight gain, type 2 diabetes
Term
Risperidone
Definition
Some prolactin elevation, causes neuro side effects at high doses
Term
Clozapine
Definition
very mild neuro side effects, no dyskinesia, no prolactinemia; get agranulocytosis; binds D4 10x higher than other dopa receptors, seen in mesolimbic system not in striatum
Term
Olanzapine
Definition
Binds serotonin and D4 receptors, pretty high on D2; low incidence of neuro side effects, no prolactin increase
Term
Quetiapine/ziprasidone
Definition
high serotonin receptor affinity, some D2, antagonize H1 histamine (sedation) and alpha 1 (hypotension) receptors
Term
Aripiprazole
Definition
partial D2/5HT1A agonist and 5HY2A antagonist; little/no sedation, neuro side effects, hyperprolactin, hypotension
Term
Bipolar treatment with antipsychotics
Definition
aripiprazole, chlopromazine, olanzapine, quetiapine, risperidone, ziprasidone
Term
Ethanol
Definition
Low MW, infinitely soluble, can't be ionized, readily crosses membranes, absorbed in the duodenum
Term
Ethanol metabolism
Definition
ethanol + NAD > acetaldehyde + NAD > acetic acid + CoA + ATP > acetyl CoA > TCA cycle CO2, H2O, calories; limiting factor = NAD
Minor path => ethanol + NADPH >CYP2E1 acetaldehyde
Term
Ethanol effects, liver
Definition
altered redox from increased NADPH, reduced NAD >fatty acid synth, decreased fat oxidation, free FA increase, triglycerides increase in liver
Term
Ethanol effects
Definition
GI=stim gastric acid secrete, increase ulcer likelihood, cause diarrhea
Cardio=vasodilation, sympathetic tone increased, increased cardiac output, tachycardia/arrythmias, increased HDL levels, reduce contractility
Term
Ethanol, CNS effects
Definition
CNS depression, disinhibition, euphoria (increase in release of dopamine), activated reward pathways, drives further consumption
Term
Ethanol effects peripherally
Definition
vasopressin secretion inhibition (diuresis, dehydration, inhibit neurons of supraoptic/paraventricular nuclei); inhibit luteinizing hormone release (depress reproductive function
Term
Methanol toxicity
Definition
makes formaldehyde, causes metab acidosis, blindness and death; give alcohol, fomepizole
Term
Alcohol cross tolerance
Definition
barbiturates and general anesthetics/other CNS depressants lower function, less tolerance of acute lethal effects
Term
alcohol withdrawal
Definition
tremors, hyper-reflexia, sweating, muscle cramps, vomit, delirium tremens, visual halluc, hyperthermia, cardio collapse, tonic-clonic seizure
Term
chronic alcohol effect
Definition
peripheral neuropathy, pellagra (vitamin defic), Wernicke's, Korsakoff's, Cerebellar degeneration
Term
Alcohol treatment
Definition
withdrawal=benzodiazepine, lorazepam, diazepam, carbamazepine
Term
Disulfiram
Definition
antabuse, inhibit aldehyde dehydrogenase, accumulate acetaldehyde after ingestion, get vasodilation, nausea, vomit, syncope, misery; hepatitis, jaundice, fatigue, fever, ab pain
Term
naltrexone
Definition
opiate antagonist, reduce reinforcing effects of alcohol
Term
Acamprosate
Definition
GABA analog, impair NMDA receptor function, reduce neuronal hyperexcitability, reduces cravings
Term
Depression symptoms
Definition
Sleep disturbances, loss of Interest, Guilt, decreased Energy and Concentration, Appetite changes, Psychomotor retard, Suicidal
Term
Biogenic amine theory of depression
Definition
deficiency of serotonin or NE; most AD increase one/both
Term
Neurogenesis theory of depression
Definition
impaired hippocampal neurogenesis leads to depression, try to decrease cell death; depressed patients have smaller hippocampal volume
Term
MAOIs
tranylcypromine, phenelzine, selegiline
Definition
Block oxidative metab of biogenic amines, IRREVERSIBLY inhibit MAO-A&B; acute=CNS stimulation, agitation, euphoria; adv=orthostatic hypotension, CNS stimulation, GI distress, sexual dysfunction; OD uncommon, cause hyperthermia, shock, seizure; avoid indirect sympathomimics, tyramine, amphetamines, buproprion, L-DOPA, can cause hypertensive crisis; DON'T MIX WITH SSRI
Term
Serotonin syndrome
Definition
Rare but potentially fatal, ingestion of ecstasy and MAOIs; confusion, hypomania, hallucinations, agitation, headache, coma, shivering, sweating, hyperpyrexia, hypertension, tachycardia, nausea, diarrhea, twitches, hyperreflexia, tremor
Term
Tricyclic antidepressants
Definition
Tertiary=imipramine, amitriptyline; block serotonin reuptake, break down to secondary and block NE uptake
Secondary=desipramine, nortriptyline; block NE reuptake
Term
TCA effects
Definition
acute=drowsy, dysphoric, anxious, impaired cognition, autonomic effects; frequent toxicity, antagonize many different neurotrans receptors (histamine, ChMuscarinic);
Sedation, seizures, orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, arrythmias, anticholinergic effects, increased appetite/weight gain; Low TI, coma, convulsions, cardiovascular in OD (arrythmia, seizure, acidosis, delirium, paralysis, coma); fast metab with neuroleptics, oral contraceptives, SSRI, slower with barbiturates, carbamazepine, rifampin; increase antiCh, sympathomimic, CNS depressant effects; block guanethidine and clonidine
Term
SSRIs
fluoxetine, sertraline, venlafaxine, duloxetine
Definition
Raise synaptic serotonin levels, more specific than TCAs, fewer side effects; Ven/Dulo inhibit 5-HT and NE uptake (SNRIs); don't block receptors; Fluox=high half life, little withdrawal issues
Term
SSRI effects
Definition
Acute=CNS stimulation, anxiety, agitation; not sedating, much safer in overdose; headache, GI upset, sexual dysfunction, insomnia, agitation, anxiety, increased blood pressure (rare); high TI, needs tapered off; Fluoxetine/Paroxetine inhibit P450 enzymes, avoid MAOIs (serotonin syndrome)
Term
Trazodone
Definition
weak 5-HT and NE uptake, antagonize post synaptic 5-HT2A receptors; sedating, orthostatic hypoTN, nausea, dizzy from block alpha 1/H1/5-HT receptors; don't block muscarinic receptors
Term
Bupropion
Definition
Inhibit 5-HT and NE uptake; dry mouth, nausea, agitation, insomnia (stimulant); treat nicotine addiction/withdrawal; OD=agitation, delirium, seizure
Term
Mirtazapine
Definition
Antag presynaptic alpha 2 receptors, little effect on reuptake systems, antag 5-HT2/3 receptors; very potent H1 receptor antag (sedating, weight gain, inc appetite)
Term
General antidepressant guideline
Definition
atypical=give MAOI; require 2-6 weeks for effect; SSRIs=1ST LINE FOR MOST;
Term
ADHD
Definition
deficiency in central monoamines leading to reduced ability to focus attention; stimulants alleviate the deficiency
Term
D-amphetamine
Definition
Adderall, achieve steady blood levels of amphetamine; increased risk of heart attack, stroke, or sudden death
Term
Methylphenidate
Definition
Ritalin; inhibits NE, DA, 5HT uptake, less reinforcing than cocaine; abuse less than amphetamines; crash unavoidable
Term
Atomoxetine
Definition
NE selective reuptake inhibitor; not reinforcing, low abuse potential; drowsiness, sex dysfunction, inhib P450 2D6, suicidal thoughts
Term
Acute manic episode of bipolar treatment
Definition
antipsychotics (olanzapine, quetiapine, aripiprazole), sedatives,antiseizure drugs (VALPROIC ACID, CARBAMAZEPINE, LAMOTRIGINE)
Term
Lithium
Definition
interferes with IP3 metab (2nd messengers), inhibits glycogen synthase kinase 3; long term bipolar maintenance; can't beat acute mania alone; very narrow TI; tremor, ataxia, hyperactivity, edema, mild hyopthyroid, polydipsia, polyuria, GI irritation;
Term
Lithium OD and interactions
Definition
Acute=vomit, profuse diarrhea, coarse tremor, ataxia, seizure, come; moderate=above + confusion, aphasia, ataxia, hyperactivity, hypotension; supportive care for OD, give dialysis; absorbed well, short half-life, test blood levels to determine right dose; Inc lithium levels from sodium depleting diuretics (thiazides), NSAIDS increase toxicity chance; decreased Li levels due to increased excretion (mannitol, acetazolamide, theophylline)
Term
Antiseizure drugs
Definition
May decrease sensitization of brain to repeated mood swings; valproate and carbamazepine used as adjuncts to lithium; quick response, CAN TREAT ACUTE MANIA;
Term
Pain perception
Definition
Nociceptor neurons end in free endings, acts through A-gamma and C fibers; use substance P, arachidonic acid metabolites, prostaglandins, thromboxanes, leukotrienes
Term
Afferent pain pathways
Definition
Myelinated A fibers and unmyelinated C fibers; spinothalamic pathway (rapid, discriminative pain); spinoreticular/mesencephalic path (slow, arousing pain)
Term
Pain control paths
Definition
Periaqueductal gray via raphe magnus to dorsal horn; descending activation reduces pain perception
Term
methionine-enkephalin/leucine-enkephalin
Definition
distributed in brain, rapidly degraded by peptidases, regulate pain pathways via inhibition of pain nerves
Term
dynorphins
Definition
found in brain (dorsalhorn), pituitary; rapidly degraded by peptidases
Term
Beta-endorphins
Definition
co-synthesized with ACTH or alpha MSH; found in hypothalamus, brain stem, pituitary; relatively stable
Term
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation
Definition
enhances descending pain control over ascending pain signal
Term
Opiates
Morphine, codeine
Definition
Significant first pass metabolism, all but oral are good routes; distribute to all tissues, mostly in parenchymal organs; aromatic ring with group at position 3 (-OH most potent); major metab via conjugation w/glucuronic acid, makes morphine more potent; minor metab via N-demethylation; excreted in urine and bile
Term
Opiod receptors
Definition
mu=mediates analgesia, anesthesia, sedation, miosis, euphoria, constipation, resp depression, OPIATE DRUGS ACT ON IT, tolerance/dependence; kappa=analgesia, miosis, sedation, DYSPHORIA; delta=influence affective behavior
Term
Buprenorphine
Definition
opiod partial agonist, morphine-like action with lower maximal effect for mild pain
Term
Naloxone/naltrexone
Definition
opiod antagonists, treat acute opiate overdose; nalox must be injected, naltrex oral OK and longer duration, treats opiod addiction
Term
Opiod receptor activation
Definition
increased K conductance (hyperpol), reduced Ca conductance (diminished transmitter release), inhibition of adenylyl cyclase (short term, inhibit transmitter release)
Term
Morphine for analgesia
Definition
10 mg for moderate; 15-20 for severe, causes N/V, drowsiness, resp depression; not effect touch, temp, sight, and sound
Term
Morphine sites of action
Definition
Dorsal horn of cord, raphe magnus, periaqueductal gray, thalamus; relief 2-5 hours, lead to tolerance/dependence
Term
Codeine
Definition
cough suppressant, elevate cough threshold
Term
Dextromethorphan
Definition
centrally suppress coughing, NO effect on opiod receptors, act as NMDA receptor antagonist
Term
Fentanyl
Definition
super potent opiod, anesthetic, transdermal application; severe resp depress at high dose, require muscle relaxant for surgery; no peripheral vasodilate (good for cardiac surgery), rapidly reversed w/ antagonist; needs NO2 to fully knock out
Term
Morphine effect on cardiovascular
Definition
treats MI pain, may exert cardioprotective effect by opening K channels
Term
Opiates on mood
Definition
euphoria, sedation, reduced anxiety; act on mu receptor in VTA and nucleus accumbens
Term
Opiates on GI
Definition
Constipation, reduced gut motility, increased water retention, increased sphincter tone, constriction of the bile duct
Term
Opates on hormones
Definition
Increase prolactin, growth hormone; reduced TSH, ACTH, LH; reduced sexual drive, sperm motility, ejaculate volume
Term
Hydromorphone
Definition
more potent than morphine, lasts 3-5 hours
Term
Methadone
Definition
equal potency as morphine, orally active, analgesic and heroin addiction therapy
Term
Meperidine
Definition
less potent/shorter thand morphine
Term
Oxycodone
Definition
weaker drug (like codeine), analgesic for mild pain
Term
Loperamide
Definition
highly potent meperidine analog, controls diarrhea, won't enter brain, no abuse
Term
Naloxone/naltrexone
Definition
Nalo=treat overdose, short duration
Naltrex=long antaganist, treat opiate addiction
Term
Buprenorphine
Definition
partial opiate agonist
Term
Dextromethorphan
Definition
isomer of active opiate, little or no effect on opiate receptors; act as antagonist on NMDA receptors in medulla; cough suppressant in OTC preps
Term
Drug addiction
Definition
Increase activity of DA neurons in VTA, sends axons to nucleus accumbens/prefrontal cortex/forebrain; Substantia nigra sends to caudate and putamen
Term
Dopamine pathway functions
Definition
VTA->NAc=reward, behavior reinforcement
VTA->PFC=cognitive reward, learning
SN->CPu=habit learning, compulsive behavior
Term
DA neuron regulation
Definition
regulated by glutamate, GABA, endogenous opiods/cannabinoids, and other neurotransmitters
Term
Caffeine
Definition
blocks adenosine-R through GPCR
Term
LSD/mescaline
Definition
Targets serotonin receptor, acts through GPCR, increases IP3, causes depolarization
Term
Nicotine
Definition
acts through nACHn-R, increases cation conductance
Term
Benzodiazepine
Definition
GABA-A receptor target, potentiates GABA through ion channels, leads to hyperpolarization and sedation
Term
PCP
Definition
Blocks NMDA-R, inhibits glutamate; leads to hallucination and disorientation
Term
Amphetamine
Definition
displaces DA, increases DA in synapses
Term
MDMA
Definition
displaces serotonin; increase serotonin in synapse
Term
Opiate withdrawal symptoms
Definition
Early (6-12 hrs)=tears, runny nose, yawning, sweating, anxiety;
16-96 hrs=mydriasis, anorexia, goosebumps, restlessness, irritability, tremor, weakness, depression, N/V, intestinal spasms, diarrhea, muscle/back pain, spasms, CNS stimulation, weight loss, acid-base change, dehydration, ketosis; opposite of acute toxicity
Term
Clonidine treatment
Definition
centrally active adrenergic alpha 2 agonist, reduces severity of opiate withdrawal, reduces activity of noradrenergic neurons in locus ceruleus
Term
Cocaine
Definition
increase HR/BP; short duration IV/smoke, longer orally; blocks NA/DA/5-HT re-uptake; high doses=enlarged heart, psychosis, paranoia; withdrawal=increased appetite, lethargy, chronic depression, sexual dysfunction
Term
Amphetamines
Definition
resembles both endogenous catecholamines and sympathetomimetic decongestant drugs; CNS stimulation, increase alertness/concentration/delayed fatigue, elation, euphoria, irritability, anxiety
Term
Amphetamine action
Definition
indirectly acting, release NE/DA/5-HT from terminals; meth>d>l enters brain easier, longer half life; enters neurons by diffusion/DA transporter/NE transporter; inhibits MAO; sever paranoia/psychosis, arrythmias, paroxysmal tachycardia, heart block, extreme addiction, dental issues; relapse high, chronic brain damage
Term
Amphetamine treat
Definition
Acute overdose=agitation and seizure control w/ diazepam;
Addiction=irritability/lethargy/hunger, ahedonia, NO TREATMENT
Term
Nabilone
Definition
anti-emetic synthetic analogues of THC
Term
THC properties
Definition
rapid absorption after smoking, peak at 10-30 minutes, redistribute to adipose quickly, metab in liver, excreted in urine/feces in 5 days, urine detectable for 24 hrs
Term
THC symptoms
Definition
Tachycardia, euphoria, visual/auditory/temporal distortion, relaxation/sedation, psychomotor impairment, dry mouth, hunger, peripheral vasodilation; high dose=very confused, disorganized thinking, hallucinations, delusions, anxiety, panic, paranoia
Term
THC mechanism
Definition
CB1 receptors in CNS, CB2 in periphery; inhibit adenylyl cyclase; CB1 in hippocampus/cortex/striatum/NA, influence memory, cognition, motor function, and reinforcement
Term
Rimonabant
Definition
CB1 antagonist, approved for weight loss in obese, increase depression and suicide; reduces relapse in abstaining chronic tobacco smokers
Term
Anandamide
Definition
endogenous lipid w/ high affinity for CB receptors; used in extinction of learned memories (mostly fearful memories); functional regulator of some immune responses
Term
THC uses
Definition
chemo-induced vomiting, reduce glaucoma pressure, pain relief (potentiate other analgesics)
Term
Chronic marijuana use problems
Definition
bronchitis, asthma (higher carcinogen concentration than cigarettes), suppression of the immune response, decreased sex steroid secretion, amotivational syndrome, severe memory loss; slow tolerance
Term
LSD
Definition
very potent, last 12 hrs; dizziness, dilation, weakness, tremor, nausea, paresthesia, blurred vision, difficulty focusing, altered awareness, elation, euphoria/dysphoria, depression, fear, paranoia, panic; detachment after 6 hrs; PARTIAL AGONIST AT 5HT2 receptors; marked tolerance
Term
PCP
Ketamine
Definition
analgesia, amnesia, poor muscle relaxation, 40% dysphoric rxns, violent psychosis; non-competitive NMDA receptor antagonis; mimics intoxication; blank stare, catatonia, confusion, drowsiness, HYPERSALIVATION, sweating; high doses=stupor/coma 4-6hrs, paranoid psychosis; chronic=persistent difficulty thinking, memory deficits, speech impairment
Term
Hallucinogen treatment
Definition
Symptomatic only, no direct treatment
Term
Cells involved in asthma
Definition
mast cells, eosinophils, T-lymphocytes, macrophages, neutrophils, epithelial cells, smooth muscle cells
Term
2 causes of asthma
Definition
Extrinsic (allergic)-increased serum IgE
Intrinsic -pathophys disturbances, negative response to common antigenic challenge
Term
Early/immediate symptoms of IgE asthma
Definition
bronchoconstriction/vascular leak, histamine, proteases, leukotrienes C4 & D4, prostaglandins
Term
Late/sustained symptoms of IgE asthma
Definition
bronchoconstriction, cellular infiltration, mucus hypersecretion, Th2 cytokines (IL-3,4,5,9,13)
Term
Nonspecific bronchial hyperactivity
Definition
Caused by viral upper respiratory infection, exercise/rapid respiratory maneuvers, cold air, chemicals; caused by inflammation of the airway
Term
Stages of airway inflammation
Definition
Acute-early recruitment of cells
Sub-acute-cells activated to cause a more persistent pattern of inflammation
Chronic-persistent level of cell damage and an ongoing repair process, may cause permanent abnormalities in airway
Term
Bronchodilators
Definition
Beta-adrenergic agonists, muscarinic antagonists, methylxanthines; increase smooth muscle relaxation or decrease smooth muscle contraction
Term
Anti-inflammatory agents
Definition
corticosteroids, leukotriene pathway modifiers, release inhibitors, anti-IgE therapy
Term
Beta-2 adrenergic receptor agonist
Albuterol
Definition
RESCUE MEDICATION; regular use may potentiate bronchial hyperresponsiveness; relaxes smooth muscle in airway, inhibits mast cell release of bronchoconstrictors, inhibits microvascular leakage, increase mucociliary transport, stimulate adenylyl cyclase
Term
Long acting beta agonists
Definition
salmeterol, formoterol; very selective, slow onset, used for maintenance; in combination with corticosteroids=better results for persistent asthma
Term
Muscarinic antagonists
Tiotropium
Definition
Slightly less affective than beta agonists in reversing bronchospasm, used if intolerant of B-agonist; systemic adverse effects; enhanced by albuterol in acute attacks; blocks acetylcholine=blocks bronchoconstriction and secretion of mucus;
Tiotropium=long M1 & M3 acting
Term
Methylxanthines
Theophylline
Definition
Lowest cost and high compliance; relaxes smooth muscle, stimulates CNS/cardiac muscle, diuretic; ANTAGONIZE ADENOSINE RECEPTORS, INHIBITS PHOSPHODIESTERASE=>elevated cAMP; affects intracellular calcium concentration; readily absorbed, causes arousal, tremor, convulsions, tachycardia, arrythmias, weak diureti, MANY DRUG INTERACTIONS, especially with macrolide antibiotics, narrow therapeutic index
Term
Corticosteroids
fluticasone
Definition
Most potent anti-inflammatory medication currently available; FIRST LINE FOR LONG TERM CONTROL of asthma; reduce bronchial reactivity; act through glucocorticoid receptors to regulate gene expression, inhibit eosinophil induced inflammation/cytokine production/phospholipase A2 activity, decreased prostaglandin/leukotriene synthesis;
Inhaled=few effects (cataracts, decreased bone density, oral candida), oral=severe effects (weight gain, bone loss, Cushing's, adrenal suppression)
Term
Leukotriene receptor antagonists/synthesis inhibitors
Montelukast
Definition
Alternatives/adjuncts to inhaled corticosteroids; good for aspirin/exercise induced asthma, oral/long lasting/less effective than steroids; NOT A RESCUE MED;
Montelukast=CysLT1 receptor antagonist, lasts 24 hrs
Term
Cromolyn
Definition
Prophylaxis onle, no effect on airway smooth muscletone, never first line; used regularly can reduce bronchial hyperactivity; minor side effects in throat; inhibit delayed chloride channels=>reduced accumulation of calcium in mast cells=>decreased mast cell degranulation, inhibit IgE production by B lymphos
Term
Anti-IgE
Omalizumab
Definition
anti-IgE antibody; removes circulating IgE, injected every 2-4 weeks; potential anaphylaxis, used only in severe patients
Term
COPD
Definition
Progressive, not inflammation driven, remodels the lung parenchyma, higher risk of infection and air trapping;
Albuterol=reduced resistance/bronchospasm
Tiotropium=reduce spasm
Fluticasone=only use with albut/tiotrop
Term
Autocoids
Definition
biologically active locally acting substances that are not steroids
Term
Nitric Oxide
Definition
Neurotransmitter in PNS/CNS, mediates vasodilation, can kill/inhibit growth of target cells in high doses; made by NO synthase
Term
endothelial NOS
neuronal NOS
inducible NOS
Definition
eNOS/nNOS=constitutively expressed, activated by calcium/calmodulin binding, activated by stimuli that increases intracellular calium levels
iNOS=induced after stimulation of cells with cytokines/microbes.microbial products; constitutively active once expressed, produces large amounts NO
Term
Prostaglandins
Misoprostol
Definition
eicosanoids from the arachidonic acid, synthesized as a response, act through G-proteins; potent vasodilate, cause hypotension/headache/flushing; inhibit gastric acid secretion; contract uterine smooth muscle,
Term
Alprostadil
Misoprostol
Iloprost
Definition
PGE-1 analogue, helps erectile dysfxn
PGE-1, helps gastric ulcers/cause abortion
Prostacyclin, Raynaud's & primary arterial HTN
Term
Erectile dysfunction
Definition
erection from smooth muscle relaxation, need parasympathetic signal and NO via cAMP/cGMP increase
Term
sildenafil
Definition
cGMP phosphodiesterase inhibitor=> cGMP increase; short half life (4-5 hours); NEVER TAKE WITH NITRATES (too much vasodilation), slight visual dysfunction (cGMP-ase in retina), headache, flushing, dyspepsia, nasal congestion
Term
Bradykinin
Definition
local, 15 second half life, PAIN CAUSING, potent vasodilation/vascular permeability, prostaglandin/autocoid synthesis, acts thru B1/B2 receptors (B1=upregulated in inflam, B2 constitutive, release NO)
Term
Substance P
aprepitant
Definition
CNS, PNS, enteric NS arteriolar relaxant; acts thru tachykinin receptors;
P receptor antagonist used as antiemetic
Term
Calcitonin gene related peptide
Definition
derived from calcitonin gene, CNS/PNS/enteric NS, cardio/uro systems; most potent vasodilator known, may cause migraines
Term
Histamine
Definition
stored in inert form, highest in lung/skin/stomach/gut in mast cells/basophils/CNS/gut mucosa;
Neg reg own release through H2 on mast cells
Term
Allergic reactions
Definition
Degranulation releases histamine/prostaglandins/ATP/leukotrienes causing inflam/local vasodilate
Term
Histamine release via chemical/cellular injury
Definition
unexpected anaphylaxis thru specific increase in intracellular Ca2+;
cytolytic release when plasma membrane is damaged
Term
H1
H2
H3
H4
Definition
smooth mm, endothelium, brain; IP3/Ca2+ incr.
gastric mucosa, cardiac mm, mast cells; cAMP incr.
Presynaptic CNS/PNS/myenteric plexus; Ca2+ incr, cAMP inhibit
GI tract; Ca2+ incr, cAMP inhibit
Term
Histamine action:
Cardio
Smooth mm
Sensory
Secretory
Skin
CNS
Definition
vasodilation, increased capillary permeability,decrease systemic BP;
Contraction, increased motility and bronchocontriction(H1)
Pain and itching (H1)
Gastric acid secretion (H2)
Wheal and Flare (H1)
Cardio/neuroendocrine/thermoreg/arousal control (H1,2,3), wakefulness in hypothalamus (H1)
Term
H1 receptor antagonists
Definition
1st generation= small molecules, cross BBB, cross-react, OTC, cause sedation
2nd generation= larger lipophilics, more specific to H1, prescription only, non-sedating
Term
1st generation antihistamine
Definition
dimenhydrinate
diphenhydramine (antitussive, too)
meclizine
promethazine
treat N/V, vertigo
Term
2nd generation antihistamines
Definition
fexofenadine
loratiadine
Term
Antihistamine effects
Definition
treat nasal allergies, ancillary treatment of anaphylaxis, sedatives (1st gen) with tolerance;
Term
Antihistamine metab
Definition
most via CYP450s, half lives prolonged in elderly, children hypermetabolize
Term
Antihistamine adverse rxns
Definition
1st gen=sedation, dizzy, low alertness, slow rxn time, reduced visual acuity, impaired cognition, anticholinergic effects (dry mouth, poor urinatino, ED), loss/gain appetite, nausea, GI distress
2nd gen=no adverse effects
Term
Serotonin
simatriptan
Definition
secreted by carcinoid tumors; stimulate intestinal smooth mm, diarrhea, ab pain;
5-HT1D/5-HT1F receptor ligand, treat migraine
Term
Migraine
Definition
activate meningeal/blood vessel nociceptors and alter central pain modulation; trigeminal sensory neurons release CGRP/neurokinin A/substance P inducing vasodilation/extravasation/hyperalgesia
Term
Triptans
sumatriptan
Definition
Migraine treat; 5-HT1 agonist, activate inhibatory 5-HT1D receptors, prevent nociceptor impulses; little cross rxn (reduce side effects); constrict coronary vessels (CONTRA angina/ischemic heart disease); CONTRA MAOI (may build up sumatriptan)
Term
Ergotamine
dihydroergotamine
Definition
Migraine treat; Interact with alpha-adrenergic/dopamine/serotonin receptors; adverse=periph vasoconstriction, diarrhea, nausea, vomit; CONTRA pregnant, coronary HD, impaired liver fxn
Term
Migraine prophylaxis
Definition
beta blockers (propranolol)
ergot alkaloids (methysergide)
antidepressants (amitriptyline)
calcium channel blockers (verapamil)
antiseizures (valproate/topiramate/gabapentin)
NSAIDS (ibuprofen)
Term
Rheumatoid arthritis
Definition
Macros etc release lysosomal enzymes/NO/hydrogen peroxide/radicals and disrupt cell membranes; released phospholipids convert to arachidonic, converts to leukotrienes by COX, converts to leuko/prosta/thombox and exacerbate inflam
Term
COX-1
Definition
constitutive in most tissues, generally protective as vasodilator; fix peripheral resistance and kidney flow, blood clotting, uterine contract, muscle growth, CNS synaptic transmission
Term
COX-2
Definition
Inducible; inflammation, wound healing; generate unstable endoperoxide intermediate
Term
NF-kappa-B
Definition
induces expression of cytokines (IL-1,6), IFN beta, cell adhesion molecules
Term
Disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs
Definition
gold, low dose steroids,etc. No analgesic/anti-inflam effect but reduce symptoms slowly/delay disease process
Term
Methotrexate
Definition
most widely used DMARD, oral dose weekly works in 4-6 weeks; adv=anorexia, vomit, ab cramp, increased liver enzyme, immuno/marrow suppress, lymphomas
Term
Gold preparations
Definition
retard bone/articular destruction by depressing macrophage fxn after ingestion by cells; adv=dermatitis, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, proteinuria
Term
leflunomide
Definition
oral, immunosuppressant, inhibits dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (impaired lympho prolif); slows joint destruction
Term
etanercept
Definition
TNF-alpha antagonist; prevents stimulation of receptors on immunoglobulin; inject 2x week
Term
infliximab
Definition
TNF-alpha chimeric monoclonal Ab, binds free TNF-a, reduces joint swelling/damage via IV
Term
abatacept
Definition
Reduces TNF-a production, modulates co-stim signal required for full T-cell activation
Term
rituximab
Definition
chimeric anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody, depletes CD20 B cells
Term
Aspirin
Definition
IRREVERSIBLE non-selective COX inhibitor by acetylating the enzyme
Term
Older NSAIDs
ibuprofen, naproxen
Definition
reversible non-selective COX inhibitors, cause gastric ulceration and impaired kidney fxn
Term
celecoxib
Definition
COX-2 selective NSAID, rediced GI damage, platelet aggregation not impaired; does cause impaired cardio fxn
Term
Acetaminophen
Definition
analgesic/antipyretic, less effective as anti-inflam, weak COX-1/2 inhib
Term
Glucocorticoids
Definition
inhibit arachidonic production, inhibit COX-2, inhibit NF-kB
Term
Aspirin therapy methods
Definition
Take other NSAID right after or long before aspirin to competitively inhibit COX-1 reversibly before aspirin can kill it; limits anti-platelet actions
Term
Bartter's syndrome
Definition
hyperplasia of renal juxtaglomerular apparatus, hyperreninemia, hyperaldosteronism, hypokalemic alkalosis, normal BP, PG excretion increased; NSAIDS REVERSE SYMPTOMS
Term
Patent ductus arteriosus
Definition
NSAIDs allow duct to close without surgery
Term
NSAID metab
Definition
Liver; short half life=aspirin, ibuprofen, indomethacin
long half life=naproxen, salicylate
MOST NSAIDs HIGHLY BOUND TO ALBUMIN
Term
Acetaminophen metab
Definition
convert to NAPQ1=hepatotoxin; impairs Ca2+ handling, causes necrosis
Term
Renal adverse NSAID effects
Definition
COX 2 required for normal development, probably in normal fxn too. NSAID abuse=reduced glomer filtration, edema, papillary necrosis, acute/chronic renal failure, interstitial nephritis, hyperkalemia
Term
NSAID induced asthma
Definition
develop bronchospams and resp failure by shunting arachidonic metabolism from COX path to leukotriene path
Term
COX inhibitor side effects/contras
Definition
Skin=erythema multiforme, urticaria
CNS=drowsiness, headache
Rare=blood dyscrasias, liver dysfxn,neuro
CONTRA=pregnancy, hypersensitivities to NSAIDs, bleeding abnormalities
Term
Aspirin toxicity
Definition
Reye's syndrome in flu/varicella infxn
nausea, vomit, tinnitus, GI bleed, hemostasis, respiratory alkalosis (low dose), resp/metab acidosis (high dose)
Term
NSAID/COX inhibitor interactions
Definition
drugs bound to plasma proteins, increased GI bleed after alcohol, lithium impaired clearance, potassium sparing diuretics cause hyperkalemia
Term
Antacids
Definition
Promote duodenal ulcer healing, increase LES pressure, BAD with peptic ulcers
Term
aluminum hydroxide
Definition
High neutralization, lower gastric motility; osteoporosis in renal insufficients
Term
magnesium hydroxide
Definition
High neutralization, increased gastric motility; hypermagnesmia in renal insufficients
Term
calcium carbonate
Definition
Moderate neutralization, causes milk-alkali syndrome, hypercalcemia, bloating
Term
sodium bicarbonate
Definition
High neutralization, causes systemic alkalosis, bloating
Term
Sucraflate
Definition
mucosal protective agent, physically protects and makes a viscous layer over ulcers; NEEDS EMPTY STOMACH
Term
Bismuth subsalicylate
Definition
Pepto, mucosal protectant; binds ulcer site, bind bile acid, stimulates prostaglandin and alkali secretion; IF ALLERGIC TO ASPIRIN, AVOID THIS!
Term
H2 receptor antagonists
Cimetidine, ranitidine
Definition
structural analogs of histamine, competitive inhibition of H2 on gastric parietal cells; limited CNS if at all; inhibit gastrin stimulated/muscarinic acid secretion; rapid absorption and very short half life
Term
Cimetidine toxicity/interact
Definition
gynecomastia, galactorrhea, headache, fatigue, GI disturbances; interacts with P450, prolongs phenobarbital, theophylline, diazepam, etc
Term
Proton pump inhibitors
Omeprazole, esomeptazole, rabeprazole
Definition
short term duodenal/gastric ulcers, GERD, Zollinger-Ellison, eradicates H.Pylori; IRREVERSIBLE INHIBIT proton pump by 90%, activated at low pH; gets absorbed, pumped into canaliculi, turn around and kill pump. PUMP MUST BE ON TO CAUSE RELEASE AND INDUCE BINDING; well tolerated, only nausea, diarrhea, ab pain, constipation assoc., increased risk resp infxn/pneumo in prolonged use, INCREASED HIP FRACTURES; reduce absorption of drugs needing low pH
Term
Prostaglandins
misoprostol
Definition
prostaglandin E1 analog, inhibits gastric acid secretion, stimulates mucin secretion; cause diarrhea, potential abortion; NEVER USE IN PREGNANCY
Term
H.Pylori treatment
Definition
Quadruple drug=PPI/H2RA, metronidazole, tetracyclin, pepto
Triple=PPI, clarithromycin, metronidazole
Term
Prokinetic agents
Metaclopramide
Definition
stimulate emptying by cholinergic input, ihibited by adrenergic input; Stimulated by D2 receptor antag, 5-HT3 antag, 5-HT4 AGONIST (Meto action)
Term
Metoclopramide
Definition
5-HT3 receptor antagonist/5-HT4 agonist; stimulate ACh release from myenteric neurons, increase cholinergic input, RASIE LES pressure, INCREASE emptying, DECREASE small bowel transit time; freely enters CNS (anti-emetic); PARKINSONISM from dopamine agonism, TARDIVE DYSKINESIA
Term
Antispaasmodics
Definition
Treat IBS/peptic ulcer; bad side effects
Term
Antiemetics
Definition
regulated by lateral reticular formation of medulla/chemoreceptor trigger zone of area postrema (no BBB, gets signals from blood)
Term
Emesis promotion
Definition
Serotonin on 5-HT3 receptors
Dopamine on D2 receptors
ACh through M1 (motion sickness)
Histamine on H1
Delayed gastric emptying
Term
D2 receptor antagonists
Metoclopramide
Droperidol
Definition
Inhibit D2 receptors at CTZ, induce hypotension
Drop=post-op N/V prophylaxis; cause hypotension, drowsiness, dysphoria, arrhythmias
Term
Ondansetron
Granisetron
Definition
5-HT3 receptor antagonists exclusively , no extrapyramidal side effects, effective in radiotherapy emesis; mild headache, constipation, diarrhea, dizzy
Term
Aprepitant
Definition
Substance P (Neurokinin-1) receptor antagonist, help chemo-induced therapy/post-op nausea/vomit
Term
Meclizine
Dimenhydrinate
Definition
H1 antihistamine, battle motion sickness
Term
Nabilone
Definition
Cannabinoid, act at central CB1 receptors, treat chemo-emesis
Term
sulfasalazine
mesalamine
Definition
Non-aspirin 5-aminosalicylates for IBS; act by inhibition of arachidonic production in colon
Term
Ioperamide
Definition
Antidiarrheal opiod agonists, inhibit ACh release in enteric nervous system, reduce motility; CNS penetration poor
Term
Alosetron
Definition
Treat diarrheal IBS, antagonize 5-HT3 in women
Term
Tegaserod
Definition
5-HT4 agonist for constipation IBS in women/idiopathic chronic constipation in all; side effects=diarrhea, flatulence, cholecystitis; SERIOUS MI/STROKE RISK
Term
Lubiprostone
Definition
metabolite of PGE1, opens chloride channel ClC-2; increases intestinal water secretion; adv=delayed gastric emptying
Term
Alvimopan
Definition
opioid antagonists peripherally at mu-receptors, no BBB cross, don't interfere w/ pain drugs; ONLY FOR POST-OP ILEUS
Term
Sodium phosphate/bisphosphate
Definition
oral osmotically active agent to promote water retention in distal ileum/colon, CONTRA IN RENAL DAMAGED
Term
Polyethylene glycol
Definition
osmotically active laxative
Term
Bisacodyl
Senna
Definition
Stimulant laxatives, promote accumulation of water/electrolytes in lumen, stimulate motility; potent and quick
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