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Pharm Unit 16
SPC Pharmacology Unit 16 Exam 5
Question | Answer |
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Intended action of Xanthine | Promote relaxation of smooth muscle |
Natural Source of Xanthine | Tea--Theophylline (most effective) Coffee--caffeine Cocoa--theobromine |
Which source of Xanthine is most effective? | Tea/Theophylline |
Methylxanthines | "Methyl" added to enhanced bronchodilating effect |
What are the pulmonary effects of Methylxanthines? | Inhibits bronchoconstriction Drops pulmonary vascular resistance (Dilates pulmonary blood vessels) Enhances contraction and endurance of the diaphragm |
How many theories of Action? | 3 |
Mild Toxicity of Methylxanthine | Nausea, Headache, Vomiting |
Serious Toxicity of Methylxanthine | Seizure, Convulsions |
Extended Half-Life of Methylxanthine | fever, pneumonia, & some antibiotics may extend half-life |
Reduced Half-Life of Methylxanthine | Smoking, High-Protein Diet, Children (high metabolic activity) |
Medications of Methylxanthine | Theophylline Aminophylline |
Aminophylline | relative water solubility IV administered |
Effects of Methylxanthine | Mild Renal Vasodilation (Diuresis) Gastrointestinal (Nausea/Vomiting/Diarrhea) |
Anti-Inflammatory Effects | Decreased Eosinophil Migration Reduced airway response to adverse stimuli |
Is there an absolute known mechanism of action? | No only 3 known theories. |
What are the CNS effects of Methylxanthines? | A Improvement of the respiratory drive, BUT may cause anxiety, irritability, and insomnia |
Methylxanthines may induce............of the CNS | Twitching, Tremors, & Seizures |
What vitamin may reduce Methylxanthines CNS effects? | Vitamin B6 |