Notes in Grenko Pharm Drugs 2024

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Published 01/29/2024 Reserpine: {{c1::permanent inhibition of amine-H+ for catecholamine packaging into vesicles}}
Published 01/29/2024 Clonidine: {{c1::α2 agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Metyrosine: {{c1::inhibits tyrosine hydroxylase}}
Published 01/29/2024 Guanethidine/Guanadrel: {{c1::inhibits release of packaged catecholamines; competitive inhibition of Uptake-1}}
Published 01/29/2024 Tyramine: {{c1::displaces catecholamines out of nerve terminal; competitive inhibition of uptake-1}}
Published 01/29/2024 Amphetamines/Ephedrine/Pseudoephedrine: {{c1::displaces catecholamines out of nerve terminal; competitive inhibition of uptake-1}}
Published 01/29/2024 Tricyclic Anti-Depressants: {{c1::inhibits uptake-1}}
Published 01/29/2024 Cocaine: {{c1::CNS: inhibits Uptake-1; PNS: inhibits Na+ channels}}
Published 01/29/2024 Epinephrine (Adrenaline): {{c1::α1, α2, β1, β2 agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Norepinephrine (Noradrenaline): {{c1::α1 and α2 agonist; mild β1 agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Phenylephrine: {{c1::α1 agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Methoxamine: {{c1::α1 agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Clonidine: {{c1::α2 (partial) agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 α-methylnoradrenaline: {{c1::α2 (partial) agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Isoproterenol: {{c1::β1, β2 agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Dobutamine: {{c1::β1 agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Albuterol: {{c1::β2 agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Terbutaline: {{c1::β2 agonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Phenoxybenzamine: {{c1::α1, α2 antagonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Phentolamine: {{c1::α1, α2 antagonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Prazosin: {{c1::α1 antagonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Yohimbine: {{c1::α2 antagonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Carvedilol: {{c1::α1, β1, β2 antagonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Nebivolol: {{c1::β1 antagonist + vasodilation (NO-like)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Propranolol: {{c1::β1, β2 antagonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Atenolol: {{c1::β1 antagonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Metoprolol: {{c1::β1 antagonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Hemicholinium: {{c1::inhibits Na+/ACh symporter - choline into synapse}}
Published 01/29/2024 Vesamicol: {{c1::inhibits Ach/H+ antiporter - packaging into vesicles}}
Published 01/29/2024 Botulinum Toxin: {{c1::inhibits vesicle release}}
Published 01/29/2024 Latrotoxin/Beta-Bungarotoxin (spiders): {{c1::destroys synaptic vesicles}}
Published 01/29/2024 3,4-diaminopyridine: {{c1::promotes vesicle fusion, release of ACh}}
Published 01/29/2024 Nicotine (long term): {{c1::chronic stimulation leads to antagonism}}
Published 01/29/2024 Hexamethonium: {{c1::competitive ganglionic nACh receptor blocker (short-acting, must be given IV)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Trimethaphan: {{c1::competitive ganglionic nACh receptor blocker (short-acting, must be given IV)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Carbachol: {{c1::bind muscarinic receptors and nicotinic "receptors"; resistant to ACE}}
Published 01/29/2024 Bethanecol: {{c1::bind muscarinic receptors only}}
Published 01/29/2024 Atropine: {{c1::competitively binds and inhibits mAChR, lasts 4 hours (longer if used for eye)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Pilocarpine: {{c1::bind muscarinic receptors only}}
Published 01/29/2024 Edrophonium: {{c1::competes w/ autoantibodies in MG}}
Published 01/29/2024 Neostigmine: {{c1::(oral) MG, also for neurogenic ileus and post-op urinary retention}}
Published 01/29/2024 Pyridostigmine: {{c1::MG}}
Published 01/29/2024 Physostigmine: {{c1::glaucoma (topical), atropine poisoning}}
Published 01/29/2024 Scopolamine: {{c1::like atropine peripherally, stronger CNS effects}}
Published 01/29/2024 Curare (tubocurarine, pancuronium, vecuronium, atracurium): {{c1::from plants, rapid course progresses to respiratory muscles}}
Published 01/29/2024 Succinylcholine: {{c1::acetylcholinesterase resistant}}
Published 01/29/2024 Organophosphates: {{c1::irreversibly binds ACE active site, alkyl group released (irreversible aging) --> cholinergic stimulation then paralysis [p…
Published 01/29/2024 Imipramine [{{c2::TCAs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits Uptake 1 (NE) and SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Doxepin [{{c2::TCAs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits Uptake 1 (NE) and SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Amitriptyline [{{c2::TCAs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits Uptake 1 (NE) and SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Nortriptyline [{{c2::TCAs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits Uptake 1 (NE)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Desipramine [{{c2::TCAs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits Uptake 1 (NE)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Clomipramine [{{c2::TCAs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits Uptake 1 (NE) and SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Amoxapine [{{c2::TCAs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits Uptake 1 (NE)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Fluoxetine [{{c2::SSRI::drug class}}] (Prozac): {{c1::Inhibits SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Paroxetine [{{c2::SSRI::drug class}}] (Paxil): {{c1::Inhibits SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Sertraline [{{c2::SSRI::drug class}}] (Zoloft): {{c1::Inhibits SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Citalopram [{{c2::SSRI::drug class}}] (Celexa): {{c1::Inhibits SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Escitalopram [{{c2::SSRI::drug class}}] (Lexapro): {{c1::Inhibits SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Fluvoxamine [{{c2::SSRI::drug class}}] (Luvox): {{c1::Inhibits SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Venlafaxine [{{c2::SNRI::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits Uptake 1 (NE) and SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Desvenlafaxine [{{c2::SNRI::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits Uptake 1 (NE) and SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Duloxetine [{{c2::SNRI::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits Uptake 1 (NE) and SERT (5-HT)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Cyproheptadine: {{c1::Inhibits SERT; inhibits NET (Uptake 1) at higher doses}}
Published 01/29/2024 Isocarboxazid [{{c2::MAOIs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Prevents neurotransmitter degradation inside neuron (MAO-A metabolizes 5-HT and NE)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Tranylcypromine [{{c2::MAOIs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Prevents neurotransmitter degradation inside neuron (MAO-A metabolizes 5-HT and NE)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Phenelzine [{{c2::MAOIs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Prevents neurotransmitter degradation inside neuron (MAO-A metabolizes 5-HT and NE)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Selegiline [{{c2::MAOIs::drug class}}]: {{c1::Prevents neurotransmitter degradation inside neuron (MAO-B metabolizes dopamine)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Mirtazapine: {{c1::Serotonin/NE disinhibitor; α2 receptor antagonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Bupropion: {{c1::NE/DA reuptake inhibitor}}
Published 01/29/2024 Trazodone: {{c1::5-HT antagonist/reuptake inhibitor}}
Published 01/29/2024 Nefazodone: {{c1::5-HT antagonist/reuptake inhibitor}}
Published 01/29/2024 Clozapine [{{c2::Atypical Antipsychotics::drug class}}]: {{c1::Blocks D2 receptors AND 5-HT2A receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Chlorpromazine [{{c2::Typical Antipsychotics::drug class}}]: {{c1::Blocks D2 receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Haloperidol [{{c2::Typical Antipsychotics::drug class}}]: {{c1::Blocks D2 receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Risperidone [{{c2::Atypical Antipsychotics::drug class}}]: {{c1::Blocks 5-HT2A receptors AND D2 receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Aripiprazole [{{c2::Atypical Antipsychotics::drug class}}]: {{c1::Acts as a partial agonist at D2 receptors; Blocks 5-HT2A receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Carbamazepine [{{c2::Sodium Channel blockers::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Blocks sodium channels; Induces P450 enzyme}}
Published 01/29/2024 Phenytoin [{{c2::Sodium Channel blockers::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Blocks sodium channels; Induces P450 enzyme}}
Published 01/29/2024 Oxcarbazepine [{{c2::Sodium Channel blockers::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Blocks sodium channels}}
Published 01/29/2024 Lamotrigine [{{c2::Sodium Channel blockers::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Blocks sodium channels}}
Published 01/29/2024 Benzodiazepines [{{c2::GABA receptor agonists::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Agonizes GABA receptors; Effective for status epilepticus}}
Published 01/29/2024 Barbiturates (Phenobarbital) [{{c2::GABA receptor agonists::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Agonizes GABA receptors; Effective for status epilepticus; Induc…
Published 01/29/2024 Felbamate [{{c2::Block excitatory synaptic binding of glutamate receptor::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Targets NMDA receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Tiagabine [{{c2::Block excitatory synaptic binding of glutamate receptor::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Targets kainate receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Ethosuximide [{{c2::T (Calcium) current suppressor::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Suppresses T-currents by binding α-2-Δ subunit of voltage-gated Ca++ cha…
Published 01/29/2024 Gabapentin [{{c2::Bind α-2-Δ subunit of voltage-gated Ca++ Channels::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Binds α-2-Δ subunit of voltage-gated Ca++ channels}}
Published 01/29/2024 Pregabalin [{{c2::Bind α-2-Δ subunit of voltage-gated Ca++ Channels::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Binds α-2-Δ subunit of voltage-gated Ca++ channels}}
Published 01/29/2024 Levetiracetam [{{c2::Presynaptic protein SV2A on synaptic vesicles::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Binds to presynaptic protein SV2A on synaptic vesicles}}
Published 01/29/2024 Topiramate [{{c2::Multiple Mechanisms::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Blocks sodium channels; Agonizes GABA receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Propofol [{{c2::Multiple Mechanisms::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Blocks sodium channels; Agonizes GABA receptors; Effective for status epilepticus}}
Published 01/29/2024 Valproate [{{c2::Multiple Mechanisms::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Blocks sodium channels; Agonizes GABA receptors; Suppresses T-currents}}
Published 01/29/2024 Zonisamide [{{c2::Multiple Mechanisms::mechanism class}}]: {{c1::Blocks sodium channels; Suppresses T-currents}}
Published 01/29/2024 Ibuprofen [{{c2::Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAIDs) Agents::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes, reducing synthesis and release…
Published 01/29/2024 Naproxen [{{c2::Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAIDs) Agents::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes, reducing synthesis and release …
Published 01/29/2024 Aspirin (ASA) [{{c2::Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAIDs) Agents::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes, reducing synthesis and rel…
Published 01/29/2024 Indomethacin [{{c2::Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory (NSAIDs) Agents::drug class}}]: {{c1::Inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes, reducing synthesis and rele…
Published 01/29/2024 Acetaminophen [{{c2::Non-opioid analgesics::drug class}}]: {{c1::Mechanism like NSAIDs; Treatment of mild pain; NO effect on inflammation}}
Published 01/29/2024 Morphine (morphine sulfate) [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Agonist at Mu and weak Kappa receptors; mimics endorphins; activates pain modulating …
Published 01/29/2024 Hydromorphone [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Agonist at Mu and weak Kappa receptors; mimics endorphins; activates pain modulating system; binds …
Published 01/29/2024 Levorphenol [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Agonist at Mu receptors; also increases K+ efflux creating an inhibitory postsynaptic potential (IPSP…
Published 01/29/2024 Fentanyl (Analogs: sulfentanyl, alfentanyl, remifentanyl) [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Agonist at Mu receptors only; work centrally and have s…
Published 01/29/2024 Buprenorphine [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Partial agonist at Mu receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Nalbuphine [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Agonist at moderate Kappa receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Butorphenol [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Partial agonist at Mu receptors and full Kappa receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Pentazocine [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Weak partial agonist at Mu receptors and antagonist at Kappa receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Methadone [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Agonist at Mu receptors; NMDA antagonist effects; long half-life}}
Published 01/29/2024 Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Codeine [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Agonists at Mu receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Meperidine [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Agonist at Mu receptors; also give to patients with morphine allergy; good for chills}}
Published 01/29/2024 Propoxyphene [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Weak agonist; has very few advantages; psych reactions in elderly}}
Published 01/29/2024 Naloxone (Narcan) [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Competitive inhibitor of all opioid receptors; sudden complete antagonism can cause severe hype…
Published 01/29/2024 Tramadol [{{c2::Opioids::drug class}}]: {{c1::Agonist at Mu receptors; inhibits 5-HT and NE reuptake; alternative to opioids; not controlled substance…
Published 01/29/2024 Nitrous Oxide [{{c2::Inhaled (volatile anesthetics)::drug class}}]: {{c1::Vapor at room temp, not very soluble; not very potent; not metabolized}}
Published 01/29/2024 Halothane [{{c2::Inhaled (volatile anesthetics)::drug class}}]: {{c1::Liquid at room temp; very soluble, most potent of these drugs; ~20% metabolized}…
Published 01/29/2024 Sevoflurane [{{c2::Inhaled (volatile anesthetics)::drug class}}]: {{c1::Liquid at room temp}}
Published 01/29/2024 Isoflurane [{{c2::Inhaled (volatile anesthetics)::drug class}}]: {{c1::Liquid at room temp; very lipid soluble and fairly potent}}
Published 01/29/2024 Desflurane [{{c2::Inhaled (volatile anesthetics)::drug class}}]: {{c1::Liquid at room temp; almost boiling at room temp (vapor pressure ~700mmHg)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Thiopental [{{c2::Intravenous::drug class}}]: {{c1::Obsolete; may act on GABA receptors; highly lipid soluble; slow hepatic metabolism; not good for m…
Published 01/29/2024 Propofol [{{c2::Intravenous::drug class}}]: {{c1::Acts on GABA receptors and/or NMDA receptors; IV in lipid emulsion; rapid metabolism; popular for se…
Published 01/29/2024 Ketamine [{{c2::Intravenous::drug class}}]: {{c1::NMDA receptor antagonist; relatively rapid metabolism; ideal for difficult anesthesia scenarios; mai…
Published 01/29/2024 Thiopental [{{c2::Intravenous Anesthetics::drug class}}]: {{c1::May act on GABA receptors; highly lipid soluble}}
Published 01/29/2024 Propofol [{{c2::Intravenous Anesthetics::drug class}}]: {{c1::May act on GABA and/or NMDA receptors}}
Published 01/29/2024 Ketamine [{{c2::Intravenous Anesthetics::drug class}}]: {{c1::NMDA receptor antagonist}}
Published 01/29/2024 Ethanol [{{c2::Depressants}}]: {{c1::Via GABA neurotransmitter which is a CNS depressor; synergistic when multiple CNS depressants are used concomitan…
Published 01/29/2024 γ-hydroxybutyric acid [{{c2::Depressants}}]: {{c1::Strong relaxation (like alcohol w/o hangover); ↓HR, resp., motor coordination, balance; unconscious…
Published 01/29/2024 Benzodiazepines [{{c2::Depressants}}]: {{c1::Muscle relaxant; sedative; anticonvulsant; anxiolytic (reduces anxiety); CV/resp compromise infrequent; c…
Published 01/29/2024 Barbiturates [{{c2::Depressants}}]: {{c1::More easily overdosed (more toxic); otherwise like benzodiazepines}}
Published 01/29/2024 Opioids [{{c2::Depressants}}]: {{c1::Via release of dopamine in mesolimbic system; euphoria (pleasure)}}
Published 01/29/2024 LSD, Psilocybin (mushrooms) [{{c2::Hallucinogens}}]: {{c1::Nonselective 5-HT agonist; confusion of senses; seizures; severe hyperthermia; hypertension…
Published 01/29/2024 Marijuana (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol = THC) [{{c2::Cannabinoids}}]: {{c1::Euphoria; temporary disruption of testosterone (↓ penis size); immune sys…
Published 01/29/2024 Marinol/dronabinol (THC isomer) [{{c2::Cannabinoids}}]: {{c1::Unknown mechanism, possibly inhibition of vomiting control mechanism in medulla oblongat…
Published 01/29/2024 (Pseudo)Ephedrine/(Meth)Amphetamine [{{c2::Stimulants}}]: {{c1::Mainly act on DOPAMINE (also on NE and 5-HT); stimulates release of endogenous DA + in…
Published 01/29/2024 MDMA/MDA/PMA [{{c2::Stimulants}}]: {{c1::Mainly act on SEROTONIN (also on DA and NE)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Cocaine [{{c2::Stimulants}}]: {{c1::Stimulates release of endogenous DA + inhibits uptake of DA, NE, and 5-HT; appetite suppression; ↑ HR, BP, vasocon…
Published 01/29/2024 Ketamine [{{c2::Dissociative}}]: {{c1::Intense hallucinations; anesthesia; paralysis (spontaneous breathing/swallowing preserved); sedation; amnesia; …
Published 01/29/2024 Diphenhydramine: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H1 receptors in PNS and CNS --> ↓ DAG/IP3}} [{{c2::1st Generation H1 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Chorpheniramine: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H1 receptors in PNS and CNS --> ↓ DAG/IP3}} [{{c2::1st Generation H1 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Dimenhydrinate: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H1 receptors in PNS and CNS --> ↓ DAG/IP3}} [{{c2::1st Generation H1 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Doxylamine: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H1 receptors in PNS and CNS --> ↓ DAG/IP3}} [{{c2::1st Generation H1 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Cimetidine: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H2 receptors --> ↓ cAMP}} [{{c2::H2 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Ranitidine: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H2 receptors --> ↓ cAMP}} [{{c2::H2 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Famotidine: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H2 receptors --> ↓ cAMP}} [{{c2::H2 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Nizatidine: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H2 receptors --> ↓ cAMP}} [{{c2::H2 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Cetirizine: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H1 receptors in PERIPHERY only (do not cross BBB)}} [{{c2::2nd Generation H1 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Loratidine: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H1 receptors in PERIPHERY only (do not cross BBB)}} [{{c2::2nd Generation H1 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Fexofenadine: {{c1::Competitive, reversible inhibition of H1 receptors in PERIPHERY only (do not cross BBB)}} [{{c2::2nd Generation H1 Antagonist}}]
Published 01/29/2024 Acetaminophen [{{c2::Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)}}]: {{c1::Conjugates with arachidonic acid in CNS (enzymes that do this are only i…
Published 01/29/2024 Aspirin [{{c2::Salicylates}}]: {{c1::Selectively acetylates serine residue in COX active site (irreversible)}}
Published 01/29/2024 Ibuprofen [{{c2::Propionic Acid}}]: {{c1::Competitively, reversibly binds COX active site}}
Published 01/29/2024 Naproxen [{{c2::Propionic Acid}}]: {{c1::Competitively, reversibly binds COX active site}}
Published 01/29/2024 Prednisone [{{c2::Steroids (glucocorticoids = cortisol)}}]: {{c1::Binds nuclear receptors in cell cytoplasm --> changes protein levels in cells; po…
Published 01/29/2024 Celecoxib [{{c2::COX-2 Selective inhibitors}}]: {{c1::Drug is too large to bind COX-1 active site --> competitively binds COX-2 active site}}
Published 01/29/2024 Rofecoxib [{{c2::COX-2 Selective inhibitors}}]: {{c1::Drug is too large to bind COX-1 active site --> competitively binds COX-2 active site}}
Published 01/29/2024 Misoprostol [{{c2::Synthetic Prostanoids}}]: {{c1::Synthetic PGE1 analog; enhances normal PGE1 effects = ↓ acid production}}
Published 01/29/2024 Indomethacin [{{c2::Synthetic Prostanoids}}]: {{c1::↓ Movement of granulocytes into affected area}}
Published 01/29/2024 Albuterol [{{c2::Short acting β2 agonists (SABAs)}}]: {{c1::Bronchodilation}}
Published 01/29/2024 Terbutaline [{{c2::Short acting β2 agonists (SABAs)}}]: {{c1::Bronchodilation}}
Published 01/29/2024 Salmeterol [{{c2::Long acting β2 agonists (LABAs)}}]: {{c1::Bronchodilation}}
Published 01/29/2024 Formoterol [{{c2::Long acting β2 agonists (LABAs)}}]: {{c1::Bronchodilation}}
Published 01/29/2024 Beclamethasone [{{c2::Corticosteroids/Glucocorticoids}}]: {{c1::Inhibit inflammatory cascade}}
Published 01/29/2024 Fluticasone [{{c2::Corticosteroids/Glucocorticoids}}]: {{c1::Inhibit inflammatory cascade}}
Published 01/29/2024 Prednisone [{{c2::Corticosteroids/Glucocorticoids}}]: {{c1::Inhibit inflammatory cascade}}
Published 01/29/2024 Ipratropium [{{c2::Bronchoconstriction Blockers/Bronchodilators}}]: {{c1::Muscarinic receptor antagonist, blocks vagally mediated bronchoconstriction}…
Published 01/29/2024 Montekulast [{{c2::Inflammation Inhibitors}}]: {{c1::Binds cysteinyl leukotriene receptor (CysLT1) - blocks action of leukotriene D4 (prevents broncho…
Published 01/29/2024 Cromolyn [{{c2::Other mechanisms}}]: {{c1::Prevents degranulation of mast cells}}
Published 01/29/2024 Salmeterol + Fluticasone [{{c2::Combination Therapy}}]: {{c1::Inhibits inflammatory cascade and bronchodilates}}
Published 01/29/2024 Zileuton [{{c2::Other mechanisms}}]: {{c1::Inhibits 5-lipoxygenase --> ↓ leukotriene synthesis}}
Published 01/29/2024 Methotrexate [{{c2::Disease-modifying Anti-rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)}}]: {{c1::Inhibition of lymphocyte proliferation (blocks purine synthesis) at low …
Published 01/29/2024 Leflunomide [{{c2::Disease-modifying Anti-rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)}}]: {{c1::Block pyrimidine synthesis; acts on dihydroorotate dehydrogenase to inhib…
Published 01/29/2024 Sulfasalazine [{{c2::Disease-modifying Anti-rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)}}]: {{c1::Anti-inflammatory; antimicrobial}}
Published 01/29/2024 Hydroxychloroquinone [{{c2::Disease-modifying Anti-rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)}}]: {{c1::Interferes with antigen processing; inhibits phospholipase A2}}
Published 01/29/2024 Infliximab [{{c2::Biologic Therapies}}]: {{c1::Binds/neutralizes TNF-α preventing downstream signaling and destructive symptoms}}
Published 01/29/2024 Adalimumab [{{c2::Biologic Therapies}}]: {{c1::Binds/neutralizes TNF-α preventing downstream signaling and destructive symptoms}}
Published 01/29/2024 Etanercept [{{c2::Biologic Therapies}}]: {{c1::Genetically engineered fusion protein - binds TNF-α to prevent downstream signaling and destructive sym…
Published 01/29/2024 Indomethacin [{{c2::Acute Gout Therapy}}]: {{c1::NSAID that reduces movement of granulocytes to affected area}}
Published 01/29/2024 Allopurinol [{{c2::Prophylactic/Chronic Gout Treatment}}]: {{c1::Purine analog --> competitive inhibition of uric acid synthesis; less likely to fo…
Published 01/29/2024 Colchicine [{{c2::Prophylactic/Chronic Gout Treatment}}]: {{c1::Plant alkaloid; depolymerizes MT by binding tubulin --> ↓ granulocyte ability to mi…
Published 01/29/2024 Probenecid/Sulfinpyrazone [{{c2::Prophylactic/Chronic Gout Treatment}}]: {{c1::Weak organic acid; inhibits urate-anion exchanger (mediates uric acid r…
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