asthma, exercised induced-asthma, perennial allergic rhinitis, seasonal allergic rhinitis
Montelukast is indicated for 4 types of conditions. What are they?
atopic dermatitis, sleep apnea, seasonal allergies, urticaria
What are some off-label uses for Montelukast?
Montelukast
Which medication possess a black box warning for Neuropsychiatric events?
headache, fever, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea
What are common adverse events associated with Montelukast?
eosinophilic granulomatosis, disorientation, psychiatric
What are serious adverse effects associated with Montelukast?
selective/active leukotriene receptor antagonist
What is the pharmacological class for montelukast?
binds to CysLT type-1 receptors found in human airway preventing edema, smooth muscle contraction, and respiratory inflammation
What is MOA for Montelukast?
allergies, urticaria
What are the FDA uses for Cetirizine?
asthma, atopic dermatitis
What are off-label uses for Cetirizine?
xerostomia, headache, fatigue, tiredness
What are some common adverse effects associated with Cetirizine?
oculogyric crisis
What are some serious adverse effects associated with Cetirizine?
antihistamine that selectively inhibits the effect of peripheral H1- receptors
What is the MOA for Cetirizine?
remove contacts; avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants while using
What are specific patient counseling points when instructing a patient on taking cetirizine?
cough
What are FDA uses for dextromethorphan?
concurrent or within 14 days of MAOI use
Contraindications associated with Dextromethorphan?
dizziness, somnolence, fatigue
Common adverse effects associated with Dextromethorphan?
has action on cough center in medulla
MOA for Dextromethorphan?
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Dextromethorphan has no analgesic properties and little sedative activity. T/F?
robitussin, pediacare, vicks, bucklees, dexalone
Common trade names for Dextromethorphan?
Singulair
Common trade names for Montelukast?
Zyrtec, zerviate, quzyttir
Common trade names for Cetirizine?
allergic rhinitis, congestion
What are FDA uses for pseudophedrine?
asthma, barotrauma
What are off-label uses for Pseudophedrine?
hypertension, tachyarrhythmia, insomina, anxiety
Common adverse effects associated with Pseudoephedrine?
atrial fibrillation, myocardial infarction
Serious adverse effects associated with Pseudoephedrine?
sympathomimetic amine that stimulates a-adrenergic receptors of vascular smooth muscle; constricting arterioles and reducing blood flow
MOA for Pseudoephedrine?
sudafed, dimetapp, cenafed, pediacare, simply stuffy
What are trade names for Pseudoephedrine?
alpha/beta agonist; decongestant
Pharmacological category of Pseudoephedrine?
antiussive; nmda receptor antagonist
Pharmacological category of Dextromethorphan?