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Nicotine Nicotinic
Acetylcholine Augmenters
Propantheline Synthetic
Mecamylamine
Tubocurarine Given IV or IM
Pancuronium
Non-depolarizing Some association with
blockade of Nnmj receptor Histamine release due to
Mivacurium Muscle relaxation large size
Competes with Ach at before and during (bronchospasm and
receptor surgery, ECT, Tetanus edema)
convulsions, orthopedic
procedures
Non-depolarizing Some association with
blockade of Nnmj receptor Histamine release due to
Muscle relaxation large size
Competes with Ach at before and during (bronchospasm and
receptor surgery, ECT, Tetanus edema)
convulsions, orthopedic Seizures due to
Atracurium procedures metabolites in CNS
Epinephrine Low dose: B (dilation) Asthma, anaphylactic CNS effects (tremors, All adrenergic receptors
High dose: a (constrict) shock, glaucoma stroke), arrhythmias
Norepinephrine Beta 1 and alpha Shock, but decrease in All receptors but Beta 2
RBF
Low dose: B1 (D1, D2) Shock-inc. CO w/ maint
Dopamine of renal blood flow
High dose: a
Cocaine Beta 1 and alpha Local anesthetic activity Peripheral and CNS
blocks Reuptake 1 with analogs blocks reuptake of effects
Dopamine and Norepi
Cardiac death from
build-up of Norepi
Ephedrine
Direct: a and B
Indirect: release of Viral and allergic rhinitis Can cause HTN crisis
Norepi
Pseudoephedrine
Alpha-Adrenergic Antagonists
Doxazosin
Prazosin
Beta-Adrenergic Antagonists
Propranolol Bronchoconstriction,
HTN, glaucoma, arrhythmias at withdrawl
migraine, CV, thyroid,
Non-selective beta stage fright
Nadolol blocker longer duration
Local Anesthetics
Nitrous Oxide Surgery, Recreational Minor CV, resp and SM Gas, rapid onset and
(Whip-its) effects, CNS toxicity recovery (low lipophilic)
Methoxyflurane Labor and delivery Analgesics, not much Most potent of gas
uteran; Nephrotoxicity agents
Thiopental GABA receptors CNS Depression Resp and CV toxicity Induction Agent
(anesthetic)
Midazolam, Valium Potentiation of GABA Conscious sedation with Countered with
(Benzodiazepines) (inhibitory effects) amnesia Flumazenil
Ketamine NMDA antagonist Catatonia without CV or Similar to PCP: weird Dissociative anesthetic
Resp depression dreams/visions, inc ICP
Levodopa (L-Dopa) Converted to Dopamine Parkinson's Disease Similar to DA (but less) Large first-pass, to CNS
by ACTIVE transport
Carbidopa Blocks AAAD in Periph. Lessens peripherals, Does NOT cross BBB
More L-Dopa in CNS may increase CNS ones (prevents --> DA in Per.)
Selegiline (deprenyl) Inhibits MAO type B Preventing DA Adrenergic stimulation Type B more specific to
metabolism DA at small doses
Bromocriptine
Still active at later
stages when DA For all DAergic drugs:
neurons completely lost Per - arrythmias (B1),
Pergolide hypotension
Dopaminergic agonists CNS -N/V(emetic center) Cross BBB
dyskinesias, agitation,
Pramipexole hallucinations (DA
receptors in other parts
of brain)
Ropinirole
Benztropine
Anticholinergic agents Reduce excitation of Muscarinic blockade:
GABA neurons Can't see,spit,pee,shit
Trihexyphenidyl
Tyramine Increases levels of NE, HTN crisis --> Death MAO inhibitors can
can also act directly prevent breakdown
Reserpine
Huntington's Chorea Do not work very well
Antipsychotics
Tetrabenazine (Dopamine Tardive Dyskinesia
antagonists/depletors)
Haloperidol Tics (Tourette's)
Classical antipsychotics
- Reduce dopamine
action
Perphenazine
Classical antipsychotics
Prochlorperazine - Reduce dopamine
action
Thioxanthines
Thiothixene
Butyrophenones
Haloperidol Most widely used of Low sedation, alpha- Depot preparation for
classical antipsychotics blockade, High EPS compliance probs
Antiepileptic Drugs Possible birth defects, Also used for pain control, diabetic neuropathies,
OC interactions and withdrawl symptoms control
Phenobarbital GM, Psychomotor, and Sedation or hyperactivity Least toxic; --> Children
Focal; also (EtOH w/x) to avoid gum growth
Metabolized to Allows for greater activity with less blood levels of
Primidone Phenobarbitol and Myoclonic in children Phenobarbital, therefore less sedation
PEMA
Ethosuximide (1o) Blocks T-type Ca2+ Absence (petit mal) Extended depression Contra in tonic-clonics
channels ONLY -- usually children (GI, drowsiness, lazy)
Clonazepam Stimulates GABA Useful in all, esp. Drowsiness, ataxia, Potential to exacerbate
myoclonic and akinetic aggressiveness seizures; yes Tolerance
Felbamate Blocks NMDA? Partial sz in Adults Aplastic anemia, GI, and 0-order, increases
Potentiates GABA? CNS [valproate,phenytoin]
Lamotrigine Inactivates Na+ channels Partials, some GM, Cerebellar dys, Possibly leading to
atonic, and absence drowsiness, and rash Stevens-Johnson syn.
Topiramate Blocks Na+ channels, Partial sz (approved for Ataxia, drowsiness Also inhibits glutamate
augments GABA monothrpy), migraines at certain receptors
Vigabatrin Irreversible inhibitor of Complex Partial sz Psychotic rxns, Not available in USA
GABA transaminase (Psychomotor) hyperactivity
Levetiracetam Partial sz
Methadone Withdrawl from heroin Less euphoria, slow Slower onset, longer
or morphine withdrawl duration of action
Codeine Metabolized in liver to Cough, Pain relief (w/ Some people lack
Decreased dependence CYP2D6
morphine by CYP2D6 NSAIDs) (no pain relief)
Oxycodone, Mild-moderate agonists Pain control
Hydrocodone
Propoxyphene Derivative of Methadone Weak analgesic Cardiotoxic, Pulmonary No benefit over other
edema drugs; use declining
Pentazocine Partial agonist (Mu, Analgesia (kappa) Withdrawl sx when given Talwin-NX to prevent IV
delta, sigma) with morphine abuse
Opioid Antagonists
Naloxone Opioid toxicity (Resp. Can try in ER with Talwin-NX (no
depression, coma) comatose pt. absorption orally)
Pure antagonist (mainly
at Mu receptors)
Naltrexone Opioid, EtOH addiction Longer onset, T1/2,
duration of action
Phenobarbital
Enhances duration
GABA binding to Longer-acting Can produce anesthesia
receptor --> Cl- influx --> Primarily for and even death;
Pentobarbital hyperpolarization anticonvulsants/ Withdrawl sx can be
(Can affect Cl- anesthetics fatal
conductance w/o GABA) Very short-acting (lipid
Thiopental soluble-->redistribution)
Miscellaneous
Buspirone Partial agonist at 5- Anxiety only Does not interact with 1-4 weeks to start
HT1a receptors EtOH, motor skills working
Drugs for Depression Also used for Panic disorder, Enuresis, Chronic No CNS stimulation for
pain, Eating disorders, Attention Deficit disorder normal patients
Phenelzine
Low TI; hypotension, Hepatotoxicity
Increase vesicular sexual dysfunction,
Isocarboxazid stores of NE and 5-HT insomnia, OD sx's,
Tyramine crisis,
potentiates meperidine
Tranylcypromine
Tricyclic Antidepressants
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors High TI (death only with Requires downregulation
combos) of autoreceptor 4 activity
Long T1/2 of metabolite
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
(least w/x sx)
CNS stimulation, sexual
Fluvoxamine dysfunction; inhibition
Block reuptake of 5-HT of P-450 (esp.
selectively fluoxetine, paroxetine);
Serotonin syndrome
Paroxetine (esp. w/
MAOIs/meperidine)
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Other Antidepressants
Bupropion
Hypothalamic-Pituitary Drugs
Menotropins (hMG) Mostly FSH (some LH) In Vitro clinics From urine of
postmenopausal women
Triamcinolone
Gonadal Drugs/Hormones
Pancreatic Drugs/Hormones
Drugs of Abuse
Caffeine
Ephedrine
Methylphenidate
Phentermine
Sibutramine
CNS depressant
Ethanol (GABA, Na, NMDA, 5- Social Alcoholic hallucinosis W/drawl CAN be fatal -
HT3???) (DT's), suppressed ADH CV collapse from ANS
Ketamine
Disulfiram Inhibits aldehyde Negative reward for OD can lead to CV Like metronidazole,
dehydrogenase EtOH intake collapse from aldehyde sulfonylureas, cephs, etc
Hydrochlorothiazide
1o: Blocks NaCl Caution with renal
symporter in early distal HTN (first-line), CHF, insufficiency Rapid onset, relatively
Metazolone convoluted tubule edema, nephrolithiasis, Can --> hypokalemia, short DOA,
2o: Block carbonic diabetes insipidus hyperuricemia, Also DECREASE Ca2+
anhydrase in proximal hypercalcemia, in urine
tubule (weak) metabolic alkalosis
Indapamide
Furosemide
Xanthines
Aminophylline
Increaes GFR, inhibit Na CHF, Cardiac edema (in CNS stimulation, GI Combined with other
reabsorbtion in tubule combination) disturbances diuretics or even digoxin
for CHF, cardiac edema
Caffeine
Anti-Hypertensive Drugs
Diuretics
Hydrochlorothiazide
See above
Furosemide
Beta-adrenergic Antagonists
Propranolol
Pindolol
Alpha-adrenergic Antagonists
Centrally-acting Drugs
Diltiazem
HTN, Arrythmias (slow Reflex tachycardia may
Nifedipine Calcium channel blocker conduction through AV worsen heart condition,
node, DECREASE effects on AV conduction
contractility)
Verapamil Avoid in those with
conduction disturbances
Nitroglycerin (IV)
Activation of guanylyl Excessive dilation -->
cyclase --> inc. cGMP Hypotension
Nitroprusside Releases nitric oxide
Antiplatelet Drugs
Abciximab Binds to IIb/IIIa During & after coronary Hemorrhage, Monoclonal antibody
adhesion molecule artery procedures thrombocytpenia
Ticlopidine
Platelet ADP receptor Anticoagulation in those TTP,
blood
neutropenia, less
cells, increased
antagonist (irreversible) who cannot tolerate LDL, VLDL (Clopidogrel Dose dependent
aspirin less)
Clopidogrel
Warfarin Sodium Prevents carboxylation of Vitamin K - prevents Bleeding, allergy;Contra Oral; genetic variations
(coumarin) synthesis of II, VII, IX, and X in pregnancy, liver dx in susceptibility
Vitamin K Prevent synthesis of II, Also caused by diet, bowel dx, liver/bile dx
Antagonists VII, IX, X, proteins C, S (reduced synthesis); Pregnancy (inc. clot
factors)
Fondaparinux Indirect inhibitor of Xa NOT assoc w/ low Does not bind to platelet
synthesis platelets or osteoporosis factor 4
Antithrombin III Inactivates thrombin (Iia) Hereditary AT-III Dizziness, chest pain,
and other factors deficiency nausea, chills
Fibrinolytic Agents
Stents with Anticoagulation Properties Inhibit proliferation of smooth muscle into lumen of
stent
Ionotropic Agents
Inhibits Na/K ATPase -> CHF, Atrial Nausea, vomiting, Increases automaticity
lowered intracellular K, flutter/fibrillation (slows diarrhea, visual and conduction in atrial
Digoxin increased intracell Ca, conduction through AV disturbances, various muscle; toxic levels can
increased release of node) arrythmias increase catecholamines
Ach
Milrinone increaes Ca influx CHF (IV) Tachyarrythmias (NOT Potent, but questionable
bradycardia) efficacy
Dobutamine Beta 1 agonist CHF (fixed, high grade Increases CO, and
(Enantiomers-some 'a') coronary occlusion) decreases VFP
Carvedilol, Beta blocking activity Reduce SNS effects in
Metoprolol CHF
Nesiritide (Brain Activates cGMP, CHF (IV) Is NOT arrhythmogenic
natriuretic peptide) Increases GFR
Anti-Arrythmic Drugs
Class 1A
Class 1B
Tocainide When other 1B's don't Agranulocytosis, aplastic Oral form of lidocaine;
work anemia, int pneumonitis requires CBC monitoring
Class 1C
Propafenone Long-term Na blocker, Proarrythmic effects,
slows all conduction Granulocytosis, SLE-like
Class 3
Amiodarone Na block, K block, Ca SV/V.tach, also WPW Pulmonary fibrosis, Active metabolite, NOT
block, a/b block (major DOC) corneal deposits, thyroid reverse rate dependent
Sotalol Beta blocker, increases SV/V.tach Bradycardia, Torsades Reverse rate dependent
AP & ERP in all tissues
Ibutilide Prolongs AP & ERP (Na Afib, Aflutter (better at Torsades Will not depress cardiac
channel agonist?) re-entry arrythmias) function; NOT RRD
Dofetilide Blocks rapid comp. of K Afib, Aflutter Never together with Better in Atria, RRD
delayed rectifier channel Verapamil
Class 4
Verapamil Decrease inward Ca Reentry SV.tach, Afib, Decreases ionotropy, Contra in WPW; blocks
current, slow AV Aflutter conversion Hypotension on cytosolic side
conduc, increase ERP,
slowed phase 4, HR Less -ionotropic
Diltiazem slowed AV node tachycardias effects blocks on exterior side
Adenosine K channel (A1) opener, Treating SV.tach, RAPID half-life (10sec); antagonizes
works in the nodes NOT Afib/Aflutter/Atach catecholamines, Diagnostic for SV.tach vs. V.tach
Magnesium Blockade of Ca, Na, K DOC for Torsades de Contra in complete heart
channels, ATPase pump Pointes block, renal failure
Lovastatin
Also: plaque stability, Lovastatin -
HMG CoA reductase anti-inflam., sepsis, Hepatitis, myalgia, prodrug/crosses BBB
Simvastatin inhibitors; prevents stroke, osteoporosis, rhabdomyolysis (esp. All increase hepatic
synthesis of cholesterol arthritis, DM, dementia, with niacin); slight LDL receptors;
MS, transplants, kidney increase in [warfarin] eliminated via CYP3A4
dz, cancer, blindness (big 1st pass)
Atorvastatin
Ezetimibe (Zetia) Inhibits cholesterol Often used with statin Gall stones? Inc. hepatic Eliminated via
absrp. (at brush border) enzymes; hedche, URIs glucoronidation
Cholestyramine
Bile acid sequestrants - Rash, fecal impaction, Increase hepatic LDL
Cholestipol prevent enterohepatic constipation receptors (need
recirculation (LDL now Can also bind drugs or cholesterol to make new
used to make more) vitamins --> deficiency bile acids)
Colesevelam
Propranolol
Beta blockers
Timolol Increase diastolic time Improves subendo-
(inc. O2 supply) cardial flow, Dec HR,
Decrease Dec velocity of
Nadolol work of heart contraction
(dec. O2 demand)
Carvedilol
Hematopoietic Drugs
Cyanocobalamin IM B12 injection B12 deficiency (inc. Cold abscesses Very painful
methylmalonic acid)
Sargramostim Recombinant GM-CFS- Chemo in AML patients Bone pain, pulmonary Pulmonary capillary leak
(Leukine) > granulocyte/macros (>55yo), BM transplant edema, heart failure --> syndrome, fever, mlaise
Filgrastim
(Neupogen) Recombinant G-CFS -> Chemo in AML patients Bone pain, splenic Better tolerated than
neutrophils/granulocytes (>55yo), BM transplant,
to prevent neutropenia neutrophil ARDS
rupture, from GM-CSF, Neulasta
prolonged action (slow
PEG-Filgrastim (NO macrophages) (infections) infiltrate lung renal clearance)
(Neulasta)
Epoprostenol PGI2 (Prostacyclin) Pulmonary HTN Inhibits Platelet agg Mainly in endothelial
(emergency) cells
PGE2 and PGI2 Vasodilation, Bronchodilation, DEC platelet agg, INC renal blood flow, GI (dec acid, inc HCO3&mucus)
CNS neurotransmitter
Constricts Bronchi (H1) (H1 and H2)
Histamine Constricts Gut (H1)
Inc Gastric Acid (H2)
Vascular dilation (H1,2) Nerve endings (Pain, BP drop (H1 rapid, H2
itch) - (H1) slow effect)
Drug/Class Mechanism Clinical Uses Side Effects Miscellaneous
Diphenhydramine
(Benadryl) Minor Allergic reactions
(edema, rash, itch), CNS effects: Sedation, Contraindicated in
Dimenhydrinate Block H1 Allergic rhinitis Antitussive, Dec motion asthma due to drying
(Dramamine) (hay-fever, hives), sickness (antiAch?), effect on lungs
Motion sickness, dryness
Chlorpheniramine Sedative OTC
(Chlor-Trimeton)
Fexofenadine
(Allegra)
Little/NO sedation Do NOT cross BBB
Minor Allergic reactions (NO CNS)
Loratadine (Claritin) Block H1 (edema, rash, itch), NOT antiAch
Allergic rhinitis NO motion sickness
help
Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
H2 Receptor Antagonists
Cimetidine
(Tagamet)
Ranitidine (Zantac)
Block H2 - Decrease
gastric acid secretion GERD, Ulcers
(volume and acidity)
Famotidine (Pepcid)
Nizatidine (Axid)
Drug/Class Mechanism Clinical Uses Side Effects Miscellaneous
Classification of NSAIDS
Drug/Class Mechanism Clinical Uses Side Effects Miscellaneous
Ibuprofen COX inhibitor (NSAID) Same as ASA (better for GI (N/V), CNS - dizzy, Cross sensitive ASA
dysmenorrhea) headache, etc. Naproxen - long acting
Intractable fever Sulindac - prodrug with
Indomethacin COX inhibitor (Most (Hodgkins), ankylosing Frontal headache, GI less toxicity
potent one) spond., OA, RA, GoutA ulcers, blood loss Contraindicated: Ulcers
close patent ductus Pregnancy, Psychiatric
Ketorolac COX inhibitor Short-term analgesic Hepatic, renal toxicity Only IM NSAID
(compare opioids, etc) No evidence of abuse
Slow-Acting Antirheumatic Drugs (SAARDs) - Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)First line: NSAIDs
Colchicine Binds to tubulin, inhibits Acute Gout (1st line) - Diarrhea, N/V Reduces leukocyte
polymerization 12-24hrs till effect migration/inflammation
Inhibits Xanthine Oxids Chronic Gout (often in Prolongs T1/2 of 6-
Allopurinol Reduces uric acid syn. combo to start) Uncommon
mercaptopurine
Beclomethasone
Adrenocorticosteroids - Systemic: Adrenal sup,
Decreases inflam. and Growth retard, Osteo, Side effects much less
Flunisolide secretions/mucus/ Cataracts, Blood with aerosol route and
cytokines; increases B changes, Weight gain, alternate-day method
receptors in lungs HTN
Triamcinolone
Terbutaline
B-adrenergic agonists -
1) Relax bronchial SM Asthma, Bronchitis,
Salmeterol 2) Stimulate Emphysema (more
mucocilia 3) Dec. effective in COPD)
SM hypertrophy 4)
Inhibit inflam. cells More cardiac effects
Isoproterenol than albuterol
Fluticasone
Formoterol
Cromolyn Sodium Inhibits cellular actvaton Mast cell stabilizer, Inhibits eosinophil
(Cl channels) inhibits cough infiltration
Expectorants
Potassium iodide Expectorants Also Ipecac (subemetic
dose)
Mucokinetic agent
Guaifenisin
Dornase Recomb. DNAase -> Cystic fibrosis, Chronic Cough, wheeze, Aerosol
Cleaves mucus bronchitis hemoptysis, pharyng
Amrinone
PDE3 inhibitors Bronchodilation -
Asthma
Enoximone
Ipopamine
Milrinone
Phosphodiesterase Bronchodilation - Nausea and vomiting
Inhibitors --> Asthma may limit use of PDE4
Bronchodilation inhibition
Vesnarinone
Pimobendan
Verapamil
Ca channel blockers Relax bronchial SM,
"stabilize" membranes
Nifedipine
Zarfirlukast
Leukotriene receptor Food decreases
Antagonist (nonspecific) Increase theophylline bioavailability
Montelukast and warfarin
Met. by CYP2C9,3A4
Zileuton 5-lipooxygenase Headache, hep. toxic
inhibitor Dyspepsia
Peptic-acid Disorders
Omeprazole PPI Prodrug - oxidizes Zollinger-Ellison Inhibits P450; rash, hep *Acid suppression
(Prilosec) SH groups in pump syndrome DOC*, GERD enzymes, constipation (irreversible), long effect
Lansoprazole GERD
(Prevacid)
Sucralfate Small amount of Al Mucosal Protection Rare; may impair NOT in combo with
absorbd: paste on ulcer absorption of others antacids/indomethacin
Bismuth Reacts w/ HCl -> Ulcer, mucosal Black stool/tongue (Pepto-Bismol)
Subsalicylate salicylate; H.pyloricidal protection
Laxatives (and Cathartics) Persistent constipation, Cathartic colon syndrome, Addiction, Hypok+,
CV dz, hernia, parasites Malabsorption, Liver abnormalities (DSS)
Antidiarrheals
Kaolin Diarrhea
Thickeners and water Kaopectate
binders
Pectin
Ondansetron
5-HT3 antagonists Pre-Tx for Constipation, diarrhea,
Work in CTZ Chemotherapy HTN, Hep. enzymes
Nausea/vomiting
Granisetron
Chlorpromazine Inhibit DA, Ach, His, and Post-op and post-rad. Works in emetic center
(Phenothiazines) alpha receptors Nausea/vomiting (oral/IV/rectal)
Anticholelithics
Tegaserod 5-HT4 agonist - Women w/ IBS w/ Heart attacks, stroke, Removed from market
stimulates motility Constipation (shorterm) headache, diarrhea
Toxicology
Oxygen
D50W (sugar)
Initial Tx for
unresponsive patient
Thiamin
Naloxone
Fomepizole (4- Methanol poisoning NO CNS
methylpyrazole) effects/depression
N-acetylcysteine Acetaminophen OD
(NAC)
Desferoxamine Iron OD
Garlic High lipids, HTN, ather- Induces CYP3A4, anti- Can cause bleeding w/
osclerosis, Cancer thrombotic, antiplatelet surgery
Soy Estrogenic (low) & Menopausal Sx, Breast Lymphocytopenia w/ Mech depends on
Antiestrogenic (high) Cancer certain derivative endogenous levels
St. John's Wort Depression (mild to 5-HT Syn. w/ SSRI's, Similar to TCA
moderate) Induces CYP effectiveness
Coenzyme Q10
Bitter Orange Sympathomimetic (like Weight loss ("Ephedra- Hemorrhagic stroke, Contains tyramine, is
phenylephrine, norepi) free") inhibits CYP3A4 similar to Ephedra