Pharmacology Drug Categories and Effects

These flashcards cover key drug categories, their mechanisms, uses, and side effects as discussed in the pharmacology lecture notes.

SABA

Short-acting beta agonists that stimulate beta 2 receptors in the lungs to relax bronchi.

LABA

Long-acting beta agonists that stimulate beta 2 receptors for maintenance treatment, not for rescue.

Anticholinergics

Medications that block acetylcholine receptors to relax bronchi, used for maintenance.

Inhaled Corticosteroids

Drugs that decrease inflammatory response and mucus production in the airways.

Xanthine Derivatives

Drugs that stimulate the CNS and respiration while relaxing smooth muscle.

Leukotriene Modifiers

Medications that antagonize leukotriene receptors to prevent inflammation in the airways.

Antitubercular Drugs

Medications used for the treatment of tuberculosis, with various specific drugs in the category.

Anticoagulants

Drugs that prevent clot formation in the bloodstream, including heparin and warfarin.

Thrombolytics

Drugs that dissolve blood clots by converting plasminogen to plasmin.

Antiseizure Drugs

Medications aimed at preventing seizures through various mechanisms, including stabilizing nerve cell membranes.

Dopaminergics

Medications that increase dopamine levels in the brain, used for treating conditions like Parkinson's.

AChE Inhibitors

Drugs that inhibit the enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine, used in Alzheimer's disease treatment.

IgG1 monoclonal antibodies

Biological drugs that decrease plaque formation in Alzheimer's disease.