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What is the primary mechanism of action of adrenergic drugs?
What is the primary mechanism of action of adrenergic drugs?
Which type of adrenergic drug stimulates α-receptors, causing vasoconstriction and increased blood pressure?
Which type of adrenergic drug stimulates α-receptors, causing vasoconstriction and increased blood pressure?
What is a therapeutic use of adrenergic drugs in ophthalmic treatment?
What is a therapeutic use of adrenergic drugs in ophthalmic treatment?
Which of the following is a cardiovascular adverse effect of adrenergic drugs?
Which of the following is a cardiovascular adverse effect of adrenergic drugs?
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What is a contraindication for the use of adrenergic drugs?
What is a contraindication for the use of adrenergic drugs?
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Which of the following adrenergic drugs stimulates both α- and β-receptors?
Which of the following adrenergic drugs stimulates both α- and β-receptors?
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What is a therapeutic use of adrenergic drugs in cardiovascular treatment?
What is a therapeutic use of adrenergic drugs in cardiovascular treatment?
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Which of the following is a gastrointestinal adverse effect of adrenergic drugs?
Which of the following is a gastrointestinal adverse effect of adrenergic drugs?
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What is the sympathetic nervous system responsible for preparing the body to respond to?
What is the sympathetic nervous system responsible for preparing the body to respond to?
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Which of the following is a central nervous system adverse effect of adrenergic drugs?
Which of the following is a central nervous system adverse effect of adrenergic drugs?
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Study Notes
Adrenergic Drugs
Adrenergic drugs are a class of medications that stimulate the body's "fight or flight" response by activating the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for preparing the body to respond to stress or danger.
Mechanism of Action
- Adrenergic drugs work by binding to adrenergic receptors, which are found on the surface of cells
- There are two main types of adrenergic receptors: alpha (α) and beta (β)
- Activation of these receptors triggers a response that mimics the body's natural response to stress, increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and energy levels
Types of Adrenergic Drugs
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Alpha-Adrenergic Agonists: stimulate α-receptors, causing vasoconstriction (narrowing of blood vessels) and increased blood pressure
- Examples: phenylephrine, midodrine
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Beta-Adrenergic Agonists: stimulate β-receptors, causing increased heart rate, cardiac output, and bronchodilation (relaxation of airway muscles)
- Examples: albuterol, salmeterol
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Mixed Adrenergic Agonists: stimulate both α- and β-receptors
- Examples: epinephrine, norepinephrine
Therapeutic Uses
- Cardiovascular: treatment of hypotension (low blood pressure), cardiac arrest, and heart failure
- Respiratory: treatment of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and bronchitis
- Anaphylaxis: treatment of severe allergic reactions
- Ophthalmic: treatment of glaucoma
Adverse Effects
- Cardiovascular: increased heart rate, blood pressure, and cardiac arrhythmias
- Central Nervous System: anxiety, tremors, and insomnia
- Gastrointestinal: nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
- Other: increased glucose levels, decreased potassium levels, and sweating
Contraindications
- Hypertension: adrenergic drugs can worsen high blood pressure
- Cardiac arrhythmias: adrenergic drugs can exacerbate abnormal heart rhythms
- Pregnancy: adrenergic drugs can stimulate uterine contractions and increase blood pressure
- Thyroid disorders: adrenergic drugs can worsen thyroid conditions
Adrenergic Drugs
- Stimulate the body's "fight or flight" response by activating the sympathetic nervous system
- Prepare the body to respond to stress or danger
Mechanism of Action
- Bind to adrenergic receptors on the surface of cells
- Two main types of adrenergic receptors: alpha (α) and beta (β)
- Activation of receptors triggers a response that mimics the body's natural response to stress
Types of Adrenergic Drugs
-
Alpha-Adrenergic Agonists: stimulate α-receptors, causing vasoconstriction and increased blood pressure
- Examples: phenylephrine, midodrine
-
Beta-Adrenergic Agonists: stimulate β-receptors, causing increased heart rate, cardiac output, and bronchodilation
- Examples: albuterol, salmeterol
-
Mixed Adrenergic Agonists: stimulate both α- and β-receptors
- Examples: epinephrine, norepinephrine
Therapeutic Uses
- Cardiovascular: treat hypotension, cardiac arrest, and heart failure
- Respiratory: treat asthma, COPD, and bronchitis
- Anaphylaxis: treat severe allergic reactions
- Ophthalmic: treat glaucoma
Adverse Effects
- Cardiovascular: increased heart rate, blood pressure, and cardiac arrhythmias
- Central Nervous System: anxiety, tremors, and insomnia
- Gastrointestinal: nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
- Other: increased glucose levels, decreased potassium levels, and sweating
Contraindications
- Hypertension: can worsen high blood pressure
- Cardiac arrhythmias: can exacerbate abnormal heart rhythms
- Pregnancy: can stimulate uterine contractions and increase blood pressure
- Thyroid disorders: can worsen thyroid conditions
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Understand the mechanism of action of adrenergic drugs, which stimulate the body's 'fight or flight' response, and learn about their role in the sympathetic nervous system.
