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What is the purpose of an antihistamine?
What is the purpose of an antihistamine?
- To reduce allergic reactions (correct)
- To relieve pain
- To reduce fever
- To treat bacterial infections
What is the main effect of histamine in the body?
What is the main effect of histamine in the body?
- Lowering blood pressure
- Stimulating hair growth
- Promoting inflammation (correct)
- Enhancing memory
Which of the following conditions is most likely to be treated with antihistamines?
Which of the following conditions is most likely to be treated with antihistamines?
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypothyroidism
- Osteoarthritis
- Asthma (correct)
What is the mechanism of action of antihistamines?
What is the mechanism of action of antihistamines?
Which class of medications is often combined with antihistamines to provide relief for allergies?
Which class of medications is often combined with antihistamines to provide relief for allergies?
What is a potential side effect of first-generation antihistamines that is less likely to occur with second-generation antihistamines?
What is a potential side effect of first-generation antihistamines that is less likely to occur with second-generation antihistamines?
What is the primary difference between first-generation and second-generation antihistamines?
What is the primary difference between first-generation and second-generation antihistamines?
Which of the following best describes the action of antihistamines in the body?
Which of the following best describes the action of antihistamines in the body?
In what situation would a healthcare provider be more likely to recommend a second-generation antihistamine over a first-generation antihistamine?
In what situation would a healthcare provider be more likely to recommend a second-generation antihistamine over a first-generation antihistamine?
