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Which of the following is NOT considered an autacoids?

  • Serotonin
  • Cholesterol (correct)
  • Histamine
  • Prostaglandins

    • Histamine is primarily synthesized from which amino acid?

  • Tyrosine
  • Tryptophan
  • Histidine (correct)
  • Arginine

    • Which statement regarding histamine is accurate?

  • Non-mast cell histamine is only found in blood.
  • It is primarily synthesized in the brain.
  • It can be synthesized into clinically useful drugs.
  • It is released as a side effect from certain drugs. (correct)

    • Which of the following is classified as a vasoactive peptide?

    <p>Endothelins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of histamine in the human body?

    <p>Mast cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mechanism leads to the release of histamine through mast cell activation?

    <p>Ca$^{2+}$ dependent mechanism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following drugs is known to induce a Ca$^{2+}$ dependent mechanism of histamine release?

    <p>Penicillin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does histamine exert on the central nervous system through H1 receptors?

    <p>Functions related to appetite and satiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which receptor type mediates increased cardiac contractility and heart rate upon activation by histamine?

    <p>H2 receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main pharmacological effect of histamine on gastric parietal cells?

    <p>Increased HCl secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process is involved in the Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism of histamine release?

    <p>Displacement of histamine by certain drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of histamine on blood vessels as mediated by H1 receptors?

    <p>Vasodilation and increased capillary permeability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the negative feedback effect of histamine on mast cells through H2 receptors?

    <p>Inhibition of further histamine release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the action of H1-blockers in bronchial asthma?

    <p>H1-blockers are generally ineffective in bronchial asthma.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of blocking peripheral muscarinic receptors with first-generation H1-blockers?

    <p>Urine retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cyproheptadine is particularly useful in treating which condition due to its action on serotonin receptors?

    <p>Carcinoid syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which side effect may occur with first-generation H1-blockers, especially at high doses?

    <p>Sedation or excitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do first-generation H1-blockers help in preventing motion sickness?

    <p>By blocking H1 and muscarinic receptors in the vestibulocerebellar pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a notable action of first-generation H1-blockers concerning α-receptors?

    <p>Cause orthostatic hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What therapeutic use is NOT effectively addressed by H1-blockers?

    <p>Bronchial asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which condition is scopolamine considered the most effective treatment method?

    <p>Motion sickness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action for histamine antagonists?

    <p>Blocking histamine receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements regarding first-generation H1 blockers is incorrect?

    <p>They are less lipophilic than second-generation blockers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does adrenaline have in relation to histamine?

    <p>It reverses the effects of histamine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a physiological antagonist to histamine?

    <p>Adrenaline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following H1 blockers is classified as a second-generation agent?

    <p>Fexofenadine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do mast cell stabilizers, such as ketotifen, play in relation to histamine?

    <p>They inhibit the release of histamine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In desensitization therapy for allergic reactions, what is the primary goal of injecting small doses of allergens?

    <p>To gradually produce protective antibodies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the action of H2-receptor antagonists?

    <p>They block histamine's effects on gastric acid secretion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine is synthesized from the amino acid arginine by the action of histidine decarboxylase.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Autacoids include substances like prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    No drugs can cause the release of histamine from mast cells as a side effect.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine is primarily stored in endothelial cells throughout the body.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cytokines such as interleukins and tumor necrosis factor are considered part of the autacoids family.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine has multiple clinical applications in medicine.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    First-generation H1 blockers are known to be less lipophilic compared to second-generation H1 blockers.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Desensitization therapy involves injecting increasing doses of the allergen to form protective antibodies.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    H2-blockers are currently available for clinical use.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cromoglycate is a mast cell stabilizer that enhances Ca$^{2+}$ influx into mast cells.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Adrenaline can reverse the effects of histamine through similar receptor interactions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Second-generation H1 blockers tend to have more potent effects compared to first-generation H1 blockers.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ketotifen is categorized solely as a mast cell stabilizer with no antihistamine properties.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism of histamine release is primarily caused by the mechanical trauma to mast cells.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    H1 receptors increase heart rate and cardiac contractility through an increase in cAMP.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine acts on at least four types of receptors, including H1 and H3 receptors.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The release of nitric oxide (NO) from vascular endothelium is a result of histamine's effect on blood vessels mediated by H2 receptors.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine can cause bronchoconstriction due to its interaction with the Gq protein in H1 receptors.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Drugs such as penicillin are known to induce Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanisms of histamine release.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pain and itching sensations are mediated by H1 receptor activation.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine decreases gastric HCl secretion when interacting with H2 receptors.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Blocking H1 receptors can lead to urine retention and blurred vision due to atropine-like actions.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Carcinoid syndrome is effectively treated with H1-blockers because histamine is the main mediator in this condition.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    H1-blockers are effective in treating bronchial asthma as they primarily target histamine.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The duration of action for first-generation H1-blockers typically ranges from 3-24 hours.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Diphenhydramine is considered an effective treatment for Ménières's disease.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    First-generation H1-blockers may cause excitation or convulsions especially in adults.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    5-HT receptor blocking action is particularly effective in addressing allergic rhinitis.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Scopolamine is the most effective drug for preventing motion sickness compared to some H1-blockers.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify two specific classes of autacoids and provide an example of each.

    <p>Vasoactive peptides such as angiotensin and cytokines like interleukins are two classes of autacoids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the significance of mast cells in the context of histamine release.

    <p>Mast cells are significant because they store histamine and release it in response to injury or allergens, initiating inflammatory processes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do amino acid derivatives play among autacoids, and name one such derivative apart from histamine.

    <p>Amino acid derivatives act as signaling molecules in the inflammatory response, with serotonin (5-HT) being another example.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the relationship between histamine and its effect on vascular tissues in terms of inflammation.

    <p>Histamine acts on vascular tissues to increase permeability and vasodilation, facilitating the inflammatory response to harmful stimuli.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main pathway of histamine synthesis, and what enzyme is responsible for this process?

    <p>Histamine is synthesized from the amino acid histidine through the action of the enzyme histidine decarboxylase.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of calcium ions (Ca$^{2+}$) in the mechanism of histamine release from mast cells?

    <p>Calcium ions (Ca$^{2+}$) facilitate the activation of mast cells through IgE fixation, leading to their degranulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do drugs like morphine affect histamine release from mast cells?

    <p>Morphine induces histamine release by displacing it from storage granules, activating a Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mediates the vasodilatory effects of histamine on blood vessels?

    <p>The vasodilatory effects of histamine on blood vessels are mediated by the release of nitric oxide (NO) from the vascular endothelium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the primary effects of histamine on the central nervous system through H1 receptors?

    <p>Histamine affects the central nervous system by regulating functions related to appetite and satiety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the negative feedback mechanism of histamine in relation to mast cells via H2 receptors.

    <p>Activation of H2 receptors in mast cells decreases histamine release, providing a negative feedback mechanism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the pharmacological effects of H2 receptor activation on gastric parietal cells?

    <p>H2 receptor activation on gastric parietal cells increases the secretion of hydrochloric acid (HCl).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological changes result from H1 receptor activation on sensory nerves?

    <p>H1 receptor activation on sensory nerves leads to the sensations of pain and itching.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the increase in cAMP significant for cardiac tissue in response to histamine?

    <p>In cardiac tissue, an increase in cAMP due to H2 receptor activation enhances cardiac contractility and heart rate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the role of histamine receptor antagonists in managing allergic responses.

    <p>Histamine receptor antagonists, particularly H1 blockers, relieve symptoms of allergic responses by preventing histamine from binding to H1 receptors, thereby reducing itching, pain, and inflammation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action for H3 receptor antagonists, and why are they not currently used clinically?

    <p>H3 receptor antagonists act by blocking the inhibitory effects of histamine on neurotransmitter release, but they are not clinically available due to ongoing research and lack of proven efficacy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss how immunotherapy contributes to desensitization in allergic patients.

    <p>Immunotherapy involves gradually increasing doses of an allergen to stimulate the immune system, leading to the production of IgG antibodies that block allergic reactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates first-generation H1 blockers from second-generation H1 blockers regarding their effects on the CNS?

    <p>First-generation H1 blockers are more lipophilic, allowing them to cross the blood-brain barrier and cause sedation, whereas second-generation H1 blockers are less lipophilic and generally do not produce CNS effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do mast cell stabilizers like ketotifen function in relation to histamine release?

    <p>Mast cell stabilizers inhibit calcium influx into mast cells, preventing degranulation and subsequent histamine release, thus reducing allergic symptoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the differences in potency and clinical application between H1 and H2 receptor antagonists.

    <p>H1 receptor antagonists primarily relieve allergic symptoms, whereas H2 receptor antagonists are used to reduce gastric acid secretion; H1 blockers are generally considered less potent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of adrenaline as a physiological antagonist to histamine?

    <p>Adrenaline reverses the effects of histamine by binding to different adrenergic receptors, counteracting bronchoconstriction and vasodilation caused by histamine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Analyze the clinical implications of using H2 receptor antagonists currently available for therapeutic use.

    <p>H2 receptor antagonists are important for treating conditions like peptic ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease by inhibiting gastric acid secretion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary therapeutic use of H1-blockers in allergic conditions?

    <p>H1-blockers are effective in treating allergic rhinitis and urticaria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain how first-generation H1-blockers contribute to the management of motion sickness.

    <p>They block H1 and muscarinic receptors in the vestibulocerebellar pathway.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the role of cyproheptadine in carcinoid syndrome treatment.

    <p>Cyproheptadine blocks 5-HT receptors, helping to alleviate symptoms of carcinoid syndrome.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sedative effect may occur with the use of first-generation H1-blockers?

    <p>They may cause sedation or, in some cases, excitation and convulsions, especially in children.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the potential atropine-like actions of first-generation H1-blockers?

    <p>They can lead to urine retention and blurred vision by blocking peripheral muscarinic receptors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do first-generation H1-blockers affect α-receptors?

    <p>They can cause orthostatic hypotension in susceptible individuals through α-receptor blocking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the duration of action for H1-blockers.

    <p>H1-blockers have a duration of action ranging from 3 to 24 hours, depending on the specific drug.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a notable limitation of H1-blockers in treating bronchial asthma?

    <p>H1-blockers are generally ineffective in bronchial asthma due to the involvement of multiple mediators.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ dependent mechanism of histamine release is triggered by the fixation of IgE to mast cells.

    <p>Ca2+</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine acts on at least ______ types of receptors.

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pain and itching are sensations mediated by the activation of ______ receptors.

    <p>H1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The release of nitric oxide (NO) from vascular endothelium is a result of histamine's effect on ______.

    <p>blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine increases ______ secretion from gastric parietal cells when activating H2 receptors.

    <p>HCl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Morphine induces histamine release through a ______ independent mechanism.

    <p>Ca2+</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine functions related to appetite and satiety are associated with its action in the ______.

    <p>CNS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine's effect on cardiac contractility and heart rate is mediated through ______ receptors.

    <p>H2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    H1 blockers are effective in allergic conditions where ______ is the primary mediator.

    <p>histamine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    First-generation H1-blockers, such as diphenhydramine, are effective in preventing ______ sickness.

    <p>motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cyproheptadine can block ______ receptors, which is useful in treating carcinoid syndrome.

    <p>5-HT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Atropine-like actions of first-generation H1-blockers can lead to urine ______ and blurred vision.

    <p>retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Patients with orthostatic ______ may experience symptoms when taking alpha-receptor blocking medications.

    <p>hypotension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The duration of action for first-generation H1-blockers can range from ______ hours.

    <p>3-24</p> Signup and view all the answers

    First-generation H1-blockers may cause sedation, but in some cases may lead to excitation or even ______ in children.

    <p>convulsions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Scopolamine is known as the most effective treatment for ______ sickness.

    <p>motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Inflammation is the complex biological response of vascular tissues to harmful ______.

    <p>stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine is formed from the amino acid ______ by the action of histidine decarboxylase.

    <p>histidine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Examples of autacoids include amino acid derivatives, vasoactive peptides, and ______.

    <p>fatty acid derivatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine is primarily stored in ______ cells within the body.

    <p>mast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Certain drugs can cause the release of histamine from ______ cells as a side effect.

    <p>mast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine itself has no clinical applications, but some selective agonists are used for ______ purposes only.

    <p>diagnostic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Adrenaline reverses all the effects of histamine by action on different ______.

    <p>receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Small doses of the allergic substance are injected weekly in a process known as ______.

    <p>immunotherapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    1st generation H1 blockers can cross the ______ and exert significant CNS actions.

    <p>BBB</p> Signup and view all the answers

    2nd generation H1 blockers are more potent and ______ lipophilic compared to 1st generation H1 blockers.

    <p>less</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Histamine receptor antagonists include H1-blockers like diphenhydramine and ______.

    <p>loratidine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    H2-blockers like cimetidine and ______ are used to reduce gastric acid secretion.

    <p>ranitidine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mast cell stabilizers like ketotifen inhibit ______ influx into mast cells.

    <p>Ca2+</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following histamine release mechanisms with their respective descriptions:

    <p>Ca$^{2+}$ dependent mechanism = Involves IgE fixation to mast cells leading to granulation Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism = Displacement of histamine from storage by drugs Mast cell damage mechanism = Release of histamine due to venom or trauma Drug-induced mechanism = Histamine release triggered by certain drugs like penicillin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following histamine receptors with their primary effects:

    <p>H1 receptor = Bronchoconstriction and pain sensation H2 receptor = Increased gastric acid secretion H3 receptor = Modulation of neurotransmitter release in the CNS H4 receptor = Regulation of immune cell migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following pharmacological effects of histamine with their associated mechanisms:

    <p>Vasodilation of blood vessels = Caused by NO release from endothelial cells Increased capillary permeability = Resulting in edema during allergic responses Gastrointestinal spasm = Triggered by H1 receptor activation Increased heart rate = Mediated through H2 receptor stimulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the autacoids with their respective examples:

    <p>Amino acid derivatives = Histamine Vasoactive peptides = Angiotensin Fatty acid derivatives = Prostaglandins Cytokines = Interleukins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following drugs with the type of histamine release they induce:

    <p>Penicillin = Ca$^{2+}$ dependent release of histamine Morphine = Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism via histamine displacement Tubocurarine = Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism affecting mast cells Vancomycin = Displacement from storage granules leading to histamine release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the substance with its primary function:

    <p>Histamine = Mast cell mediator Prostaglandins = Inflammatory response Leukotrienes = Bronchoconstriction Cytokines = Immune response modulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following effects of H1 receptors with their specific responses:

    <p>Pain and itching = Sensory nerve activation GIT spasm = Smooth muscle contraction Increased exocrine secretion = Activation of exocrine glands Vasodilation in microcirculation = Enhanced blood flow and decreased BP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the primary storage location of histamine:

    <p>Mast cells = Major storage site Brain = Non-mast cell histamine Epithelial cells = Local release Liver = Minor storage site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each histamine receptor type with its signaling mechanism:

    <p>H1 receptor = Gq and increased IP3 and DAG H2 receptor = Gs and increased cAMP H3 receptor = Gi with inhibitory effects H4 receptor = G protein-coupling influencing immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following consequences of histamine interaction with their respective cells:

    <p>Gastric parietal cells = Increased HCl secretion via H2 receptors Mast cells = Negative feedback and decreased histamine release via H2 CNS neurons = Altered appetite and satiety through H1 receptors Smooth muscle cells = Bronchoconstriction due to H1 activation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the autacoid family with their characteristic types:

    <p>Amino acid derivatives = Histamine and 5-HT Vasoactive peptides = Kinin and endothelins Fatty acid derivatives = Thromboxanes and leukotrienes Cytokines = TNF and interferons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the drugs with their mechanism of histamine release:

    <p>Adrenaline = Physiological antagonist to histamine Ketotifen = Mast cell stabilizer Cromoglycate = Enhances Ca$^{2+}$ stabilization in mast cells First-generation H1-blockers = Crosses blood-brain barrier causing sedation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the phrase with the correct description of histamine's action:

    <p>H1 receptor activation = Causes bronchoconstriction H2 receptor activation = Stimulates gastric acid secretion Mast cell degranulation = Releases histamine Histamine synthesis = Occurs from histidine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following clinical uses of histamine with their descriptions:

    <p>Histamine itself = No clinical applications Selective agonists = Available for diagnostic purposes Histamine antagonists = Include H1 and H2 receptor blockers Physiological antagonists = Reverse effects of histamine via different receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of H1-receptor antagonists with their generations:

    <p>Diphenhydramine = 1st generation Loratidine = 2nd generation Clemastine = 1st generation Cetirizine = 2nd generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following mast cell stabilizers with their mechanisms:

    <p>Ketotifen = 2nd generation H1 blocker and mast cell stabilizer Cromoglycate = Prevents mast cell degranulation Adrenaline = Physiological antagonist of histamine H1-blockers = Relief from itching and allergic responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following statements about 1st generation H1 blockers with their effects:

    <p>Less potent H1 blockers = More lipophilic and CNS effects More potent H1 blockers = Less lipophilic and minimal CNS actions CNS actions = Significant sedation effect Relief of allergic responses = Used for acute allergic reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following histamine receptors with their physiological roles:

    <p>H1 receptors = Increase wakefulness and modulation of neurotransmitter release H2 receptors = Stimulate gastric acid secretion H3 receptors = Regulate neurotransmitter release in the CNS H4 receptors = Regulate the inflammatory response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms related to desensitization therapy with their definitions:

    <p>Small doses of allergens = Injected weekly to build tolerance IgG formation = Blocks allergic reactions 6 months = Expected time frame for noticeable improvement Protective antibody = Aims to mitigate allergic responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following H2 blockers with their common examples:

    <p>Cimetidine = 1st generation H2 blocker Ranitidine = Commonly used H2 blocker Famotidine = Highly potent H2 blocker Loratidine = Not an H2 blocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following descriptions of receptor actions with their corresponding actions:

    <p>H1 receptor activation = Causes bronchoconstriction Adrenaline action = Reverses effects of histamine Mast cell degranulation prevention = Stabilizes mast cells Histamine antagonism = Blocks H1 receptor effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following actions of H1-blockers with their effects:

    <p>Bronchoconstriction blocking = Reduces airway narrowing Sedation = May cause excitation or convulsions in children Peripheral muscarinic blockade = Can lead to urine retention Antiemetic action = Prevents motion sickness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the therapeutic uses of H1-blockers with their respective conditions:

    <p>Allergic rhinitis = Histamine as the primary mediator Urticaria = Effective for allergic skin reactions Carcinoid syndrome = Caused by serotonin-secreting neoplasm Motion sickness = Blocked by vestibulocerebellar pathway action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of receptor action with its corresponding effect:

    <p>α-receptor blocking action = Can cause orthostatic hypotension 5-HT receptor blocking = Useful in carcinoid syndrome treatment Muscarinic receptor blockage = May lead to blurred vision H1 receptor action = Involves central nervous system effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the duration of action of H1-blockers with the corresponding time frame:

    <p>3-8 hours = Short duration of action 3-24 hours = Variable duration of therapy Immediate effect = Occurs at onset of administration Long-lasting = Not typically associated with H1-blockers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the condition with the appropriate H1-blocker action:

    <p>Allergic conditions = Effective in preventing allergic symptoms Bronchial asthma = Generally ineffective due to multiple mediators Motion sickness = First-generation drugs are effective Ménière's disease = Efficacy not established for H1-blockers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the side effects of first-generation H1-blockers with their descriptions:

    <p>Sedation = Commonly reported side effect Convulsions = Can occur especially in high doses or children Urinary retention = Due to muscarinic receptor blockade Blurred vision = Associated with atropine-like effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the histamine-related mechanism with its effect:

    <p>Ca$^{2+}$ dependent mechanism = Histamine release from mast cells Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism = Caused by mechanical trauma Histamine receptor activation = Increases cardiac contractility Histamine in vasodilation = Mediated through neural pathways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of drug effect with its mechanism:

    <p>Bronchodilation = Due to H1 receptor antagonism Reduce lacrimation = Effects driven by H2 receptor action Orthostatic hypotension = Caused by α-receptor antagonism Motion sickness prevention = Achieved by blocking vestibular receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Histamine Release Mechanisms

    • Histamine release occurs through two mechanisms: Ca²⁺ dependent and Ca²⁺ independent.
    • Ca²⁺ Dependent Mechanism: Involves IgE fixation to mast cell surfaces, activating the complement system, causing Ca²⁺ influx, and mast cell degranulation.
      • Drugs like penicillin can induce this response.
    • Ca²⁺ Independent Mechanism:
      • Histamine is displaced from storage granules by drugs like morphine, tubocurarine, vancomycin, and amine antibiotics.
      • Mast cell damage can occur from venoms or mechanical trauma.

    Pharmacological Effects of Histamine

    • Histamine acts on four receptor types with distinct effects.
    • H1 Receptors (Gq):
      • Functions in appetite/satiety regulation, CNS.
      • Induces bronchoconstriction, gastrointestinal spasms, and increased vascular permeability.
      • Elevated exocrine secretions and pain/itch sensations.
    • H2 Receptors (Gs):
      • Stimulates HCl secretion in gastric parietal cells and increases cardiac contractility and heart rate.
      • Exhibits a negative feedback effect by reducing histamine release from mast cells.
    • H3 Receptors (Gi):
      • Modulates wakefulness and neurotransmitter release in the CNS.
    • H4 Receptors (Gi):
      • Regulates inflammatory responses.

    Characteristics of Autacoids

    • Autacoids are locally acting substances produced in response to injury, initiating inflammation and repair.
    • Examples include:
      • Amino-acid derivatives such as histamine and serotonin (5-HT).
      • Vasactive peptides like angiotensin, kinins, and endothelins.
      • Fatty acid derivatives including prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
      • Cytokines such as interleukins and tumor necrosis factor (TNF).

    Clinical Uses and Histamine Antagonists

    • Histamine has no direct clinical application but selective agonists can be used for diagnostics (like testing gastric secretion).
    • H1-antagonists:
      • 1st generation: Diphenhydramine, Dimenhydrinate, Clemastine.
      • 2nd generation: Loratadine, Cetirizine, Fexofenadine.
    • H2-receptor antagonists: Cimetidine, ranitidine, famotidine.
    • Mast cell stabilizers: Ketotifen and cromoglycate inhibit Ca²⁺ influx to prevent degranulation.
    • Physiological antagonists such as adrenaline reverse histamine effects through different receptors.

    Desensitization Therapy (Immunotherapy)

    • Involves weekly injections of allergens in increasing doses to desensitize patients.
    • A protective antibody (IgG) is developed to block allergic reactions, with improvements typically noticed within six months.

    H1-Receptor Antagonists: Comparison

    • 1st Generation:
      • Examples: Diphenhydramine, Clemastine.
      • Can cross the blood-brain barrier, causing sedation and CNS effects.
    • 2nd Generation:
      • Examples: Loratadine, Cetirizine.
      • Less lipophilic, do not cross the blood-brain barrier, leading to minimal CNS effects.
    • Therapeutic uses include managing allergic conditions, motion sickness, and carcinoid syndrome influenced by serotonin secretion.

    Histamine Release Mechanisms

    • Histamine release occurs through two mechanisms: Ca²⁺ dependent and Ca²⁺ independent.
    • Ca²⁺ Dependent Mechanism: Involves IgE fixation to mast cell surfaces, activating the complement system, causing Ca²⁺ influx, and mast cell degranulation.
      • Drugs like penicillin can induce this response.
    • Ca²⁺ Independent Mechanism:
      • Histamine is displaced from storage granules by drugs like morphine, tubocurarine, vancomycin, and amine antibiotics.
      • Mast cell damage can occur from venoms or mechanical trauma.

    Pharmacological Effects of Histamine

    • Histamine acts on four receptor types with distinct effects.
    • H1 Receptors (Gq):
      • Functions in appetite/satiety regulation, CNS.
      • Induces bronchoconstriction, gastrointestinal spasms, and increased vascular permeability.
      • Elevated exocrine secretions and pain/itch sensations.
    • H2 Receptors (Gs):
      • Stimulates HCl secretion in gastric parietal cells and increases cardiac contractility and heart rate.
      • Exhibits a negative feedback effect by reducing histamine release from mast cells.
    • H3 Receptors (Gi):
      • Modulates wakefulness and neurotransmitter release in the CNS.
    • H4 Receptors (Gi):
      • Regulates inflammatory responses.

    Characteristics of Autacoids

    • Autacoids are locally acting substances produced in response to injury, initiating inflammation and repair.
    • Examples include:
      • Amino-acid derivatives such as histamine and serotonin (5-HT).
      • Vasactive peptides like angiotensin, kinins, and endothelins.
      • Fatty acid derivatives including prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
      • Cytokines such as interleukins and tumor necrosis factor (TNF).

    Clinical Uses and Histamine Antagonists

    • Histamine has no direct clinical application but selective agonists can be used for diagnostics (like testing gastric secretion).
    • H1-antagonists:
      • 1st generation: Diphenhydramine, Dimenhydrinate, Clemastine.
      • 2nd generation: Loratadine, Cetirizine, Fexofenadine.
    • H2-receptor antagonists: Cimetidine, ranitidine, famotidine.
    • Mast cell stabilizers: Ketotifen and cromoglycate inhibit Ca²⁺ influx to prevent degranulation.
    • Physiological antagonists such as adrenaline reverse histamine effects through different receptors.

    Desensitization Therapy (Immunotherapy)

    • Involves weekly injections of allergens in increasing doses to desensitize patients.
    • A protective antibody (IgG) is developed to block allergic reactions, with improvements typically noticed within six months.

    H1-Receptor Antagonists: Comparison

    • 1st Generation:
      • Examples: Diphenhydramine, Clemastine.
      • Can cross the blood-brain barrier, causing sedation and CNS effects.
    • 2nd Generation:
      • Examples: Loratadine, Cetirizine.
      • Less lipophilic, do not cross the blood-brain barrier, leading to minimal CNS effects.
    • Therapeutic uses include managing allergic conditions, motion sickness, and carcinoid syndrome influenced by serotonin secretion.

    Histamine Release Mechanisms

    • Histamine release occurs through two mechanisms: Ca²⁺ dependent and Ca²⁺ independent.
    • Ca²⁺ Dependent Mechanism: Involves IgE fixation to mast cell surfaces, activating the complement system, causing Ca²⁺ influx, and mast cell degranulation.
      • Drugs like penicillin can induce this response.
    • Ca²⁺ Independent Mechanism:
      • Histamine is displaced from storage granules by drugs like morphine, tubocurarine, vancomycin, and amine antibiotics.
      • Mast cell damage can occur from venoms or mechanical trauma.

    Pharmacological Effects of Histamine

    • Histamine acts on four receptor types with distinct effects.
    • H1 Receptors (Gq):
      • Functions in appetite/satiety regulation, CNS.
      • Induces bronchoconstriction, gastrointestinal spasms, and increased vascular permeability.
      • Elevated exocrine secretions and pain/itch sensations.
    • H2 Receptors (Gs):
      • Stimulates HCl secretion in gastric parietal cells and increases cardiac contractility and heart rate.
      • Exhibits a negative feedback effect by reducing histamine release from mast cells.
    • H3 Receptors (Gi):
      • Modulates wakefulness and neurotransmitter release in the CNS.
    • H4 Receptors (Gi):
      • Regulates inflammatory responses.

    Characteristics of Autacoids

    • Autacoids are locally acting substances produced in response to injury, initiating inflammation and repair.
    • Examples include:
      • Amino-acid derivatives such as histamine and serotonin (5-HT).
      • Vasactive peptides like angiotensin, kinins, and endothelins.
      • Fatty acid derivatives including prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
      • Cytokines such as interleukins and tumor necrosis factor (TNF).

    Clinical Uses and Histamine Antagonists

    • Histamine has no direct clinical application but selective agonists can be used for diagnostics (like testing gastric secretion).
    • H1-antagonists:
      • 1st generation: Diphenhydramine, Dimenhydrinate, Clemastine.
      • 2nd generation: Loratadine, Cetirizine, Fexofenadine.
    • H2-receptor antagonists: Cimetidine, ranitidine, famotidine.
    • Mast cell stabilizers: Ketotifen and cromoglycate inhibit Ca²⁺ influx to prevent degranulation.
    • Physiological antagonists such as adrenaline reverse histamine effects through different receptors.

    Desensitization Therapy (Immunotherapy)

    • Involves weekly injections of allergens in increasing doses to desensitize patients.
    • A protective antibody (IgG) is developed to block allergic reactions, with improvements typically noticed within six months.

    H1-Receptor Antagonists: Comparison

    • 1st Generation:
      • Examples: Diphenhydramine, Clemastine.
      • Can cross the blood-brain barrier, causing sedation and CNS effects.
    • 2nd Generation:
      • Examples: Loratadine, Cetirizine.
      • Less lipophilic, do not cross the blood-brain barrier, leading to minimal CNS effects.
    • Therapeutic uses include managing allergic conditions, motion sickness, and carcinoid syndrome influenced by serotonin secretion.

    Histamine Release Mechanisms

    • Histamine release occurs through two mechanisms: Ca²⁺ dependent and Ca²⁺ independent.
    • Ca²⁺ Dependent Mechanism: Involves IgE fixation to mast cell surfaces, activating the complement system, causing Ca²⁺ influx, and mast cell degranulation.
      • Drugs like penicillin can induce this response.
    • Ca²⁺ Independent Mechanism:
      • Histamine is displaced from storage granules by drugs like morphine, tubocurarine, vancomycin, and amine antibiotics.
      • Mast cell damage can occur from venoms or mechanical trauma.

    Pharmacological Effects of Histamine

    • Histamine acts on four receptor types with distinct effects.
    • H1 Receptors (Gq):
      • Functions in appetite/satiety regulation, CNS.
      • Induces bronchoconstriction, gastrointestinal spasms, and increased vascular permeability.
      • Elevated exocrine secretions and pain/itch sensations.
    • H2 Receptors (Gs):
      • Stimulates HCl secretion in gastric parietal cells and increases cardiac contractility and heart rate.
      • Exhibits a negative feedback effect by reducing histamine release from mast cells.
    • H3 Receptors (Gi):
      • Modulates wakefulness and neurotransmitter release in the CNS.
    • H4 Receptors (Gi):
      • Regulates inflammatory responses.

    Characteristics of Autacoids

    • Autacoids are locally acting substances produced in response to injury, initiating inflammation and repair.
    • Examples include:
      • Amino-acid derivatives such as histamine and serotonin (5-HT).
      • Vasactive peptides like angiotensin, kinins, and endothelins.
      • Fatty acid derivatives including prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
      • Cytokines such as interleukins and tumor necrosis factor (TNF).

    Clinical Uses and Histamine Antagonists

    • Histamine has no direct clinical application but selective agonists can be used for diagnostics (like testing gastric secretion).
    • H1-antagonists:
      • 1st generation: Diphenhydramine, Dimenhydrinate, Clemastine.
      • 2nd generation: Loratadine, Cetirizine, Fexofenadine.
    • H2-receptor antagonists: Cimetidine, ranitidine, famotidine.
    • Mast cell stabilizers: Ketotifen and cromoglycate inhibit Ca²⁺ influx to prevent degranulation.
    • Physiological antagonists such as adrenaline reverse histamine effects through different receptors.

    Desensitization Therapy (Immunotherapy)

    • Involves weekly injections of allergens in increasing doses to desensitize patients.
    • A protective antibody (IgG) is developed to block allergic reactions, with improvements typically noticed within six months.

    H1-Receptor Antagonists: Comparison

    • 1st Generation:
      • Examples: Diphenhydramine, Clemastine.
      • Can cross the blood-brain barrier, causing sedation and CNS effects.
    • 2nd Generation:
      • Examples: Loratadine, Cetirizine.
      • Less lipophilic, do not cross the blood-brain barrier, leading to minimal CNS effects.
    • Therapeutic uses include managing allergic conditions, motion sickness, and carcinoid syndrome influenced by serotonin secretion.

    Histamine Release Mechanisms

    • Histamine release occurs through two mechanisms: Ca²⁺ dependent and Ca²⁺ independent.
    • Ca²⁺ Dependent Mechanism: Involves IgE fixation to mast cell surfaces, activating the complement system, causing Ca²⁺ influx, and mast cell degranulation.
      • Drugs like penicillin can induce this response.
    • Ca²⁺ Independent Mechanism:
      • Histamine is displaced from storage granules by drugs like morphine, tubocurarine, vancomycin, and amine antibiotics.
      • Mast cell damage can occur from venoms or mechanical trauma.

    Pharmacological Effects of Histamine

    • Histamine acts on four receptor types with distinct effects.
    • H1 Receptors (Gq):
      • Functions in appetite/satiety regulation, CNS.
      • Induces bronchoconstriction, gastrointestinal spasms, and increased vascular permeability.
      • Elevated exocrine secretions and pain/itch sensations.
    • H2 Receptors (Gs):
      • Stimulates HCl secretion in gastric parietal cells and increases cardiac contractility and heart rate.
      • Exhibits a negative feedback effect by reducing histamine release from mast cells.
    • H3 Receptors (Gi):
      • Modulates wakefulness and neurotransmitter release in the CNS.
    • H4 Receptors (Gi):
      • Regulates inflammatory responses.

    Characteristics of Autacoids

    • Autacoids are locally acting substances produced in response to injury, initiating inflammation and repair.
    • Examples include:
      • Amino-acid derivatives such as histamine and serotonin (5-HT).
      • Vasactive peptides like angiotensin, kinins, and endothelins.
      • Fatty acid derivatives including prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
      • Cytokines such as interleukins and tumor necrosis factor (TNF).

    Clinical Uses and Histamine Antagonists

    • Histamine has no direct clinical application but selective agonists can be used for diagnostics (like testing gastric secretion).
    • H1-antagonists:
      • 1st generation: Diphenhydramine, Dimenhydrinate, Clemastine.
      • 2nd generation: Loratadine, Cetirizine, Fexofenadine.
    • H2-receptor antagonists: Cimetidine, ranitidine, famotidine.
    • Mast cell stabilizers: Ketotifen and cromoglycate inhibit Ca²⁺ influx to prevent degranulation.
    • Physiological antagonists such as adrenaline reverse histamine effects through different receptors.

    Desensitization Therapy (Immunotherapy)

    • Involves weekly injections of allergens in increasing doses to desensitize patients.
    • A protective antibody (IgG) is developed to block allergic reactions, with improvements typically noticed within six months.

    H1-Receptor Antagonists: Comparison

    • 1st Generation:
      • Examples: Diphenhydramine, Clemastine.
      • Can cross the blood-brain barrier, causing sedation and CNS effects.
    • 2nd Generation:
      • Examples: Loratadine, Cetirizine.
      • Less lipophilic, do not cross the blood-brain barrier, leading to minimal CNS effects.
    • Therapeutic uses include managing allergic conditions, motion sickness, and carcinoid syndrome influenced by serotonin secretion.

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