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Which of the following is NOT considered an autacoids?
Which of the following is NOT considered an autacoids?
- Serotonin
- Cholesterol (correct)
- Histamine
- Prostaglandins
Histamine is primarily synthesized from which amino acid?
Histamine is primarily synthesized from which amino acid?
- Tyrosine
- Tryptophan
- Histidine (correct)
- Arginine
Which statement regarding histamine is accurate?
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?
Which of the following is classified as a vasoactive peptide?
What is the main source of histamine in the human body?
What is the main source of histamine in the human body?
What mechanism leads to the release of histamine through mast cell activation?
What mechanism leads to the release of histamine through mast cell activation?
Which of the following drugs is known to induce a Ca$^{2+}$ dependent mechanism of histamine release?
Which of the following drugs is known to induce a Ca$^{2+}$ dependent mechanism of histamine release?
What effect does histamine exert on the central nervous system through H1 receptors?
What effect does histamine exert on the central nervous system through H1 receptors?
Which receptor type mediates increased cardiac contractility and heart rate upon activation by histamine?
Which receptor type mediates increased cardiac contractility and heart rate upon activation by histamine?
What is the main pharmacological effect of histamine on gastric parietal cells?
What is the main pharmacological effect of histamine on gastric parietal cells?
Which process is involved in the Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism of histamine release?
Which process is involved in the Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism of histamine release?
What is the effect of histamine on blood vessels as mediated by H1 receptors?
What is the effect of histamine on blood vessels as mediated by H1 receptors?
What is the negative feedback effect of histamine on mast cells through H2 receptors?
What is the negative feedback effect of histamine on mast cells through H2 receptors?
Which statement accurately describes the action of H1-blockers in bronchial asthma?
Which statement accurately describes the action of H1-blockers in bronchial asthma?
What is a consequence of blocking peripheral muscarinic receptors with first-generation H1-blockers?
What is a consequence of blocking peripheral muscarinic receptors with first-generation H1-blockers?
Cyproheptadine is particularly useful in treating which condition due to its action on serotonin receptors?
Cyproheptadine is particularly useful in treating which condition due to its action on serotonin receptors?
Which side effect may occur with first-generation H1-blockers, especially at high doses?
Which side effect may occur with first-generation H1-blockers, especially at high doses?
How do first-generation H1-blockers help in preventing motion sickness?
How do first-generation H1-blockers help in preventing motion sickness?
Which of the following is a notable action of first-generation H1-blockers concerning α-receptors?
Which of the following is a notable action of first-generation H1-blockers concerning α-receptors?
What therapeutic use is NOT effectively addressed by H1-blockers?
What therapeutic use is NOT effectively addressed by H1-blockers?
In which condition is scopolamine considered the most effective treatment method?
In which condition is scopolamine considered the most effective treatment method?
What is the primary mechanism of action for histamine antagonists?
What is the primary mechanism of action for histamine antagonists?
Which of the following statements regarding first-generation H1 blockers is incorrect?
Which of the following statements regarding first-generation H1 blockers is incorrect?
What effect does adrenaline have in relation to histamine?
What effect does adrenaline have in relation to histamine?
Which of the following is considered a physiological antagonist to histamine?
Which of the following is considered a physiological antagonist to histamine?
Which of the following H1 blockers is classified as a second-generation agent?
Which of the following H1 blockers is classified as a second-generation agent?
What role do mast cell stabilizers, such as ketotifen, play in relation to histamine?
What role do mast cell stabilizers, such as ketotifen, play in relation to histamine?
In desensitization therapy for allergic reactions, what is the primary goal of injecting small doses of allergens?
In desensitization therapy for allergic reactions, what is the primary goal of injecting small doses of allergens?
Which of the following best describes the action of H2-receptor antagonists?
Which of the following best describes the action of H2-receptor antagonists?
Histamine is synthesized from the amino acid arginine by the action of histidine decarboxylase.
Histamine is synthesized from the amino acid arginine by the action of histidine decarboxylase.
Autacoids include substances like prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes.
Autacoids include substances like prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes.
No drugs can cause the release of histamine from mast cells as a side effect.
No drugs can cause the release of histamine from mast cells as a side effect.
Histamine is primarily stored in endothelial cells throughout the body.
Histamine is primarily stored in endothelial cells throughout the body.
Cytokines such as interleukins and tumor necrosis factor are considered part of the autacoids family.
Cytokines such as interleukins and tumor necrosis factor are considered part of the autacoids family.
Histamine has multiple clinical applications in medicine.
Histamine has multiple clinical applications in medicine.
First-generation H1 blockers are known to be less lipophilic compared to second-generation H1 blockers.
First-generation H1 blockers are known to be less lipophilic compared to second-generation H1 blockers.
Desensitization therapy involves injecting increasing doses of the allergen to form protective antibodies.
Desensitization therapy involves injecting increasing doses of the allergen to form protective antibodies.
H2-blockers are currently available for clinical use.
H2-blockers are currently available for clinical use.
Cromoglycate is a mast cell stabilizer that enhances Ca$^{2+}$ influx into mast cells.
Cromoglycate is a mast cell stabilizer that enhances Ca$^{2+}$ influx into mast cells.
Adrenaline can reverse the effects of histamine through similar receptor interactions.
Adrenaline can reverse the effects of histamine through similar receptor interactions.
Second-generation H1 blockers tend to have more potent effects compared to first-generation H1 blockers.
Second-generation H1 blockers tend to have more potent effects compared to first-generation H1 blockers.
Ketotifen is categorized solely as a mast cell stabilizer with no antihistamine properties.
Ketotifen is categorized solely as a mast cell stabilizer with no antihistamine properties.
The Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism of histamine release is primarily caused by the mechanical trauma to mast cells.
The Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanism of histamine release is primarily caused by the mechanical trauma to mast cells.
H1 receptors increase heart rate and cardiac contractility through an increase in cAMP.
H1 receptors increase heart rate and cardiac contractility through an increase in cAMP.
Histamine acts on at least four types of receptors, including H1 and H3 receptors.
Histamine acts on at least four types of receptors, including H1 and H3 receptors.
The release of nitric oxide (NO) from vascular endothelium is a result of histamine's effect on blood vessels mediated by H2 receptors.
The release of nitric oxide (NO) from vascular endothelium is a result of histamine's effect on blood vessels mediated by H2 receptors.
Histamine can cause bronchoconstriction due to its interaction with the Gq protein in H1 receptors.
Histamine can cause bronchoconstriction due to its interaction with the Gq protein in H1 receptors.
Drugs such as penicillin are known to induce Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanisms of histamine release.
Drugs such as penicillin are known to induce Ca$^{2+}$ independent mechanisms of histamine release.
Pain and itching sensations are mediated by H1 receptor activation.
Pain and itching sensations are mediated by H1 receptor activation.
Histamine decreases gastric HCl secretion when interacting with H2 receptors.
Histamine decreases gastric HCl secretion when interacting with H2 receptors.
Blocking H1 receptors can lead to urine retention and blurred vision due to atropine-like actions.
Blocking H1 receptors can lead to urine retention and blurred vision due to atropine-like actions.
Carcinoid syndrome is effectively treated with H1-blockers because histamine is the main mediator in this condition.
Carcinoid syndrome is effectively treated with H1-blockers because histamine is the main mediator in this condition.
H1-blockers are effective in treating bronchial asthma as they primarily target histamine.
H1-blockers are effective in treating bronchial asthma as they primarily target histamine.
The duration of action for first-generation H1-blockers typically ranges from 3-24 hours.
The duration of action for first-generation H1-blockers typically ranges from 3-24 hours.
Diphenhydramine is considered an effective treatment for Ménières's disease.
Diphenhydramine is considered an effective treatment for Ménières's disease.
First-generation H1-blockers may cause excitation or convulsions especially in adults.
First-generation H1-blockers may cause excitation or convulsions especially in adults.
5-HT receptor blocking action is particularly effective in addressing allergic rhinitis.
5-HT receptor blocking action is particularly effective in addressing allergic rhinitis.
Scopolamine is the most effective drug for preventing motion sickness compared to some H1-blockers.
Scopolamine is the most effective drug for preventing motion sickness compared to some H1-blockers.
Identify two specific classes of autacoids and provide an example of each.
Identify two specific classes of autacoids and provide an example of each.
Explain the significance of mast cells in the context of histamine release.
Explain the significance of mast cells in the context of histamine release.
What role do amino acid derivatives play among autacoids, and name one such derivative apart from histamine.
What role do amino acid derivatives play among autacoids, and name one such derivative apart from histamine.
Describe the relationship between histamine and its effect on vascular tissues in terms of inflammation.
Describe the relationship between histamine and its effect on vascular tissues in terms of inflammation.
What is the main pathway of histamine synthesis, and what enzyme is responsible for this process?
What is the main pathway of histamine synthesis, and what enzyme is responsible for this process?
What is the role of calcium ions (Ca$^{2+}$) in the mechanism of histamine release from mast cells?
What is the role of calcium ions (Ca$^{2+}$) in the mechanism of histamine release from mast cells?
How do drugs like morphine affect histamine release from mast cells?
How do drugs like morphine affect histamine release from mast cells?
What mediates the vasodilatory effects of histamine on blood vessels?
What mediates the vasodilatory effects of histamine on blood vessels?
What are the primary effects of histamine on the central nervous system through H1 receptors?
What are the primary effects of histamine on the central nervous system through H1 receptors?
Describe the negative feedback mechanism of histamine in relation to mast cells via H2 receptors.
Describe the negative feedback mechanism of histamine in relation to mast cells via H2 receptors.
What are the pharmacological effects of H2 receptor activation on gastric parietal cells?
What are the pharmacological effects of H2 receptor activation on gastric parietal cells?
What physiological changes result from H1 receptor activation on sensory nerves?
What physiological changes result from H1 receptor activation on sensory nerves?
Why is the increase in cAMP significant for cardiac tissue in response to histamine?
Why is the increase in cAMP significant for cardiac tissue in response to histamine?
Explain the role of histamine receptor antagonists in managing allergic responses.
Explain the role of histamine receptor antagonists in managing allergic responses.
What is the mechanism of action for H3 receptor antagonists, and why are they not currently used clinically?
What is the mechanism of action for H3 receptor antagonists, and why are they not currently used clinically?
Discuss how immunotherapy contributes to desensitization in allergic patients.
Discuss how immunotherapy contributes to desensitization in allergic patients.
What differentiates first-generation H1 blockers from second-generation H1 blockers regarding their effects on the CNS?
What differentiates first-generation H1 blockers from second-generation H1 blockers regarding their effects on the CNS?
How do mast cell stabilizers like ketotifen function in relation to histamine release?
How do mast cell stabilizers like ketotifen function in relation to histamine release?
Describe the differences in potency and clinical application between H1 and H2 receptor antagonists.
Describe the differences in potency and clinical application between H1 and H2 receptor antagonists.
What is the significance of adrenaline as a physiological antagonist to histamine?
What is the significance of adrenaline as a physiological antagonist to histamine?
Analyze the clinical implications of using H2 receptor antagonists currently available for therapeutic use.
Analyze the clinical implications of using H2 receptor antagonists currently available for therapeutic use.
What is a primary therapeutic use of H1-blockers in allergic conditions?
What is a primary therapeutic use of H1-blockers in allergic conditions?
Explain how first-generation H1-blockers contribute to the management of motion sickness.
Explain how first-generation H1-blockers contribute to the management of motion sickness.
Describe the role of cyproheptadine in carcinoid syndrome treatment.
Describe the role of cyproheptadine in carcinoid syndrome treatment.
What sedative effect may occur with the use of first-generation H1-blockers?
What sedative effect may occur with the use of first-generation H1-blockers?
What are the potential atropine-like actions of first-generation H1-blockers?
What are the potential atropine-like actions of first-generation H1-blockers?
In what way do first-generation H1-blockers affect α-receptors?
In what way do first-generation H1-blockers affect α-receptors?
Discuss the duration of action for H1-blockers.
Discuss the duration of action for H1-blockers.
What is a notable limitation of H1-blockers in treating bronchial asthma?
What is a notable limitation of H1-blockers in treating bronchial asthma?
The ______ dependent mechanism of histamine release is triggered by the fixation of IgE to mast cells.
The ______ dependent mechanism of histamine release is triggered by the fixation of IgE to mast cells.
Histamine acts on at least ______ types of receptors.
Histamine acts on at least ______ types of receptors.
Pain and itching are sensations mediated by the activation of ______ receptors.
Pain and itching are sensations mediated by the activation of ______ receptors.
The release of nitric oxide (NO) from vascular endothelium is a result of histamine's effect on ______.
The release of nitric oxide (NO) from vascular endothelium is a result of histamine's effect on ______.
Histamine increases ______ secretion from gastric parietal cells when activating H2 receptors.
Histamine increases ______ secretion from gastric parietal cells when activating H2 receptors.
Morphine induces histamine release through a ______ independent mechanism.
Morphine induces histamine release through a ______ independent mechanism.
Histamine functions related to appetite and satiety are associated with its action in the ______.
Histamine functions related to appetite and satiety are associated with its action in the ______.
Histamine's effect on cardiac contractility and heart rate is mediated through ______ receptors.
Histamine's effect on cardiac contractility and heart rate is mediated through ______ receptors.
H1 blockers are effective in allergic conditions where ______ is the primary mediator.
H1 blockers are effective in allergic conditions where ______ is the primary mediator.
First-generation H1-blockers, such as diphenhydramine, are effective in preventing ______ sickness.
First-generation H1-blockers, such as diphenhydramine, are effective in preventing ______ sickness.
Cyproheptadine can block ______ receptors, which is useful in treating carcinoid syndrome.
Cyproheptadine can block ______ receptors, which is useful in treating carcinoid syndrome.
Atropine-like actions of first-generation H1-blockers can lead to urine ______ and blurred vision.
Atropine-like actions of first-generation H1-blockers can lead to urine ______ and blurred vision.
Patients with orthostatic ______ may experience symptoms when taking alpha-receptor blocking medications.
Patients with orthostatic ______ may experience symptoms when taking alpha-receptor blocking medications.
The duration of action for first-generation H1-blockers can range from ______ hours.
The duration of action for first-generation H1-blockers can range from ______ hours.
First-generation H1-blockers may cause sedation, but in some cases may lead to excitation or even ______ in children.
First-generation H1-blockers may cause sedation, but in some cases may lead to excitation or even ______ in children.
Scopolamine is known as the most effective treatment for ______ sickness.
Scopolamine is known as the most effective treatment for ______ sickness.
Inflammation is the complex biological response of vascular tissues to harmful ______.
Inflammation is the complex biological response of vascular tissues to harmful ______.
Histamine is formed from the amino acid ______ by the action of histidine decarboxylase.
Histamine is formed from the amino acid ______ by the action of histidine decarboxylase.
Examples of autacoids include amino acid derivatives, vasoactive peptides, and ______.
Examples of autacoids include amino acid derivatives, vasoactive peptides, and ______.
Histamine is primarily stored in ______ cells within the body.
Histamine is primarily stored in ______ cells within the body.
Certain drugs can cause the release of histamine from ______ cells as a side effect.
Certain drugs can cause the release of histamine from ______ cells as a side effect.
Histamine itself has no clinical applications, but some selective agonists are used for ______ purposes only.
Histamine itself has no clinical applications, but some selective agonists are used for ______ purposes only.
Adrenaline reverses all the effects of histamine by action on different ______.
Adrenaline reverses all the effects of histamine by action on different ______.
Small doses of the allergic substance are injected weekly in a process known as ______.
Small doses of the allergic substance are injected weekly in a process known as ______.
1st generation H1 blockers can cross the ______ and exert significant CNS actions.
1st generation H1 blockers can cross the ______ and exert significant CNS actions.
2nd generation H1 blockers are more potent and ______ lipophilic compared to 1st generation H1 blockers.
2nd generation H1 blockers are more potent and ______ lipophilic compared to 1st generation H1 blockers.
Histamine receptor antagonists include H1-blockers like diphenhydramine and ______.
Histamine receptor antagonists include H1-blockers like diphenhydramine and ______.
H2-blockers like cimetidine and ______ are used to reduce gastric acid secretion.
H2-blockers like cimetidine and ______ are used to reduce gastric acid secretion.
Mast cell stabilizers like ketotifen inhibit ______ influx into mast cells.
Mast cell stabilizers like ketotifen inhibit ______ influx into mast cells.
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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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Test your knowledge on the mechanisms of histamine release and its pharmacological effects. This quiz covers both Ca²⁺ dependent and independent mechanisms and the roles of different histamine receptors. Enhance your understanding of histamine's impact on various physiological processes.
