Pharmacology Final Exam Review: Respiratory Agents
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What is the primary action of methylxanthines such as Aminophylline and Theophylline?

  • Relax smooth muscles of the bronchial airway (correct)
  • Stimulate cardiac muscles
  • Increase vascular permeability
  • Induce bronchoconstriction
  • What is the therapeutic level for Theophylline?

  • 10 to 20 mcg/ml (correct)
  • 20 to 30 mcg/ml
  • 5 to 10 mcg/ml
  • 30 to 40 mcg/ml
  • Which drug class is used for maintenance in asthma and ends in 'terol'?

  • LABA (Long-acting beta agonist) (correct)
  • Mast cell stabilizers
  • Leukotriene receptor antagonist
  • Corticosteroids
  • What is the primary goal of diuretics ('water pills')?

    <p>Lower blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug class decreases the inflammatory response and reduces mucus plugs and edema secondary to vascular permeability?

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

    Which drug is used as a short-acting beta agonist for acute asthma attacks?

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

    What is the primary action of mast cell stabilizers like Cromolyn sodium?

    <p>Stabilizes the cell membranes of inflammatory cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common side effect of xanthine derivatives like Aminophylline and Theophylline?

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

    What is the primary goal of using diuretics ('water pills')?

    <p>Lowering blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug class is used for maintenance in asthma and ends in 'terol'?

    <p>Beta 2 agonist (LABA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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