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What is the primary cause of iron deficiency, leading to chronic anemia?
What is the primary cause of iron deficiency, leading to chronic anemia?
Which receptor do second-generation antihistamines, such as fexofenadine and loratidine, primarily target?
Which receptor do second-generation antihistamines, such as fexofenadine and loratidine, primarily target?
Which vitamin is a cofactor in the synthesis of DNA and is used for the treatment of naturally occurring pernicious anemia?
Which vitamin is a cofactor in the synthesis of DNA and is used for the treatment of naturally occurring pernicious anemia?
Which type of anemia is treated with folic acid?
Which type of anemia is treated with folic acid?
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What is the primary difference between first-generation and second-generation antihistamines?
What is the primary difference between first-generation and second-generation antihistamines?
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Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of histamine action?
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of histamine action?
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Which of the following is a clinical use of histamine?
Which of the following is a clinical use of histamine?
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What is the main effect of histamine?
What is the main effect of histamine?
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Which condition contraindicates the use of histamine?
Which condition contraindicates the use of histamine?
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What is the main source of histamine release in anaphylactic shock and allergic conditions?
What is the main source of histamine release in anaphylactic shock and allergic conditions?
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Study Notes
Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron deficiency is the most common cause of chronic anemia.
Antihistamines
- Second-generation antihistamines, such as fexofenadine and loratidine, primarily target the peripheral H1 receptor.
- They are less likely to cause drowsiness compared to first-generation antihistamines.
Vitamin B12
- Vitamin B12 is a cofactor in the synthesis of DNA.
- It is used in the treatment of naturally occurring pernicious anemia, a condition characterized by the body's inability to absorb vitamin B12.
Folate Deficiency Anemia
- Folate deficiency anemia is treated with folic acid.
Antihistamine Differences
- First-generation antihistamines have a higher affinity for the central nervous system H1 receptor, which can lead to drowsiness.
- Second-generation antihistamines are more selective for peripheral H1 receptors, minimizing central nervous system effects.
Histamine Mechanisms
- Histamine primarily acts through H1, H2, and H3 receptors.
- It does not act through the H4 receptor.
Clinical Use of Histamine
- Histamine is used clinically to test gastric acid secretion. This is a diagnostic test to evaluate gastric function.
Effects of Histamine
- Histamine primarily causes vasodilation (widening of blood vessels) and increased permeability (leakiness) of blood vessels.
Contraindications for Histamine
- Peptic ulcers are a contraindication for the use of histamine.
Anaphylactic Shock
- Mast cells are the main source of histamine release in anaphylactic shock and allergic conditions.
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This quiz covers the pharmacological aspects of histamine and antihistamine drugs, focusing on their role as local hormones in the body, their release during allergic conditions, and their mechanism of action on H1-receptor. It also includes information on mast cell injury and degranulation.
