16 Questions
Which of the following is an adverse effect of inhaled corticosteroids?
Adrenal insufficiency
What is the mode of action of inhaled corticosteroids?
Act on intracellular receptors
Which condition is not associated with causes of pulmonary mucosal edema?
Pneumonia
Which drug is used in the treatment of mucosal edema?
Racemic epinephrine
Which drug inhibits the degranulation of mast cells in response to allergic and nonallergic stimuli?
Cromolyn sodium
What is the mode of action of zileuton?
Inhibits 5-lipoxygenase enzyme
Which drug acts as a leukotriene receptor antagonist?
Zafirlukast
What is the indication for using cromolyn sodium and anti-leukotrienes?
Alternative to steroids in patients with persistent asthma symptoms
Which drug inhibits attachment of IgE to mast cells and basophils?
Omalizumab
What is the adverse effect of antileukotriene agents?
Liver enzyme elevation
Which drug prevents the release of histamine and other mediators of antihistamine?
Cromolyn sodium
What is the mode of action of omalizumab?
Inhibits attachment of IgE to mast cells
What is the mode of action of montelukast?
Acts as a leukotriene receptor antagonist
What is the indication for using nonsteroidal antiasthma drugs?
Prophylactic management of persistent asthma
What should the clinician verify regarding the use of nonsteroidal antiasthma medications?
That medications are controller drugs and not rescue agents
What is the mode of action of zafirlukast?
Acts as a leukotriene receptor antagonist
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