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What is the primary mechanism of action of H1-receptor antagonists in the treatment of allergic rhinitis?
What is the primary mechanism of action of H1-receptor antagonists in the treatment of allergic rhinitis?
- Release of inflammatory mediators from mast cells and basophils
- Vasoconstriction of nasal blood vessels
- Stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system
- Blockage of the actions of histamine at H1 receptors (correct)
What is the major advantage of second-generation H1-receptor antagonists over first-generation antagonists?
What is the major advantage of second-generation H1-receptor antagonists over first-generation antagonists?
- Increased risk of sedation
- Fewer options for OTC remedies
- Less tendency for sedation (correct)
- More potent anticholinergic effects
What is the primary action of mucolytics in the treatment of respiratory disorders?
What is the primary action of mucolytics in the treatment of respiratory disorders?
- Stimulating the cough reflex
- Breaking down the chemical structure of mucus molecules (correct)
- Increasing the secretion of inflammatory mediators
- Relaxing bronchial smooth muscle
What is the contraindication for the use of cough suppressants in patients with chronic bronchitis?
What is the contraindication for the use of cough suppressants in patients with chronic bronchitis?
What is the primary action of inhaled corticosteroids in the treatment of perennial allergic rhinitis?
What is the primary action of inhaled corticosteroids in the treatment of perennial allergic rhinitis?
What is the primary difference between short-acting beta agonists (SABAs) and long-acting beta agonists (LABAs) in the treatment of asthma?
What is the primary difference between short-acting beta agonists (SABAs) and long-acting beta agonists (LABAs) in the treatment of asthma?
What is the main adverse effect of dextromethorphan, a non-opioid cough suppressant?
What is the main adverse effect of dextromethorphan, a non-opioid cough suppressant?
What is the primary mechanism of action of expectorants in the treatment of respiratory disorders?
What is the primary mechanism of action of expectorants in the treatment of respiratory disorders?
What is the main indication for the use of intranasal corticosteroids in the treatment of allergic rhinitis?
What is the main indication for the use of intranasal corticosteroids in the treatment of allergic rhinitis?
What is the primary mechanism of action of beta-adrenergic agonists in the treatment of asthma?
What is the primary mechanism of action of beta-adrenergic agonists in the treatment of asthma?
What is the primary effect of histamine in allergic rhinitis?
What is the primary effect of histamine in allergic rhinitis?
Which of the following antihistamines is known for its significant anticholinergic effects?
Which of the following antihistamines is known for its significant anticholinergic effects?
What is the primary advantage of inhaled corticosteroids in the treatment of perennial allergic rhinitis?
What is the primary advantage of inhaled corticosteroids in the treatment of perennial allergic rhinitis?
What is the primary action of mucolytics in the treatment of cystic fibrosis?
What is the primary action of mucolytics in the treatment of cystic fibrosis?
Which of the following cough suppressants is known for its potential for abuse?
Which of the following cough suppressants is known for its potential for abuse?
What is the primary mechanism of action of expectorants in the treatment of respiratory disorders?
What is the primary mechanism of action of expectorants in the treatment of respiratory disorders?
What is the primary indication for the use of beta-adrenergic agonists in the treatment of asthma?
What is the primary indication for the use of beta-adrenergic agonists in the treatment of asthma?
What is the primary contraindication for the use of mucolytics in the treatment of respiratory disorders?
What is the primary contraindication for the use of mucolytics in the treatment of respiratory disorders?
What is the primary advantage of second-generation antihistamines over first-generation antihistamines?
What is the primary advantage of second-generation antihistamines over first-generation antihistamines?
What is the primary mechanism of action of intranasal corticosteroids in the treatment of perennial allergic rhinitis?
What is the primary mechanism of action of intranasal corticosteroids in the treatment of perennial allergic rhinitis?
What is the primary effect of histamine in terms of nasal congestion?
What is the primary effect of histamine in terms of nasal congestion?
Which type of antihistamine is known for its significant anticholinergic effects?
Which type of antihistamine is known for its significant anticholinergic effects?
What is the primary mechanism of action of beta-adrenergic agonists in terms of bronchial smooth muscle?
What is the primary mechanism of action of beta-adrenergic agonists in terms of bronchial smooth muscle?
What is the primary indication for the use of mucolytics in cystic fibrosis?
What is the primary indication for the use of mucolytics in cystic fibrosis?
Which of the following is a common adverse effect of non-opioid cough suppressants?
Which of the following is a common adverse effect of non-opioid cough suppressants?
What is the primary advantage of inhaled corticosteroids in terms of systemic effects?
What is the primary advantage of inhaled corticosteroids in terms of systemic effects?
Which type of cough suppressant is most effective for coughs due to allergies or the common cold?
Which type of cough suppressant is most effective for coughs due to allergies or the common cold?
What is the primary mechanism of action of H1-receptor antagonists in terms of histamine?
What is the primary mechanism of action of H1-receptor antagonists in terms of histamine?
What is the primary advantage of second-generation antihistamines over first-generation antihistamines?
What is the primary advantage of second-generation antihistamines over first-generation antihistamines?
What is the primary contraindication for the use of intranasal corticosteroids?
What is the primary contraindication for the use of intranasal corticosteroids?
