Respiratory Flashcards
1
Q
Exam:
A selective drug only works in receptors it’s selected for
True or false
A
False
2
Q
What is a B2 adrenoreceptor agonist
A
Adenylyl cyclase is a membrane-bound enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of ATP to cAMP. [1] cAMP, an intracellular second messenger, activates protein kinase A by dissociating its regulatory subunit from the catalytic subunit.
3
Q
What is a selective B2 adrenoreceptor agonist
A
Salmeterol
Formeterol
12hr duration - long acting
4
Q
What do anticholinergics do
A
Block parasympathetic action
Short acting - ipratropium
Long acting - tiotropium
