Benadryl 23324-1

Question 0

Benadryl - Action (3)

Answer 0

• blocks histamine at H1 receptor sites, reversing histamine induced Bronchoconstriction, vasodilation, leaky cells
• reverses EPS due to drugs
• mild sedative

Question 1

Benadryl - Class (2)

Answer 1

• antihistamine

- H1 blocker

Question 2

Benadryl - Indications (3)

Answer 2

• allergic Rx
• in anaphylaxis, given after epi because epi acts quicker to vasoconstrict/bronchodilate
• acute EPS

Question 3

Benadryl - Contraindications (2)

Answer 3

• Hypersensitivity

- Lower respiratory diseases such as acute asthma

Question 4

Benadryl - Side Effects (4)

Answer 4

• Sedation
• dry mouth
• thickening of bronchial secretions
• hypotension (rare)

Question 5

Benadryl - Precautions (1)

Answer 5

• exacerbates ETOH/CNS depressant effects