H2-Antagonists (H2As) Flashcards

1
Q

Famotidine (g)

A

Pepcid (b)

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2
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MOA

A

inhibit histamine-2 receptors in stomach

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3
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common adverse effects

A

well tolerated

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4
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rare adverse effects

A

thrombocytopenia, brady/tachycardia, asystole, AV block

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5
Q

counseling pts

A

can take 30 minutes before meals

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6
Q

clinical pearls

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absorption of drugs can be altered with the use of H2As
can use as part of GERD regimen with PPIs

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