H2 Receptor Antagonists Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
Examples of H2 receptor antagonists
A
Ranitidine
Famotidine
Cimetidine
2
Q
When should you not use H2 RA
A
Zollinger- Ellish syndrome (stomach ulcers that release too much acid)
PPIs better
3
Q
Which H2 RA reacts with too many drugs
A
Cimetidine
4
Q
What do H2 receptor antagonists do with cancer
A
Masks symptoms of cancer
5
Q
SE of H2 receptor antagonists
A
Constipation
Headaches
Dizziness
Fatigue
Diarrohea
6
Q
Which drug is unavailable at the moment
A
Ranitidine