Pharmacology Flashcards
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When is post-operative pain most significant?
In terms of days
During the first 3 days
Before prescribing opioids to a healthy, non-allergic patient, it is essential to make sure that:
Opioids are generally not 1st-line drugs for non-allegic patients
Non-opioid options have been maxed out
What are the alternatives if a patient is allergic to natural opioids?
- NSAIDs
- Synthetic opioids
What other drugs should always be associated with opioids for dental pain?
- NSAIDs
or - Acetaminophen
What is the 1st-line analgesic for mild-to-moderate dental pain?
Acetaminophen
What is the 1st-line analgesic for moderate-to-severe dental pain?
Drugs and doses
Ibuprofen 400mg
What is the analgesic of choice for moderate-to-severe dental pain if the patient is allergic to NSAIDs?
Tylenol No. 3
Codeine 30mg + Acetaminophen 300mg
What are the options for the 1st-line analgesic for severe dental pain?
Drugs and doses
- Ibuprofen 600mg
- Ibuprofen 400mg + Acetaminophen 400mg
Combination may be more efficient than maxing a single drug
When are opioids recommended for non-allergic patients to NSAIDs?
For severe dental pain that cannot be controlled by NSAIDs with or without Acetaminophen
What is the analgesic of choice for severe dental pain if the patient is allergic to NSAIDs?
- Tylenol No. 3 (Codeine 30mg + Acetaminophen 300mg)
- Tylenol No. 4 (Codeine 60mg + Acetaminophen 300mg)
- Percocet (Oxycodone 5mg + Acetaminophen 325mg)
What is the analgesic of choice if a patient needs opioids but is allergic to natural opioids?
Meperidine
Is a synthetic opioid that can be used for severe dental pain unresponsive to high dose of NSAIDs
What is the analgesic of choice for mild-to-moderate dental pain in children?
Acetaminophen
What is the analgesic of choice for severe dental pain in children?
Ibuprofen
What is the mechanism of action of H1 receptor blockers?
Competitively inhibit histamine binding to H1 receptors after IgE-mediated Mast cell activation
This mechanism is crucial for their effectiveness in treating allergic reactions.
List the pharmacological effects of H1 receptor blockers.
- Sedation
- Antiallergic effects
- Anticholinergic effects
- Anti-nausea effects
What are common side effects of H1 receptor blockers?
- Drowsiness
- Sedation
- Anticholinergic effects
- Xerostomia
What drugs may increase the sedative effects of H1 receptor blockers?
- Barbiturates
- Benzodiazepines
- Opioids
Name two classes of drugs that can increase anticholinergic effects when used with H1 receptor blockers.
- Tricyclic antidepressants
- Antipsychotics
What drugs can increase the plasma concentration of H1 receptor blockers?
- Azole Antifungals
- Macrolides
This can lead to enhanced effects and increased risk of side effects.
What is a potential risk when combining H1 receptor blockers with SSRIs?
Risk of Serotonin Syndrome
How do 1st-generation H1 Receptor Blockers compare to the 2nd generation in terms of:
1. Half-life
2. CNS penetration
3. Sedative effect
4. Arrhythmic effects
5. Anticholinergic effects
6. Clinical uses
- Shorter half-life
- CNS is penetrated
- Sedative effects
- Lower risk of causing Torsade de Pointes
- More Anticholinergic effects
- Useful as antipruritic, anti-Parkinson’s Drugs and against nausea
2nd generation blockers are also useful against allergies, but have longer half-lives without the other side-effects. They do carry an increased risk for arrhythmias.
What is the main clinical use of H1 receptor blockers?
Management of allergic reactions
They are effective in treating conditions such as allergic rhinitis and urticaria.
What is the mechanism of action of H2 receptor blockers?
Competitively inhibit histamine binding to H2 receptors in the GI tract
H2 receptor blockers specifically target H2 receptors to reduce gastric acid secretion.
What are the pharmacological effects of H2 receptor blockers?
- Inhibition of gastric acid secretion
- Reduction of pepsin secretion
This effect helps in treating conditions like GERD and peptic ulcers.