Serotonin Agonists Flashcards
1
Q
5HT4 agonist.
A
Cisapride (Propulsid)
2
Q
5HT4 partial agonist
A
Tegaserod
3
Q
5HT1D agonist
A
Ergot alkaloids (Claviceps purpurea)
4
Q
speeds gastric emptying and increases lower esophageal pressure.
A
Cisapride (Propulsid)
5
Q
Treat nocturnal heartburn due to reflux, constipation, and anorexia nervosa.
A
Cisapride (Propulsid)
6
Q
Ergot alkaloids - Used for prevention and
treatment of migraine.
A
ERGOTAMINE:
7
Q
Ergot alkaloids - Used in the management of post-partum hemmorhage
A
ERGONOVINE
8
Q
Used for irritable bowel syndrome
with constipation.
A
Tegaserod
9
Q
Withdrawn due to cardiovascular toxicity.
A
Tegaserod
10
Q
Brand name of Cisapride
A
Propulsid
11
Q
Generic Name of Claviceps purpurea
A
Ergot alkaloids
12
Q
Not available in the Philippines. In USA, it
is “compassionate use”
A
Cisapride (Propulsid)
