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Antihistamines
Antihistamines
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Pharmacology
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08/27/2012
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MOA for antihistamines?
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Compete with histamine H1 receptors
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Brand name for diphenhydramine?
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Benadryl

 
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Should diphenhydramine be used in the elderly?
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DO NOT USE IN ELDERLY

 
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Name significant side effects of diphenhydramine
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Significant anticholinergic side effects: sedation; confusion

 

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Peripheral anticholinergic side effects: dry mouth, urinary retention, dry/blurry vision, constipation, best to avoid use in BPH (will worsen symptoms) and glaucma (can elevate IOP).
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