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        | Benadryl.  Anti-histamine that inhibits H1 receptors.  Inverse agonist. |  | 
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        | Alpha1a blocker.  Relaxes bladder sphincter and prostatic smooth muscle to ease urinary retention in BPH. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Viagra.  Inhibits PDE5 to keep cGMP levels high and blood vessels dilated.  DO NOT TAKE with nitrates because BP will drop too low. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Inhibits breakdown of TG's by lipases in GI tract so you shit out fats.  Treats obesity and high cholesterol. |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | Drugs that block Na+ channels |  | Definition 
 
        | Anesthetics.  Na+ cannot rush in and cell does not depolarize. Ex - Lidocaine (-caine) |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Anesthetic.  Blocks Na+ channels so nerve cells cannot depolarize. |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | Drugs that block Ca2+ channels |  | Definition 
 
        | Anti-hypertensives.  Prevent Ca2+ from entering smc's and causing contraction.   Ex - Nifedipine (-dipines) |  | 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Anti-hypertensive.  Block Ca2+ channels to prevent contraction of vascular smooth muscle. |  | 
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        | Drugs that open K+ channels |  | Definition 
 
        | Anti-hypertensives.  Allows K+ to flow out of the cell to cause hyperpolarization. Ex-Nitric Oxide, hydralazine
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Anti-hypertensive.  Opens K+ channels to hyperpolarize cells and vasodilate. |  | 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Anti-hypertensive.  Opens K+ channels to hyperpolarize cells and vasodilate. |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | Drugs that open Cl- channels |  | Definition 
 
        | Anti-anxiety drugs.  Allow Cl- to flow in to cell and hyperpolarize to make it harder to fire action potentials.   Ex-Diazepam (-zepam) |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Valium.  Anti-anxiety drug.  WEAK BASE.  Opens Cl- channels to cause hyperpolarization of cells and decrease AP transmission. |  | 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Irreversibly inhibits Ach esterase.  Effects can be reverse if pt treated with PAM before aging occurs. -Also treated with atropine (muscarinic antagonist) |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Dopamine, NE, Epi 5-HT (serotonin)
 Histamine
 NO
 Ach
 Glycine, glutamate, GABA, ATP
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        | Term 
 
        | Drugs that use enzyme-linked receptors |  | Definition 
 
        | Insulin, growth factors, ANP |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | Drugs that use intracellular/DNA-linked receptors |  | Definition 
 
        | Retinoic acid, prednisone, corticosteroids, Vit. D, thyroid hormone, sex hormones |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Anti-hypertensive - ACE inhibitor.  Prevents conversion of angiotensin I to AII by ACE, increases bradykinin. Side Effects - hypotension, angioedema, hyperkalemia (no aldosterone). |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Anti-hypercholesterolemia.  Inhibit HMG-CoA reductase to inhibit cholesterol synthesis and upregulate LDL receptors on cells. |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | Anti-viral drugs (ddNTP's) |  | Definition 
 
        | Inhibit DNA polymerase or reverse transcriptase. |  | 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Anti-bacterial.  Inhibits topoisomerase/gyrase. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Treats chronic gout.  Inhibits xanthine oxidase to prevent uric acid build up. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Anti-cancer.  Inhibits dihydrofolate reductase (DHFR) to prevent regeneration of THF needed for nucleotide synthesis. -Immunosuppressant |  | 
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 | Definition 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Osmotic diuretic - causes fluid loss via osmotic diarrhea |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | NSAID.  Irreversibly inhibits COX1 and COX2 so that new enzyme must be made. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Non-specific nucleotide analog that increases heart rate. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Bronchodilator that inhibits cAMP PDE in the lungs. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Cromolyn Sodium - anti-inflammatory Furosemide - loop diuretic
 Sulfamethoxazole - antibiotic
 Phenobarbitol - sedative
 Phenytoin - antiepileptic
 Chlorthalidone - thiazide diuretic
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | diazepam - anxiolytic chlordiazeposide - sedative
 triamterene - K+ sparing diuretic
 cimetidine - H2 antagonist
 morphine - narcotic analgesic
 amantadine - antiviral and anti-Parkinson's
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 | Definition 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Tylenol Compazine
 Phenergan
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Epinephrine, antibiotics, antipsychotics |  | 
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 | Definition 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | General anesthetics, asthma drugs |  | 
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 | Definition 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Nitroglycerin, nicotine.  All are very small molecules, dose range can be fairly big. |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | Drugs with HUGE volumes of distribution |  | Definition 
 
        | Tolbutamide - antidiabetic, sulfourease Enalapril - Antihypertension, ACE inhibitor
 Ciprofloxacin - antibiotic, fluoroquinolone
 Fluoxetine - antidepressant, SSRI
 Chloroquine - antimalarial
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Antidiabetic, sulfourease.  Huge volume of distribution. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Antibiotic, fluoroquinolone.  Huge volume of distribution. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Antidepressant, SSRI.  Huge volume of distribution. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Antimalarial.  Huge volume of distribution. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Anticancer drugs, antibiotics |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Anti-alcoholism.  Inhibits alcohol DH, causing acetaldehyde to build up and make you feel shitty. |  | 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Anti-biotic.  DO NOT TAKE with alcohol because inhibits alcohol DH, causing acetaldehyde build up and shitty feelings. |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | Cholinomimetics - direct acting agonists |  | Definition 
 
        | Acteylcholine - not clinically useful Bethanechol
 Carbachol
 Methacholine
 Pilocarpine
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        | Term 
 
        | Cholinomimetics - indirect acting Ach esterase inhibitors |  | Definition 
 
        | Pyridostigmine Neostigmine Edrophonium Physostigmine |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Ach agonist, quaternary amine.  SC or topical, 1 hr duration.  Treats urinary retention by stimulating muscarinic receptors- contract detrusor and relax internal sphincter. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Ach agonist, quaternary amine.  Topical only, 1-2 hr duration.  Used to treat glaucoma - stimulate contraction of ciliary muscle and pupillary constrictor to allow outflow of aq humor. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Ach agonist, tertiary amine, natural product.  Eye topical, 24 hr duration.  Treats glaucoma - lowers intraocular pressure by increasing drainage of aq humor via contraction of ciliary muscle and constrictor. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Ach esterase inhibitor.  Half-life=5-10 mins.  Used in Tensilon edrophonium diagnostic test for myasthenia gravis. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Reversible Ach esterase inhibitor.  Treats muscle weakness - preference for Nm receptors.  Half-life=2-4 hrs |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Reversible Ach esterase inhibitor.  Treats muscle weakness - preference for Nm receptors.  Half-life=4-6 hrs |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Reversible Ach esterase inhibitor.  ENTERS CNS!  Half-life=15-40 mins. "Phys is for eyes" - used to treat glaucoma. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Reversible Ach esterase inhibitor.  Treats muscle weakness - preference for Nm receptors. Half-life=4-6 hrs |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Irreversible Ach esterase inhibitor.  Effective for 1 week - treats chronic glaucoma.  Contracts ciliary muscle to increase drainage of aq humor. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Irreversible Ach esterase inhibitor.  Effective for 1 week - treats chronic glaucoma.  Contracts ciliary muscle to increase drainage of aq humor. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Treats organophosphorous poisoning (echothiophate, nerve gas etc) if given quickly enough.  Removes the moiety added to Ach esterase to undo the irreversible inhibition. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Atropine Scopalamine
 Glycopyrollate
 Ipratropium
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | -Muscarinic antagonist.  Highly selective for M receptors. -Used pre-op to decrease secretions. -Dose-dependent effects!  Overdose can cause coma. -Nerve gas antidote. Inhibits effects of excessive Ach in synapse.  Crosses into CNS and not subject to aging. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Cholinergic antagonist - prevents brochonconstriction.  Bronchodilator, good for older patients. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Beta2 agonist.  Bronchodilator. |  | 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Bronchodilator.  Inhibits breakdown of cAMP to AMP to keep smooth muscle relaxed. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Ganglionic blocker.  Used to treat hypertension in emergencies (ie. surgery).  Limited clinical use. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Ganglionic blocker.  Used to treat hypertension in emergencies (ie. surgery).  Limited clinical use. |  | 
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 | Definition 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Depolarizing NMJ blocker - the only one! Skeletal muscle relaxant used in surgery.  Half-life = less than 1 min so support pt and wait after surgery. |  | 
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        | Neuromuscular Jxn Blockers - "cur" drugs |  | Definition 
 
        | d-tubocuranine pancuronium
 atracurium
 gallamine
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | NMJ antagonist.  Skeletal muscle relaxant.  To take pt off drug, must give Ach esterase inhibitor + muscarinic antagonist.  Half-life = 1-2 hrs |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | NMJ antagonist.  Skeletal muscle relaxant.  To take pt off drug, must give Ach esterase inhibitor + muscarinic antagonist.  Half-life = 2 hrs |  | 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Treats malignant hyperthermia.  Blocks release of Ca from SR, decreases muscle tone and heat production.  Administer with ice packs. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Prevents release of Ach from nerve terminals.  USES: -Cosmetic
 -Focal dystonia
 -Strabismus
 -Cervical dystonia
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        | Term 
 
        | Direct acting adrenomimetics |  | Definition 
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        | Term 
 
        | Indirect acting adrenomimetics |  | Definition 
 
        | Tyramine Ephedrine
 Amphetamine
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Cocaine Imipramine
 Amitriptyline
 SSRI's
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Adrenergic agonist. - Dopamine receptors preserve blood flow to vital organs.
 -Dose dependent - activates beta1 and alpha at high con.
 -Increases force of contractility more than heart rate - less O2 consumption.
 -Used to treat cardiogenic and hypovolemic shock.
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Alpha1 agonist. -Used to increase BP during surgery
 -Nasal decongestant (decreases bloodflow)
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Alpha2 agonist. -Decrease sympathetic outflow from CNS
 -Emergency anti-hypertensive
 -Inhibits NE release via presynaptic receptors.
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | -Alpha2 agonist, pro-drug converted to alpha-methylnorepinephrine. -Choice anti-hypertensive for pregnant women. -Inhibits NE release via presynaptic receptors. |  | 
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 | Definition 
 
        | Beta1 agonist. -Increases CO!
 -Used to treat cardiogenic shock and septic shock.
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Beta2 agonist. -Bronchodilators!
 -Treat asthma.
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 | Definition 
 
        | B2 agonist. -Relaxes smooth muscle of uterus to prevent premature delivery.
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Adrenergic agonist (ALL receptors) -Local anesthetics - alpha 1 vasoconstriction -Anaphylactic shock -Inhibit degranulation of mast cells (beta2) -Treat glaucoma (alpha 1, alpha 2) |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Adrenergic agonist (NO beta2!) -Used to increase BP!
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 | Definition 
 
        | Indirect adrenergic agonist (alpha and beta) -Nasal decongestant
 -Treats asthma (rarely used)
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        | Term 
 
        | D-Amphetamine Methylphenidate
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        | Indirect acting adrenergic agonists -D-Amphetamine = Adderall
 -Methylphenidate = Ritalin
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Indirect acting adrenergic agonist, commonly found in cheese and fermented foods.  Do not take with MAO inhibitors! |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | Indirect Acting Adrenergic Agonists |  | Definition 
 
        | Ephedrine Tyramine
 D-Amphetamine
 Methylphenidate
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Cocaine SSRI's
 Imipramine, amitryptaline (tricyclic antidepressants)
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | NE Reuptake inhibitor. -NE > serotonin
 -Increases serotonin in CNS to treat depression
 -Side effects = tachycardia, high BP
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        | Term 
 
        | SSRI's (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) |  | Definition 
 
        | -Serotonin>NE -Treats depression
 -Side effects = tachycardia, high BP
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Alpha1>Alpha2 blocker.  Irreversible - treat pheochromocytomas. |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Alpha2 blocker. -Increase BP and HR because no inhibition of NE release via presynaptic receptors
 -Increase parasym output (treat ED via local injection) because no inhibition of Ach release via presynaptic receptors
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        | Term 
 
        | -Azosins (Prasozin, Terazosin)
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        | Alpha1 blockers.  Block vasoconstriction to decrease PVR. -Treat essential hypertension
 -Treat frostbite (vasodilate for warmth!)
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
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        | Term 
 
        | Cardioselective B1 blockers |  | Definition 
 
        | Acebutolol Betaxolol
 Esmolol
 Atenolol
 Metoprolol
 "ABEAM"
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        | Term 
 
        | B blockers - Partial Agonists |  | Definition 
 
        | Pindolol Acebutolol  -Less bradycardia, bronchoconstriction, hypoglycemia, and increased PVR -These have greater ISA than pure beta 1 blockers (intrinsic sympathomimetic activity) |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | B1=B2 blocker.  NOT USEFUL - causes bronchoconstriction! |  | 
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Mixed blocker! -A1>>A2 blocker - vasodilation -B1 blocker - no increase in HR -B2 agonists and blocker - neutralized SO....decrease PVR without reflex tachycardia that you see with pure A1 blockers. |  | 
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        | Term 
 
        | Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARB's) |  | Definition 
 
        | Anti-hypertensives, prevent vasoconstriction in response to AII. "-sartan"
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | -AliskiREN -Antihypertensive
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | Body cannot digest so we lose fluid via osmotic diarrhea. -Inulin (gold standard for GFR)
 -Mannitol (used clinically)
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | -PCT diuretic -Causes hypokalemia due to increased Na reabsorption and K secretion in CCT principal cells
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | -Loop diuretic, most effective -Causes hypokalemia due to increased K secretion in CCT principal cells
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | -DCT diuretics, most prescribed for HTN -Causes hypokalemia due to increased K secretion in CCT principal cells
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        | Term 
 | Definition 
 
        | -CCT diuretic (K sparing) -Aldosterone antagonist
 -Causes HYPERkalemia.  Decreased Na reasorption, decreased K secretion...with no CCT after it to make up for the lost Na.
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 | Definition 
 
        | -Decrease conversion of angiotension to AII, increase bradykinin Side Effects..
 -Hypotension
 -Angioedema
 -Hyperkalemia (decreased aldosterone)
 -Dry cough (increased bradykinin)
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 | Definition 
 
        | -Rohypnol! DATE RAPE DRUG. -Opens Cl channels
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