1.Objectives
The relationship between histamine and allergy. The pharmacological
effects and clinical uses of antihistamine drugs(H1 and
H2 antagonists).
2.Teaching content
(1)Histamine: source, relationship with allergy, clinical
uses.
(2)Antihistamine drugs:
H1 receptor antagonist (diphenhydramine, promethazine,
chlorphenamine, buclizine): H1 receptor blockade, clinical
uses, main untoward effects.
H2 receptor antagonist (cimetidine): H2 receptor blockade,
clinical uses, main untoward effects.
Teaching hours: 1 (laboratory)
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