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Pharm/Med Surg

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Agents that block nerve impulses in the receptors of the sympathetic nervous system Antimigraine
What is the action of antimigraine medications Constricts cranial vessels and blocks neuropeptides that cause inflammation
What are antimigraine meds used for Prevention and treatment of vascular headaches
Adverse reactions Tachycardia, confusion, dizzines, drowsiness, fixed miosis,paresthesia, nausea and vomiting
Drug Interactions Other vasoconstrictors,
What is the med people should not take while using antimigraines Birth control
If migraine agents are used at the onset of an attack The ability of the drugs to relieve migraine pain and symptoms is increased
Female patients shouldn't use antimigraine meds if? Pregnant
Ergotamine Derivates DHE 45, Ergomar
Serotonin(5-HT) Receptor Agonists Axert, Amerge, Imitrex
Action of Anticonvulsants Control seizures through depression or slowing of abnormal electrical discharges in the CNS
Four major anticonvulsant drug groups Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Hydantoins, Succinimides
Long Duration action Barbiturates
The primary category of perscription anticonvulsants and are used for their sedative effect on the brain barbiturates
Barbiturates are used to Control and prevent Grand Mal seizures and sometimes status epilepticus. Also used to treat seizures caused tetanus, fever, or drugs
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