1
Q
What does Xanthines do
A
–stimulate the ventilatory drive
–strengthens the diaphragm
–diureses and smooth muscle relaxation
–wake tup drug
2
Q
Use of Xanthines: theophylline
A
Mangement of:
–Asthma
–COPD
–Apnea of prematurity in neonates
3
Q
Xanthines
A
–Method of Admin: oral or IV
–Onset: slow
–Peak: Narrow
–Duration: Long
–Side effects: dizziness, headache, restlessness, anxiety, insomnia
–Therapeutic Range: 5-15 mcg/ml
4
Q
Drugs of Xanthines
A
–Theophylline
–Aminophylline
–Caffeine
5
Q
A
5
Q
Xanithines: Caffeine
A
–Treat: Apnea of Prematurity (AOP)
–Caffeine citrate better choice
–Method of admin: IV does is 20mg/kg
Daily maintenance is 5 mg/kg
–Fewer side affects
6
Q
the xanthine of choice to treat AOP is
A
–caffeine citrate
7
Q
A
