NURS 615- ADVANCED PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS Maryville University Exam 4 Latest Update A+ Review

NURS 615: ADVANCED PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS Maryville University Exam 4 Latest Update A+ Review What is Tiotropium (SPIRIVA) used to treat? - Correct Answer-Used in the management/ maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. What is the drug classification of Tiotropium? - Correct Answer-It is a long-acting, 24H anticholinergicbronchodilator. It is a muscurinic receptor antagonist, often referred to as an antimuscurinic or anticholinergic agent. What is the mechanism of action of Tiotropium (SPIRIVA) - Correct Answer-It does not display selectivity for specific muscarinic receptors, when topically applied it acts mainly on M3 muscarinic receptors[8] located on smooth muscle cells and submucosal glands. This leads to a reduction in smooth muscle contraction and mucus secretion and thus produces a bronchodilatory effect. What are the adverse effects with montelukast (Singular) -