 Sympathomimetic or adrenergic in sympathetic
nervous system—neurotransmitters are
____________
 Parasympathomimetic or cholinergic are used
to describe parasympathetic system—
neurotransmitter is _____________
Fight or flight response results in:
1. Increased BP
2. Increased blood flow to brain, heart and
skeletal muscles
3. Increased muscle glycogen for energy
4. Increased rate of coagulation
5. Pupil dilation
 Alpha—A1 and A2
 Beta—B1, B2, B3
 Dopamine—subsets D1-5
 Alpha 1—smooth muscle contraction
 Alpha 2-negative feedback causes less
norepinephrine to be released so BP is reduced
 Beta 1—increased heart rate
 Beta 2—bronchodilation
 Beta 3—actual site for lipolysis
 Direct adrenergic drug action
 Affects postsynaptic alpha 1 and beta
receptors on target effector organs
 Examples: epinephrine, Isuprel,
norepinephrine, phenylephrine
 2. Indirect adrenergic drug action occurs by
stimulation of postsynaptic alpha 1, beta 1 and
beta 2 receptors.Cause release of
norepinephrine into the synapse of nerve
endings or prevent reuptake of norepinephrine.
 Examples include cocaine and TCAs
 3. mixed action. Combination of direct and
indirect receptor stimulation
 Examples are ephedrine and pseudoephedrine
 Stimulation of alpha 2 receptors in CNS is
useful in decreasing BP
 Most body tissues have both alpha and beta
receptors
 Effect occurs 2ndary to receptor activated and
number of receptors in the particular body
tissue
 Some drugs act on both receptors--dopamine
 Some are selective--Isuprel
 Emergency drugs in treatment of acute
cardiovascular, respiratory and allergic
disorders
 In children, epinephrine may be used to treat
bronchospasm due to asthma or allergic
reactions
 Phenylephrine may be used to treat sinus
congestion
 Stokes Adams
 Shock
 Inhibition of uterine contractions
 For vasoconstrictive and hemostatic purposes
 Cardiac dysrhythmias, angina pectoris
 Hypertension
 Hyperthyroidism
 Cerebrovascular disease
 Distal areas with a single blood supply such as
fingers, toes, nose and ears
 Renal impairment use caution
 Epinephrine—prototype
 Effects include: increased BP, increased heart
rate, relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle,
vasoconstriction in peripheral blood vessels
 Increased glucose, lactate, and fatty acids in
the blood due to metabolic effects
 Increased leukocyte and increased coagulation
 Inhibition of insulin secretion
 Affects both alpha and beta receptors
 Usual doses, beta adenergic effects on heart
and vascular smooth muscle will predominate,
high doses, alpha adrenergic effects will
predominate
 Drug of choice for bronchospasm and laryngeal
edema of anaphylaxis
 Excellent for cardiac stimulant and
vasoconstrictive effects in cardiac arrest
 Added to local anesthetic
 May be given IV, inhalation, topically
 Not PO
 Physiologic antagonist to histamine
 Those on beta blockers may need larger doses
 Drug of choice in PEA. Vasopressin has now
become drug of choice in ventricular
tachycardia
 Single dose of Vasopressin, 40 units IV
 Ephedrine is a mixed acting adrenergic drug.
Stimulates alpha and beta receptors. Longer
lasting than epinephrine.
 See in Primatene mist
 Used for bronchodilating and nasal
decongestant effects
 Synthetic catecholamine that acts on beta 1
and 2 receptors
 Stimulates heart, dilates blood vessels in
skeletal muscle and causes bronchodilation
 No alpha stimulation
 Used in heart blocks (when pacemaker not
available) and as a bronchodilator
 Pure alpha
 Decreases CO and renal perfusion
 No B1 or B2 effects
 Longer lasting than epinephrine
 Can cause a reflex bradycardia
 Useful as a mydriatic
 Affects renal perfusion
 Can induce cardiac dysrhythmias
 Increases myocardial oxygen consumption
 May decrease perfusion of liver
 Tissue necrosis with extravasation
 Do not give epinephrine and Isuprel at same
time or within 4 hours of each other. Could
result in serious dysrhythmias.
 Sympatholytic
 Block or decrease the effects of sympathetic
nerve stimulation, endogenous catecholamines
and adrenergic drugs
 Can occur by blocking alpha 1 receptors
postsynaptically
 Or by stimulation presynaptic alpha 2
receptors. Results in return of norepineprhine
to presynaptic site. Activates alpha 2 resulting
in negative feedback. Decreases release of
additional norepinephrine.
 Alpha 2 agonists inhibit release of
norepinephrine in brain; thus, decrease effects
on entire body
 Results in decrease of BP
 Also affects pancreatic islet cells, thus some
suppression of insulin secretion
 Act on skin, mucosa, intestines, lungs and
kidneys to prevent vasoconstriction
 Effects: dilation of arterioles and veins,
decreased blood pressure, pupillary
constriction, and increased motility of GI tract
 May activate reflexes that oppose fall in BP
such as fluid retention and increased heart
rate
 Can prevent alpha medicated contraction of
smooth muscle in nonvascular tissues
 Thus, useful in treating BPH as inhibit
contraction of muscles in prostate and bladder
 Minipress (prazosin)—prototype.
 Hytrin (terazosin) and Cardura (doxazosin)—
both are longer acting than Minipress.
 Flomax (tamsulosin). Used in BPH. Produces
smooth muscle relaxation of prostate gland
and bladder neck. Minimal orthostatic
hypotension.
 Priscoline (tolaxoline) used for vasospastic
disorders. Pulmonary hypertension in
newborns. Can be given sub Q, IM or IV.
 Catapres (clonidine). PO or patch.
 Tenex (guanfacine)
 Aldomet (methyldopa). Can give IV. Caution in
renal and hepatic impairment.
 Prevent receptors from responding to
sympathetic nerve impulses, catecholamines
and beta adrenergic drugs.
 Decreased heart rate
 Decreased force of contraction
 Decreased CO
 Slow cardiac conduction
 Decreased automaticity of ectopic pacemakers
 Decreased renin secretion from kidneys
 Decreased BP
 Bronchoconstriction
 Less effective metabolism of glucose. May
result in more pronounced hypoglycemia and
early s/s of hypoglycemia may be blocker
(tachycardia)
 Decreased production of aqueous humor in eye
 May increase VLDL and decrease HDL
 Diminished portal pressure in clients with
cirrhosis
 Alpha 1 blocking agents are used for tx of
hypertension, BPH, in vasospastic disorders,
and in persistent pulmonary hypertension in
the newborn
 May be useful in treating pheochromocytoma
 May be used in Raynaud’s or frostbite to
enhance blood flow
 Used for extravasation of potent
vasoconstrictors (dopamine, norepinephrine)
into subcutaneous tissues
 Alpha 2 agonists are used for hypertension—
Catapres
 Epidural route for severe pain in cancer
 Investigationally for anger management,
alcohol withdrawal, postmenopausal hot
flashes, ADHD, in opioid withdrawal and as
adjunct in anesthesia
 Mainly for cardiovascular disorders (angina,
dysrhythmias, hypertension, MI and glaucoma)
 In angina, beta blockers decrease myocardial
oxygen consumption by decreasing rate, BP
and contractility. Slow conduction both in SA
node and AV node.
 Possibly work by inhibition of renin, decreasing
cardiac output and by decreasing sympathetic
stimulation
 May worsen condition of heart failure as are
negative inotropes
 May reduce risk of “sudden death”
 Decrease remodeling seen in heart failure
 In glaucoma, reduce intraocular pressur by
binding to beta-adrenergic receptors in ciliary
body, thus decrease formation of aqueous
humor
 Inderal (propranolol) is prototype
 Useful in treatment of hypertension,
dysrhythmias, angina pectoris, MI
 Useful in pheochromocytoma in conjunction
with alpha blockers (counter catecholamine
release)
 migraines
 In cirrhosis, Inderal may decrease the
incidence of bleeding esophageal varices
 Used to be contraindicated in heart failure, now
are standard
 Known to reduce sudden death
 Often given with ACEIs
 Indications include: htn, angina, prevention of
MI
 Acetutolol, atenolol, betaxolol, esmolol, and
metoprolol are relatively cardioselective
 These agents lose cardioselection at higher
doses as most organs have both beta 1 and
beta 2 receptors
 Byetta is new agent that is cardioselective
 Carteolol, levobunolol, metipranolol, nadolol,
propranolol, sotalol and timolol are all non-
selective
 Can cause bronchoconstriction, peripheral
vasoconstriction and interference with
glycogenolysis
 Labetalol and carvedilol (Coreg) block alpha 1
receptors to cause vasodilation and beta 1 and
beta 2 receptors which affect heart and lungs
 Both alpha and beta properties contribute to
antihypertensive effects
 May cause less bradycardia but more postural
hypotension
 Less reflex tachycardia
 Have chemical structure similar to that of
catecholamines
 Block some beta receptors and stimulate
others
 Cause less bradycardia
 Agents include: Sectral (acebutolol), Cartrol
(carteolol), Levatol (penbutolol) and Visken
(pindolol)
 In tx for BPH, patient should be evaluated for
prostate cancer
 With alpha 2 agonists, sudden cessation can
cause rebound BP elevation
 With alpha 1 blockers, first dose syncope may
occurr from hypotension. Give low starting dose
and at hs. May also cause reflex tachycardia
and fluid retention.
 With significant bradycardia, may need med
with ISA such as pindolol and penbutolol
 Patient with asthma, cardioselectivity is
preferred
 For MI, start as soon as patient is
hemodynamically stable
 Should be discontinued gradually. Long term
blockade results in increase receptor sensitivity
to epinephrine and norepinephrine. Can result
in severe hypertension. Taper 1-2 weeks.
 Monotherapy in African Americans is less
effective than in Caucasians.
 Trandate (labetalol) with both alpha and beta
effects has been shown to be more effective in
this population than Inderal, Toprol or timolol.

adrenergicandanti-adrenergicdrugsmoa.pptx

  • 4.
     Sympathomimetic oradrenergic in sympathetic nervous system—neurotransmitters are ____________  Parasympathomimetic or cholinergic are used to describe parasympathetic system— neurotransmitter is _____________
  • 5.
    Fight or flightresponse results in: 1. Increased BP 2. Increased blood flow to brain, heart and skeletal muscles 3. Increased muscle glycogen for energy 4. Increased rate of coagulation 5. Pupil dilation
  • 6.
     Alpha—A1 andA2  Beta—B1, B2, B3  Dopamine—subsets D1-5
  • 7.
     Alpha 1—smoothmuscle contraction  Alpha 2-negative feedback causes less norepinephrine to be released so BP is reduced  Beta 1—increased heart rate  Beta 2—bronchodilation  Beta 3—actual site for lipolysis
  • 8.
     Direct adrenergicdrug action  Affects postsynaptic alpha 1 and beta receptors on target effector organs  Examples: epinephrine, Isuprel, norepinephrine, phenylephrine
  • 9.
     2. Indirectadrenergic drug action occurs by stimulation of postsynaptic alpha 1, beta 1 and beta 2 receptors.Cause release of norepinephrine into the synapse of nerve endings or prevent reuptake of norepinephrine.  Examples include cocaine and TCAs
  • 10.
     3. mixedaction. Combination of direct and indirect receptor stimulation  Examples are ephedrine and pseudoephedrine
  • 11.
     Stimulation ofalpha 2 receptors in CNS is useful in decreasing BP  Most body tissues have both alpha and beta receptors  Effect occurs 2ndary to receptor activated and number of receptors in the particular body tissue
  • 12.
     Some drugsact on both receptors--dopamine  Some are selective--Isuprel
  • 13.
     Emergency drugsin treatment of acute cardiovascular, respiratory and allergic disorders  In children, epinephrine may be used to treat bronchospasm due to asthma or allergic reactions  Phenylephrine may be used to treat sinus congestion
  • 14.
     Stokes Adams Shock  Inhibition of uterine contractions  For vasoconstrictive and hemostatic purposes
  • 15.
     Cardiac dysrhythmias,angina pectoris  Hypertension  Hyperthyroidism  Cerebrovascular disease  Distal areas with a single blood supply such as fingers, toes, nose and ears  Renal impairment use caution
  • 16.
     Epinephrine—prototype  Effectsinclude: increased BP, increased heart rate, relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle, vasoconstriction in peripheral blood vessels
  • 17.
     Increased glucose,lactate, and fatty acids in the blood due to metabolic effects  Increased leukocyte and increased coagulation  Inhibition of insulin secretion
  • 18.
     Affects bothalpha and beta receptors  Usual doses, beta adenergic effects on heart and vascular smooth muscle will predominate, high doses, alpha adrenergic effects will predominate  Drug of choice for bronchospasm and laryngeal edema of anaphylaxis
  • 19.
     Excellent forcardiac stimulant and vasoconstrictive effects in cardiac arrest  Added to local anesthetic  May be given IV, inhalation, topically  Not PO
  • 20.
     Physiologic antagonistto histamine  Those on beta blockers may need larger doses  Drug of choice in PEA. Vasopressin has now become drug of choice in ventricular tachycardia  Single dose of Vasopressin, 40 units IV
  • 21.
     Ephedrine isa mixed acting adrenergic drug. Stimulates alpha and beta receptors. Longer lasting than epinephrine.  See in Primatene mist
  • 22.
     Used forbronchodilating and nasal decongestant effects
  • 23.
     Synthetic catecholaminethat acts on beta 1 and 2 receptors  Stimulates heart, dilates blood vessels in skeletal muscle and causes bronchodilation  No alpha stimulation  Used in heart blocks (when pacemaker not available) and as a bronchodilator
  • 24.
     Pure alpha Decreases CO and renal perfusion  No B1 or B2 effects  Longer lasting than epinephrine  Can cause a reflex bradycardia  Useful as a mydriatic
  • 25.
     Affects renalperfusion  Can induce cardiac dysrhythmias  Increases myocardial oxygen consumption  May decrease perfusion of liver  Tissue necrosis with extravasation
  • 26.
     Do notgive epinephrine and Isuprel at same time or within 4 hours of each other. Could result in serious dysrhythmias.
  • 27.
     Sympatholytic  Blockor decrease the effects of sympathetic nerve stimulation, endogenous catecholamines and adrenergic drugs
  • 28.
     Can occurby blocking alpha 1 receptors postsynaptically  Or by stimulation presynaptic alpha 2 receptors. Results in return of norepineprhine to presynaptic site. Activates alpha 2 resulting in negative feedback. Decreases release of additional norepinephrine.
  • 29.
     Alpha 2agonists inhibit release of norepinephrine in brain; thus, decrease effects on entire body  Results in decrease of BP  Also affects pancreatic islet cells, thus some suppression of insulin secretion
  • 30.
     Act onskin, mucosa, intestines, lungs and kidneys to prevent vasoconstriction  Effects: dilation of arterioles and veins, decreased blood pressure, pupillary constriction, and increased motility of GI tract
  • 31.
     May activatereflexes that oppose fall in BP such as fluid retention and increased heart rate  Can prevent alpha medicated contraction of smooth muscle in nonvascular tissues  Thus, useful in treating BPH as inhibit contraction of muscles in prostate and bladder
  • 32.
     Minipress (prazosin)—prototype. Hytrin (terazosin) and Cardura (doxazosin)— both are longer acting than Minipress.
  • 33.
     Flomax (tamsulosin).Used in BPH. Produces smooth muscle relaxation of prostate gland and bladder neck. Minimal orthostatic hypotension.  Priscoline (tolaxoline) used for vasospastic disorders. Pulmonary hypertension in newborns. Can be given sub Q, IM or IV.
  • 34.
     Catapres (clonidine).PO or patch.  Tenex (guanfacine)  Aldomet (methyldopa). Can give IV. Caution in renal and hepatic impairment.
  • 35.
     Prevent receptorsfrom responding to sympathetic nerve impulses, catecholamines and beta adrenergic drugs.
  • 36.
     Decreased heartrate  Decreased force of contraction  Decreased CO  Slow cardiac conduction  Decreased automaticity of ectopic pacemakers
  • 37.
     Decreased reninsecretion from kidneys  Decreased BP  Bronchoconstriction  Less effective metabolism of glucose. May result in more pronounced hypoglycemia and early s/s of hypoglycemia may be blocker (tachycardia)
  • 38.
     Decreased productionof aqueous humor in eye  May increase VLDL and decrease HDL  Diminished portal pressure in clients with cirrhosis
  • 39.
     Alpha 1blocking agents are used for tx of hypertension, BPH, in vasospastic disorders, and in persistent pulmonary hypertension in the newborn  May be useful in treating pheochromocytoma  May be used in Raynaud’s or frostbite to enhance blood flow
  • 40.
     Used forextravasation of potent vasoconstrictors (dopamine, norepinephrine) into subcutaneous tissues
  • 41.
     Alpha 2agonists are used for hypertension— Catapres  Epidural route for severe pain in cancer  Investigationally for anger management, alcohol withdrawal, postmenopausal hot flashes, ADHD, in opioid withdrawal and as adjunct in anesthesia
  • 42.
     Mainly forcardiovascular disorders (angina, dysrhythmias, hypertension, MI and glaucoma)  In angina, beta blockers decrease myocardial oxygen consumption by decreasing rate, BP and contractility. Slow conduction both in SA node and AV node.
  • 43.
     Possibly workby inhibition of renin, decreasing cardiac output and by decreasing sympathetic stimulation  May worsen condition of heart failure as are negative inotropes  May reduce risk of “sudden death”
  • 44.
     Decrease remodelingseen in heart failure  In glaucoma, reduce intraocular pressur by binding to beta-adrenergic receptors in ciliary body, thus decrease formation of aqueous humor
  • 45.
     Inderal (propranolol)is prototype  Useful in treatment of hypertension, dysrhythmias, angina pectoris, MI  Useful in pheochromocytoma in conjunction with alpha blockers (counter catecholamine release)  migraines
  • 46.
     In cirrhosis,Inderal may decrease the incidence of bleeding esophageal varices  Used to be contraindicated in heart failure, now are standard  Known to reduce sudden death  Often given with ACEIs  Indications include: htn, angina, prevention of MI
  • 47.
     Acetutolol, atenolol,betaxolol, esmolol, and metoprolol are relatively cardioselective  These agents lose cardioselection at higher doses as most organs have both beta 1 and beta 2 receptors  Byetta is new agent that is cardioselective
  • 48.
     Carteolol, levobunolol,metipranolol, nadolol, propranolol, sotalol and timolol are all non- selective  Can cause bronchoconstriction, peripheral vasoconstriction and interference with glycogenolysis
  • 49.
     Labetalol andcarvedilol (Coreg) block alpha 1 receptors to cause vasodilation and beta 1 and beta 2 receptors which affect heart and lungs  Both alpha and beta properties contribute to antihypertensive effects  May cause less bradycardia but more postural hypotension  Less reflex tachycardia
  • 50.
     Have chemicalstructure similar to that of catecholamines  Block some beta receptors and stimulate others  Cause less bradycardia  Agents include: Sectral (acebutolol), Cartrol (carteolol), Levatol (penbutolol) and Visken (pindolol)
  • 51.
     In txfor BPH, patient should be evaluated for prostate cancer  With alpha 2 agonists, sudden cessation can cause rebound BP elevation  With alpha 1 blockers, first dose syncope may occurr from hypotension. Give low starting dose and at hs. May also cause reflex tachycardia and fluid retention.
  • 52.
     With significantbradycardia, may need med with ISA such as pindolol and penbutolol  Patient with asthma, cardioselectivity is preferred  For MI, start as soon as patient is hemodynamically stable
  • 53.
     Should bediscontinued gradually. Long term blockade results in increase receptor sensitivity to epinephrine and norepinephrine. Can result in severe hypertension. Taper 1-2 weeks.
  • 54.
     Monotherapy inAfrican Americans is less effective than in Caucasians.  Trandate (labetalol) with both alpha and beta effects has been shown to be more effective in this population than Inderal, Toprol or timolol.

Editor's Notes

  • #5 2. Decreased flow to viscera Also increased rate and depth of respiration, increased blood sugar, increased mental acuity, increased muscle strength
  • #6 Alpha 1 receptors are in blood vessels, kidney, liver, pregnant uterus, male sexual organs, intestinal smooth muscle. Causes vasoconstriction, decreased renin secretion , uterine contraction Alpha 2—Inhibits release of norepinephrine. affects vascular smooth muscle, inhibits insulin secretion, platelet aggregation B1—affects heart and kidneys B2—affects lundgs, liver, blood vessel vasodilation, decreased motility and tone Dopamine—blood vessels of kidneys, heart, viscera; brain
  • #13 Phenylephrine can cause rebound congestion
  • #14 Shock after volume has been restored
  • #16 Vasoconstriction shunts blood to heart and brain
  • #51 May need diuretics