Pharmacology One-Liners
A concise collection of one-liners covering major drug classes, mechanisms of action, key side‑effects, and exam pearls to help students quickly recall essential pharmacology facts.
Pharmacology One‑Liners – Rapid Revision
Purpose – Provide a concise, exam‑oriented cheat sheet for students across medical disciplines.
Key Points
- Beta‑blockers – Block β‑adrenergic receptors, reducing heart rate and blood pressure; contraindicated in asthma.
- ACE inhibitors – Inhibit angiotensin‑converting enzyme, lowering angiotensin II; common side‑effect is a dry cough.
- Statins – Inhibit HMG‑CoA reductase, lowering LDL cholesterol; monitor liver enzymes.
- Penicillins – Target bacterial cell wall synthesis; effective against gram‑positive cocci.
- NSAIDs – Inhibit COX‑1/2, reducing prostaglandin synthesis; risk of gastric ulceration.
Rapid Lines
Beta‑blockers block β‑receptors; ACE inhibitors lower angiotensin II; Statins inhibit HMG‑CoA reductase; Penicillins target cell wall; NSAIDs inhibit COX enzymes.
Exam Pearl
Remember: ‘BETA’ = Block β‑receptors, ‘ACE’ = Angiotensin‑Converting Enzyme, ‘STAT’ = Statin, ‘PEN’ = Penicillin, ‘NSAID’ = Non‑steroidal Anti‑Inflammatory Drug.
Quick Recap
Use the mnemonic BETA‑ACE‑STAT‑PEN‑NSAID to recall the core mechanism and key side‑effect for each drug class.
FAQ
- What is the common side effect of ACE inhibitors? A dry cough due to bradykinin accumulation.
- Which drug class is contraindicated in asthma? Beta‑blockers, because they block β‑adrenergic receptors and can precipitate bronchospasm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the common side effect of ACE inhibitors?
A dry cough due to bradykinin accumulation.
Which drug class is contraindicated in asthma?
Beta‑blockers, because they block β‑adrenergic receptors and can precipitate bronchospasm.
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Read once for understanding, then revise the key points again without looking.