Shefali Singh Rajput

Starting a Drug Of The Day(DOTD) series where we recall random drugs and their mechanism of action, use, etc because there is no other way for me to possibly learn pharma than recalling drugs daily😭Let me know how this sounds to you and if you'd like to join!

@PharmMaidoki 🙌

Spot on 😁

🧠 Quick MCQ Diazepam works by: A) Blocking dopamine B) Enhancing GABA action C) Blocking sodium channels D) Stimulating serotonin

📌 Diazepam in 5 lines Class → Benzodiazepine MOA → ↑ GABA-A activity Uses → Anxiety, seizures Effect → CNS depression Antidote → Flumazenil

🧵 #drugoftheday 18 A patient with: • Severe anxiety • Restlessness • Insomnia Needs rapid calming without loss of consciousness. One drug enhances the brain’s natural inhibitory system. Today’s drug: Diazepam 💊

🧠 Quick MCQ Cetirizine works by: A) Blocking β₂ receptors B) Blocking H₁ receptors C) Stimulating dopamine D) Blocking sodium channels Reply with the answer 👇

📌 Cetirizine in 5 lines Class → 2nd gen antihistamine MOA → H₁ receptor blockade Use → Allergy Advantage → Less sedation Side effect → Mild drowsiness

🧵 #drugoftheday 17 A patient presents with: • Sneezing • Runny nose • Itchy eyes Classic allergic reaction. One tablet provides relief without heavy sedation. Today’s drug: Cetirizine 💊