Pharma Tips 271

1371. Intranasal corticosteroids (INCS) are the preferred treatment for allergic rhinitis.
1372. Aspirin toxicity may include pulmonary oedema, respiratory alkalosis, systemic acidosis, tremor, confusion, and coma; give charcoal and IV fluids plus bicarbonate. 
1373. TCA toxicity may include tachycardia, blurred vision, constipation, urinary retention; give charcoal, bicarbonate to protect the heart. 
1374. First-generation antihistamines to be stopped 2-4 days before skin testing for allergy.
1375. Cetrizine causes somnolence, vomiting, and pharyngitis; it is a metabolite of hydroxyzine.

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