Antihistamines

Q.

Cimetidine acts as an ________ drug.

1. antibiotic

2. antifertility

3. antihistamine

4. antipyretic

Q. Histamines stimulate secretion of pepsin and hydrochloric acid in the stomach and excess of it can lead to acidity. They are also responsible for nasal congestion associated with common cold and allergic response to pollen.A person having an allergic problem takes ‘Brompheniramine’ which is an antihistamine.
Which of the following is correct about level of secretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach of the person after consuming ‘Brompheniramine’?

1. It decreases
2. It increases
3. It remains unaffected
4. It may increase or decrease depending on quantity of dose.

Q.

which of the following is not an antihistamine

1. Chloropheniramine

2. Dimetapp

3. Seldane

4. Equanil

Q. Which drug prevents the interaction of histamine with the receptors present in the stomach wall?

1. Sulphonamides
2. Cimetidine
3. Tranquilizers
4. Antacids