The mechanism of action of "Terfenadine" (Seldane) is :-
A
Helps in the secretion of histamine
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B
Activates the histamine receptor
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C
Inhibits the secretion of histamine
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D
Inhibits the action of histamine receptor
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Solution
The correct option is D Inhibits the action of histamine receptor Seldane act as antihistamines and interfere with the natural action of histamine by competing with histamine for binding sites of receptor.