Which of the Following Statements About Histamines and Antihistamines Is

question 130

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about histamines and antihistamines is NOT true?

• A) A chief side effect of antihistamines is sedation.
• B) Stimulation of the H₁ histamine receptors plays a major role in the development of anaphylaxis.
• C) Although asthma attacks can be caused by allergens, antihistamines should not be administered as a treatment.
• D) There are antagonists for both H₁ and H₂ histamine receptor sites.

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