1) Histamine is an organic nitrogenous compound involved in local immune responses and regulating physiological functions. It is synthesized from histidine by decarboxylation.
2) Histamine acts through four types of G protein-coupled receptors: H1, H2, H3, and H4. H1 receptor blockers are used to treat allergic disorders by blocking the effects of histamine.
3) There are two generations of H1 receptor blockers. First generation blockers include aminoalkylethers, ethylenediamines, propylamine derivatives, and phenothiazines. Second generation blockers have less sedative effects.