ANS Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Atropine
A
TC: anti-arrythmic/ bronchodilator
PC: anticholinergic (inhibits PNS)
Use:
- decreases secretions
- asthma/COPD
- bradycardia
2
Q
Bethanechol
A
TC: treat urinary retention
PC: cholinergic (stimulates PNS)
Use:
- help if patients have urinary retention
- post op
3
Q
Phenylephrine
A
TC: nasal decongestant, antihypotensive
PC: adrenergic drug (stimulates SNS)
USE:
Intranasal - constrict BV in nose
Topical - dilate pupils
Parenteral - reverse hypotension
Antidote: prentolamine
4
Q
Prazosin
A
TC: antihypertensive
PC: adrenergic blocking drug (blocks SNS)
MOA: Dec peripheral resistance
Side effects:
- orthostatic hypotension
- give at bedtime
- low first dose
