Bethanechol (generic) Flashcards

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Description

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Non-selective muscarinic receptor agonist

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Actions

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Used to increase detrusor muscle tone and GI motility post operatively

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Indications

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Urinary retention, neurogenic bladder, GERD

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Toxicity

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Reflex tachycardia (due to vasodilation), bronchoconstriction, increased secretory activity (sweat, GI/ respiratory secretions)

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Other Facts

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Oral Dosing

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