Chapter 22 Flashcards
What nervous system do cholinergic blocking drugs target
Parasympathetic
What neurotransmitter to cholinergic blocking drugs inhibit
Acetylcholine
What are other names for cholinergic blocking drugs
Anticholinergics
Antimuscarinic drugs
Parasympatholytics
How do cholinergic blocking drugs work in the body
Block ACh from binding at receptors
What do cholinergic blocking drugs do to the heart in small doses
Decrease HR
What do cholinergic blocking drugs do to the heart in large doses
Increase HR
What do cholinergic blocking drugs in small amount do to CNS
Decrease muscle rigidity and tremors
What do cholinergic blocking drugs do in large doses to the CNS
Drowsiness
Disorientation
Hallucination
What do cholinergic blocking drugs do to the eyes
Dilate pupils
What do cholinergic blocking drugs do to the GI
Slow or stop motility and secretions
What do cholinergic blocking drugs do to the GU
Cause urinary retention
What do cholinergic blocking drugs do to sweating
Stop it
What do cholinergic blocking drugs do to the respiratory system
Broncho dilation
Reduce secretions
When should cholinergic blocking drugs not be given
Glaucoma
Myasthenia gravis
Obstruction in GI or GU
Cholinergic blocking drugs interact with what 4 meds
Amantadine
Antihistamines
Phenothiazines
Digoxin