Cholinergic Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
What is the category of Acetylcholine?
A
Cholinergic Agonist, Miotics
2
Q
What is the available dose of Ach?
A
Powder for Injection: 20 mg
intraocular instillation: 0.5-2 mL of 1% solution
3
Q
What is the ADR of Ach?
A
- Corneal edema
- Breathing difficulty
- Hypotension
- Bradycardia
- Flushing
4
Q
What is the MOA of Ach?
A
causes contraction of sphincter muscles of the iris, which results in miosis and contraction of ciliary muscle and leads to accommodation spasm
5
Q
What is the Pharmacological action of Ach?
A
Heart: hyperpolarization, Decreased HR.