Edrophonium (Tensilon Test) Flashcards

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Description

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Reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor-indirect cholinergic agonist

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Actions

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Blocks action of acetylcholinesterase

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Indications

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Used to diagnose myasthenia gravis (small group session I)

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Toxicity

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Cholinergic reaction (DUMBBELS)

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Other Facts

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Very short half-life 10-30 minutes duration, IV, highly charged does not cross the BBB

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