Ganglion Blockers Flashcards
1
Q
What are the ganglion blockers
A
Mecamylamine
Trimethaphan
Hexamethonium
2
Q
What do they antagonize
A
Nicotinic receptors in PS and S ganglia
3
Q
Effect of ganglion blockers on arterioles and veins
A
Dilation
Hypotention
Alpha 1
4
Q
PS effect of ganglion blockers
A
Tachycardia - Heart
Mydriasis - Iris
Cycloplegia - Ciliary Muscles
5
Q
Effect of ganglion blockers on sweat glands
A
Anhydrosis
6
Q
Historical use for ganglion blockers
A
HTN