Miscellaneous Agonistic Drugs

Question 1

what potent CNS stimulating agent can affect peripheral alpha and beta receptors

Answer 1

amphetamine

Question 2

how does amphetamine “work”

Answer 2

releasing of catecholamines from the storage vesicles

Question 3

what is the effect of amphetamine

Answer 3

euphoric feeling

Question 4

what is the therapeutic use of amphetamine

Answer 4

stimulant in mood and alertness
-ADHD & behavioral issues

Question 5

what are some adverse effects of amphetamine

Answer 5

insomina/ tremors/ agitation
chronic use dependence
cardiovascular effects = cardiac arrhythmias
GI signs

Question 6

what are the pharmacological actions of ephedrine

Answer 6

increased blood pressure
bronchodilation
urinary bladder sphincter contraction
CNS stimulation

Question 7

what can ephedrine be used for

Answer 7

bronchodilator
treat hypotension
nasal decongestant
urinary incontinence
myasthenia gravis

Question 8

in what species can ephedrine be used to treat urinary incontinence

Answer 8

dogs
CATS

Question 9

what agonistic drugs can be used to treat urinary incontinence in dogs

Answer 9

ephedrine
phenypropanolamine (PRION)

Question 10

how should ephedrine be administered to be used as a bronchodilator

Answer 10

oral (tablet form)

Question 11

what are some adverse effects of ephedrine

Answer 11

hypertension
cardiac arrhythmias
insomnia
tachphylaxis