Muscle Spasms Flashcards
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Background information for Muscle Relaxants
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The nervous system mediates muscle contraction
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Pharmacology of Muscle Relaxants
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Depress central nervous system activity, slowing the nerve signals that medicate muscle contraction
3
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Indications of Muscle Relaxants
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- Muscle spasms
- Pulled muscle
- Back pain
4
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Side effects of Muscle Relaxants
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- Drowsiness
5
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Drug interactions of Muscle Relaxants
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- Increased drowsiness/sedation when combined with other drugs that suppress the central nervous system activity
