Neurological Rx Flashcards
Atropine
SNS anticholinergic (antimuscarinic); antiarrhythmic
Indications: bradycardia; organophosphorus poisoning in chemical warfare
Tolterodine
SNS anticholinergic (antimuscarinic); antispasmodic
Indications: overactive bladder
Benztropine
SNS anticholinergic
Botulism toxin
SNS anticholinergic
Oxybutynin
SNS anticholinergic
Scopolamine
SNS anticholinergic
Solifenacin
SNS anticholinergic
Dextroamphetamine
(Dextrine) Sympathomimetic; CNS stimulant; amphetamine
Indications: Narcolepsy, ADHD
Methylphenidate
(Ritalin) sympathomimetic; piperidine derivative
Indications: Narcolepsy, ADHD
Atomoxetine
sympathomimetic
Oxymetazoline
(Afrin, Vicks Sinex 12 hr) sympathomimetic, decongestant, imidazoline
Indications: nasal congestion
Pseudoepinephrine
(12 hr cold max strength) sympathomimetic; decongestant; alpha adrenergic agonist
Phenylephrine (nasal spray)
sympathomimetic (alpha adrenergic agonist) degongestant
Phemtermine
(Adipex P) sympathomimetic
Bethanechol
parasympathomimetic
Pilocarpine
parasympathomimetic
Nicotine patch
smoking cessation
Varencicline
smoking cessation
Donepexil
acetylcholinesterase inhibitors; Alzheimer’s
Rivastigmine
acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, Alzheimer’s
Memantine
acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, Alzheimer’s
Zolpidem
insomnia
Melatonin
insomnia
Phenytoin
seizures
Valproate
seizures
Carbamazepine
seizures