Neuromuscular Pharmacology Flashcards
Agent that reduces or eliminates seizure activity?
Anti-epilleptics
Side effects of Antiepilectics?
Ataxia
Behavior Changes
GI problems
HA/blurred vision
Agents that promote relaxation in spastic muscle?
Examples
Anti-spasticity
Baclofen
Valium(diazepam)
How do cholinergics work directly and indirectly?
Direct: Mimic AcH at receptor site
Indirect: Inhibit Acetylcholinesterase (destroy acH) causing more AcH at receptor site.
Side-effects of cholinergic agents?
Think. They Increase parasympathetic action.
GI distress
Impaired Vision
Bronchoconstriction
Bradycardia
What are dopamine replacement agents?
When is it best to see this patient?
Used for parkinsons 2/2 decrease in dopamine.
Best to see ptt 1 hour after leva-dopa is administered.
Side-effects of Dopamine replacement agents?
Arrhythmias GI distress Orthostatic hypotension Dyskinesia (uncontrolled movement) Mood changes
Side-effects of muscle relaxants?
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Vomit
Headache