Nicotinic Antagonists Flashcards
1
Q
What is the mechanism of nicotinic antagonists?
A
- prevent endogenous ACh Binding and subsequent muscle cell depolarization.
- called “non-depolarizing blockade”
2
Q
Which nicotinic antagonist causes “flaccid paralysis”?
A
- Tubocurare
- think flaccid like a TUB-O-lard
3
Q
What drug are used in the treatment of aortic dissection to lower BP?
A
- Mecamylamine
- Trimethaphan
- Think Aortic dissection is the MECA of bad days
