Nicotinic Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
NT released by pre-ganglionic autonomic neurons.
A
Ach
2
Q
Ganglionic blockers and phrase to remember them.
A
Trimethaphan & Mecamylamine
“My camyls Tri meth and ganglionic blockers”
3
Q
Use of ganglionic blockers
A
Lower BP
4
Q
Two types of neuromuscular blockers
A
1) dTC
2) Succinylcholine
5
Q
Competitive antagonist of Ach at the nAchR in the NMJ.
A
dTC
6
Q
Blocks depolarization at the NMJ
A
Succinylcholine
7
Q
Adverse effect of dTC
A
Causes Histamine release
8
Q
Adverse effects of Succinylcholine
A
1) Intense muscle contractions
2) Hyperkalemia
3) Caution in people with glaucoma bc it can increase intraocular pressure
