Parasympathomimetics Flashcards
1
Q
Which class of drugs mimic the parasympathetic system?
A
Cholinergic agonists or parasympathomimetics
2
Q
Which neurotransmitter is located at the parasympathetic nerve endings?
A
Acetylcholine (ACh)
3
Q
What are the two types of cholinergic receptors?
A
Muscarinic receptors and nicotinic receptors
4
Q
What do muscarinic receptors do?
A
Stimulate smooth muscle and slow heart rate
5
Q
What do nicotinic receptors do?
A
Affect skeletal muscles
