Pharmacology Flashcards
Parasympathetic neurotransmitter
Acetylcholine
Sympathetic neurotransmitter
Noradrenaline
Full Agonists
Drugs that bind and fully activate the receptor
Partial Agonists
Drugs that bind to the receptor but not as effective as full agonist
Antagonists
Drugs that bind to the receptor but does not activate, these prevent neurotransmitters from activating.
Legal classifications: P
Pharmacy only
Legal classifications: POM
Prescription only medication
Legal classifications: GSL
General sale
Legal classifications: CD
Controlled drugs
What does MHRA stand for
Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
What can a DO prescribe?
Chloramphenicol for bacterial conjunctivitis only
Chloramphenicol features: (3 points)
- Anti-infective agent – stops bacteria multiplying
- Applied topically
- Not effective against other microorganisms
Chloramphenicol alternative
Fusidic acid - provided by Optoms only
How to reduce side effects
Compression at medial canthus for 2-3 minutes after installation
Action of Sphincter when constricted
Constricted pupil