Pharmacology Flashcards

1
Q

What is the mechanism of baclofen?

A

acts on GABA B receptors in the spinal cord to decrease release of excitatory neurotransmitters

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What is a starting dose of baclofen in the pediatric population?

A

2.5mg BID

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3
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What is the drug of choice of spasticity of cerebral origin?

A

dantrolene

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4
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mechanism of action of clonidine and tizanidine?

A

alpha 2 agonist

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