Sympathomimetics: Indirect Flashcards
1
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Amphetamine
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Indirect general agonist, reuptake inhibitor, releases stored catecholamines
Uses: narcolepsy, obesity, ADD
2
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Ephedrine
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Indirect general agonist, releases stored catetcholamines
Uses: nasal decongestion, urinary incontinence, hypoTN
3
Q
Cocaine
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Indirect general agonist, reuptake inhibitor
Uses: vasoconstriction and local anesthesia
*Never give beta-blockers if cocaine intoxication is suspected