Autonomic Pharmacology Flashcards
1
Q
Botulinum toxin mechanism of action
A
Alters synaptobrevins to prevent release of Ach from the presynaptic membrane
2
Q
Treatment for Amanita mushroom (muscarinic) toxicity
A
Atropine (anticholinergic)
3
Q
Treatment for Alzheimer’s Dementia
A
Donepezil + Memantine
4
Q
Blocks the transfer of DOPA into storage vesicles
A
Reserpine
5
Q
Treatment for rebound hypertension caused by administration of alpha adrenergic agonists
A
Phentolamine
6
Q
Beta-1 blocker used in SVT
A
Esmolol
7
Q
Timolol MOA in glaucoma
A
Non-selective B blocker - Decrease production of aqueous humor from ciliary epithelium
8
Q
Pilocarpine MOA in glaucoma
A
Cholinomimetic - Increased outflow by ciliary muscle contraction
9
Q
Alpha agonist with increased risk of gastroschisis when taken on the first trimester
A
Pseudoephedrine
