10 Questions
Adrenergic agonists are often referred to as sympatholytics
False
Adrenergic agonists can activate receptors by promotion of norepinephrine release
True
Cocaine is an example of a drug that inhibits norepinephrine reuptake
True
Epinephrine is classified as a non-catecholamine adrenergic agonist
False
Adrenaline acts by activation of α₁, α₂, β₁, and β₂ receptors
True
Which mechanism of adrenergic receptor activation involves binding to the receptor to cause activation?
Direct receptor binding
Which drug is an example of an adrenergic agonist that acts through the promotion of norepinephrine (NE) release?
Ephedrine
Which chemical classification of adrenergic agonists is known for its oral usability, duration of action, and ability to act in the CNS?
Non-catecholamines
Which adrenergic agonist can be considered the prototype of the sympathomimetic drugs and acts by activation of α₁, α₂, β₁, and β₂ receptors?
Epinephrine
Which drug is an example of an adrenergic agonist that inhibits NE reuptake?
Cocaine
Test your knowledge about the mechanisms and clinical applications of adrenergic agonists, also known as sympathomimetics. Learn about how these drugs activate adrenergic receptors and their wide spectrum of clinical uses.
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