Choline Transport and Cevimeline Uses
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Choline Transport and Cevimeline Uses

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What is a potential cardiovascular side effect mentioned?

  • Bradycardia (correct)
  • Tachycardia
  • Hypertension
  • Arrhythmia
  • Which of the following is NOT a cardiovascular side effect related to the content?

  • Dizziness
  • Hypotension
  • Bradycardia
  • Palpitations (correct)
  • Which cardiovascular effect is associated with low blood pressure?

  • Vasoconstriction
  • Tachycardia
  • Bradycardia
  • Hypotension (correct)
  • What is a common consequence of bradycardia?

    <p>Decreased cardiac output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes hypotension?

    <p>Low blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of transport is used for choline to enter cholinergic neurons?

    <p>Active transport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why cannot choline diffuse freely through the membrane?

    <p>It carries a positive charge due to its quaternary nitrogen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of choline affects its transport into neurons?

    <p>Its quaternary nitrogen and positive charge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the active transport of choline require?

    <p>Energy from ATP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the mechanism responsible for choline transport into cholinergic neurons?

    <p>Energy-dependent carrier system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Choline Transport

    • Choline is actively transported into cholinergic neurons via energy-dependent carriers.
    • Due to its quaternary nitrogen and positive charge, choline cannot diffuse across cell membranes.

    Side Effects

    • Cardiovascular effects include bradycardia and hypotension, primarily via M2 receptors.
    • Tertiary amine alkaloids are non-polar and lipid-soluble, allowing passage through the blood-brain barrier (BBB) with potential CNS side effects.
    • Cevimeline (Evoxac®) is resistant to hydrolysis by cholinesterase enzymes.

    Cevimeline (Evoxac®) Uses

    • Administered orally to treat dry eyes and dry mouth (xerostomia) associated with Sjögren's syndrome.

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    Description

    This quiz covers the mechanisms of choline transport into cholinergic neurons and the pharmacological effects of Cevimeline, including its applications for treating dry eyes and mouth in Sjögren's syndrome. It also addresses cardiovascular side effects and the properties of tertiary amine alkaloids. Test your knowledge on these important topics in neuropharmacology.

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