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What is the enzyme responsible for the synthesis of Ach in cholinergic neurons?
What is the enzyme responsible for the synthesis of Ach in cholinergic neurons?
- Acetylcholinesterase
- Acetyl CoA
- Sodium-dependent carrier protein
- Choline acetyltransferase (ChAT) (correct)
Which agents mimic the activities of NE and are also known as sympathomimetics?
Which agents mimic the activities of NE and are also known as sympathomimetics?
- Adrenomimetics (correct)
- Cholinomimetics
- Cholinoreceptor antagonists
- Sympatholytics
What is the fate of all Ach molecules after they have activated cholinoceptors?
What is the fate of all Ach molecules after they have activated cholinoceptors?
- They will be recycled back into cholinergic neurons
- They will bind to adrenoceptors
- They will be degraded by Acetyl cholinesterase (AchE) (correct)
- They will be inhibited by Hemicholiniums
What is the primary neurotransmitter released by adrenergic neurons?
What is the primary neurotransmitter released by adrenergic neurons?
What type of drugs antagonize the actions of Ach?
What type of drugs antagonize the actions of Ach?