Hyoscyamine Flashcards
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Quale es le generic de hyochyamine?

  • Hyoscyamine (correct)
  • Levsin
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Antispasmodics
  • Quale es le nomine commercial de hyochyamine?

    Levsin

    In quale class de medicinas se trova hyochyamine?

    Antispasmodics

    Pro quale conditione se usa hyochyamine?

    <p>Irritable bowel syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Hyoscyamine Overview

    • Generic Name: Hyoscyamine
    • Trade Name: Levsin
    • Drug Class: Antispasmodics, which help relieve muscle spasms in the gastrointestinal tract.

    Medical Uses

    • Commonly prescribed for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a condition affecting the large intestine causing symptoms like cramping, abdominal pain, and changes in bowel habits.

    Mechanism of Action

    • Acts by inhibiting the activity of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in the contraction of smooth muscles, thus reducing spasms and discomfort associated with digestive issues.

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    Este quiz presenta flashcards sobre hyoscyamine, inclusente su definiciones generic e commercial. Ideal pro studentes que vole apprender plus super le class de medicamento e su usos, specialmente in relazione al syndrome de intestino irritabile.

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