Medicinal Chemistry: Adrenergic Agents Quiz

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which term refers to substances that produce effects similar to stimulation of sympathetic nervous activity?

  • Adrenergic stimulants
  • Sympatholytics
  • Adrenergic-blocking agents
  • Sympathomimetics (correct)

What is another term for substances that decrease sympathetic activity?

  • Adrenergic stimulants
  • Sympatholytics (correct)
  • Sympathomimetics
  • Adrenergic-blocking agents

Which neurotransmitter is known as noradrenaline?

  • NE (correct)
  • E
  • DA
  • None of the above

What effect do adrenergic agonists have on blood pressure?

<p>Increase (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What compound is considered the parent compound from which sympathomimetic drugs are derived?

<p>Phenylethylamine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the sympathetic nervous system?

<p>Decrease in blood glucose levels (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the chemical classification of substances that produce effects similar to stimulation of sympathetic nervous activity?

<p>Sympathomimetics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is also known as noradrenaline?

<p>Norepinephrine (NE) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the parent compound from which sympathomimetic drugs are derived?

<p>Phenylethylamine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In general, substances that decrease sympathetic activity are referred to as:

<p>Sympatholytics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a term used for substances that decrease sympathetic activity?

<p>Sympatholytics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the chemical classification of substances that produce effects similar to stimulation of sympathetic nervous activity?

<p>Adrenergic agents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is known by the abbreviation NE?

<p>Norepinephrine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect do adrenergic agonists have on blood pressure?

<p>Increase blood pressure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which compound is considered the parent compound from which sympathomimetic drugs are derived?

<p>Phenylethylamine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Sympathomimetics

Substances that mimic the effects of the sympathetic nervous system.

Sympatholytics

Drugs that inhibit or block the activity of the sympathetic nervous system.

Norepinephrine (NE)

The neurotransmitter that is released by sympathetic nerve endings.

Adrenergic Agonists

Drugs that activate adrenergic receptors, mimicking the effects of norepinephrine.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Effect of Adrenergic Agonists on Blood Pressure

The increase in blood pressure is a common effect of adrenergic agonists.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Phenylethylamine

A simple organic compound that forms the basis for many sympathomimetic drugs.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Function NOT related to the Sympathetic Nervous System

The sympathetic nervous system is involved in "fight or flight" responses, NOT in decreasing blood glucose levels.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Adrenergic Agents

A chemical group that includes substances with similar effects to stimulating the sympathetic nervous system.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What does NE stand for?

The neurotransmitter known by the abbreviation 'NE'.

Signup and view all the flashcards

How Adrenergic Agonists Affect Blood Pressure

Adrenergic agonists, by mimicking the effects of norepinephrine, tend to increase blood pressure.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Parent Compound of Sympathomimetic Drugs

A simple organic compound that serves as the base structure for many drugs that mimic sympathetic nerve activity.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What are Sympathomimetics?

Substances that mimic the effects of the sympathetic nervous system.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What are Sympatholytics?

Drugs that block or inhibit the activity of the sympathetic nervous system.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is the Chemical Group Involving Sympathomimetics?

The chemical group that includes substances with effects similar to stimulating the sympathetic nervous system.

Signup and view all the flashcards

How do Adrenergic Agonists Affect Blood Pressure?

Adrenergic agonists, by mimicking the effects of norepinephrine, ultimately increase blood pressure.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Study Notes

Sympathomimetics

  • Substances producing effects similar to sympathetic nervous system stimulation are known as sympathomimetics
  • Sympatholytics are substances that decrease sympathetic activity.
  • Noradrenaline is the neurotransmitter also known as norepinephrine.
  • Adrenergic agonists increase blood pressure.
  • The parent compound for sympathomimetic drugs is phenylethylamine.

Sympathetic Nervous System Function

  • Digestion is not a function of the sympathetic nervous system.

Chemical Classification

  • The chemical classification for sympathomimetic drugs is amines.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team

More Like This

Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Open
Browser
Browser