Muscarinic Agonists and Cholinesterase Inhibitors
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Muscarinic Agonists and Cholinesterase Inhibitors

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Which of the following is a therapeutic use of cholinesterase inhibitors?

  • Treatment of Alzheimer's disease (correct)
  • Treatment of hypertension
  • Treatment of diabetes
  • Prevention of headaches

    • What condition is characterized by an autoimmune neuromuscular disorder leading to fluctuating motor weakness?

  • Parkinson's disease
  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Myasthenia gravis (correct)
  • Multiple sclerosis

    • Which of the following is NOT a likely effect of cholinergic overstimulation?

  • Bradycardia
  • Increased GI motility
  • Respiratory depression (correct)
  • Skeletal muscle paralysis

    • What might be a significant side effect of using cholinesterase inhibitors for ophthalmologic purposes?

    <p>Fixed small pupils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation should cholinesterase inhibitors be avoided?

    <p>Bowel obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is SLUDGE, in the context of cholinergic toxicity?

    <p>A syndrome involving salivation, lacrimation, and other symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended initial treatment for a cholinergic crisis?

    <p>Administer high doses of atropine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following can be used to reactivate the enzyme in cases of organophosphate poisoning?

    <p>Pralidoxime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about cholinesterase inhibitors is FALSE?

    <p>They always cause severe side effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following effects is typically caused by cholinesterase inhibitors?

    <p>Bronchoconstriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary clinical use of atropine?

    <p>Management of bradycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following symptoms is associated with anticholinergic syndrome?

    <p>Dry, hot skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the dosage form for scopolamine used to prevent motion sickness?

    <p>Transdermal patch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is administered via inhalation for asthma treatment?

    <p>Ipratropium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a treatment for anticholinergic syndrome?

    <p>Physostigmine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for using benzodiazepines in cases of anticholinergic syndrome?

    <p>To treat seizures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT a contraindication for the use of anticholinergic drugs?

    <p>Bacterial infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is specifically used to treat urinary incontinence?

    <p>Tolterodine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of neostigmine?

    <p>Treatment of paralytic ileus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which agent is specifically used for treating poisoning with atropine?

    <p>Physostigmine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant effect of botulinum toxin on the human body?

    <p>Prevents acetylcholine release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a reversible cholinesterase inhibitor that can enter the CNS?

    <p>Physostigmine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of organophosphate insecticides in humans?

    <p>Inhibit the activity of cholinesterase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important characteristic of nerve gases like sarin?

    <p>They are potent and irreversible cholinesterase inhibitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the clinical uses of botulinum toxin?

    <p>Reduce facial wrinkles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which drug is used as an antidote for organophosphate poisoning?

    <p>Pralidoxime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is typically associated with the poisoning of cholinesterase inhibitors?

    <p>Mydriasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common use for atropine?

    <p>Drying of respiratory secretions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following muscarinic agonists is NOT used to treat glaucoma?

    <p>Bethanechol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which class of drugs primarily increases gastrointestinal motility?

    <p>Cholinesterase inhibitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common side effect of excessive muscarinic stimulation?

    <p>Bradycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following drugs is a reversible cholinesterase inhibitor?

    <p>Physostigmine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary therapeutic application of pilocarpine?

    <p>Glaucoma management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an irreversible cholinesterase inhibitor?

    <p>Echothiophate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of agent blocks the release of acetylcholine?

    <p>Botulinum toxin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does activation of muscarinic receptors have on vascular smooth muscle?

    <p>NO/cGMP-mediated relaxation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is specifically used for the treatment of dry mouth due to Sjögren's syndrome?

    <p>Cevimeline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an outcome of using muscarinic antagonists?

    <p>Bronchodilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical application of acetylcholine?

    <p>Urinary retention treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which agent is a common treatment for postoperative urinary retention?

    <p>Neostigmine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitter is directly involved in the activation of muscarinic receptors?

    <p>Acetylcholine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Edrophonium is classified as what type of drug?

    <p>Cholinesterase inhibitor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Muscarinic Agonists

    • Muscarinic agonists are drugs that mimic the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors.
    • Muscarinic agonists can be used to treat various conditions, including urinary retention, glaucoma, and xerostomia.
    • Muscarinic agonists can cause a variety of side effects, including bradycardia, hypotension, bronchoconstriction, diarrhea, cramping, urinary incontinence, excessive sweating, and salivation.
    • They can also interact with various medications, which must be considered.
    • Bethanechol is a muscarinic agonist that's resistant to rapid hydrolysis
    • Pilocarpine is used to treat glaucoma and xerostomia.
    • Cevimeline is used to treat xerostomia.

    Cholinesterase Inhibitors

    • Cholinesterase inhibitors inhibit acetylcholinesterase, an enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine.
    • By preventing the breakdown of acetylcholine, cholinesterase inhibitors increase the levels of acetylcholine in the synapse, which in turn increases the effects of acetylcholine on its receptors.
    • Cholinesterase inhibitors are used to treat a variety of conditions, including myasthenia gravis, Alzheimer's disease, and paralytic ileus.
    • Cholinesterase inhibitors are also used as antidotes for poisoning with atropine or other antimuscarinic drugs.
    • Examples of reversible inhibitors include physostigmine, neostigmine, pyridostigmine, donepezil, rivastigmine, and galantamine.
    • Examples of irreversible inhibitors include echothiophate, organophosphate insecticides, and nerve agents.
    • Pralidoxime is a cholinesterase reactivator that can be used to treat poisoning with organophosphates.

    Botulinum Toxin

    • Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
    • Botulinum toxin prevents the release of acetylcholine from nerve endings.
    • It can cause paralysis and is fatal in high doses.
    • Botulinum toxin is used clinically to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles, treat excessive sweating, overactive bladder, and various other conditions.

    Muscarinic Antagonists

    • Muscarinic antagonists are drugs that block the action of acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors.
    • They are used to treat a variety of conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome, urinary incontinence, and motion sickness.
    • Antimuscarinics are commonly used to counter the effects of cholinesterase inhibitors during poisoning events.
    • Examples of antimuscarinics include atropine, scopolamine, dicyclomine, ipratropium, tolterodine, and tropicamide.
    • They can cause various side effects, including dry mouth, dry skin, constipation, urine retention, blurred vision, photophobia, and centrally mediated sedation and confusion.
    • The syndrome of anticholinergic poisoning is characterized by dry skin and hyperthermia, severe mydriasis, visual disturbances, and CNS stimulation.
    • Treatment for anticholinergic poisoning includes administering physostigmine, benzodiazepines, and providing supportive care.
    • Atropine is used in cases of bradycardia, to prevent salivation and secretions during anesthesia, and to treat poisoning with cholinesterase inhibitors.
    • Scopolamine is available as a transdermal patch to prevent motion sickness.
    • Dicyclomine is used as an intestinal antispasmodic to treat irritable bowel syndrome.
    • Ipratropium is used to treat asthma and COPD.
    • Tolterodine is used to treat urinary incontinence.
    • Tropicamide is widely used to dilate the pupil for ophthalmologic examination.

    Muscarinic and Nicotinic Receptors

    • Muscarinic receptors exhibit a classical dose-response relationship.
    • Nicotinic receptors experience tachyphylaxis (a decreased response to repeated administrations) at high concentrations.

    Mechanism of Action - Muscarinic Receptor

    • Activation of muscarinic receptors on endothelial cells results in the release of nitric oxide (NO).
    • NO activates guanylate cyclase, resulting in increased production of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP).
    • cGMP causes relaxation of vascular smooth muscle, potentially leading to vasodilation.
    • Sildenafil inhibits the breakdown of cGMP, potentiating the effects.

    Parasympathetic Innervation

    • Parasympathetic innervation of the circular pupillary constrictor muscle leads to miosis (constriction of the pupil).
    • Parasympathetic innervation of the ciliary muscle causes accommodation of focus for near vision.
    • This also causes tension on the trabecular meshwork, opening pores and increasing outflow of aqueous humor into the canal of Schlemm, reducing intraocular pressure.

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