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What is the effect of the drugs on the autonomic nervous system (ANS)?
They block the entire output of the ANS at the N receptor
What is the primary characteristic of the drugs, except for nicotine?
They are nondepolarizing, competitive antagonists
Why are these drugs rarely used therapeutically?
They have significant side effects
What is the result of the drugs' action on the autonomic nervous system?
The effects are due to the predominant system
What is the primary use of these drugs?
As a tool in experimental pharmacology
What type of antagonists are the ganglionic blockers, except for nicotine?
Competitive
What is the mechanism of action of ganglionic blockers in autonomic ganglia?
They compete with acetylcholine for nicotinic receptors
Which of the following is a characteristic of ganglionic blockers?
They are non-selective towards parasympathetic or sympathetic ganglia
What is the effect of ganglionic blockers on the autonomic nervous system output?
They block the entire output of the ANS
What is the role of ganglionic blockers in experimental pharmacology?
They are used as tools in experimental pharmacology
Learn about the effects of non-selective ganglionic blockers on the autonomic nervous system, their therapeutic uses, and their role in experimental pharmacology. Test your knowledge of these drugs and their impact on parasympathetic and sympathetic ganglia.
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