Pharmacology of Muscarinic Receptor Antagonists
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What is one major contraindication for the use of pilocarpine?

  • Patients with increased salivation
  • Patients experiencing bradycardia
  • Patients with retinal detachment (correct)
  • Patients with asthma
  • What type of receptors do ipratropium and tiotropium selectively block?

  • Nicotinic receptors
  • M1 muscarinic receptors
  • M2 muscarinic receptors
  • M3 muscarinic receptors (correct)
  • Which of the following is a systemic side effect of pilocarpine?

  • Blurred vision
  • Eye discomfort
  • Miosis
  • Increased salivation (correct)
  • What is the primary action of muscarinic receptor antagonists like ipratropium?

    <p>Relax smooth muscle and block mucus secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following side effects is NOT associated with pilocarpine?

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

    What is the primary action of muscarinic receptor antagonists like Hyoscyamine?

    <p>Blocks the action of acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is a contraindication for using muscarinic receptor antagonists?

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

    What side effect is commonly associated with muscarinic receptor antagonists?

    <p>Dry mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended oral dosage of Hyoscyamine for dogs with gastrointestinal disorders?

    <p>0.1-0.2 mg/kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscarinic receptor antagonist is used specifically for overactive bladder syndrome?

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

    Which effect arises from the action of muscarinic receptor antagonists on the parasympathetic nervous system?

    <p>Reduced smooth muscle contraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of Hyoscyamine?

    <p>Naturally occurring tropane alkaloid from specific plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which side effect is NOT typically associated with muscarinic receptor antagonists?

    <p>Decreased heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of Trihexyphenidyl?

    <p>Inhibits M1 muscarinic receptors in the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common side effect of both Trihexyphenidyl and Bethanechol?

    <p>Dry mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscarinic receptor subtype is primarily involved in heart rate regulation?

    <p>M2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a contraindication for using Trihexyphenidyl?

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

    What effect does Bethanechol primarily produce?

    <p>Promote urination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about Carbachol is true?

    <p>It is resistant to enzymatic degradation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an indication for using Bethanechol in small animals?

    <p>Stimulating bladder contractions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Vesamicol?

    <p>Inhibiting the vesicular acetylcholine transporter to reduce acetylcholine availability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following side effects is specific to anticholinergic drugs like Trihexyphenidyl?

    <p>Blurred vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which condition is Physostigmine primarily used to improve muscle function?

    <p>Myasthenia Gravis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a clinical application of Physostigmine outside of muscle function improvement?

    <p>Topical treatment for Glaucoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the clinical use of Vesamicol limited?

    <p>Its specificity and potential side effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mechanism does Physostigmine utilize to enhance acetylcholine activity?

    <p>Inhibiting acetylcholinesterase activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial dose of Oxybutynin for humans?

    <p>5 mg 1-2 times daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a contraindication for using Muscarinic Receptor Antagonists?

    <p>Food allergies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the side effects commonly associated with Oxybutynin?

    <p>Dry mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Botulinum Toxin?

    <p>Cleaves proteins to block acetylcholine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential serious effect of untreated botulism?

    <p>Muscle paralysis and respiratory failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following antibiotics is known to inhibit acetylcholine release?

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

    Which condition is magnesium sulfate used to treat?

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

    Which side effect is associated with magnesium used for neuromuscular blockade?

    <p>Respiratory paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary classification of xanomeline?

    <p>Muscarinic Agonist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action does cevimeline primarily perform?

    <p>Selective modulation of M1 and M3 receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is xanomeline indicated for treating?

    <p>Schizophrenia in adults</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a contraindication for the use of cevimeline?

    <p>Severe kidney disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a known side effect of xanomeline?

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

    What is the origin of arecoline?

    <p>Natural alkaloid from Areca catechu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was arecoline historically used for in veterinary medicine?

    <p>Deworming agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of drug is xanomeline?

    <p>Alkaloid muscarine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cholinergic Drugs

    • Cholinergic drugs mimic acetylcholine (ACh)
    • Also known as parasympathomimetic
    • Anticholinergic drugs block ACh
    • Also known as parasympatholytic

    Cholinergic Receptors

    • Receptors to which acetylcholine binds
    • Perform major roles in neural transmission
    • Somatic and autonomic nervous systems
    • Drugs are not selective due to widespread presence of cholinergic receptors

    Muscarinic Receptors

    • Present in the central nervous system (CNS) and the parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system (ANS)
    • Mediate innervation to visceral organs
    • G-protein coupled receptors
    • Named after muscarine

    Muscarinic Receptor Subtypes

    • M1 receptors are associated with the CNS, parietal cells, and salivary glands
    • M2 receptors are associated with cardiac tissues, and the heart
    • M3 receptors are associated with glandular and smooth muscle, especially exocrine glands, GI smooth muscle, vascular endothelium, bladder, and genitalia

    Nicotinic Receptors

    • Present in the CNS, neuromuscular junction, and autonomic ganglia
    • Involved in voluntary movement and mediating the autonomic nervous system
    • Ligand-gated ion channels
    • Named after nicotine

    Location of Nicotinic Receptors

    • N1 or Nm receptors are in neuromuscular junctions
    • N2 or Nn receptors are in autonomic ganglia and the adrenal medulla
    • N1 receptors are excitory
    • N2 receptors are excitory

    Nicotinic Receptors vs. Muscarinic Receptors

    • Nicotinic receptors are ion channels; muscarinic receptors are G-protein-coupled receptors
    • Nicotinic receptors mediate fast synaptic transmission; muscarinic receptors mediate slow, metabolic responses
    • Nicotinic receptors respond to nicotine; muscarinic receptors respond to muscarine

    Cholinergic System

    • Nicotinic and muscarinic receptors are involved in the cholinergic system
    • The cholinergic system regulates peripheral and central receptors

    Nicotine

    • Derived from the tobacco plant
    • Natural chemical compound, belonging to a class of alkaloids.
    • Common in tobacco products, and responsible for their addictive properties
    • Cholinergic nicotinic agonist

    Anectine® (Succinylcholine Chloride)

    • Cholinergic nicotinic agonist
    • Mimics acetylcholine
    • Muscle relaxation, needed for surgical and diagnostic procedures, like endotracheal intubation
    • Skeletal muscle relaxant
    • Dosage varies by animal species

    Pavulon® (Pancuronium Bromide)

    • Cholinergic nicotinic antagonist
    • Binds to receptors
    • Muscle relaxation during surgical procedures and mechanical ventilation
    • Skeletal muscle relaxant
    • Dosage varies by animal species

    Zemuron® (Rocuronium Bromide)

    • Cholinergic nicotinic antagonist
    • Competes for cholinergic receptors at the motor end plate
    • Muscle relaxation during surgical procedures
    • Skeletal muscle relaxant
    • Dosage varies by animal species

    Norcuron® (Vecuronium Bromide)

    • Cholinergic nicotinic antagonist
    • Competes for receptors at the motor end plate
    • Muscle relaxation during surgical procedures, or mechanical ventilation
    • Skeletal muscle relaxant
    • Dosage varies by animal species

    Varenicline

    • Cholinergic nicotinic agonist
    • Stimulates the receptor, reduces nicotine cravings, and prevents nicotine's reinforcing effects
    • Used for smoking cessation therapy

    Trimethaphan Camylate

    • Cholinergic nicotinic antagonist (ganglionic blocker)
    • Inhibits transmission in both sympathetic and parasympathetic ganglia
    • Used to manage hypertensive emergencies in animals

    Mecamylamine

    • Cholinergic nicotinic antagonist (ganglionic blocker)
    • Inhibits transmission in both sympathetic and parasympathetic ganglia

    Hexamethonium Bromide

    • Cholinergic nicotinic antagonist (ganglionic blocker)
    • Inhibits transmission in both sympathetic and parasympathetic ganglia
    • Used in hypertensive emergencies and for controlled hypotension during surgery

    Inhibitor of Acetylcholine Release

    • Botulinum Toxin (Botox): Produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. Blocks acetylcholine (ACh) by cleaving proteins, causing temporary paralysis of muscles.
    • Aminoglycosides: Block the influx of calcium ions into nerve endings, reducing acetylcholine release. Used to treat bacterial infections, especially gram-negative infections.
    • Magnesium ions: Inhibits calcium entry at nerve terminals reducing acetylcholine release; used for preeclampsia, other conditions involving neuromuscular blockade.

    Inhibitor of Acetylcholinesterase

    • Physostigmine: Acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, prolongs activity of ACh in body. Used in myasthenia gravis, glaucoma.

    Summary of Agonist and Antagonist Effects

    • M1: Agonist (Xanomeline) enhances cognition, increases stomach acid; Antagonist (Pirenzepine) reduces gastric acid secretion.
    • M2: Agonist (rarely used clinically); Antagonist (Atropine) increases heart rate.
    • M3: Agonist (Pilocarpine) increases smooth muscle contraction & secretions; Antagonist (Ipratropium and Tiotropium) relaxes smooth muscle, reduces secretions

    Muscarinic Drugs Outline

    • Includes M1 (neural), M2 (cardiac), and M3(glandular) agonists and antagonists.
    • Various specific drugs are mentioned for each receptor subtype.

    Muscarinic Receptor Antagonists

    • Atropine: Derived from plants, blocks muscarinic receptors, increases heart rate, used in bradycardia, and other conditions; contraindicated in tachycardias and myocardial ischemia
    • Glycopyrrolate: Blocks M2 receptors, increases heart rate, treats bradycardia during anesthesia and in other conditions.
    • Scopolamine: Blocks muscarinic receptors, Treats motion sickness, motion sickness, nausea, and vomiting after surgery
    • Pirenzepine: Selectively blocks M1 receptors in the stomach, reduces gastric acid secretion.
    • Telenzepine: A selective M1 antagonist used primarily for its effects on the gastrointestinal system.
    • Hyoscyamine: Blocks muscarinic receptors, relieves spasms, IBS, GI tract disorders
    • Benztropine: Blocks M1 receptors, treats Parkinson's disease
    • Trihexyphenidyl: Blocks M1 receptors; for Parkinson's disease, and other disorders involving those receptors

    Muscarinic Receptor Agonists

    • Bethanechol: Mimics ACh, designed for bladder issues, used in veterinary medicine, increases bladder contraction
    • Carbachol: Mimics ACh, more stable, used in veterinary and human medicine to promote peristalsis and bladder contraction, treating glaucoma
    • Pilocarpine: Derived from a plant, stimulates muscarinic receptors, increasing secretions, used to treat dry mouth, glaucoma.

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