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Which condition is characterized by permanent movement disorders caused by abnormal development or damage to parts of the brain that control movement?
Which condition is characterized by permanent movement disorders caused by abnormal development or damage to parts of the brain that control movement?
What is the progressive condition that affects motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord?
What is the progressive condition that affects motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord?
Which drug class is commonly used to manage Myasthenia gravis?
Which drug class is commonly used to manage Myasthenia gravis?
What type of drugs are used in the treatment of Myasthenia gravis?
What type of drugs are used in the treatment of Myasthenia gravis?
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Which skeletal muscle disorder is characterized by muscle diseases that weaken the musculoskeletal system?
Which skeletal muscle disorder is characterized by muscle diseases that weaken the musculoskeletal system?
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Which agent is a GABAB receptor agonist used to treat spastic diplegia?
Which agent is a GABAB receptor agonist used to treat spastic diplegia?
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What drug is specifically used for the diagnosis of Myasthenia gravis?
What drug is specifically used for the diagnosis of Myasthenia gravis?
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How is Baclofen mainly excreted from the body?
How is Baclofen mainly excreted from the body?
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What is a common adverse effect of Baclofen?
What is a common adverse effect of Baclofen?
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Which agent potentiates GABA effects and is metabolised by Cytochrome P450?
Which agent potentiates GABA effects and is metabolised by Cytochrome P450?
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What may happen with high doses of benzodiazepines like Diazepam when administered with other sedatives?
What may happen with high doses of benzodiazepines like Diazepam when administered with other sedatives?
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Which agent is a centrally acting alpha-2 agonist used to treat spasticity?
Which agent is a centrally acting alpha-2 agonist used to treat spasticity?
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Which medication has a duration of action of 30 minutes to 2 hours?
Which medication has a duration of action of 30 minutes to 2 hours?
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Why is neostigmine contraindicated in cases of intestinal or urinary bladder obstruction?
Why is neostigmine contraindicated in cases of intestinal or urinary bladder obstruction?
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Which condition is characterized by antibodies generated against Ca2+ channels?
Which condition is characterized by antibodies generated against Ca2+ channels?
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Which medication is used in the chronic management of myasthenia gravis and has a longer duration of action than neostigmine?
Which medication is used in the chronic management of myasthenia gravis and has a longer duration of action than neostigmine?
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What is the primary therapeutic use of neostigmine?
What is the primary therapeutic use of neostigmine?
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Which medication can be considered an antidote for neuromuscular junction blocking drugs?
Which medication can be considered an antidote for neuromuscular junction blocking drugs?
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