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Skeletal Muscle Relaxants Quiz

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What is the purpose of spasmolytics?

To induce muscle stiffness

To block neuromuscular function

To treat acute local muscle spasm from peripheral musculoskeletal conditions

To treat spasticity from upper motor neuron lesions (correct)

What condition do antispasmodics target?

Muscle atrophy

Neuromuscular dysfunction

Acute local muscle spasm from peripheral musculoskeletal conditions (correct)

Spasticity from upper motor neuron lesions

What category do neuromuscular blockers fall under?

Skeletal muscle relaxants (correct)

Spasmolytics

Central nervous system depressants

Antispasmodics

Which of the following drugs is classified as a spasmolytic?

Baclofen Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is considered an antispasmodic among the options below?

Orphenadrine Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is listed as both a spasmolytic and an antispasmodic?

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Study Notes

Spasmolytics and Antispasmodics

The purpose of spasmolytics is to relieve muscle spasms.
Antispasmodics targetsmooth muscle spasms or spasms of the voluntary muscle.

Classification of Neuromuscular Blockers

Neuromuscular blockers fall under the category of muscle relaxants.

Classification of Specific Drugs

Baclofen is classified as a spasmolytic.
Dicyclomine is considered an antispasmodic.
Cyclobenzaprine is listed as both a spasmolytic and an antispasmodic.

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Test your knowledge about skeletal muscle relaxants, including neuromuscular blockers, spasmolytics, and antispasmodics. Learn about their uses in treating spasticity and acute local muscle spasms.