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What is the purpose of spasmolytics?
What is the purpose of spasmolytics?
What condition do antispasmodics target?
What condition do antispasmodics target?
What category do neuromuscular blockers fall under?
What category do neuromuscular blockers fall under?
Which of the following drugs is classified as a spasmolytic?
Which of the following drugs is classified as a spasmolytic?
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Which drug is considered an antispasmodic among the options below?
Which drug is considered an antispasmodic among the options below?
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Which drug is listed as both a spasmolytic and an antispasmodic?
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.
