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Pharmacology Lesson 6
ANS Drugs
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Veterinary Medicine
Not Applicable
02/23/2014

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Term
What drug is noted to be an alpha blocker?
Definition
acepromazine
Term
Which division of the nervous system are alpha, beta-1 and beta-2 receptors specifically associated?
Definition
sympathetic
Term
Which types of drugs may result in an increase in intra-ocular pressure and are contraindicated in certain types of glaucoma?
Definition
anticholinergics
Term
Considering the autonomic nervous system, stimulation of which of the following receptors will result in powerful vasoconstriction?
Definition
alpha
Term
The drug that would be classified as a cholinergic agent due to its stimulating effect on the parasympathetic nervous system is what?
Definition
pilocarpine
Term
Epinephrine is a neurotransmitter for which division of the nervous system?
Definition
sympathetic
Term
The two classifications of medications that have similar effect on the eye in that they cause dilation of the pupil are what?
Definition
anticholinergics and sympathomimetics
Term
The common signs of organophosphate overdose such as miosis and breathing difficulties are due to the ______________ effects of the OP agent.
Definition
anticholinesterase
Term

All of the following are anticholinergic drugs EXCEPT:

A) glycopyrolate (Robinul V)

B) atropine

C) dexamethasaone

D) aminopentamide (Centrine)

Definition
dexamethasaone
Term
What 2 drugs may be used to treat atropine intoxication and also reverse the effects of some of the neuromuscular blocking agents
Definition
neostigmine and physostigmine
Term
What medication that may be used to produce local hemostasis as an aid in controlling capillary bleeding in highly vascular tissue?
Definition
epinephrine
Term

Alpha receptor stimulation would likely result in:

A) increased salivation

B) splenic contraction

C) pupilary constriction

D) increased GI motility

Definition
B) splenic contraction
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