Question

What do anticholinergic medications do? (Select all that apply.) Stimulate the PNS Block acetylcholine from binding to receptor sites Aid acetylcholine in binding to receptor sites Treat target SNS organ conditions Inhibit the PNS

Answer 1

1. Acetylcholine is the neurotransmitter which is released by the neurons of the peripheral nervous system. This chemical binds to receptors on the neuromuscular junction to stimulate contraction of muscles. These medications are used for the treatment of organ disorders like GI disorders, urinary bladder disorders, etc.

So, the anticholinergic drug will inhibit the PNS and block the acetylcholine from binding to receptor sites, and treat target SNS organ conditions.

2. Muscarinic agonists are used to increase the smooth muscle tone of the gastrointestinal tract and urinary bladder.

Drug duvoid is used for treatment of urinary bladder disorders.

Miostat is used in the eye treatment.

Aricept is used in Alzheimer’s to improve memory.

Salagen is used for the treatment of dry mouth (xerostomia).