PHARMACOLOGY EXAM 1 REALIZE IT KCQ
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Neuropharmacology -is the study of drugs that alter the processes controlled by the nervous system.
NSG124.02.01.02 Drug for spasticity
Spasticity refers to a group of movement disorders of CNS origin
Muscle spasm is an involuntary contraction of a muscle or muscle group. It is often painful and reduces the ability to
function and are characterized by heightened muscle tone, spasm, and loss of dexterity. Example: MS, Cerebral Palsy
BACLOFEN ( Card #92) Centrally Acting
DANTROLENE (Card # 91) direct-acting drugs that relieve spasticity
NSG124.02.01.03 Drugs for muscle spasm
CYCLOBENZAPRINE is a centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant. Its activity takes place primarily in
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-Pregnancy Risk Category B
Drug accumulation
It is approved for use in older adults.
Elevated heart rate
Fall risk
Driving ability
NSG124.02.02.01 Local and General Anesthetics
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