Q.2 Write detail note on anti cholinesterase drugs & write complete pharmacology of atropine.
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What is Atropine and how is it used?
Atropine is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of low heart rate (bradycardia), reduce salivation and bronchial secretions before surgery or as an antidote for overdose of cholinergic drugs or mushroom poisoning. Atropine may be used alone or with other medications.
Atropine belongs to a class of drugs called Anticholinergic, Antispasmodic Agents.
What are the possible side effects of Atropine?
Atropine may cause serious side effects including:
fast heartrate,
high pressure in the eye (glaucoma),
abdominal blockage (pyloric obstruction),
worsening urinary retention, and
mucus in your airways (viscid bronchial plugs)
Get medical help right away, if you have any of the symptoms listed above.
The most common side effects of Atropine include:
dry mouth,
blurred vision,
sensitivity to light,
lack of sweating,
dizziness,
nausea,
loss of balance,
hypersensitivity reactions (skin rash), and
rapid heartrate
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
These are not all the possible side effects of Atropine. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.