Drug Name: | Atropine |
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Drug Class: | Anticholinergic |
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Mechanism of Action: | - Competitive antagonist of acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors
- Blocks parasympathetic nervous system activity
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Use: | - Bradycardia
- Antidote for cholinergic poisoning
- Preoperative medication to reduce salivation and bronchial secretions
- Dilation of the pupil for ophthalmic exams
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Side Effects: | - Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Tachycardia
- Urinary retention
- Constipation
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Contraindications: | - Glaucoma
- Obstructive gastrointestinal disorders
- Myasthenia gravis
- Hypersensitivity to atropine
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Specialty: | - Emergency medicine
- Anesthesiology
- Ophthalmology
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