Discussion 1
Assessment Descriiption
Choose either a muscarinic agonist or antagonist agent and provide an appropriate indication for use. Share the mechanism of action of this medication and hints for monitoring, side effects, and drug interactions, including interactions with CAM, ethnic, cultural, and genetic differences. What other considerations need to be made when prescribing these medications in relation to other systems and receptors? Include the name of the medication in the subject line so that the medications can be followed. Include references using APA format.
Discussion 2
Assessment Descriiption
Choose either a adrenergic agonist or antagonist agent and provide an appropriate indication for use. Share the mechanism of action of this medication and hints for monitoring, side effects, and drug interactions, including interactions with CAM. What other considerations need to be made when prescribing these medications in relation to other systems and receptors? Discuss evidence and treatment guidelines to determine appropriate therapeutic options for a patient with a peripheral nervous system disorder. Include the name of the medication in the subject line so that the medications can be followed. Include references using APA format.
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Muscarinic agonist agents are medications that stimulate the muscarinic receptors in the body. One indication for the use of these agents is the treatment of overactive bladder, as they can help to relax the muscles in the bladder and increase urinary control.
The mechanism of action of muscarinic agonist agents is through the activation of muscarinic receptors, which leads to the activation of various signaling pathways and the modulation of various physiological functions. Some common side effects of these medications include dry mouth, constipation, and blurred vision. It is important to monitor for these side effects and to adjust the dosage or switch to a different medication if necessary.
Muscarinic agonist agents can interact with a number of other medications, including certain anticholinergic medications and medications that affect the metabolism of these agents. It is important to be aware of these interactions and to adjust the dosage or use caution when prescribing these medications.
There are several considerations that need to be made when prescribing muscarinic agonist agents in relation to other systems and receptors. For example, these medications may affect the cardiovascular system by lowering blood pressure and heart rate. They may also interact with other neurotransmitter systems, such as the adrenergic system, which can affect various physiological functions.
One example of a muscarinic agonist agent is oxybutynin, which is commonly used to treat overactive bladder.
References:
American Urological Association. (2017). Overactive bladder: Diagnosis and treatment. Retrieved from https://www.auanet.org/guidelines/overactive-bladder-(oba)-diagnosis-and-treatment
Drugbank. (n.d.). Oxybutynin. Retrieved from https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00652
Adrenergic agonist agents are medications that stimulate the adrenergic receptors in the body. One indication for the use of these agents is the treatment of hypotension, as they can help to increase blood pressure by stimulating the alpha and beta receptors
