Acetylcholine -|- Pharmacology Mnemonics - Flash Cards

Acetylcholine

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Name: Acetylcholine

Class: Cholinomimetic Agent

Mech.: Stim. muscarinic and nicotinic receptors.

Absorption:

Dist.:

Metab.:

Excretion, : Short duration due to rapid metab. by AChE and BuChE.

Toxicity/S.E.s:

Utility: Topical for cataract surgery.

Special Features: Usu. of limited value due to short duration of action.