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Muscarinic Agonists  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Drugs that bind to and activate muscarinic cholinergic receptors (RECEPTORS, MUSCARINIC). Muscarinic agonists are most commonly used when it is desirable to increase smooth muscle tone, especially in the GI tract, urinary bladder and the eye. They may also be used to reduce heart rate.

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Synonym(s)

  • Cholinergic Agonist, Muscarinic
  • Cholinergic Agonists, Muscarinic
  • Cholinergic Muscarinic Agonists
  • Muscarinic Agonist

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-TGW16G8Q-4

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