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Urecholine
Msucarinic Agonists: bethanechol (Urecholine)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the prototype drug for this category? | bethanechol (Urecholine) |
| What does this drug stimulate? | Receptors in the Genitourinary tract |
| What does this drug cause? | Contraction of the bladder |
| What is this drug used to treat? | Non-obstructive urinary retention |
| What is an adverse effect of this medication? | Extreme stimulation |
| If extreme stimulation presents itself, what symptoms will be present? (5) | 1.) Sweating 2.) Tearing 3.) Urinary urgency 4.) Bradycardia 5.) Hypotension |
| What part of the CNS does this drug activate? | Parasympathetic NS |
| Do NOT give to patients with: (4) | 1.) Urinary obstruction 2.) PUD 3.) Asthma 4.) Hyperthyroidism |
| What route is this medication given? | Oral |
| When do you give this medication? | 1-2 hours before OR after meals |
| Why would you NOT give with meals? | Decreases absorption |
| How to you see if this medication is working? | Monitor I&O |