PHYSIOLOGY
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM
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Question
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Which of the following describes salbutamol, a
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Direct acting sympathomimetic
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Indirect acting sympathomimetic
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Direct acting parasympathomimetic
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Indirect acting parasympathomimetic
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Salbutamol is a beta-2 adrenergic receptor agonist used to treat asthma, bronchitis, COPD, as well as prevent exercise induced bronchospasms. Salbutamol is a short-acting, selective beta2-adrenergic receptor agonist used in the treatment of asthma and COPD.
Detailed explanation-2: -Albuterol (Salbutamol) Albuterol is a selective 2-adrenergic agonist. By enhancing cAMP production, which then decreases intracellular calcium in smooth muscle cells, albuterol causes bronchodilation. While other formulations exist, albuterol is primarily used as an aerosol, further enhancing its selectivity.
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