drugs that reduce neural activity and slow body functions
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Depressants Depressants Depressants are drugs (such as alcohol, barbiturates, and opiates) that reduce neural activity and slow down body functions. Many people think that alcohol is not a depressant and actually makes them have more fun. However, what alcohol does is lower inhibitions, so you may act in ways you otherwise would not. Also, it diminishes your senses - makes you less alert, less attentive, less sharp, essentially depressing the nervous system.
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Pinyin Romanization to Learn Mandarin Pinyin is a Romanization system used to learn Mandarin. It transcribes the sounds of Mandarin using the western (Roman) alphabet. Pinyin is most commonly used in Mainland China for teaching school children to read and it is also widely used in teaching materials designed for Westerners who wish to learn Mandarin.
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- THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS. In low doses, acts relatively selectively at beta2-adrenergic receptors to cause bronchodilation and vasodilation; at higher doses, beta2 selectivity is lost, and the drug acts at beta2 receptors to cause typical sympathomimetic cardiac effects.
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Medications Medications for MS provide some measure of control over the inflammation that injures nerve fibres, reduce the frequency and severity of relapses, and/or ease the impact of MS symptoms. Slowing the accumulation of nerve damage may also reduce or prevent further disability seen during the course of MS.
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PHARM Chapter 19 (1) adrenergic neuron blocking agents-consists of drugs that act within the terminals of sympathetic neurons to decrease norepinephrine release. (2) centrally acting alpha2 agonists-consist of drugs that act within the central nervous system to reduce the outflow of impulses along sympathetic neurons.
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- Here is a list of some common potent drugs having low therapeutic index; 1  Digoxin. 2  Lithium. 3  Warfarin. 4  Theophylline. 5  Phenytoin. 6  Gentamicin. 7  Amphotericin B. 8  5-fluorouracil.
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Anticholinergic Drugs: Studies Prove That These Drugs Make Your Brain Stop Working Anticholinergic drugs are available both over-the-counter and by prescription, as medications used for a variety of symptoms can have this effect. Examples include night-time pain relievers, antihistamines, and other sleep aids, such as: Excedrin PM. Tylenol PM.
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Drugs Most drugs work by acting in one of three ways: 1  Agonists: Agonists are drugs that mimic neurotransmitters and make the neuron fire.  Antagonists: Antagonists are drugs that bind onto receptor sites on a neuron and keep it from firing.
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- Anticholinergics are a class of drugs that block the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the brain.They are used to treat diseases like asthma, incontinence, gastrointestinal cramps, and muscular spasms.nticholinergics are used to treat a variety of conditions. These include: 1  gastrointestinal disorders, such as diarrhea, overactive bladder, and incontinence. 2  asthma. 3  chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). 4  insomnia. 5  dizziness and motion sickness.
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- A. We should have been clearer in our description of the medications. Anticholinergic drugs work by blocking the effects of acetylcholine, a substance that transmits messages in the nervous system. In the brain, acetylcholine is involved in learning and memory.
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Lorazepam All medicines in this category can have these effects to some degree, depending on the specific benzodiazepine that is being taken. They work in the brain by enhancing the effects of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a chemical that is naturally calming. GABA can slow down or stop certain nerve signals in the brain.
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- , is often used as the drug. name). It blocks the effects of acetylcholine and inhibits the effects of parasympathetic activity on the heart, smooth muscles, and glands. If the cardiac rate is decreased as a result of vagal stimulation, therefore, the. administration of atropine will increase this rate.
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AP Psychology Review drug which blocks the activity of neurotransmitters. anterograde amnesia. loss of memory for events that occur after the onset of the amnesia; eg, see in a boxer who suffers a severe blow to the head and loses memory for events after the blow.
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- 8.1 Pain Modulation. Most, if not all, ailments of the body cause pain. Pain is interpreted and perceived in the brain. Pain is modulated by two primary types of drugs that work on the brain: analgesics and anesthetics. The term analgesic refers to a drug that relieves pain without loss of consciousness.
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aging 1 Changes in the make-up of the connective tissue alter the stability of body structures, causing a loss of elasticity and functioning, and leading to symptoms of aging. 2  Free-radical theory. 3  The most commonly held theory of aging, it is based on the fact that ongoing chemical reactions of the cells produce free radicals.ging is the normal transition time after that flurry of activity. Although there are quite a few age-related changes that tax the body, disability is not necessarily a part of aging. Health and lifestyle factors together with the genetic makeup of the individual, and determines the response to these changes.
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What Are Muscle Relaxants And When Are They Used To Treat Pain? It may have additional pain relieving properties that may be useful for treating chronic pain conditions as well. Drugs like Soma, Flexeril, Robaxin, Skelaxin, and Norflex work at the spinal cord level and may add in relieving short-term muscle pain. Side effects of muscle relaxants typically include sedation, and, therefore, you may need to reserve the medication for nighttime use.
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10 Drugs That May Cause Memory Loss How they can cause memory loss: These medications (prescription and over-the-counter) inhibit the action of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that mediates a wide range of functions in the body.ow they can cause memory loss: These drugs work by stemming the flow of pain signals within the central nervous system and by blunting one’s emotional reaction to pain. Both these actions are mediated by chemical messengers that are also involved in many aspects of cognition.
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Neuromuscular-blocking drug Neuromuscular-blocking drugs block neuromuscular transmission at the neuromuscular junction, causing paralysis of the affected skeletal muscles.
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- The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins may possibly cause Slow heart rate as a side effect. 1  Verapamil. 2  Anpec. 3  Cordilox. 4  Isoptin. 5  Veracaps.
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- Cholinergic and anticholinergic drugs They should be used with caution in patients with asthma, epilepsy, slow heart beat, hyperthyroidism, or gastric ulcers. The effects of the cholinergic drugs are to produce the same effects as stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system. These effects include slowing of the heartbeat, increases in normal secretions including the digestive acids of the stomach, saliva and tears.
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- Prescription Drug Abuse. CNS depressants, sometimes referred to as sedatives and tranquilizers, are substances that can slow brain activity. This property makes them useful for treating anxiety and sleep disorders. Among the medications commonly prescribed for these purposes are the following: Benzodiazepines, such as diazepam (Valium) and alprazolam (Xanax), are sometimes prescribed to treat anxiety, acute stress reactions, and panic attacks.
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What Are Muscle Relaxants And When Are They Used To Treat Pain? Drugs like Soma, Flexeril, Robaxin, Skelaxin, and Norflex work at the spinal cord level and may add in relieving short-term muscle pain. Side effects of muscle relaxants typically include sedation, and, therefore, you may need to reserve the medication for nighttime use. Next:
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Drug Classifications Depressants slow normal brain function. Because of this effect, depressants are often used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders. Although the different depressant drugs work uniquely in the brain, it is through their effect on GABA activity that produces a drowsy or calming effect.GABA works to decrease brain activity.timulants. Stimulants are a class of drugs that elevate mood, increase feelings of well-being, and increase energy and alertness. Stimulants can cause the heart to beat faster and will also cause blood pressure and breathing to elevate. Repeated use of stimulants can result in paranoia and hostility.
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Nerve pain medication • Anti-depressants and anti-seizure drugs – Both drugs treat nerve pain by dampening pain signals. • Steroids – Steroids such as prednisone help treat pain and reduce inflammation of surrounding tissues. • Opioids – A class of prescription narcotics, opioids are generally used to treat moderate to severe pain.
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- Drug Class Drugs to Avoid Concerns Alternatives Skeletal muscle relaxants Baclofen, Dantrium (dantrolene) carisoprodol (Soma) Most muscle relaxants and antispasmodic drugs are poorly tolerated by elderly patients.
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Nitroglycerin (NTG) Beta Blockers are drugs that slow the heart rate, decrease cardiac output, lessen the force with which the heart muscle contracts and reduce blood vessel contraction. They do this by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors in various parts of the body.