Physostigmine is the antidote for atropine poisoning. It works by reversing the effects of atropine on the body's nervous system. It should be administered under medical supervision due to potential side effects.
Atropine may cause severe adverse effects with dose-dependent degrees of severity. Overdoses of atropine, for instance, may induce delirium , hallucinations, coma, circulatory and respiratory collapse, and death.
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The antidote for atropine is physostigmine, a reversible inhibitor of the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. It increases the levels of acetylcholine at neurotransmitter junctions, counteracting the effects of atropine, which is an anticholinergic agent. Physostigmine is particularly effective in cases of atropine toxicity, helping to restore normal cholinergic activity in the body. However, it should be used with caution, as it can also lead to cholinergic side effects.
Just had eye surgery and used Atropine for about 6 weeks. Dr. said the effects of the Atropine will last 1-2 weeks after the last drop was administered.
2 mg atropine IV
No, atropine is not an antidote for cyanide poisoning. The primary antidotes for cyanide include hydroxocobalamin and sodium thiosulfate. Atropine is an anticholinergic medication used to treat bradycardia and certain types of poisoning, but it does not counteract the effects of cyanide.
No, the dilation of the pupil caused by atropine is not permanent. Atropine blocks the action of acetylcholine on the iris sphincter muscle, leading to dilation (mydriasis). Once atropine is discontinued, the effects typically wear off within several days as the drug is metabolized and eliminated from the body, allowing normal pupil function to return.
2 mg atropine IV
2 mg atropine IV
ACh will decrease heart rate/contractile strength, etc. Atropine is a muscarinic ACh receptor (mAChR) antagonist, so blocks the effects of ACh. Adding both together will result in a weak action of ACh that tails off as all the mAChRs become blocked by Atropine.
Yes, atropine is known to dry bronchial secretions by blocking the effects of acetylcholine on muscarinic receptors in the respiratory system, leading to decreased mucus production.