Do NOT just provide lists.While a simple list can prove helpful they rarely provide explanations & descriptions

______________________________________________________________ Bio141 Human Physiology

Last name first, please Spring 2020

Atropine

What kind of drug is this? What is its general classification / drug action?

Describe its specific cellular site & mode of action. What does it do at the level of cellular communication? Which branch of the nervous system is directly being affected? How?

Name& explain 3 common uses of this drug.

What is its overall goal of action? What’s the BIG PICTURE? How does it affect the overall autonomic nervous system and its effects?

What are the signs of atropine poisoning/overdose?

How do organophosphates, e.g., sarin gas poisoning, affect human physiology (need much more detailed information than provided in class)?

Explain how atropine can be used to counter organophosphate poisoning, e.g., sarin gas poisoning. Our military are often provided atropine pens as part of their frontline resources.

list your citations (at least 2 – no pharmaceutical companies or wikis)