Ganglionic Stimulants
- Name
- Ganglionic Stimulants
- Accession Number
- DBCAT000446
- Description
Agents that mimic neural transmission by stimulation of the nicotinic receptors on postganglionic autonomic neurons. Drugs that indirectly augment ganglionic transmission by increasing the release or slowing the breakdown of acetylcholine or by non-nicotinic effects on postganglionic neurons are not included here nor are the nonspecific cholinergic agonists.
- Drugs
Drug Drug Description Tetramethylammonium Not Available Nicotine A stimulatory alkaloid found in tobacco products that is often used for the relief of nicotine withdrawal symptoms and as an aid to smoking cessation. Lobeline Investigated for use/treatment in addictions. - Drugs & Drug Targets