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NAL Agricultural Thesaurus
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Research, Technology, Methods > drugs > parasympathomimetics
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parasympathomimetics

Definition:
Drugs that mimic the effects of parasympathetic nervous system activity. Included here are drugs that directly stimulate muscarinic receptors and drugs that potentiate cholinergic activity, usually by slowing the breakdown of acetylcholine (cholinesterase inhibitors).
Concept Schemes:
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Broader Concept:
drugs
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Entry Terms:
  • parasympathomimetic drugs
  • parasympathomimetic agents
  • parasympathomimetic effect
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/2520
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