Etymology
Origin of muscarinic
Example Sentences
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There are several types of muscarinic receptors, M1–M5, but the drugs are not usually specific to the specific types.
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The cholinergic system includes two classes of receptor: the nicotinic receptor and the muscarinic receptor.
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Parasympathetic drugs can be either muscarinic agonists or antagonists, or have indirect effects on the cholinergic system.
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If norepinephrine is released, it will bind to the adrenergic receptors present on the target cell, and if ACh is released, it will bind to the muscarinic receptors on the target cell.
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The active chemicals from this plant block the muscarinic receptors in the iris and allow the pupil to dilate, which is considered attractive because it makes the eyes appear larger.
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