Ganglionic Blockers · Pharmacology

Which pharmacological property is characteristic of ganglionic blockers?

  1. Selective inhibition of muscarinic receptors
  2. Blockade of nicotinic receptors in autonomic ganglia
  3. Direct stimulation of postganglionic sympathetic neurons
  4. Enhancement of acetylcholine release
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Correct answer: Blockade of nicotinic receptors in autonomic ganglia

Ganglionic blockers specifically inhibit nicotinic acetylcholine receptors located in autonomic ganglia. This blocks synaptic transmission in both sympathetic and parasympathetic systems.

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