Parasympathomimetic drugs primarily mimic the effects of which neurotransmitter?
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Correct answer: Acetylcholine
Parasympathomimetic drugs mimic the actions of acetylcholine at parasympathetic effector sites. They stimulate muscarinic receptors or increase acetylcholine levels to produce parasympathetic effects.
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