What is the method of action of Antimuscarinics?

• Bind to the muscarinic receptor, where they act as a competitive inhibitor of acetylcholine
• Leading to reduce smooth muscle tone and reduce secretions

What is the main clinical use of Antimuscarinics?

• chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• asthma

What are the main adverse effects of Antimuscarinics?

dry mouth

What are the main contraindications of Antimuscarinics?

angle-closure glaucoma

What is a short acting Antimuscarinic?

ipratropium

What is a long acting Antimuscarinic?

tiotropium, glycopyrronium