For Anticholinergic we have terms and definitions in 5 topics. The topics are Incontinence, Multiple Sclerosis, Naturopathic, Nutrition and Prostate Cancer.

Anticholinergic (Incontinence)

A drug that interferes with the effects of acetylcholine. These drugs assist with bladder storage by increasing bladder contractions and are used to treat urge incontinence.

Anticholinergic (Multiple Sclerosis)

Refers to the action of certain medications commonly used in the management of neurogenic bladder dysfunction. These medications inhibit the transmission of parasympathetic nerve impulses and thereby reduce spasms of smooth muscle in the bladder.

Anticholinergic (Naturopathic)

An agent that impedes the impulses or actions of the nerves or fibers of the parasympathetic ganglia, competing with, and blocking the release of acetycholine at what are called the muscarinic sites. Cholinergic functions affected are those that induce spasms and cramps of the intestinal tracts and allied ducts. Examples: Atropine, Datura, Garrya.

Anticholinergic (Nutrition)

A drug used to relieve cramping and spasms of the stomach, intestines, and bladder.

Anticholinergic (Prostate Cancer)

An agent that blocks certain receivers on the nerves, lessens muscle spasms and reduces release of liquids by the stomach, mouth, sweat glands, etc.

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