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Pharmacology Autonomic nervous system 48995165

Which among the following is contraindicated in myasthenia patient?

A
Aminoglycosides
B
Sulphonamides
C
Penicillin
D
All
High-Yield Explanation
Ref:KD Tripathi pharmacology 7th edition (page.no: 745) All aminoglycosides reduce ACh release from the motor nerve endings. They interfere with the mobilization of centrally located synaptic vesicles to fuse with the terminal membrane (probably by antagonizing Ca2+) as well as decrease the sensitivity of the muscle endplates to ACh. Myasthenic weakness is accentuated Aminoglycosides. Neuromuscular blockers should be used cautiously in patients receiving aminoglycosides.

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