Antimuscarinic

Antimuscarinics are a class of medications that block the action of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter, on muscarinic receptors in the body. These receptors are involved in various functions, including muscle movements and glandular secretions. By inhibiting these receptors, antimuscarinics help reduce conditions like excessive salivation, muscle spasms, and symptoms of overactive bladder. They are often used in treating asthma, motion sickness, and certain gastrointestinal disorders, as well as in managing symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Common antimuscarinic drugs include atropine and scopolamine.