Guest guest Posted March 4, 2004 Report Share Posted March 4, 2004 Hi Trish: Hey Sweetie, yes we do have a Pharmacist on our list. Her name is Kate and her e-mail address is ktkate10@... if you would like to contact her I am sure she would be glad to help you out or you could always go to www.webmd.com and use their search. It is a very good web site and you may find it very beneficial. Take care now and be PAIN FREE! Love Ya! We Will Win Love Y'all Bob & Carole Dad & Mom Panama City, FL Please Visit the Stills Disease Web Site At www.stillsdisease.org -- Pharmacist question Hi all, If I am correct, I believe there is at least one pharmacist on our list here - though I am so sorry I can't remember her name! I've been doing some research on drugs that I am allergic or hypersensitive to and have found that most of them mention having an atropine-like or anticholinergic action. From what I've read, it seems that atropine-like and anticholinergic are the same thing, right? Can anyone explain in easy terms what anticholinergic means and what drugs (or classes of drugs) are likely to have this effect? Or, if anyone can refer to a good web site where I can find some info on this? Thanks in advance!!!! Trish in PAVisit the Still's Disease Message Boardhttp://disc.server.com/Indices/148599.htmlThe materials and information contained in this message are not intended to replace the services of a trained health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of physicians and/or other health care professionals. The International Still's Disease Foundation is not engaged in rendering medical or professional medical services. You should consult your physician on specific medical questions, particularly in matters requiring diagnosis or medical attention. The International Still's Disease Foundation makes no representations or warranties with respect to any treatment, action, application, medication or preparation by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. ion by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. ____________________________________________________ IncrediMail - Email has finally evolved - Click Here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 4, 2004 Report Share Posted March 4, 2004 Hi Trish: Hey Sweetie, yes we do have a Pharmacist on our list. Her name is Kate and her e-mail address is ktkate10@... if you would like to contact her I am sure she would be glad to help you out or you could always go to www.webmd.com and use their search. It is a very good web site and you may find it very beneficial. Take care now and be PAIN FREE! Love Ya! We Will Win Love Y'all Bob & Carole Dad & Mom Panama City, FL Please Visit the Stills Disease Web Site At www.stillsdisease.org -- Pharmacist question Hi all, If I am correct, I believe there is at least one pharmacist on our list here - though I am so sorry I can't remember her name! I've been doing some research on drugs that I am allergic or hypersensitive to and have found that most of them mention having an atropine-like or anticholinergic action. From what I've read, it seems that atropine-like and anticholinergic are the same thing, right? Can anyone explain in easy terms what anticholinergic means and what drugs (or classes of drugs) are likely to have this effect? Or, if anyone can refer to a good web site where I can find some info on this? Thanks in advance!!!! Trish in PAVisit the Still's Disease Message Boardhttp://disc.server.com/Indices/148599.htmlThe materials and information contained in this message are not intended to replace the services of a trained health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of physicians and/or other health care professionals. The International Still's Disease Foundation is not engaged in rendering medical or professional medical services. You should consult your physician on specific medical questions, particularly in matters requiring diagnosis or medical attention. The International Still's Disease Foundation makes no representations or warranties with respect to any treatment, action, application, medication or preparation by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. ion by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. ____________________________________________________ IncrediMail - Email has finally evolved - Click Here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 5, 2004 Report Share Posted March 5, 2004 Hi Trish -- It's Kate, from Largo, FL -- And while I appreciate everyone's early promotion -- I am preparing to go to Pharmacy School... I am not a pharmacist YET! Atropine is an anticholinergic agent -- so yes, they are the same thing. I can tell you that I did a quick search on the Walgreens website and found 65 matches to the word anticholinergic, so that would be a good way to get a short list of what drugs are anticholinergic. Here is a concise definition of it I found online through a google search: Anticholinergic: A drug that blocks the effects of acetylcholine, a substance produced by the body which is responsible for certain nervous system activities (parasympathetic). Drugs with anticholinergic effects (including antidepressants, antihistamines, antipsychotics, drugs for intestinal problems, antiparkinsonians) inhibit the secretion of acid in the stomach, slow the passage of food through the digestive system, inhibit the production of saliva, sweat, and bronchial secretions, and increase the heart rate and blood pressure. Adverse effects of these drugs include dry mouth, constipation, difficulty urinating, confusion, worsening of glaucoma, blurred vision, and short-term memory problems. I hope some of this helps, and if I can help any more, please let me know.. Love, Kate -- Largo, FL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 6, 2004 Report Share Posted March 6, 2004 Hi Kate, Thanks for the info - I appreciate your help! I will check out Walgreens web site and do that search. Trish in PA Re: Pharmacist question Hi Trish -- It's Kate, from Largo, FL -- And while I appreciate everyone's early promotion -- I am preparing to go to Pharmacy School... I am not a pharmacist YET! Atropine is an anticholinergic agent -- so yes, they are the same thing. I can tell you that I did a quick search on the Walgreens website and found 65 matches to the word anticholinergic, so that would be a good way to get a short list of what drugs are anticholinergic. Here is a concise definition of it I found online through a google search: Anticholinergic: A drug that blocks the effects of acetylcholine, a substance produced by the body which is responsible for certain nervous system activities (parasympathetic). Drugs with anticholinergic effects (including antidepressants, antihistamines, antipsychotics, drugs for intestinal problems, antiparkinsonians) inhibit the secretion of acid in the stomach, slow the passage of food through the digestive system, inhibit the production of saliva, sweat, and bronchial secretions, and increase the heart rate and blood pressure. Adverse effects of these drugs include dry mouth, constipation, difficulty urinating, confusion, worsening of glaucoma, blurred vision, and short-term memory problems. I hope some of this helps, and if I can help any more, please let me know.. Love, Kate -- Largo, FLVisit the Still's Disease Message Boardhttp://disc.server.com/Indices/148599.htmlThe materials and information contained in this message are not intended to replace the services of a trained health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of physicians and/or other health care professionals. The International Still's Disease Foundation is not engaged in rendering medical or professional medical services. You should consult your physician on specific medical questions, particularly in matters requiring diagnosis or medical attention. The International Still's Disease Foundation makes no representations or warranties with respect to any treatment, action, application, medication or preparation by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. ion by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 6, 2004 Report Share Posted March 6, 2004 Hi Kate, Thanks for the info - I appreciate your help! I will check out Walgreens web site and do that search. Trish in PA Re: Pharmacist question Hi Trish -- It's Kate, from Largo, FL -- And while I appreciate everyone's early promotion -- I am preparing to go to Pharmacy School... I am not a pharmacist YET! Atropine is an anticholinergic agent -- so yes, they are the same thing. I can tell you that I did a quick search on the Walgreens website and found 65 matches to the word anticholinergic, so that would be a good way to get a short list of what drugs are anticholinergic. Here is a concise definition of it I found online through a google search: Anticholinergic: A drug that blocks the effects of acetylcholine, a substance produced by the body which is responsible for certain nervous system activities (parasympathetic). Drugs with anticholinergic effects (including antidepressants, antihistamines, antipsychotics, drugs for intestinal problems, antiparkinsonians) inhibit the secretion of acid in the stomach, slow the passage of food through the digestive system, inhibit the production of saliva, sweat, and bronchial secretions, and increase the heart rate and blood pressure. Adverse effects of these drugs include dry mouth, constipation, difficulty urinating, confusion, worsening of glaucoma, blurred vision, and short-term memory problems. I hope some of this helps, and if I can help any more, please let me know.. Love, Kate -- Largo, FLVisit the Still's Disease Message Boardhttp://disc.server.com/Indices/148599.htmlThe materials and information contained in this message are not intended to replace the services of a trained health professional or to be a substitute for medical advice of physicians and/or other health care professionals. The International Still's Disease Foundation is not engaged in rendering medical or professional medical services. You should consult your physician on specific medical questions, particularly in matters requiring diagnosis or medical attention. The International Still's Disease Foundation makes no representations or warranties with respect to any treatment, action, application, medication or preparation by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. ion by any person following the information offered or provided within this support form. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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