Miotine
Miotine
Miotine (pronounced: my-oh-teen) is a medical term often used in the field of neurology and pharmacology.
Etymology
The term 'Miotine' is derived from the Greek words 'myo' meaning muscle and 'tine' meaning tension.
Definition
Miotine is a type of cholinergic drug that is used to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system. It is often used in the treatment of conditions such as glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, and certain types of urinary incontinence.
Usage
Miotine works by mimicking the action of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine. This neurotransmitter is responsible for transmitting signals in the nervous system. By mimicking acetylcholine, Miotine can stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system, which helps to control functions such as heart rate, digestion, and salivation.
Related Terms
- Cholinergic: Refers to the cells, receptors, and drugs that work on or mimic the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.
- Parasympathetic Nervous System: One of the two main divisions of the autonomic nervous system, the other being the sympathetic nervous system. The parasympathetic system is responsible for stimulation of "rest-and-digest" or "feed and breed" activities.
- Acetylcholine: A neurotransmitter, a substance that transmits nerve impulses across a synapse. Acetylcholine is derived from choline and acetyl coenzyme A.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Miotine
- Wikipedia's article - Miotine
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