Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
What action do sympathomimetic drugs have in the body?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Sympathomimetic drugs mimic the effects of the sympathetic nervous system. They stimulate alpha and beta adrenergic receptors, leading to increased intraocular pressure by promoting aqueous humor production. This is beneficial in treating conditions like glaucoma. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because sympathomimetic drugs typically result in increased blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration due to their stimulatory effects on the sympathetic nervous system.