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Veterinary Technician

Category - Pharmacology

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When discussing drug interactions, what is the term used to describe a drug that mimics a natural body substance or normal function when interacting with a receptor?

Antagonist
Agonist
Annoyance
Additionist

Explanation

Answer: B - An agonistic drug is one that, when interacting with its receptor, reacts similarly to a natural substance found within the body. Bethanechol chloride is a drug that is similar to the natural chemical acetylcholine and produces the similar effects at terminal nerve endings causing muscle contraction.

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