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Atropine

Preeti Patel, Kevin McLendon  1 , Charles V. Preuss  2
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Atropine

Preeti Patel et al.
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Atropine is an anticholinergic agent that functions as a competitive, reversible antagonist of muscarinic receptors. This educational activity presents a detailed review of atropine's mechanism of action, FDA-approved indications, and off-label applications relevant to current clinical practice. Therapeutic uses include management of organophosphate poisoning, symptomatic bradycardia, and reduction of vagal tone or secretions during procedural care. Adverse drug reactions, contraindications, and warnings are addressed to support safe and effective use.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Preeti Patel declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Kevin McLendon declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Charles Preuss declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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