Question
Pharmacology Question on Treatment of poisoning
An elderly woman received a botox injection for the treatment of wrinkles. Which of the following is the mechanism of action of botulinum toxin?
A
Inhibits the release of acetylcholine
B
Release of noradrenaline at synaptic cleft
C
Selectively and irreversibly inhibits nicotinic receptors
D
Stimulates muscarinic and nicotinic receptors
Answer
Inhibits the release of acetylcholine
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A) : Inhibits the release of acetylcholine