This drug is used generally as somnorific. 5-HT4 agonists. Cisapride is a serotonin and cholinergic agonist used as a prokinetic drug, it was withdrawn from the U.S. market because of cardiovascular toxicity.Non-selective agonists. Ergotamine activates a more than one subtype of 5-HT receptor, it binds to 5-HT1A, 5-HT1D, 5-HT1B, D2 and norepinephrine receptors.his drug is used generally as somnorific. 5-HT4 agonists. Cisapride is a serotonin and cholinergic agonist used as a prokinetic drug, it was withdrawn from the U.S. market because of cardiovascular toxicity.
Lower extremity venography is a test used to see the veins in the leg. X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation like light, but of higher energy, so they can go through the body to form an image on film.
Arterial Doppler Exam. An Arterial Doppler evaluates the arterial blood flow of the body. It is used many times to evaluate the arteries of the legs. It may be ordered when there is suspicion on exam or with symptoms suggestive of blockage of the arteries. There is no radiation for this test as it uses sound waves and pressure cuffs.