Carbapenems can only be given through an intravenous drip, which usually does not cause irritation at the injection site. If you have a severe allergy to penicillin, you generally should not be given a carbapenem. However, many patients with a mild or moderate allergy can tolerate carbapenems.
Alpha-1 adrenergic agonists. Alpha-1 adrenergic agonists stimulate alpha-1 receptors coupled to G proteins and phospholipase C. They can be classified in two groups: those which do not cross the blood-brain barrier and have peripheral effects and those which penetrate into the brain and have mainly central effects. Alpha-1 agonists with peripheral effects.
A drug that is an agonist attaches itself to receptors in the brain, and then produces a chemical reaction. For example, heroin is an opioid agonist. It binds to opioid receptors that control pleasure and pain, the result being a feeling of euphoria and well being.Other examples of opioid agonists, sometimes referred to as âfull agonists,â are oxycodone, morphine and opium.or example, heroin is an opioid agonist. It binds to opioid receptors that control pleasure and pain, the result being a feeling of euphoria and well being. Other examples of opioid agonists, sometimes referred to as âfull agonists,â are oxycodone, morphine and opium.