Curare poisoning is characterised by________________?
Correct answer: B. Hypotension
- A. Hypertension
- B. Hypotension
- C. Doesn't release histamine
- D. Oral route of administration is the best route
Explanation
Curare blocks nicotinic receptors at the neuromuscular junction and can cause hypotension, partly because some preparations release histamine. The statement that it does not release histamine is therefore incorrect.
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