Cholinergic activation of these higher areas was thought to result in the meaningless images that make up our dreams.
This structure is defined, in part, as the place where adenosine acts on A1 receptors of cholinergic neurons.
Parasympathomimetic (miotic) agents, including cholinergic and anticholinesterase agents
The Stem bark, root bark, twigs, stalks and seeds of the plant are used as hypotensive, non-cholinergic, relaxant smooth musculature, vasopressive, sympathicomimetic for inflammation and irritation of the upper respiratory system and the gastrointestinal tract.
Tau-phosphorylation is decreased and cholinergic function enhanced.
Amphetamine and other stimulants can create psychotic episodes which may be defined as bursts of dream activity erupting spontaneously into waking states, this is not due to the substance itself but rather a result of the prolonged suppression of cholinergic activity and REM sleep due to amphetamine or stimulant abuse.
Rivastigmine (sold under the trade name Exelon) is a parasympathomimetic or cholinergic agent for the treatment of mild to moderate dementia of the Alzheimer’s type and dementia due to Parkinson's disease.