Biological Therapies For Schizophrenia Flashcards
What are antipsychotics
Drugs used to reduce the intensity of symptoms of psychotic conditions
What are typical antipsychotics
The first generation of antipsychotic drugs (1950s). They target dopamine reducing the positive symptoms of schizophrenia. Can produce movement side effects
How do typical antipsychotic drugs work
Act as dopamine antagonists (works against dopamine)- they bind to dopamine receptors at the post synaptic neuron and block the action on dopamine
What are atypical antipsychotics
The second generation of antipsychotic drugs. They target dopamine and serotonin, reducing positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia
How do atypical antipsychotic drugs work
Also act as dopamine antagonists, but also block the action of serotonin
How do atypical antipsychotic drugs work
Also act as dopamine antagonists, but also block the action of serotonin
What is an example of a typical antipsychotic
Chlorpromazine
What are 2 examples of atypical antipsychotics
Clozapine and Risperidone
What is a dopamine antagonist
Something that works against dopamine
Which type of antipsychotic causes severe side effects
Typical antipsychotics
