Central Nervous System Drugs Flashcards
It is a process wherein the neurotransmitters are carried across the gaps between neurons and postsynaptic cells
Synaptic Transmission
It impedes the entry of drugs into the brain
Blood Brain Barrier
It is a state in which abrupt or sudden discontinuation of drug administration creates a withdrawal syndrome
Physical Dependence
It is the decreased response occurring in the course of prolonged drug use
Tolerance
It is a disorder that has the characteristics of being inattentive, unable to concentrate and restless
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
It is a drug that is used to treat ADHD
Methylprenidate
It is a disorder that is characterized by falling asleep during normal waking activities.
Narcolepsy
It is a drug used in the treatment of Narcolepsy.
Modafinil
It is a drug that stimulates respiration.
Xanthine
These drugs directly or indirectly cause Dopamine receptor activation
Dopaminergic drugs
These are drugs that block receptors for Acetylcholine.
Anticholinergic drugs
It is a group of disorders characterized by excessive excitability of neurons in the Central Nervous System.
Epilepsy
It is the phenomenon where the excitation spreads widely throughout both hemispheres of the brain.
Generalized seizures
It is defined as the involuntary contraction of a muscle.
Muscle spasm
It occurs when there’s an abrupt withdrawal from a substance to which the client is physically dependent on.
Abstinence Syndrome
