Central Nervous System Drugs Flashcards
It is the study of drugs that alter processes controlled by the nervous system
Neuropharmacology
Regulates other cells through process by which information is carried across the gap between neuron and postsynaptic cell
synaptic transmission
It impedes the entry of drugs into the brain
Blood brain barrier
Used for psychiatric disorders, suppression of seizures, relief of pain, production of anesthesia
CNS Drugs
Regulates other cells by conducting an action potential down the axon of the neuron
axonal conduction
A state in which abrupt discontinuation of shrug use will precipitate a withdrawal syndrome
Physical dependence
Meaning of “ADHD”
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
It is characterized by falling asleep during normal waking activities such as driving or talking
Narcolepsy
Decreased response occurring in the course of prolonged drug use
Tolerance
A traditional antiepileptic medication that works only on absence seizures
Ethosuximide (Zarontin)
The most commonly prescribed anticonvulsant drug and is given to stabilize nerve cells to keep them from getting overly excited
Phenytoin
This stimulant stimulates the release of Norepinephrine and Dopamine from the brain and SNS
Amphetamines
Meaning of “COPD”
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder
A traditional antiepileptic medication that works on all types of seizures
Valproic Acid (Depakote)
It is under the therapeutic classification of sedative-hypnotic and is usually used for anti-anxiety medications
Benzodiazepines
