CNS Stimulants

Question 1

CNS Stimulant Mechanism of Action

Answer 1

Either increase monoamine release or inhibit monoamine reuptake
Net result is increased Dopaminee activity in the synapse,

Question 2

Popular Stimulants and their Trade Name (4)

Answer 2

Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Amphetamine (Adderal)
Methamphetamine (Adipex)
Cocaine

Question 3

Cocaine

Answer 3

Powerful Stimulant. Topical anesthetic. Inhibits Monoamine Reuptake. Tachycardia, euphoria, depression as drug wears off. Not addictive unless in crack form…Snorted cocaine can still cause a physiologic dependence though.

Question 4

Meth and other amphetamines

Answer 4

Immediate stimulation and euphoria, high potential for addiction and abuse. Increases level of all NTs by inhibiting reuptake.

Question 5

Other Abused Stimulants

Answer 5

GHB- date rape drug

MDMA - ecstasy (meth derivative)

BAth Salts- amphetamine-like stimulant called Cathinones that look like epsom salt.