Drug Therapy Flashcards
1
Q
Conventional Antipsychotics
A
Block action of dopamine (B~>D) by binding to RECEPTORS
2
Q
Atypical Antipsychotics
A
Occupy dopamine receptors and rapidly dissociate to allow normal dopamine transmission
3
Q
Antidepressants
A
Reduce the rate of absorption
OR
block the enzyme that breaks down neurotransmitters
4
Q
SSRIs block _______
A
block transporters which absorb the serotonin therefore increasing their levels
5
Q
Anti Anxiety (BZs)
A
BZs slow activity of the central nervous system
Enhance GABA relief. Alter neurotransmitters and reduce serotonin causing reduction of arousal
6
Q
Beta Blockers
A
Reduce adrenaline and noradrenaline.
Bind to the receptors in the heart and other parts of the body stimulated during arousal
