Medications Flashcards
EPS side effects
akathsia, parkinsonism, dystonia, tardive dyskinesia
medications to reduce EPS side effects
cogentin, artane
antipsychotic medication which blocks and enhances dopamine
Abilify
antipsychotic medication: 1st generation dopamine antagonists (6)
thorazine, haldol, prolixin, mellaril, stelazine, navane
antipsychotic medication: 2nd generation atypical dopamine antagonists (9)
clozapine, risperdal, zyprexa, seroquel, geodon, invega, fanapt, saphris, latuda
anticholinergic side effects are due to
blockage of acetycholine receptors
Orthostatic hypotension occurs due to
blockage of adrenergic receptors
orthostatic hypotension is a common side effect with this medication
clozaril