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3. Neurological System Disorders > Medications (Neuro.) > Flashcards

Medications (Neuro.) Flashcards

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benzodiazepines

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antispasticity drug

SCI

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botox

botulinum toxin

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medication to reelax m. to dec. m. stiffness and inc. controlled movement

SCI

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Levodopa

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metabolic precursor of dopamine

Side effects: nausea, dyskinesia

PD

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Sinemet

(carbidopa/levodopa)

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used to treat PD for stiffness/tremors

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Anticholinergics

(Benadryl, Artane, Cogentin)

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to treat ridigity and tremors

PD

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Amantadine

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dopamine releasers

PD

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Donepezil (Aricept)

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  1. Used for AZ patients to improve mental function (memory, attention/ability to interact with others, speak, think clearly, perform ADLs.
  2. Side effect: causes dizziness/fall risk

Cholinesterase inhiibitors

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