Schizophrenia Flashcards
1
Q
Typical antipsychotics
A
- Chlorpromazine (LP)
- Trifluoperazine (MP)
- Flupenthixol (HP)
- Haloperidol
2
Q
Atypical antipsychotics
A
- Amisulpride
- Clotiapine
- Clozapine
- Risperidone
3
Q
Which atypical antipsychotic has a high frequency of extrapyramidal effects?
A
Clotiapine
4
Q
Which atypical antipsychotic is kept as last line treatment and why?
A
- Clozapine
- Due to dangerous side effects
5
Q
Which atypical antipsychotic has a high frequency of hyperprolactinaemia?
A
Risperidone
6
Q
Which atypical antipsychotics are used for refractory schizophrenia?
A
- Clotiapine
- Clozapine
7
Q
Which treatments are used for neuroleptic malignant syndrome?
A
- Discontinuation of antipsychotic treatment
- Dopamine agonists