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What is the mechanism of action of antipsychotic drugs?
What is the mechanism of action of antipsychotic drugs?
- Inhibiting GABA activity
- Increasing serotonin levels
- Enhancing dopamine release
- Blocking dopamine receptors (correct)
Which of the following is not a common adverse effect of antipsychotic drugs?
Which of the following is not a common adverse effect of antipsychotic drugs?
- Weight gain
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
- Dry mouth
- Increased libido (correct)
Which of the following is an example of a first-generation antipsychotic drug?
Which of the following is an example of a first-generation antipsychotic drug?
- Olanzapine
- Haloperidol (correct)
- Risperidone
- Clozapine
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