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Which drug is classified as a 2nd Generation Antipsychotic?
Which drug is classified as a 2nd Generation Antipsychotic?
- Bupropion
- Aripiprazole (correct)
- Clonazepam
- Alprazolam
What is the therapeutic classification of Citalopram?
What is the therapeutic classification of Citalopram?
- Benzodiazepine
- Tricyclic Antidepressant
- CNS Stimulant
- SSRI (correct)
Which medication is indicated for smoking cessation?
Which medication is indicated for smoking cessation?
- Buspirone Hydrochloride
- Desvenlafaxine
- Dexmethylphenidate Hydrochloride
- Bupropion (correct)
Identify the drug that belongs to the class of Tricyclic Antidepressants.
Identify the drug that belongs to the class of Tricyclic Antidepressants.
Which of the following is a Benzodiazepine used as an anticonvulsant?
Which of the following is a Benzodiazepine used as an anticonvulsant?
Which medication is classified as a 5-HT1A serotonin receptor partial agonist?
Which medication is classified as a 5-HT1A serotonin receptor partial agonist?
What is the main indication for the drug Bupropion?
What is the main indication for the drug Bupropion?
Which therapeutic classification does Aripiprazole belong to?
Which therapeutic classification does Aripiprazole belong to?
Identify the medication that serves dual purposes as both an antianxiety agent and anticonvulsant.
Identify the medication that serves dual purposes as both an antianxiety agent and anticonvulsant.
Which of the following is classified as a CNS stimulant?
Which of the following is classified as a CNS stimulant?
Flashcards
Antianxiety Agent
Antianxiety Agent
A type of medication that reduces anxiety and promotes relaxation.
Tricyclic Antidepressant
Tricyclic Antidepressant
A medication used to treat depression, characterized by a distinct chemical structure.
Antipsychotic
Antipsychotic
A medication used to treat psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia.
Stimulant, ADHD Agent
Stimulant, ADHD Agent
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SNRI
SNRI
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What is Xanax?
What is Xanax?
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What is Elavil?
What is Elavil?
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What is Adderall?
What is Adderall?
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What is Pristiq?
What is Pristiq?
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What is BuSpar?
What is BuSpar?
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Study Notes
Medications and Their Classifications
- Alprazolam (Xanax): Anti-anxiety agent, classified as a Benzodiazepine.
- Amitriptyline (Elavil): Antidepressant, classified as a Tricyclic Antidepressant.
- Aripiprazole (Abilify): Antipsychotic, classified as a 2nd Generation Antipsychotic.
- Bupropion (Wellbutrin XL, Zyban): Antidepressant; smoking cessation aid (Zyban), classified as a Monocyclic Antidepressant.
- Buspirone Hydrochloride (BuSpar): Anti-anxiety agent, classified as a 5-HT1A Serotonin receptor partial agonist.
- Carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Carnexiv, Epitol, Equetro, Tegretol, Tegretol-XR, Teril): Anticonvulsant, classified as a Carboxamide Anticonvulsant.
- Citalopram (Celexa): Antidepressant, classified as an SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor).
- Clonazepam (Klonopin): Anti-anxiety agent and anticonvulsant, classified as a Benzodiazepine.
- Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq, Khedezla): Antidepressant, classified as an SNRI (Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor).
- Dexmethylphenidate Hydrochloride (Focalin): Stimulant and ADHD agent, classified as a NE/DA reuptake inhibitor.
- Dextroamphetamine and related compounds (Adderall): Stimulant and ADHD agent, classified as a Central Nervous System (CNS) stimulant.
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