Pharmacotherapy: Nervous System Drugs Study Guide

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Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of action for the stimulants used in the treatment of ADHD?

  • Enhancing serotonin transmission (correct)
  • Inhibiting reuptake of dopamine and norepinephrine
  • Modulating glutamate receptor activity
  • Increasing dopamine and norepinephrine levels

Which of the following is a common adverse effect of the triptan medications used for migraine treatment?

  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Hyperglycemia
  • Bradycardia
  • Chest tightness (correct)

Which of the following anti-seizure medications is NOT a first-line treatment for generalized tonic-clonic seizures?

  • Lamotrigine (correct)
  • Valproic acid
  • Carbamazepine
  • Phenytoin

Which of the following is NOT a common adverse effect of carbidopa-levodopa (Sinemet) used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease?

<p>Thrombocytopenia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of serotonin syndrome, a potential adverse effect of certain antidepressants?

<p>Hyperthermia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is associated with adrenergic receptors?

<p>Norepinephrine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main MOA of Amitriptyline as an antidepressant?

<p>Beta-adrenergic blockade (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are common adverse effects of drugs that act as cholinergic agonists?

<p>Urinary retention and blurred vision (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is characteristic of tardive dyskinesia induced by antipsychotic medications?

<p>Involuntary facial movements (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary action of beta-adrenergic blockers like Metoprolol?

<p>Block beta-adrenergic receptors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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