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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?

Thrombocytopenia (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

Hyperthermia (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is associated with adrenergic receptors?

Norepinephrine (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main MOA of Amitriptyline as an antidepressant?

Beta-adrenergic blockade (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

Urinary retention and blurred vision (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Involuntary facial movements (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

Block beta-adrenergic receptors (B) Signup and view all the answers