10 Questions
What is the mechanism by which some drugs can alter synaptic transmission by preventing storage of neurotransmitters in vesicles?
Drug prevents storage of neurotransmitter in vesicles
Which type of drugs can alter synaptic transmission by inhibiting postsynaptic receptors?
Antipsychotics/Neuroleptics
Which class of psychiatric drugs is used to stabilize mood?
Mood Stabilizers
What is the role of autoreceptors in the release of neurotransmitters?
Drug stimulates autoreceptors; inhibit release of neurotransmitter
What is the primary mechanism by which antipsychotic/neuroleptic drugs alter synaptic transmission?
Inhibiting postsynaptic receptors
Which mechanism do antidepressants primarily use to alter synaptic transmission?
Drug stimulates autoreceptors; inhibit release of neurotransmitter
Which neurotransmitter alteration mechanism is primarily targeted by mood stabilizers?
Inhibiting neurotransmitter synthesis
Which mechanism do sedative-hypnotic drugs primarily use to alter synaptic transmission?
Stimulating release of neurotransmitters
Which class of psychiatric drugs primarily serves as a neurotransmitter precursor?
Antidepressants
How do antianxiety/anxiolytic drugs primarily alter synaptic transmission?
Stimulating autoreceptors and inhibiting release of neurotransmitters
Test your knowledge of psychiatric drugs with this quiz on antidepressants, mood stabilizers, antianxiety/anxiolytics, sedative-hypnotics, and antipsychotics/neuroleptics. Explore the mechanisms by which these drugs can be used to treat various psychiatric disorders.
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