CNS STIMULANTS MEDICATIONS

Question 1

What type of receptor does caffeine primarily act on?

Answer 1

Adenosine receptors

Question 2

True or False: Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Caffeine increases the release of ________ in the brain, enhancing alertness.

Answer 3

dopamine

Question 4

What is a common physiological effect of caffeine consumption?

Answer 4

Increased heart rate

Question 5

List one common use of caffeine.

Answer 5

To enhance mental alertness

Question 6

What is one potential adverse effect of excessive caffeine intake?

Answer 6

Anxiety

Question 7

Which of the following is a common drug interaction with caffeine? A) Warfarin B) Lithium C) Theophylline

Answer 7

C) Theophylline

Question 8

Short answer: How does caffeine affect sleep?

Answer 8

It can disrupt sleep patterns and reduce sleep quality.

Question 9

True or False: Caffeine tolerance can develop with regular use.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

What is the mechanism by which caffeine exerts its stimulant effects?

Answer 10

By blocking adenosine receptors