Conventional Antipsychotic Medication Flashcards
(54 cards)
What is the generic name for Thorazine?
Chlorpromazine
What is the primary action of conventional antipsychotic medications?
To block dopamine receptors in the brain.
True or False: Conventional antipsychotics are effective in treating positive symptoms of schizophrenia.
True
What is the generic name for Haldol?
Haloperidol
Fill in the blank: Conventional antipsychotics are also known as __________ antipsychotics.
typical
What are some common side effects of conventional antipsychotics?
Extrapyramidal symptoms, sedation, and anticholinergic effects.
Which conventional antipsychotic is often used for acute psychosis?
Haloperidol
What is the generic name for Prolixin?
Fluphenazine
True or False: Conventional antipsychotics can cause tardive dyskinesia.
True
What is the action of fluphenazine?
It blocks dopamine receptors in the brain.
What is the generic name for Stelazine?
Trifluoperazine
Which side effect is characterized by involuntary movements?
Tardive dyskinesia
True or False: Conventional antipsychotics are recommended for long-term treatment of schizophrenia.
True
What is the generic name for Navane?
Thiothixene
Fill in the blank: Conventional antipsychotics primarily target __________ receptors.
dopamine
What is one advantage of conventional antipsychotics?
They are effective in reducing positive symptoms of schizophrenia.
Which conventional antipsychotic is often associated with weight gain?
Chlorpromazine
What is the mechanism of action for typical antipsychotics?
Dopamine D2 receptor antagonism.
True or False: Conventional antipsychotics can be used to treat anxiety disorders.
False
What is the generic name for Compazine?
Prochlorperazine
What type of symptoms do conventional antipsychotics primarily address?
Positive symptoms
Fill in the blank: __________ is a common extrapyramidal side effect of conventional antipsychotics.
Akathisia
What is the generic name for Mellaril?
Thioridazine
Which conventional antipsychotic is known for its sedative properties?
Chlorpromazine