Central Nervous System Pharmacology — Flashcards

Neuro/Psych_____ increase Cl- conductance by increasing the frequency of channel opening (frequency or duration)

_____ is a κ-opioid receptor agonist and μ-opioid receptor partial agonist

_____ is a very weak μ-opioid receptor agonist that also inhibits 5-HT and norepinephrine reuptake

_____ is a 5HT2A/2C receptor antagonist indicated in insomnia.

_____ is a vasodilator of the inner ear used in the treatment of Meniere's disease

Neuro/Psych _____ is an IV anesthetic that exerts its effect via inhibition of NMDA receptors

Neuro/Psych_____ is a melatonin receptor agonist used to treat insomnia especially in transient sleep disorders like jet lag and shift work transition

Interferon _____ may be used to treat multiple sclerosis

Opiate receptor activation causes _____ of K+ channels

Neuro/Psych _____ is a peripheral COMT inhibitor used to increase the bioavailability of levodopa