Central Nervous System Pharmacology — Flashcards

Opiate receptor activation causes _____ of K+ channels

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

_____ is a nootropic agent (a drug that enhances cognitive function) that is used off-label to enhance memory and to treat myoclonus.

_____ is a selective non-competitive antagonist of the AMPA-type glutamate receptor.

Hint: Anti-epileptic

Which SNRI is contraindicated in closed-angle glaucoma?_____

The drug used for refractory intractable rheumatic chorea is _____

_____ is a benzodiazepine that is also called the date rape drug or roofie.

Which dopamine receptor agonist is associated with antioxidant effect?_____

_____ is the first line of management in the treatment of focal seizures.

_____ causes dissociative anesthesia.