Psychopharmacology — Flashcards

_____ intoxication induces rapid cycling in bipolar disorder

For prophylaxis of acute mania the blood levels of lithium should be _____ mEq/L

Is ECT effective in reversing the extrapyramidal symptoms of neuroleptics?_____

Which antidepressants respond well in patients of hysteroid dysphoria?_____

Patient experiencing a negative psychodynamic effect due to their pessimistic attitude towards the medications or healthcare professionals, is said to have recieved a _____

What is the primary indication of lithium?_____

Which antidepressant (melatonin receptor agonist) is used for insomnia in major depressive disorder?

Which atypical antipsychotic has not been found useful in the treatment of tourette's syndrome?_____

SSRIs should be continued for _____ months after complete remission of symptoms in case of a single episode of depression.

Which modality provides a faster treatment response: ECT or TMS?