Category Archives: Antipsychotic Agents

Type of Drug: Atypical antipsychotic. How the Drug Works: Atypical anti psychotics act upon several neurotransmitter systems, including antagonism at one or more types of dopamine receptors, antagonism at alphacadrenergic receptors, and activity at muscarinic, histamine H1 , or nicotinic … Continue reading →

Type of Drug: Typical (conventional) antipsychotic. How the Drug Works: The exact mechanism is not known. Drugs of this type usually work by altering nerve transmission in the brain. Uses: For the management of the manifestations of psychotic mental disorders … Continue reading →