CNS Drugs and Their Effects Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a typical effect of a CNS stimulant?

• Increased alertness

• Reduced fatigue

• Decreased heart rate

• Enhanced focus

A drug used for treating anxiety and status epilepticus that falls under Central Nervous System agents is:

• Adinazolam

• Adipiplon

• Agomelatine

• Afloqualone

Which of the following is an example of a CNS depressant?

• Amphetamine

• Benzodiazepine

• Cocaine

• Methylphenidate

Which class of drugs is often used for the emergency treatment of seizures?

• Beta-blockers

• Opioids

• Antibiotics

• Benzodiazepines

Drugs that block the reuptake of neurotransmitters are often referred to as:

• Antagonists

• Agonists

• Enzymes

• Ion channels

Which of the following is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)?

• Amitriptyline

• Diazepam

• Fluoxetine

• Haloperidol

Antipsychotic medications are primarily used to treat:

• Anxiety disorders

• Major depressive disorder

• Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders

• Obsessive-compulsive disorder

What is the major neurotransmitter targeted by most antipsychotic drugs?

• Serotonin

• GABA

• Dopamine

• Norepinephrine

Which of the following is a common side effect of tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)?

• Weight loss

• Insomnia

• Anticholinergic effects

• Increased libido

Benzodiazepines exert their effects primarily by enhancing the action of:

• Acetylcholine

• Serotonin

• GABA

• Norepinephrine