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​Pharmacology -  Chlorpromazine

1/3/2024

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​Pharmacology -  Chlorpromazine 
It is  an antipsychotic medication. Both apathy and inertia are present. Reduced aggression. An antiemetic agent also

Method of Operation 
Dopamine D2 receptors in the mesolimbic and mesocortical pathways are subject to competitive antagonism. It is possible that slower alterations in neurotransmission occur, despite the fact that clinical benefits are delayed, despite the fact that receptor inhibition occurs immediately.Orally or intramuscularly to be administered. 16–32 hours of time. In addition, there is an intramuscular depot version of fluphenazine decanoate.

Use in Clinical Settings 
Schizophrenia and other psychotic states (with a lower level of effectiveness against psychotic symptoms). During the manic phase of bipolar illness. Tourette syndrome is a condition. Nausea and vomiting are symptoms. Child aggression is a problem. Horrible hiccups recurring.

Adverse Effects
Sedation can be felt. EPS, which includes dystonias and Parkinsonian symptoms, was decreased by the effect of antimuscarinics.
Some examples of endocrine effects include galactorrhea, gynecomastia, and weight gain. effects that are antimuscarinic, such as dry mouth and constipation. Anti-adrenoceptor antagonism is the cause of hypotension. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is a rare but quite dangerous condition. Hypersensitivity responses. Agranulocytosis is the condition. There is hepatotoxicity.
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