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Central Nervous System Stimulants
Mind map: Central nervous system stimulants
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Central Nervous System Stimulants
Anatomy & Physiology
- Results from either excessive stimulation or blockade of excitory neurons; Stimulates specific areas in brain or spinal cord
- Receptors for excitory neurotransmitters; Dopamine, Noepinephrine, serotonin
Pharmacology
- Drugs
- DRUGS: methylphenidate (Ritalin) , amphetamine, dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine), Adderall, caffeine •
- Adverse Effects: • CNS stimulation • Weight loss • Cardiovascular effects (dysrhythmias, chest pain, BP)
- Expected Action: Release norepinephrine and dopamine and prevent their reuptake in CNS
- Contraindications/Precautions: Caution: hyperthyroidism, heart disease, glaucoma, Hx of drug abuse, MAOIs
- Interactions: MAOIs hypertensive crisis Caffeine CNS stimulant effects Phenytoin, warfarin, phenobarbital Inhibited metabolism of these levelsOTC cold & decongestants CNS stimulant effects
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