Key Areas in Neuropharmacology (3)
Psychiatric Disorders
- Depression: Antidepressants such as SSRIs, SNRIs (Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors), and tricyclics are used to correct neurotransmitter imbalances in the brain.
- Schizophrenia: Antipsychotic drugs, both typical and atypical, target dopamine receptors to manage symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions