Antimanics, also known as mood stabilizers, are a class of medications primarily used to treat bipolar disorder, a mental health condition characterized by episodes of mania or hypomania alternating with episodes of depression. These medications help stabilize mood fluctuations and prevent or reduce the severity of manic or depressive episodes. Classification of Antimanics Antimanics can … Read more
Antipsychotics, also known as neuroleptics, are a class of medications primarily used to manage symptoms of psychosis. Psychosis is a mental health condition characterised by a disconnection from reality, which can manifest as hallucinations, delusions, disrupted thought patterns, and impaired insight. Antipsychotic drugs work by modulating neurotransmitter activity, particularly dopamine, in the brain to alleviate … Read more
Quetiapine is an antipsychotic medication that is primarily used to treat various mental health conditions. It belongs to the class of atypical antipsychotics and works by affecting certain neurotransmitters in the brain to help manage symptoms associated with conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. Quetiapine comes in different forms, including oral … Read more
