Tranquilisers are also known as
- psychosomatic durgs
- psychoterapeutic drugs
- psychosystolic drugs
- None of the above
The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
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Concepts Used:
Tranquilizers
Tranquilizers are central nervous system depressants that bring about a calming effect and induce mild sedative effects. Most of these drugs are derivatives of Barbituric acid-like Veronal, Mytal, Nembutal, Luminal, Seconal.
They are designed for the treatment of:
- Anxiety
- Tension
- Agitation
- Fear
- Disturbances in the mind
Specifically, to reduce states of anxiety and stress.
Mode of action- Acts on the central nervous system by blocking the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain.
Classification of Tranquillizers:
Tranquillizers come in two varieties:
Minor Tranquillizers also called anxiolytics are used for sedation and to treat anxiety. Today these drugs are called antianxiety medications. The major tranquilizers include:
- Benzodiazepines derivative
Ex: Diazepam, Chlordiazepoxide, Lorazepam, Nitrazepam
- Carbonate derivative
Ex: Meprobamate
- Miscellaneous
Ex: Hydroxy Lithium Carbonate
Major Tranquillizers also called neuroleptics were developed to treat psychiatric disorders including schizophrenia. These drugs combat hallucinations and other delusions. Usually prescribed for long terms, major Tranquillizers include phenothiazines, thioxanthenes, butyrophenones, clozapine and rauwolfia alkaloids. The major tranquilizers include:
- Phenothiazine Derivative
Ex: Chlorpromazine, Prochlorperazine, Trifluoperazine, Thiothiazine
- Butyrophenones Derivative
Ex: Haloperidol, Trifluperidol
- Rauwolfia Alkaloid
Ex: Reserpine
- Dibenzodiazepine derivative
Ex: Clozapine
- Thioxanthine derivative
Ex: Thioxanthenes