Asked by Megan Pfohl on Feb 29, 2024

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Which of the following drugs is a first-generation neuroleptic drug?

A) Clozaril
B) Risperdal
C) Zyprexa
D) Thorazine

First-Generation Neuroleptic

A class of antipsychotic drugs developed in the 1950s, used primarily to treat schizophrenia and other severe mental disorders.

Thorazine

A medication primarily used to treat psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, known chemically as chlorpromazine.

Clozaril

A brand name for clozapine, an antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia when other treatments have failed.

  • Distinguish between the characteristics of first-generation and second-generation antipsychotic medications.
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Taelor DentonFeb 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Thorazine is a first-generation (typical) antipsychotic drug, also known as a neuroleptic drug, which was introduced in the 1950s. Clozaril, Risperdal, and Zyprexa are second-generation (atypical) antipsychotic drugs.