Neuropharmacology

Anti-manic drugs: Lithium and others

Introduction Mania is a hallmark feature of bipolar disorder and is characterized by heightened mood, increased energy, decreased need for sleep, racing thoughts,

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Pre-Anesthetic Medication in Clinical Practice

Introduction Pre-anesthetic medications (premedicants) have been integral to anesthetic practice since the early days of surgical anesthesia. Their rational use

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Drugs Used as Mood Stabilizers

Introduction Mood disorders—including bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and certain forms of unipolar depression—are chronic and debilitating mental health conditions. Characterized

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