Category Archives: Antipsychotic Agents

Type of Drug: Atypical antipsychotic. How the Drug Works: The exact mechanism of action, like other drugs used to treat schizophrenia, is not known. Benzisoxazole drugs may work by antagonizing dopamine type 2 and Sheraton type 2 receptors in the … Continue reading →

Type of Drug: Typical (conventional) antipsychotics. How the Drug Works: The mechanism of action is not well defined, but thought to be related to central dopamine receptor antagonist activity. Uses: Haloperidol is used in the management of manifestations of serious … Continue reading →