Drug class

What are anxiolytics?

Medications that reduce anxiety and promote calmness.

What are benzodiazepines?

Medications that enhance GABA activity in the brain, producing calming and sedating effects.

What are SSRIs?

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors; antidepressants that increase serotonin availability in the brain.

What are TCAs?

Tricyclic antidepressants that increase serotonin and norepinephrine activity.

What are MAOIs?

Stop the monoamine oxidase enzyme from breaking down serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. This increases the levels of all three neurotransmitters

What are mood stabilizers?

Medications that help control mood changes, especially in bipolar disorder.

What are antipsychotics?

Medications used to manage psychosis, including hallucinations and delusions.

What are anticonvulsants?

Medications that reduce abnormal electrical activity in the brain to prevent or control seizures.

What are antiparkinsonian medications?

Medications that help manage Parkinson's symptoms by improving dopamine activity.

What are immunomodulators?

Medications that modify the activity of the immune system.

What are triptans?

Medications that act on serotonin receptors to relieve migraine symptoms.

What are CNS stimulants?

Medications that increase central nervous system activity, alertness, and attention.

What is nicotine replacement therapy?

Treatment that provides nicotine to reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings when quitting smoking.