Which of the Following Drugs Is Known to Reduce Tics

question 149

Multiple Choice

Which of the following drugs is known to reduce tics and increase cognitive abilities in children diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) ?

• A)Ritalin
• B)Guanfacine
• C)Dexedrine
• D)Adderall

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Definitions:

Naloxone

A medication used to block the effects of opioids, especially in overdose, by quickly reversing respiratory depression.

Cocaine

A powerful stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the coca plant, which is used medicinally as a local anesthetic but is also abused for its euphoric effects.

CNS

Central Nervous System, consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing and sending out signals.

Autonomic Division

A part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, including the heart rate and digestion.