Clozapine Is Referred to as an "Atypical" Antischizophrenic Drug Because

question 80

Multiple Choice

Clozapine is referred to as an "atypical" antischizophrenic drug because it

• A) reverses both positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
• B) has little blocking action within the striatum.
• C) is more potent at blocking D2 receptors than D4 receptors.
• D) effectively treats schizophrenia, but also produces motor side effects.
• E) does not induce mania.

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