Haloperidol's Mechanism of Action Is The

question 4

Multiple Choice

Haloperidol's mechanism of action is the:

• A)stimulation of dopamine-2 (D₂)receptors.
• B)blockade of dopamine-2 (D₂)receptors.
• C)stimulation of dopamine-1 (D₁)receptors.
• D)blockade of dopamine-1 (D₁)receptors.

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