dopamine antagonist
Blocks reward signals
A dopamine antagonist is a drug that blocks dopamine receptors in the brain, reducing or preventing dopamine's effects.
These medications treat conditions where dopamine activity is excessive or dysregulated—schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, severe nausea.
Antipsychotics are the most common class.
Side effects may include movement disorders, since dopamine also controls motor function.
- antipsychoticDrug treating psychosis
- haloperidolDopamine-blocking psychiatric medication
- chlorpromazinePhenothiazine antipsychotic drug
- risperdalAtypical antipsychotic medication
- schizophreniaPsychotic disorder with delusions
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dopamine antagonistdopamine agonist
Compound mimicking neurotransmitter action
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