Anxiolytics and Hypnotics — MCQs

Which of the following neurotransmitters is NOT suspected to be involved in the pathophysiology of schizophrenia?

Modafinil is approved by FDA for treatment of all except:

How do benzodiazepines exert their sedative effects?

Which of the following actions is NOT associated with tricyclic antidepressants?

Diazepam poisoning is treated by:

Drug of choice for night terrors:

Which of the following dependence-causing drugs is most commonly abused worldwide?

A 34-year-old woman with bipolar I disorder has been maintained on lithium carbonate 900 mg/day for the past 18 months with good mood stabilisation. She presents to the outpatient clinic complaining of a worsening skin condition that began approximately 3 months after starting lithium. Her serum lithium level is 0.8 mEq/L (therapeutic range). She has no prior personal or family history of skin disease. Over the past 6 weeks, she has been using a moderate-potency topical corticosteroid prescribed by her dermatologist with no meaningful improvement; the eruption has continued to spread and now involves the face, scalp, and upper back, causing significant distress and social impairment. A dermatology referral photograph is shown (Image 1). Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management?

A 35-year-old woman started on haloperidol for acute psychosis develops fever (102°F/38.9°C), severe muscle rigidity, altered mental status, and autonomic instability 3 days after medication initiation. Laboratory studies show creatine kinase of 15,000 U/L and white blood cell count of 16,000/mm³. Apply the most appropriate management approach.

Which antipsychotic has anti-suicidal properties?