True or False. 1. Reboxetine exerts its therapeutic effects by stimulating the reuptake of neurotransmitters. 2. Lithium Carbonate is not effective in the management of rapid cycling bipolar disorder. 3. Tegaserod is a serotonin receptor antagonist previously indicated for IBS. 4. An inhibitory neurotransmitter prevents a neuron from firing an action potential.

True or False. 1. Reboxetine exerts its therapeutic effects by stimulating the reuptake of neurotransmitters. 2. Lithium Carbonate is not effective in the management of rapid cycling bipolar disorder. 3. Tegaserod is a serotonin receptor antagonist previously indicated for IBS. 4. An inhibitory neurotransmitter prevents a neuron from firing an action potential.

Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions

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Chapter20: Psychotropic Medications, Alcohol, And Drug Abuse

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