Full 2L QBank
Pharmacology C.N.S bb9bc4b9

The mechanism of action of haloperidol is the blockage of

A
Serotonin receptor
B
GABA receptor
C
Dopamine receptor
D
Adrenergic receptor
High-Yield Explanation
(C) Dopamine receptor # Haloperidol, Trifluperidol, Droperidol, Penfluridol are Butyrophenones and act as antipsychotic drugs.> All antipsychotic (except clozapine like) have potent dopamine D2 receptor blocking action.> So, it is clear that Haloperidol act by blocking dopamine receptor.> Uses of haloperidol are in acute schizophrenia, Huntington's disease.> Clozapine has significant 5-HT2 and at blocking action.> Dopaminergic blockade in basal ganglia cause extrapyramidal sign while that in CTZ is responsible for antiemel action.

Related Pharmacology MCQs

Practice 2,00,000+ NEET PG Questions Free

Timed mock tests, mistake queue analytics, audio lectures & zero attempt limits on i❤️Exams.

Start Free Mock Test Now