ANALEPTICS
\ˌane͡ɪlˈɛptɪks], \ˌaneɪlˈɛptɪks], \ˌa_n_eɪ_l_ˈɛ_p_t_ɪ_k_s]\
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A loosely defined group of drugs that tend to increase behavioral alertness, agitation, or excitation. They work by a variety of mechanisms, but usually not by direct excitation of neurons. The many drugs that have such actions as side effects to their main therapeutic use are not included here.
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SQ10,643
- A serotonin antagonist with limited antihistaminic, anticholinergic, and immunosuppressive activity.