Side effects of psychotropic drugs (receptor based)
The main side effects of psychotropic drugs are listed in the table below. This is just a list of the more common side effects that come up in the exams.
| Receptor | Side effects |
|---|---|
| Antidopaminergic effects | Galactorrhoea, gynecomastia, menstrual disturbance, lowered sperm count, reduced libido, Parkinsonism, dystonia, akathisia, tardive dyskinesia |
| Anticholinergic central M1 | Memory impairment, confusion |
| Anticholinergic peripheral M1 | Dry mouth, blurred vision, glaucoma, sinus tachycardia, urinary retention, constipation |
| Histaminergic H1 | Weight gain, sedation |
| Adrenergic alpha 1 antagonism | Orthostatic hypotension, sexual dysfunction, sedation |
