Overview Chap 22 Anticonvulsant, Antiparkinsonian, and Alzheimer's Drugs

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In this chapter, let’s look at the “brains” of this operation.

The neurologic system is made up of the brain, spinal chord, and nerves throughout the body. Chemical neurotransmitters in the brain signal the maintenance needs of the body to keep it in homeostasis. If however, there is damage to the neurons or an imbalance in the neurotransmitters, the signals may be irregular or distorted. In this chapter, you will be introduced to neurologic disorders, their etiology, and their associated symptoms. The medication families covered in this chapter help to treat or relieve some of the neurologic symptoms, which can include uncontrolled movement disorders such as seizures, restless leg syndrome, and Parkinson’s disease, as well as symptoms of dementia of the Alzheimer’s type.

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