Drug reference
pimavanserin
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Drug class
Central Nervous System (Anti Psychotic)
Mechanism of action
Selective serotonin inverse agonist and antagonist activity preferentially targeting 5-HT2A receptors believed to play an important role in psychosis
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Gait instability
- Hallucination
- Confusional state
- Peripheral edema
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is pimavanserin?
pimavanserin belongs to: Central Nervous System.
How does pimavanserin work?
Selective serotonin inverse agonist and antagonist activity preferentially targeting 5-HT2A receptors believed to play an important role in psychosis
What are the common side effects of pimavanserin?
Constipation, Nausea, Gait instability, Hallucination, Confusional state, Peripheral edema
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