Pharmacology – MCQ 99 – Difference between typical and atypical antipsychotics
The major difference between typical and atypical antipsychotics is that:
A. The latter cause minimal or no increase in prolactin
B. The former cause tardive dyskinesia
C. The former are available as parenteral preparations
D. The latter cause substantial sedation
Correct answer : B. The former cause tardive dyskinesia
Typical antipsychotics cause extrapyramidal side effects like tardive dyskinesia.