NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Which is not a mood stabilizer used in bipolar drug treatment?

Lithium
Valproate
Aripiprazole
Lamotrigine

The correct answer is: Aripiprazole

Aripiprazole is an atypical antipsychotic medication commonly used in the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder as an adjunct to other medications. While aripiprazole is effective in managing symptoms of bipolar disorder, it is not traditionally classified as a mood stabilizer. The other options provided, lithium, valproate, and lamotrigine, are considered classic mood stabilizers commonly used in the management of bipolar disorder due to their efficacy in stabilizing mood swings and preventing both manic and depressive episodes.