Which of the following statements is false, regarding atypical (second-generation) antipsychotic drugs?
a. The atypical antipsychotics have a very weak affinity for dopamine D2 receptors.
b. The dissociation constants of atypical antipsychotics are significantly higher than those of the typical antipsychotics.
c. One common debilitating side effect of the atypical antipsychotics is Parkinsonian-like tremor.
d. The atypical antipsychotics have high binding affinities for dopamine D3 and D4 receptors.
e. The atypical antipsychotics affect serotonergic neurotransmission by blocking 5-HT2A receptors.
Answer: C
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