Other names: PBA
Pseudobulbar affect (PBA) occurs secondary to a variety of otherwise unrelated neurological conditions, and is characterized by involuntary, sudden, and frequent episodes of laughing and/or crying. PBA episodes typically occur out of proportion or incongruent to the patient's underlying emotional state.
Drugs used to treat Pseudobulbar Affect
| Name | Drug Class |
|---|---|
| Dextromethorphan and quinidine | Miscellaneous central nervous system agents |
| Nuedexta | Miscellaneous central nervous system agents |
