benzo; used most often as anticonvulsant, but has clinical use as tx of panic disorder
and seizure disorders. Long-term use = taper off since abrupt withdrawal can
precipitate status epilepticus. Also used for benzo withdrawal.
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Clonazepam (Klonopin)
novel antidepressant; seldom prescribed as antidepressant but frequently prescribed
for sleep in depressed individuals. Second most commonly prescribed drug for
insomnia. Adverse reaction is priapism.
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Trazodone (Desyrel)
,novel antidepressant (SNRIs). Drugs appear to combine best qualities of TCAs and
SSRIs. Low side-effect profile, but can cause insomnia and GI effects.
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duloxetine (Cymbalta)
first SSRI developed, frequently prescribed. Beyond typical use, also approved for tx
of bulimia, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, pain mgmt., smoking cessation. Long
half-life (10 days+) makes it ideal for pt who forget to take meds on time; missed dose
not crucial. Drugs that have high probability of SSRI interactions s/b held for up to 6
weeks as this SSRI washes out of the system. Available in once-weekly formulation;
fairly inexpensive.
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Fluoxetine (Prozac)
What types of drugs are used to treat bipolar disorder?
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Lithium, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, benzodiazepines, & calcium
channel blockers
atypical antipsychotic med; affect positive & negative symptoms b/c affects both
serotonin & dopamine. High potency—10-20 mg/day. Side effects—drowsiness,
, constipation, dry mouth, headache, rare EPS, NMS, significant weight gain. Available in
short-acting IM form.
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olanzepine (Zyprexa)
What novel antidepressants (SNRIs) are approved for treatment of GAD?
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Venlafaxine (Effexor), duloxetine (Cymbalta)
considered gold standard for treatment of bipolar disorder. Naturally occurring;
similar to sodium. Used for tx & prophylaxis of manic phase of manic-depressive
illness. Inhibits release of norepinephrine, serotonin, & dopamine while facilitating
reuptake into presynaptic terminals. Given PO. Not metabolized; renal disease will
lengthen half-life. Contraindicated in pt with impaired renal function, cardiovascular
disease. Slow onset—2 weeks.
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Lithium
nonselective inhibition of norepinephrine and serotonin. Because of non-selectivity,
cause many side effects. Used to be gold treatment of depression. Lag period of 2-4
weeks before antidepressant effect occurs. Effects—sedation (therapeutic effect),
alleviation of lethargy, anxiety reduction, urinary hesitancy. Long half-life usually allow
once-daily dosing. Side effects—anticholinergic (dry mouth, decreased sweating,
and seizure disorders. Long-term use = taper off since abrupt withdrawal can
precipitate status epilepticus. Also used for benzo withdrawal.
Give this one a try later!
Clonazepam (Klonopin)
novel antidepressant; seldom prescribed as antidepressant but frequently prescribed
for sleep in depressed individuals. Second most commonly prescribed drug for
insomnia. Adverse reaction is priapism.
Give this one a try later!
Trazodone (Desyrel)
,novel antidepressant (SNRIs). Drugs appear to combine best qualities of TCAs and
SSRIs. Low side-effect profile, but can cause insomnia and GI effects.
Give this one a try later!
duloxetine (Cymbalta)
first SSRI developed, frequently prescribed. Beyond typical use, also approved for tx
of bulimia, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, pain mgmt., smoking cessation. Long
half-life (10 days+) makes it ideal for pt who forget to take meds on time; missed dose
not crucial. Drugs that have high probability of SSRI interactions s/b held for up to 6
weeks as this SSRI washes out of the system. Available in once-weekly formulation;
fairly inexpensive.
Give this one a try later!
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
What types of drugs are used to treat bipolar disorder?
Give this one a try later!
Lithium, anticonvulsants, antipsychotics, benzodiazepines, & calcium
channel blockers
atypical antipsychotic med; affect positive & negative symptoms b/c affects both
serotonin & dopamine. High potency—10-20 mg/day. Side effects—drowsiness,
, constipation, dry mouth, headache, rare EPS, NMS, significant weight gain. Available in
short-acting IM form.
Give this one a try later!
olanzepine (Zyprexa)
What novel antidepressants (SNRIs) are approved for treatment of GAD?
Give this one a try later!
Venlafaxine (Effexor), duloxetine (Cymbalta)
considered gold standard for treatment of bipolar disorder. Naturally occurring;
similar to sodium. Used for tx & prophylaxis of manic phase of manic-depressive
illness. Inhibits release of norepinephrine, serotonin, & dopamine while facilitating
reuptake into presynaptic terminals. Given PO. Not metabolized; renal disease will
lengthen half-life. Contraindicated in pt with impaired renal function, cardiovascular
disease. Slow onset—2 weeks.
Give this one a try later!
Lithium
nonselective inhibition of norepinephrine and serotonin. Because of non-selectivity,
cause many side effects. Used to be gold treatment of depression. Lag period of 2-4
weeks before antidepressant effect occurs. Effects—sedation (therapeutic effect),
alleviation of lethargy, anxiety reduction, urinary hesitancy. Long half-life usually allow
once-daily dosing. Side effects—anticholinergic (dry mouth, decreased sweating,
