18% Depressive Disorders; Bipolar and Related Disorders Flashcards
(PPP 576)
define Bipolar II
hx of AT LEAST 1 MAJOR DEPRESSIVE EPISODE +
AT LEAST 1 HYPOMANIC EPISODE
**any current or prior manic episode make the dx Bipolar I
(Aquifer)
Pt w/ four weeks of psychotherapy and 20 mg of citalopram for treatment of depression presents c/o decreased libido and inability to orgasm. He notes his depressive symptoms are greatly improved. Which is best course of med mgmt?
D/c citalopram and start bupropion ~or~
D/c citalopram and start fluoxetine ~or ~
D/c citalopram and continue with only psychotherapy
d/c citalopram and start bupropion
“As fluoxetine is also an SSRI with similar side effects, substituting fluoxetine for citalopram is not an appropriate option.”
“it would not be appropriate to discontinue all medication therapy, as he is expressing improvement in symptoms, which is likely due to a combination of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy.”
(PPP 576)
three things recommended for long term maintenance of Bipolar II
psychotherapy: cognitive, behavioral & interpersonal
good sleep hygiene
valproic acid or carbamazepine useful for rapid cycling
(PPP 576)
first line treatment for Bipolar II
lithium or 2nd gen antipsychotics
(PPP 576)
what’s an added benefit of using Lithium for treatment of Bipolar II?
it decreases suicide risk
(PPP 576)
name some 2nd gen (atypical) antipsychotics for management of Bipolar II
quetiapine
olanzapine
risperidone
ziprasidone
(PPP 575)
what is the strongest risk factor for Bipolar I?
FAMILY HISTORY
1st degree relatives, strongest risk factor - 10 x more likely
(PPP 575)
Bipolar I - the earlier the onset, the greater_____
…likelihood of psychotic features and the poorer the prognosis
men = women
(PPP 575)
what is the only requirement for Bipolar I dx?
at least 1 manic or mixed episode
**major depressive episodes are not required for the dx
(PPP 575)
describe mania in terms of defining it for Bipolar I diagnosis
abnormal and persistently ELEVATED, EXPANSIVE OR IRRITABLE MOOD at least ONE WEEK with MARKED IMPAIRMENT OF SOCIAL/OCCUPATIONAL FUNCTION in one of three areas: 1 - mood 2 - thinking 3 - behavior
(PPP 575)
three specific areas of social/occupational function affected by Bipolar I mania
MOOD: euphoria, irritable, labile or dysphoric
THINKING: racing, flight of ideas, disorganized, easily distracted, expansive, grandiose thoughts (highly inflated self-esteem), judgement impaired (spending sprees)
BEHAVIOR: phys hyperactivity, pressure speech, decreased need for sleep, increased impulsivity, excessive involvement in pleasurable activities
(PPP 575)
what should you rule out for Bipolar I diagnosis?
that s/s are not due to med conditions or substance use
(PPP 575)
first line treatment for Bipolar I, for acute mania as well as long term management
LITHIUM
also decreases suicide risk
(PPP 575)
what caution should be taken with mood stabilizer-adjunct antidepressant therapy for Bipolar I?
ANTIDEPRESSANT MONOTHERAPY MAY PRECIPITATE MANIA OR HYPOMANIA
so only use antidepressants as adjunct to mood stabilizers
(PPP 575)
what 2 meds can be used for rapid cycling or mixed feature Bipolar I?
valproic acid or carbamazepine
(PPP 575)
what are effective monotherapy or adjunctive therapy to mood stabilizers for Bipolar I?
2nd gen antipsychotics (atypicals): quetiapine olanzapine risperidone ziprasidone
(PPP 575)
how do we treat bipolar depression (list 4)?
lithium
lurasidone
lamotrigine
quetiapine
(PPP 575)
what is most effective in treating acute mania for Bipolar I?
ANTIPSYCHOTICS: risperidone or olanzapine > haloperidol
or
MOOD STABILIZERS: lithium or valproic acid
(PPP 575)
two distinct differences between Bipolar I and Bipolar II
Bipolar I: major depression is typical, but NOT REQUIRED and presence of mania/mixed s/s
Bipolar II: major depression and presence of HYPOmania ONLY (no mania)
(PPP 576)
three indications for LITHIUM
bipolar disorder (both manic & depressive episodes) acute mania (mood stabilizer) schizoaffective disorder
(PPP 576)
seven adverse effects of lithium:
HypOthyroidism
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypercalcemia
Hypermagnesemia
Nephrogenic DI
Na depletion
Thirst (increased thirst, drink 8-10 glasses of water/day)
(PPP 576)
three contraindications for Li
PREGNANCY (may be associated with Ebstein’s anomaly if taken in 1st trimester)
severe renal disease
cardiac disease
(PPP 576)
buzzwords:
EBSTEIN’S ANOMALY
may occur if lithium is taken during first trimester of pregnancy