Add, Headache, Bipolar Flashcards
ADHD
Occurs in-
Funct impairment-
- 6-9% of children aged 5-12 yrs (b:g=4-8:1)
- 60-80%
- 50%: symp in adulthood (b:g=1:1)
- only preschool children w moderate to severe dysfunction are considered for drug treatment
Goals of therapy
- improv in core symp
- reduc in associated symp
- impr functional outcomes
- incr ability of child to exert control when desired as opposed to controlling child
Medication can
- imp short term learning
- prolong attention span
- imp concent
- redu impulsiveness, hyperactivity, aggressive
Stimulant medications
- sche II (monthly prescr)
- dopamine & NE reuptake inhibitor (prolonging dopamine receptor effects)
- efficacy> 70%
Methylphenidate-MOA
Immediate
Intermediate
Long acting
Methylphenidate-application
Patch- for 9 h
DexMethylphenidate- focalin (4-5 h)
Methylphenidate-AD
- headache (12-14%)
-loss of appetite - insomina
- abdominal pain
Emotional lability & dysphoria seen at beginning of therapy
1-4% pts discontinue due to ADRs
Amphetamines
Enters CNS, affects mood n alertness
Study aid in 60’s, appetite suppressant
- dextroamphetamine
- addrall
- lisdexamphetamine
dextroamphetamine
- amphetamine
- short
- intermediate
Adderall (racemic mis of amphetamine salts)
-amphetamine
- intermediate
- long acting
- racemic mix of amphetamine salts
Modafinil
- amphetamine substitute
- use in narcolepsy
ADs:
- less mood changes
- less insomnia
-less abuse (than amphetamines)
Lisdexamphetamine
- amphetamine
-long acting - prodrug of dextro-amphetamine (activated in GI)
-1st pass metabolism
enters CNS to affect mood & alertness
Lisdexamphetamine- application
- noninjectable
-not ADHD diagnostic - study aid in 60s
- appetite suppressant in 70s
Lisdexamphetamine- ADs
misuse
abuse
tolerance
TCA
Impramine
Desipramine
Imipramine/ Desipramine (TCA)
given to pts who cannot tolerate amphetamines
ADHD (low dose); not comorbid depression or anxiety
ADs: develop tolerance w long term use
SSRIs
used alone or given in combo with Methylphenidate
ADs: fewer ADs & reduced toxicity (than TCAs)
Stimulant medi for adhd
Methylphenidine Dextroamphetamine Adderall Lisdexamphetamine Modafinil Imipramine, desipramine Ssri
Non stimulant medi
Atomoxetine
Clonidine
Atomoxetine
- inhibits reuptake of presynaptic NE
-not effective when combined with amphetamines: delayed therapeutic effect - works well for adolescents
- AD: decreased appetite, N/V, fatigue
Clonidine
- regulates NE release from locus ceruleus
- reduces symptoms alone or in combo with stimulants
-reduces symptoms of aggression & insomnia with stimulants - most frequently prescribed for ADHD
Guanfacine (intuniv)
-alpha 2 ago (for ADHD)
- 6 yrs -adolescents (oral: extended release)
(ADs)
Cardiovascular- bradycardia, hypo, ortho,syncope
CNS- sedation, drowsiness
Dermatological- skin rash w exfoliation (d/c)
ADHD
Charac-
Symp-
Risk for-
- impulsiveness, heightened distractibility & short atten
- symp: before 7yrs ( >6 mon)
- at risk for developing new psychiatric disorders
Migraines
Gender Onset Pain location Type of pain Duration
f (3:1) Onset-Variable Loca-Unilateral Type-Pulsating, N,V, photo, phonophobia aura Dur- 2h, 3 d
Cluster
Gender Onset Pain location Type of pain Duration
Gender- M (10:1) Onset- During sleep Pain location- behind, around eye Type of pain- stabbing, boring, sweating, flushing, nasal congestion Duration- 15-90 m
Tension
Gender Onset Pain location Type of pain Duration
Gender- f(2:1) Onset- variable Pain location- bilateral in band Type of pain- non-pulsating, mild photo, phono Duration- 30 m, 7d
MIGRAINE: 2 TYPES
- ) Common: without aura. Severe unilateral, pulsating. Can be aggravated by physical activity. Accompanied
by N and V, photo and phonophobia. Approx 85% of migraine sufferers do not have aura. - ) Classic: with aura. The aura can be visual, sensory, may cause speech or motor problems
TREATMENT AND PREVENTION OF MIGRAINES
Goals: be realistic
Treatment: with oral meds, relief and normal function within 2 hours
Prevention: total prevention unrealistic
GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF MIGRAINE MANAGEMENT
-Individual management
-Treatment choice depends on:
Attack frequency and severity
Presence and degree of disability Associated symptoms
Prior response and patient preferences
Coexistent conditions
-Establish dosing limits (2 days/week)
TREATMENT: ABORTIVE THERAPY (tries to stop headache)
-Must begin at onset to get full effect: 50-80% achieve significant relief Simple analgesics:
Acetominophen-Tylenol
NSAIDs: PG inhibitors (decrease serotonin release)
Ergotamine
‘Triptans: serotonin system
Memantine
Misc. agents: Midrin, Metoclopramide, Chlorpromazine, Prochiorperazine
TREATMENT: PROPHYLACTIC THERAPY (increase time between headaches)
Beta blockers, Clonidine, Antidepressants, Cyproheptadine, Topiramate (anticonvulsant), Calcium channel blockers, Valproate, Anticonvulsants, NSAIDs, Methysergide