affective disorders SNRI Venlafaxine Flashcards
1
Q
what does venlafaxine do and whats its MOA
A
antidepressant
inhibits reuptake of Nor and 5-ht
no important effect on his/ musc/ adrenergic receptors
2
Q
when are the effects seen
A
not seen for a few weeks
3
Q
clinical uses of venlafaxine
A
depression (effective against SSRI resistance)
panic disorder
generalised anxiety diorder
social phobia
4
Q
adverse effects of venlafaxine
A
nausea
sleeping problems
sexual dysfunction
5
Q
what is there a increased risk of
A
young patients commiting suicide
6
Q
what does it cause in overdose
A
CNS depression
seizures
cardiac dysrhythmia
