Anti-depressants-SSRI

Question 1

M

Answer 1

Inhibit neuronal uptake of of serotonin from the synaptic cleft, increasing its availability for neurotransmission
They do not block NA uptake.

Question 2

I

Answer 2

First lie for treating mod-severe depression
Panic disorder
OCD

Question 3

C

Answer 3

Epilepsy, PUD, young people,hepatic failure,MAO inhibitors, anticoagulants, QT prolongers

Question 4

A

Answer 4

GI upset, appetite and weight changes, hypersensitivity, hyponatremia, suicidal thoughts,seizures, arrhythmias, bleeding,serotonin syndrome (hyperactivity,mental state, NM excitation