Antidepressant Drugs Flashcards
1
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What is the biological basis of depression
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2
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How many receptors are there of serotonin
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7 - only 3rd receptor is not G protein coupled receptor
3
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List the treatment of depression
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4
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Explain the mechanism of tricyclic anti depressants
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5
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What are the side effects of tricyclic antidepressants
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6
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What is an example tricyclic antidepressant
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NSRIs
7
Q
Explain the metabolism of tricyclic antidepressants
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8
Q
Explain the halogen rule of TCAs
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9
Q
List the example of TCAs on the market
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10
Q
Explain the non tricyclic NSRIs and give examples
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11
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Explain venlafaxine
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12
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Explain duloxetine
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13
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Explain the drug-drug interactions of SSRIs
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14
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List SSRIs
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15
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Explain fluoxetine
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16
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Explain atimoxetine
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17
Q
Explain MAO
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18
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List the MAOIs on the market
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19
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Explain why non selective MAOIs not favorable
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20
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Explain alpha2 antagonists
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