Antidepressant Meds: SSRIs

Question 1

SSRIs

SNRIs

Answer 1

selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors

Serotonin Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors

Question 2

Examples

Answer 2

SSRIs: fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline hydrochloride, citalopram
SNRIs: venlafaxine, duloxetine

Question 3

Actions

Answer 3

Inhibits CNS neuronal uptake of serotonin; acts as stimulant counteracting depression and increasing motivation.

Question 4

Indications:

Answer 4

Depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorders, obesity, bulimia.

Question 5

Adverse effects

Answer 5

Headache, dizziness. Nervousness, insomnia, drowsiness, anxiety, Tremor, Dry mouth, GI upset, Taste changes, Sweating, Rash, URI, Painful menstruation, Sexual dysfunction, Weight gain.

Question 6

Nursing Considerations

Answer 6

Take in A.M. Take 4 weeks for full effect, Monitor weight, Good mouth care, Do not administer with MAOIs-risk of serotonin syndrome. Monitor for thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, and anemia.