Antidepressants

Question 1

Name 4 classes of antidepressants.

Answer 1

1. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
2. SSRIs
3. Tricyclic antidepressants
4. Serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors

Question 2

Name 2 monoamine oxidase inhibitors

Answer 2

1. Phenelzine

2. Tranylcypromine

Question 3

Name 7 SSRIs.

Answer 3

1. Citalopram
2. Dapoxetine
3. Escitalopram
4. Fluoxetine
5. Fluvoxamine
6. Paroxetine
7. Sertraline

Question 4

What are 9 signs of SSRI withdrawal?

Answer 4

1. Dizziness
2. Nausea
3. Paraesthesia
4. Anxiety
5. Agitation
6. Tremor
7. Sweating
8. Confusion
9. Electric shock-like sensations

Question 5

Can citalopram tablets be crushed?

Answer 5

Yes

Question 6

Name 3 Serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors.

Answer 6

1. Desvenlafaxine
2. Duloxetine
3. Venlafaxine

Question 7

How can pregabalin and amiTRIPTYLine be used in surgery?

Answer 7

Pregabalin and amiTRIPTYLine are both options post limb amputation.

Question 8

Which is preferred post limb amputation: pregabalin or amiTRIPTYLine?

Answer 8

Pregabalin

Question 9

How do the sedative effects of mirtazapine relate to dosage?

Answer 9

Mirtazapine has greater sedative effects at lower doses.