antidepressants (SSRIs) Flashcards
1
Q
3 S’s of SSRIs
A
sexual dysfunction, serotonin syndrome, stomach issues
2
Q
drugs
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paroxetine, fluoxetine, citalopram, escitalopram, setraline, fluvoxamine
3
Q
route
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PO
4
Q
mechanism of action
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inhibits serotonin reuptake
5
Q
indications
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depression, anxiety
6
Q
adverse effects
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bruxism, SI (pediatrics), wt loss/gain, hyponatremia, GI bleed, withdrawal
7
Q
contraindications
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pregnancy, MAOIs, TCAs, liver disease
8
Q
precautions
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anticoagulants/ antiplatelets
9
Q
RN considerations
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monitor for serotonin/withdrawal syndrome
10
Q
patient education
A
take 1-3 weeks to reach full therapeutic effect
