ATI medication go!! Flashcards
Paroxetine
class
antidepressant
atomoxetine
class
antidepressant
Venlafaxine
class
antidepressant
fluoxetine
class
antidepressant
antidepressant
characteristic?
Take 1-4 weeks to take
Should NOT stop abruptly
should NOT be taken PRN
antidepressant
ADRs
dry mouth
visual disturbances, not ear!!
sexual functioning impairment
Lithium
normal range?
manic episode
0.8-1.4 mEq/L
Lithium
ADRs
confusion
polyuria
muscle weakness
Hand tremors
hypothyroidism
Lithium
characteristic?
NOT cause physical dependency
olanzapin
class?
antipsychotics
chlorpromazine
class?
antipsychotics
Clozapin
class?
antipsychotics
antipsychotics
serious ADRs?
Extrapyramidal symptoms
Dystonia
Pseudo parkinsonism
Akathisia
AVOID driving!!!
antipsychotics
ADRs?
drowsiness or dizziness
dry mouth
weight gain or lose
Medication for alcohol withdrawal?
Diazepam 5mg IV bolus
electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
and will receive succinylcholine.
Why?
Succinylcholine is given to reduce muscle movements during therapy
atomoxetine
serious ADRs?
Dark urine
d/t liver damage
What medication is a contraindication for pt with Alzheimer’s disease?
Antipsychotics