Cardio 3 - Category to Generic Flashcards
What is the pharmacologic category of mirtazapine?
Alpha2 antagonist
What is the brand name of mirtazapine?
Remeron
What is a common indication for mirtazapine?
MDD
What are key side effects of mirtazapine?
Drowsiness, weight gain, xerostomia, increased appetite, constipation
US Boxed Warnings: increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults
What is the pharmacologic category of bupropion?
Norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor
What are the brand names of bupropion?
Wellbutrin SR, Wellbutrin XL
What is a common indication for bupropion?
MDD
What are key side effects of bupropion?
Tachycardia, headache, agitation, dizziness, insomnia, weight loss
US Boxed Warnings: increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults; serious neuropsychiatric reactions have occurred. Other Notes: use may increase risk of seizures (CI in patients with seizure disorders and/or eating disorders)
What is the pharmacologic category of atomoxetine?
Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
What is the brand name of atomoxetine?
Strattera
What is a common indication for atomoxetine?
ADHD
What are key side effects of atomoxetine?
Hypertension, tachycardia, headache, xerostomia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, decreased appetite, insomnia
US Boxed Warnings: increased risk of suicidal ideation in children or adolescents. Other Notes: CI within 14 days of MAOI; do not discontinue abruptly.
What is the pharmacologic category of desvenlafaxine?
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI)
What is the brand name of desvenlafaxine?
Pristiq
What is a common indication for desvenlafaxine?
MDD
What are key side effects of desvenlafaxine?
Headache, xerostomia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, decreased appetite, insomnia
US Boxed Warnings: increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults. Other Notes: CI within 14 days of MAOI; do not discontinue abruptly.
What is the pharmacologic category of duloxetine?
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI)
What is the brand name of duloxetine?
Cymbalta
What is the pharmacologic category of venlafaxine?
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI)
What are the brand names of venlafaxine?
Effexor, Effexor XR
What is the pharmacologic category of citalopram?
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
What is the brand name of citalopram?
Celexa
What is a common indication for citalopram?
MDD
What are key side effects of citalopram?
Drowsiness, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, xerostomia, sexual dysfunction, headache
US Boxed Warnings: increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults. Other Notes: CI within 14 days of MAOI; do not discontinue abruptly.
What is the pharmacologic category of trazodone?
Serotonin reuptake inhibitor
What is the brand name of trazodone?
Desyrel
What are common indications for trazodone?
Insomnia, MDD
What are key side effects of trazodone?
Sedation, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, nausea
US Boxed Warnings: antidepressants increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults.
What is the pharmacologic category of vilazodone?
SSRI / 5-HT1a partial agonist
What is the brand name of vilazodone?
Viibryd
What is a common indication for vilazodone?
MDD
What are key side effects of vilazodone?
Headache, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, insomnia
US Boxed Warnings: increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults.
What is the pharmacologic category of amitriptyline?
Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA)
What is the brand name of amitriptyline?
Elavil
What are common indications for amitriptyline?
MDD, diabetic neuropathy, migraine prophylaxis
What are key side effects of amitriptyline?
Dizziness, drowsiness, orthostatic hypotension, sexual dysfunction
US Boxed Warnings: increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults. Other Notes: CI within 14 days of MAOI; do not discontinue abruptly.
What is the pharmacologic category of benztropine?
Anticholinergic
What is the brand name of benztropine?
Cogentin
What is a common indication for benztropine?
Drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms
What are key side effects of benztropine?
Blurred vision, confusion, constipation, dry mouth, sedation, urinary retention
What is the pharmacologic category of dexmethylphenidate?
CNS stimulant
What is the brand name of dexmethylphenidate?
Focalin XR
What is a common indication for dexmethylphenidate?
ADHD
What are key side effects of dexmethylphenidate?
Insomnia, headache, anxiety, weight loss, decreased appetite, hypertension
US Boxed Warnings: high potential for abuse.
What is the pharmacologic category of pramipexole?
Dopamine agonist
What is the brand name of pramipexole?
Mirapex
What are common indications for pramipexole?
Parkinson’s disease, RLS
What are key side effects of pramipexole?
Nausea, hallucinations, dizziness, drowsiness, compulsive behaviors
What is the pharmacologic category of carbidopa and levodopa?
Decarboxylase inhibitor (carbidopa), dopamine precursor (levodopa)
What are the brand names of carbidopa and levodopa?
Sinemet, Sinemet CR
What is a common indication for carbidopa and levodopa?
Parkinson’s disease
What are key side effects of carbidopa and levodopa?
Nausea, orthostatic hypotension, dyskinesias
Other Notes: CI within 14 days of MAOI, CI in narrow-angle glaucoma.
What is the pharmacologic category of memantine?
N-methyl D-aspartate (NMDA) antagonist
What is the brand name of memantine?
Namenda
What is a common indication for memantine?
Dementia
What are key side effects of memantine?
Constipation, confusion, dizziness, headache
What is the pharmacologic category of donepezil?
Cholinesterase inhibitor
What is the brand name of donepezil?
Aricept
What is a common indication for donepezil?
Dementia
What are key side effects of donepezil?
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
What is the pharmacologic category of lithium?
Antimanic agent
What is the brand name of lithium?
Lithobid
What is a common indication for lithium?
Bipolar disorder
What are key side effects of lithium?
Tremor, acne, hypothyroidism, weight gain, polyuria, polydipsia
US Boxed Warnings: ability to promptly monitor levels is necessary. Other Notes: narrow therapeutic index drug (toxicity may occur at concentrations close to therapeutic range; therapeutic drug monitoring is recommended).
What is the pharmacologic category of sumatriptan?
Antimigraine
What are the routes of administration for sumatriptan?
PO, intranasal, SQ
What is the brand name of sumatriptan?
Imitrex
What is a common indication for sumatriptan?
Migraine
What are key side effects of sumatriptan?
Fatigue, somnolence, dizziness, chest tightness
Other Notes: CI in ischemic heart disease, history of stroke or TIA, peripheral vascular disease, and uncontrolled hypertension.
What is the pharmacologic category of haloperidol?
First-generation antipsychotic
What are the routes of administration for haloperidol?
PO, IV, IM
What is the brand name of haloperidol?
Haldol
What is a common indication for haloperidol?
Schizophrenia
What are key side effects of haloperidol?
Sedation, EPS, parkinsonism, xerostomia, orthostatic hypotension, weight gain, QTc prolongation
US Boxed Warnings: elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs at increased risk of death.