Chapter 31: CNS Stimulants & ADHD Flashcards
CNS stimulants
Increase the activity of central nervous system (CNS) neurons
Enhance neuronal excitation; a few suppress neuronal inhibition
In sufficient doses, all can cause convulsions
Limited clinical applications -Limited to ADHD, narcolepsy, hyperactivity dz
amphetamines chemistry
Dextroamphetamine and levoamphetamine
Amphetamine
Lisdexamfetamine
Methamphetamine
amp MOA
Release norepinephrine
Release dopamine
amp pharm effects
CNS
Cardiovascular system
amp tolerance
With regular use, tolerance develops to elevation of mood, suppression of appetite, and stimulation of the heart and blood vessels
AMP physical dependence and abuse
Physical dependence
Abstinence syndrome with abrupt withdrawal
Abuse
High potential for abuse due to euphoria
amp ADR
CNS stimulation
Weight loss
Cardiovascular effects
Psychosis
amp acute toxicity
Dizziness, confusion, hallucinations, paranoid delusions, palpitations, dysrhythmias, and hypertension
Death is rare
Fatal overdose: Convulsions, coma, and cerebral hemorrhage
amp acute tox tx
Hallucinations: Chlorpromazine
Hypertension: Alpha-adrenergic blocker (e.g., phentolamine); chlorpromazine helps lower blood pressure
Seizures: Diazepam
Acidifying the urine can accelerate amphetamine excretion
amp therapeutic uses
ADHD
Narcolepsy
amp preps
Dextroamphetamine sulfate
Immediate release
Extended release
Amphetamine/dextroamphetamine mixture
Immediate release
Extended release
Lisdexamfetamine [Vyvanse]
Methamphetamine [Desoxyn]
Methylphenidate and Dexmethylphenidate
Nearly identical in structure and pharmacologic actions
Pharmacology of both drugs nearly identical to that of amphetamines
methylphenidate
ADHD and narcolepsy
Trade names
Ritalin, Metadate, Methylin, Concerta, and Daytrana
50:50 mixture of dextro and levo isomers
methylphenidate prep
Immediate release
Ritalin and Methylin
Sustained release
Ritalin SR, Metadate ER, and Quillivant XR
Once-daily dosing
Concerta, Metadate CD, Ritalin LA, Daytrana, and Biphentin (Canadian)
Dexmethylphenidate [Focalin]
Drug for ADHD
Dextro isomer of methylphenidate
50:50 mixture of dextro and levo isomers
methyl xanthines
Derivatives of xanthine
Caffeine
Few clinical applications
Widespread ingestion for nonmedical purposes
Dietary sources
Chocolate
Soft drinks
Coffee
Typically consumption. Is an 200 mg/day
Adults can have type consumption 400 mg/day