Children and Adolescents + CNS Stimulants Flashcards

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CNS Stimulants

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
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o Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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▪Non amphetamine Stimulants

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
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Modafinil

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Miscellaneous ADHD Agents

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
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Atomoxetine

▪ Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)

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USED TO TREAT:
◦ ADHD
◦ Narcolepsy

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
A

-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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Treats
◦ Narcolepsy

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
A

-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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MECHANISM OF ACTION:
◦ These agents typically result in increased levels of norepinephrine and dopamine in the central nervous system

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
A

-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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Controlled Substances (Schedule II)- HANDWRITTEN PRESCRIPTIONS, NO REFILLS

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
A

-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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◦Misuse potential,Euphoria RISK

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
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-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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Euphoria RISK

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
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-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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◦ ToleranceAND Dependence can develop overtime-Patients can experience Withdrawal symptoms

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
A

-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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CNS Stimulation avoid evening administration, take off patches after ~9 hours)

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
A

-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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Norepinephrine
◦ Increased Blood pressure, and Heart Rate (tachycardia/palpitations)

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
A

-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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ADVERSE EFFECTS:
◦ Decreased appetite/weight loss, growth suppression

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
A

-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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DRUG HOLIDAYS

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
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-Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine

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Use to treat
Shift Work Sleep Disorders

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
A

-Modafinil

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MECHANISM:
◦ Inhibits reuptake of Norepinephrine

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
A

-Atomoxetine

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Boxed Warning about Suicidal Ideation

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
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-Atomoxetine

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Alpha 2 agonists

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine
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-Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)

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Treats
Hypertension’

  • Methylphenidate, amphetamine, Illicit drug= cocaine
  • Modafinil
  • Atomoxetine
  • Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)
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-Guanfacine (alpha 2 agonist)