Childrens mental health meds Flashcards
1
Q
CNS stimulants drugs
A
(-phe-, -fe-), Mehylphenidate, dexmethylphenidate, dextroamphentamine, amphetamine mixture, lesdexfetamin dimesylate
Sounds methamphetamine in some way
2
Q
CNS stimulants use
A
raise norepi/dipamine
ADHD, narcolepsy, obesity
3
Q
CNS stimulants special stuff
A
SE: decreased appetite, growth suppression
Parents steal
controlled substance
4
Q
SNRI drugs
A
Atomoxetine
for ADHD and depression
5
Q
TCA drugs
A
(-pramine) desipramine(1st line), imipramine, clomipramine
1st line severe depression in kids
6
Q
Alpha 2 adrenergic agonists
A
Guanfacine, Clonidine
ADHD, tic disorders
7
Q
Atypical antipsychotic drugs
A
risperadone, olanzapine, quetiapine, aripiprazole
Autism, PTSD
watch for weight gain
8
Q
SSRI drugs
A
fluoxetine, sertraline, fluvoxamine
bulemia nervosa
SE: suicidal ideation
