CNS 3: Major Depression and Bipolar Disorders Flashcards
6 different types of depressive disorders
major depressive disorder
persistent depressive disorder
bipolar disorder
seasonal depression
postpartum depression
psychotic depression
Neurotransmitters associated with depression
Norepinephrine, dopamine, serotonin
Fluoxetine MOA
inhibits serotonin (5-HT) transporters
Fluoxetine SE
sexual side effects, somnolence, insomnia, headache, hyponatremia
What are 3 SSRIs
fluoxetine, sertraline, escitalopram
Sertraline MOA
inhibits serotonin (5-HT) transporters
Sertraline SE
sexual side effects, somnolence, insomnia, headache, hyponatremia
Escitalopram MOA
inhibits serotonin (5-HT) transporters
Escitalopram SE
sexual side effects, somnolence, insomnia, headache, hyponatremia
Duloxetine MOA
inhibits serotonin and norepinephrine (NE) transporters
Duloxetine SE
sexual SE, somnolence, insomnia, headache, hyponatremia, increased HR, narrow angle glaucoma, dry mouth
2 different SNRI
duloxetine, venlafaxine
Venlafaxine MOA
inhibits serotonin and norepinephrine (NE) transporters
Venlafaxine SE
sexual SE, somnolence, insomnia, headache, hyponatremia, increased HR, narrow angle glaucoma, dry mouth
Amitriptyline MOA
inhibits NE and serotonin uptake