Depression Flashcards
1
Q
What hormone is involved in depression
A
Serotonin (happy hormone)
2
Q
Name 4 pros (advantages) of taking a SSRI
A
Improved sleep
Improved appetite
Improved concentration
Improved mood
3
Q
What cant you have whilst taking SSRI?
A
Alcohol
4
Q
How long does it take to have beneficial effects from SSRI?
A
6 months
5
Q
How long do we trial on SSRI before reassessing to potential change SSRI / dose
A
4 weeks
6
Q
How do we stop taking SSRI?
A
Slowly reduce the dose of SSRI to wean off
7
Q
Common complication of having SSRI?
A
Gastric ulcers
8
Q
Common side effect of having TCA (2)
A
Dry mouth
Urinary retention
9
Q
Methyldopa is contraindicated in what?
What is it used in?
A
Depression
2nd line with nifidepine for gestational HTN
10
Q
SSRI + NSAID?
A
Gastric Ulcer Risk
=> PPI
