DRUGS Flashcards
what are examples of typical antipsychotics
Haloperidol
Chlopromazine
side effects of typical antipsychotics
Parkinsonism acute dystonia - muscle contraction akathisia - restlessness tardive dyskinesia constipation neuleptic malignant syndrome
what are examples of atypical antipsychotics
risperidone
olanzapine
clozapine
side effects of ltihium
leucocytosis
hyperparathyroidism
nephrotoxicity
hypothyroid
how should lithium be monitored
when starting lithium, measure bloods on a weekly basis
then monitor every three months
take a sample 12 hrs after taking dose
what is mirtazapine and side effect
antidepressant
insomnia
increased appetite
what is the protocol there are missed doses of clozapine for >48hrs
titrate dose from beginning
what SSRI is first choice in adolescents
fluoxetine
what SSRI is first choice post MI
sertraline
what SSRI interactions are there
dont use with triptans
if using with NSAIDs give PPI cover
how should SSRIs be discontinued
continue on treatment for at least 6 months after responding well
then discontinue during 4 weeks
what are the rules for SSRIs and pregnancy
weight the risks and benefits
1st trimester: risk of cardio defects
3rd trimester - pulmonar hypertension
what is the risk of stopping SSRIs abruptly
discontinuation syndrome
what are side effects of tricyclic antidepressants
urinary retention
