Drugs (Exam #4)

Question 1

Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective

Answer 1

Clozapine (clozaril)

–atypical antipsychotic that’s protective for suicide

Question 2

Depression

Answer 2

SSRI’s
–not generally as lethal in overdose as other antidepressants

Tricyclic antidepressants more lethal in overdose

Question 3

Lorazepam

Answer 3

Ativan

Benzo, anti anxiety agent and sedative that can help reduce emotional intensity
–use short therm only due to addiction potential

*given for crisis intervention