Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Y4 PSYCH drugs - antidepressants > Escitalopram > Flashcards

Escitalopram Flashcards

You may prefer our related Brainscape-certified flashcards:
Psychology 101 flashcards GRE® Psychology flashcards
1
Q

What class of drugs is escitalopram part of?

A

-SSRIs

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

What conditions is escitalopram licensed to treat?

A

-Depression
-Panic disorder +/- agoraphobia
-Social anxiety
-GAD
-OCD

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

What are the common side effects of escitalopram?

A

SAME AS CITALOPRAM
-GI: N+V, dyspepsia, abdo pain, diarrhoea
-Sweating
-Headache
-Sexual dysfunction
-Insomnia
-Increased agitation / anxiety in first few weeks
-Hyponatraemia
-Bleeding

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

What dose is recommended for escitalopram?

A

-10-20mg

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly

Y4 PSYCH drugs - antidepressants (16 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions