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8. Psychopharmacology > Gilks Med Review Table: Random Meds + SUD meds > Flashcards

Gilks Med Review Table: Random Meds + SUD meds Flashcards

1
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indications for prazosin

A

nightmares in PTSD

agitation in BPSD–> off label

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side effects of prazosin

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hypotension

fatigue

drowsiness

weakness

headache

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what is the mechanism of prazosin

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alpha-1 agonist

(clonidine and guanfacine are alpha-2)

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indications for use of propanolol

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performance anxiety

lithium tremor

TBI

FIRST CHOICE FOR AKATHESIA

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5
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is propanolol recommended in panic disorder

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no

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6
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what are 2 contraindications to propanolol

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CHF

asthma

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what type of drug/mechanism is benztropine

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anticholinergic

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8
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max dose of benztropine

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6mg/day

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indications for benztropine

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acute dystonia

parkinsonism

akinesia

akathesia (SECOND choice)

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do you use benztropine for tardive dyskinesia

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NO

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side effects of benztropine

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sedation

constipation

urinary retention

dry mouth

tachycardia

confusion

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12
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why dont you use benztropine in TD

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can worsen choreiform movements

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13
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what type of med is glycopyrrolate

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anticholinergic

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14
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what do you use glycopyrrolate for

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siallorhea

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15
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what type of drug is atropine

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anticholinergic

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16
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what do you use atropine for

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sialorrhea

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17
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what type of drug is physostigmine

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cholinergic

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18
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indications for physostigmine

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anticholinergic overdose–> use only in severe cases

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19
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side effects of physostigmine

A

bradycardia

N/V

seizures

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indication for diphenhydramine/benadryl

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acute dystonia

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21
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while diphenhydramine/benadryl is a histamine H1 antagonist, it also has properties of what other drug class

A

anticholinergic properties

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22
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what type of drug is cyproheptadine

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histamine H1 antagonist

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indications for cyproheptadine

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mod-severe serotonin syndrome

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what is the dose used for cyproheptadine

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12mg/dose–> up to 32mg/day

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what type of drug is tetrabenazine

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VMAT-2 inhibitor

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26
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indications for tetrabenazine

A

huntingtons chorea

tardive dyskinesia

tourettes

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27
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there is a black box warning for tetrabenazine–> what is it for

A

depression and suicidality

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28
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side effects of tetrabenazine

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black box–> suicidality and depression

sedation

dizziness

N/V

confusion

EPS

suicidality

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what is the dosing of tetrabenazine

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50mg/day in divided doses to start, up to 150mg/day

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what type of drug is valbenazine

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VMAT-2 inhibitor

31
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indications for valbenazine

A

tardive dyskinesia

32
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indication for dantrolene

A

NMS

33
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what type of drug is dantrolene

A

muscle relaxant–> reduces heat production

34
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most of the drug-drug interactions with methadone come from what source

A

CYP 3A4 interactions (i.e ARVs, antidepressants)

35
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how do you need to change methadone dose in pregnancy

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increase–> due to volume expansion

36
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in which medical illness should you avoid suboxone

A

liver failure

37
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which OAT therapy also has an indication for pain

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buprenorphine XR/sublocade

38
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what are first, second and third line for OUD

A

buprenorphine/naloxone–> first

methadone–> second

kadian (slow release oral morphine)–> third

39
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side effects of methadone

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Sedation, respiratory depression, hypotension, constipation, nausea, pruritis, erectile dysfunction, cognitive dulling, QTc prolongation, arrhythmia

40
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side effects of buprenorphine

A

Sedation, respiratory depression, hypotension, constipation, nausea, hepatitis

41
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which OAT should you avoid in pregnancy

A

kadian/slow release oral morphine

42
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which meds are first line for AUD

A

naltrexone

acamprosate

43
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is disulfram recommended for AUD

A

yes, but the guidelines suggest only in specific circumstances (i.e supportive spouse/family)–> it is only for very MOTIVATED patients

44
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what is the dosing of naltrexone

A

25mg daily x 3 days then 50mg

max dose 150mg /day

45
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list indications for naltrexone

A

AUD–> first line

OUD

flashbacks and dissociation in PTSD

gambling addiction

46
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what impact does naltrexone have on drinking when used for AUD

A

reduces heavy drinking days and cravings

47
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side effects of naltrexone

A

N/V

dizziness

fatigue

depression

muscle cramps

precipitated opioid withdrawal

rare hepatotoxicity

48
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naltrexone should be avoided in patients with which medical comorbidity

A

liver failure (LFTs over 3x normal)

49
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which AUD med should you use in the setting of liver failure

A

acamprosate

50
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which AUD med should you avoid in renal impairement

A

acamprosate

51
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what is the dosing of acamprosate

A

333mg TID x 1 week then 666mg TID (max dose)

52
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indications for acamprosate

A

AUD–> 1st line

53
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what impact does acamprosate have on drinking in AUD

A

helps with abstinence

54
Q

acamprosate side effects

A

very mild and transient

headache, diarrhea, flatulence, paresthesias

55
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what should you consider if you decide to Rx both acamprosate and naltrexone together

A

levels of acamprosate will increase

56
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which is likely best AUD med for breastfeeding

A

likely acamprosate?

57
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what type of med is naltrexone

A

opioid antagonist

58
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what type of med is acamprosate

A

GABA agonist + glutamate antagonist

59
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what type of drug is disulfram

A

aldehyde dehydrogenase inhibitor

60
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how does disulfram affect drinking when Rx for AUD

A

if taking disulfram, and you drink alcohol, you feel like shit

i.e N/V, headache, HTN, flushing, chest pain, vertigo, thirst

this is because disulfram causes build up of acetaldehyde

61
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side effects of varenicline

A

headache
insomnia
vivid dreams
anx/dep/irritability
hostility
N/V

62
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can you combine varenicline with NRT

A

no

63
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what type of drug is varenicline

A

partial nicotine agonist

64
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what type of drug is nabilone

A

partial CB1 agonist

65
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indications for nabilone

A

only official indication is chemo nausea

can be used to augment in alzheimers, TBI

66
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side effects of nabilone

A

sedation

cognitive/memory impairment

dry mouth

orthostatic hypotension

tachycardia

psychosis

67
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indications for melatonin

A

FIRST LINE for REM sleep behaviour disorder

age associated insomnia

circadian rhythm abnormality i.e jet lag

68
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effects of melatonin overdose

A

hypothermia

hyperprolactinemia

confusion

69
Q

what is yohimbine

A

an alpha-2 agonist

indicated for psychogenic erectile dysfunction

(?generally not recommended)

70
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is st johns wort recommended?

A

1st line for mild to moderate MDD

2nd line for moderate to severe MDD

71
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side effects of st johns wort

A

N/V/D

dizziness

confusion

sedation

photosensitivity

dry mouth

urinary frequency

anorgasmia

insomnia

72
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what is kava kava

A

modulates glutamate/GABA

indication = anxiety

is a ceremonial drink from pacific islands

*many drug interactions; monitor liver function

73
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side effects of kava kava

A

N/V/

dizziness

yellow skin

hepatotoxic at high doses

8. Psychopharmacology (21 decks)

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