List 4 ADHD, Anti-Anxiety, and Anti-Depression Flashcards
Adderall is…
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine, a CII
Adderall (amph/dextroamph) usual dosage form, strength, and frequency
One 20mg XR capsule daily
Adderall (amph/dextroamph) indications
ADHD
narcolepsy
Adderall (amph/dextroamph) counseling tips
Take in morning, dry mouth, HA, increase in HR, weight loss
Concerta is…
methylphenidate, a CII
Concerta (methylphenidate) usual dosage form, strength, and frequency
One 18mg, 27mg, 36mg, or 54mg tablet daily in the morning (MAX 72mg/day)
Concerta (methylphenidate) indications
ADHD
narcolepsy
Concerta (methylphenidate) counseling tips
Take in morning, dry mouth, HA, increase in HR, weight loss
Xanax (alprazolam) usual dosage form, strength, and frequency
One 0.5mg tablet three times a day – C-IV
Xanax (alprazolam) indications
Anxiety
Panic disorder
Xanax (alprazolam) counseling tips
Confusion, drowsiness enhanced by alcohol, do NOT stop suddenly if taking routinely
Lexapro (escitalopram) usual dosage form, strength, and frequency
One 10mg tablet once a day
Lexapro (escitalopram) indications
Depression
Anxiety
Lexapro (escitalopram) counseling tips
HA, insomnia OR drowsiness, sexual dysfunction, general antidepressant tips
What are the four common antidepressant counseling tips?
Report s/sx of worsening depression, behavior changes, suicidal thoughts to healthcare provider May need to taper up or down but do it with prescriber May take 2-6 weeks to achieve effect Avoid alcohol (intensifies side effects)