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Major Medications to Treat Anxiety Disorders Flashcards

1
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What is the generic name for Xanax?

A

Alprazolam

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2
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True or False: SSRIs are commonly used to treat anxiety disorders.

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True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The generic name for Prozac is __________.

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Fluoxetine

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4
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What class of medication does Buspirone belong to?

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Anxiolytics

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What is a common side effect of benzodiazepines?

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Drowsiness

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Which medication is known as a first-line treatment for generalized anxiety disorder?

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Escitalopram

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What is the generic name for Ativan?

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Lorazepam

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True or False: Beta-blockers can be used to manage physical symptoms of anxiety.

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True

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What is the action of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)?

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They increase serotonin levels in the brain.

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Fill in the blank: The generic name for Celexa is __________.

A

Citalopram

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11
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Which medication is often prescribed for panic disorder?

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Clonazepam

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12
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What is the primary action of Buspirone?

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It acts as a serotonin receptor agonist.

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True or False: Tolerance can develop with long-term use of benzodiazepines.

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True

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What is the generic name for Valium?

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Diazepam

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Which medication is contraindicated in patients with a history of substance abuse?

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Benzodiazepines

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16
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Fill in the blank: The generic name for Zoloft is __________.

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Sertraline

17
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What type of anxiety disorder is characterized by excessive worry about various aspects of life?

A

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

18
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Which medication can be used for acute anxiety relief?

19
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What is a common side effect of SSRIs?

20
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True or False: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is often used in conjunction with medications for anxiety disorders.

21
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What is the generic name for Effexor?

A

Venlafaxine

22
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Which medication is used to treat social anxiety disorder?

A

Paroxetine

23
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Fill in the blank: The generic name for Lexapro is __________.

A

Escitalopram

24
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What is the action of benzodiazepines?

A

They enhance the effect of the neurotransmitter GABA.

25
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True or False: Antidepressants can take several weeks to show full effects.

26
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What is the generic name for Cymbalta?

A

Duloxetine

27
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Which medication is NOT typically used for anxiety disorders?

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