Med List #4: Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Antidepressants Flashcards
ADHD
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine (C-II), methylphenidate (C-II)
Anti-Depressants
escitalopram, venlafaxine, fluoxetine, duloxetine, sertraline, amitriptyline, trazodone, bupropion
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine (C-II): Brand Name
Adderall, Adderall XR
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine (C-II): Common Strengths
5mg, 10mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg, 30mg
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine (C-II): Common Frequency
QD
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine (C-II): Indications/Use
- ADHD
- Narcolepsy
amphetamine/dextroamphetamine (C-II): Counseling Tips and Important Info
- Take in AM due to insomnia
- Weight loss from decreased appetite
- Increased heart rate
- Dry mouth
- Headache
methylphenidate (C-II): Brand Name
Ritalin, Ritalin LA, Concerta
methylphenidate (C-II): Common Strengths
Ritalin: 5mg, 10mg, 20mg
Concerta: 18mg, 27mg, 36mg, 54mg
methylphenidate (C-II): Common Frequency
QD
methylphenidate (C-II): Indications/Use
- ADHD
- Narcolepsy
methylphenidate (C-II): Counseling Tips and Important Info
- Take in AM due to insomnia
- Weight loss from decreased appetite
- Increased heart rate
- Dry mouth
- Headache
escitalopram: Brand Name
Lexapro
escitalopram: Common Strengths
5mg, 10mg, 20mg
escitalopram: Common Frequency
QD
escitalopram: Indications/Use
- Depression
- Anxiety
escitalopram: Counseling Tips and Important Info
- Headache
- Insomnia or drowsiness
- Sexual dysfunction
venlafaxine: Brand Name
Effexor, Effexor XR
venlafaxine: Common Strengths
37.5mg, 75mg, 150mg, 225mg
venlafaxine: Common Frequency
QD