Med List #6: Antipsychotic, Antiepileptic, and Hypnotic Medications Flashcards

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Antipsychotics

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olanzapine, quetiapine, aripiprazole

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Anticonvulsants

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topiramate, pregabalin (C-V), gabapentin, lamotrigine, divalproex sodium

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Hypnotics

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zolpidem (C-IV), temazepam (C-IV)

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olanzapine: Brand Name

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Zyprexa

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olanzapine: Common Strengths

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2.5mg, 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg

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olanzapine: Common Frequency

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QD

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olanzapine: Indications/Use

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  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Treatment-resistant depression (w/ fluoxetine)
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olanzapine: Counseling Tips and Important Info

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  • Drowsiness
  • Weight gain
  • Increase blood sugar and/or cholesterol
  • Movement disorders (muscle restlessness, stiffness, or spasms)
  • Decreased sex drive
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quetiapine: Brand Name

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Seroquel

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quetiapine: Common Strengths

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25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg

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quetiapine: Common Frequency

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QD

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quetiapine: Indications/Use

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  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Depression
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quetiapine: Counseling Tips and Important Info

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  • Drowsiness
  • Weight gain
  • Increased blood pressure, tachycardia
  • Increased appetite
  • Dizziness
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aripiprazole: Brand Name

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Abilify

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aripiprazole: Common Strengths

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2mg, 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg

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aripiprazole: Common Frequency

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QD

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aripiprazole: Indications/Use

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  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Treatment-resistant depression (adjunct)
  • Irritability associated with autistic disorder
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aripiprazole: Counseling Tips and Important Info

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  • Drowsiness or Insomnia
  • Weight gain
  • Movement disorders
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topiramate: Brand Name

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Topamax

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topiramate: Common Strengths

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15mg, 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg

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topiramate: Common Frequency

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BID

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topiramate: Indications/Use

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  • Seizures
  • Migraine prevention
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topiramate: Counseling Tips and Important Info

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  • Dizziness/Drowsiness
  • Numbness/Tingling
  • Memory impairment
  • Weight loss due to decreased appetite from nausea
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pregabalin (C-V): Brand Name

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Lyrica

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pregabalin (C-V): Common Strengths

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50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg

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pregabalin (C-V): Common Frequency

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BID, TID

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pregabalin (C-V): Indications/Use

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  • Neuropathic pain
  • Anxiety
  • Seizures
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pregabalin (C-V): Counseling Tips and Important Info

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  • Drowsiness/Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Blurred vision
  • Weight gain
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gabapentin: Brand Name

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Neurontin

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gabapentin: Common Strengths

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100mg, 300mg, 400mg, 600mg, 800mg

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gabapentin: Common Frequency

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BID, TID

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gabapentin: Indications/Use

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  • Neuropathic pain
  • Seizures
  • Anxiety
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gabapentin: Counseling Tips and Important Info

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  • Drowsiness/Dizziness
  • Uncoordinated muscle movements
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lamotrigine: Brand Name

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Lamictal

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lamotrigine: Common Strengths

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25mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg

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lamotrigine: Common Frequency

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QD, BID

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lamotrigine: Indications/Use

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  • Seizures
  • Bipolar Disorder
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lamotrigine: Counseling Tips and Important Info

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  • Nausea/Vomiting
  • Drowsiness/Dizziness
  • Skin rash (Stevens-Johnson Syndrome)
  • Visual disturbances
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divalproex sodium: Brand Name

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Depakote, Depakote ER

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divalproex sodium: Common Strengths

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DR Tabs: 125mg, 250mg, 500mg
ER Tabs: 250mg, 500mg

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divalproex sodium: Common Frequency

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DR: TID
ER: QD

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divalproex sodium: Indications/Use

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  • Seizures
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Migraine prevention
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divalproex sodium: Counseling Tips and Important Info

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  • Drowsiness/Dizziness
  • Tremor
  • Muscle weakness
  • Upset stomach - may take with food
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zolpidem (C-IV): Brand Name

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Ambien, Ambien CR

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zolpidem (C-IV): Common Strengths

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Ambien: 5mg, 10mg
Ambien CR: 6.25mg, 12.5mg

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zolpidem (C-IV): Common Frequency

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At bedtime

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zolpidem (C-IV): Indications/Use

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Insomnia (short term treatment)

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zolpidem (C-IV): Counseling Tips and Important Info

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  • Take within 20 min of bedtime
  • Get >8 hours of rest - May cause next day drowsiness
  • Risk of abnormal sleep behaviors
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temazepam (C-IV): Brand Name

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Restoril

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temazepam (C-IV): Common Strengths

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7.5mg, 15mg, 22.5mg, 30mg

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temazepam (C-IV): Common Frequency

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At bedtime

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temazepam (C-IV): Indications/Use

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Insomnia

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temazepam (C-IV): Counseling Tips and Important Info

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  • Take drug right before you get into bed
  • Get >8 hours of rest - May cause next day drowsiness
  • Headache