Medications Flashcards
What 5 diagnoses are SSRI’s prescribed for?
Depression OCD Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder PTSD Premature Ejaculation (SE delayed ejaculation)
Common Side Effects of SSRI’s (10 of them)
Suicidality Delayed Ejaculation, Reduced Vaginal Lubrication GI (nausea, diarrhea, constipation) Insomnia Anxiety HA Anorexia Serotonin Syndrome Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome SSRI discontinuation syndrome
Six Common SSRI’s
Fluoxetine (Prozac) Sertraline (Zoloft) Paroxetine (Paxil) Citalopram (Celexa) Escitalopram (Lexapro) FluvOxamine (Luvox)
Fluoxetine (Prozac) has a long half life so it increases/decreases the risk of SSRI discontinuation syndrome
Decreases
Sertraline (Zoloft) most common side effect is
GI problems.
Paroxetine (Paxil) has a short half life so it increases/decreases the risk of SSRI discontinuation syndrome
Increases
Paxil is also good for lethargy due to it’s ________ properties
Stimulant
Which two SSRI’s have the least side effects
Citalopram (Celexa) and Escitalopram (Lexapro)
Which SSRI is used ONLY for OCD
Fluvoxamine (Luvox)
SNRI’s (affect what neurotransmitters)
Serotonin Norepinephrine Re-uptake Inhibitors
Name two SNRI’s
Venlafaxine (Effexor) and Duloxetine (Cymbalta)
Venlafaxine (Effexor) inhibits the re-uptake of norepinephrine so can cause what side effect.
Increased BP
Duloxetine (Cymbalta) also is approved for what chronic condition?
Chronic Pain
Name the only NDRI (Norepinephrine Dopamine Re-uptake inhibitor)
Wellbutrin (Bupropion)
Because Wellbutrin (Bupropion) does not involve what neurotransmitter means there are no _____________ side effects.
Serotonin
Sexual