Meds Flashcards
Alzheimer’s first line treatment
Cholinesterase inhibitors:
- Donepezil (Aricept)
- Galantamine (Razadyne)
- Rivastigmine (Exelon)
Alzheimer’s mild- moderate stage med
Memantine (Namenda)
Alzheimer’s New med
Aducanumab
Alzheimer’s drugs that treat behavior symptoms
Antipsychotics
Alzheimer’s drugs that treat depression
Antidepressants: SSRIs
Alzheimer’s meds (all)
Donepezil (Aricept)
Galantamine (Razadyne)
Rivastigmine (Exelon)
Memantine (Namenda)
Aducanumab
Antipsychotic
Antidepressants: SSRIs
Lewy Body Disease meds
Cholinesterase inhibitors: LBD s/s
Antipsychotics: use w/ caution
Antidepressants: SSRIs: depression
Alcohol withdrawal first line treatment
Benzodiazepines:
- Lorazepam (Ativan): short acting
- Chlordiazepoxide (Librium): long acting
Alcohol withdraw meds (all)
Lorazepam (Ativan)
Chlordiazepoxide (Librium)
Clonidine (Catapres)
Alcohol relapse Meds
Antabuse (Disulfiram)
Naltrexone (ReVia)
Alcohol withdrawal adjunct meds
Hypertension
Metoprolol
Clonidine
Alcohol withdrawal adjunct meds
Agitation
Haloperidol
Wernickes encephalopathy meds
Banana Bag: first
Thiamine: PO : next
Opioid Withdrawal/ Detox meds
Methadone
Buprenorphine (Suboxone)
Naltrexone (ReVia)
Opioid overdose antidote
Naloxone (Narcan)
ANOREXIA NERVOSA meds
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Olanzapine (Zyprexa)
BULIMIA NERVOSA meds
fluoxetine (Prozac)
Autism Spectrum disorder (ASD) Meds
Antipsychotics
Risperidone (risperdal)
Aripiprazole (abilify)
- aggression
- deliberate self injury
- temper tantrums and labile moods 5-17 years old
Autism Spectrum disorder (ASD) Meds
SSRIs
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Sertraline (Zoloft)
- improve anxiety
- obsessive traits
Autism Spectrum disorder (ASD) Meds
Inattention/ impulsivity/ overactivity
Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
Autism Spectrum disorder (ASD) Meds:
reduces hyperactivity/ self-stimulation/ irritability
Clonidine(Alpha 2 agonist)
Autism Spectrum disorder (ASD) Meds:
agitation
Buspirone
Trazodone
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD):
Stimulants
Methylphenidate (Ritalin): Short acting
(Long acting: Concerta)
Amphetamine salts (Adderall)
Lisdexamfetamine ( Vyvanse)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD):
Nonstimulants
Atomoxetine (Strattera)
Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
Guanfacine (Tenex)
Clonidine (Catapres)
