Mood Stabilizing Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
What is the gold standard medication for bipolar?
A
Lithium (Eskalith)
2
Q
What is the therapeutic level for Lithium?
A
0.6-1.4!!
3
Q
What are some common side effects of Lithium?
A
weight gain, fine hand tremmor, loose stool
4
Q
What are the classes of drugs used for mood stabilization?
A
Lithium, anticonvulsants, atypical antipsychotics
5
Q
Which antiepileptic drug is used for mood stabilization?
A
Depakote
6
Q
What medication would you expect a patient with a mood disorder to be on?
A
Lithium, Anticonvulsant (depakote), or atypical antipsychotic (Abilify)
7
Q
Which atypical antipsychotic is often used for mood stabilization?
A
Abilify
