OCD Treatment Flashcards
1
Q
First-line meds for OCD treatment (the drug class)
A
SSRIs
2
Q
SSRIs that are FDA approved for OCD treatment
A
fluvoxamine, sertraline, paroxetine, fluoxetine
3
Q
What to do when an inadequate response to SSRI happens in OCD treatment
A
Switch to another SSRI after 4-6 weeks at a maximum dose
4
Q
What med to use after SSRI trials fail in OCD treatment
A
Clomipramine
5
Q
How to D/C med in OCD treatment
A
Taper the dose! Can be considered after 1-2 years of treatment for OCD with response
6
Q
Augmentation with what drug class could be helpful in OCD treatment?
A
APS!
