Parasomnias Flashcards
1
Q
What anti-depressants are associated with RBD?
A
Venlafaxine (SNRI), SSRIs, mirtazapine
2
Q
What anti-depressant medication is NOT associated with RBD?
A
Bupropion
3
Q
What BBs are associated with RBD?
A
Bisoprolol, atenolol
4
Q
Are MAOs associated with RBD?
A
Yes (selegiline, imipramine)
5
Q
What occupation is associated with RBD?
A
Farming
6
Q
What behaviors are associated with RBD?
A
Cigarette smoking, ETOH use, pesticide exposure
7
Q
What physical presentation helps differentiate seizures from parasomnias?
A
- Prominent dystonia or limb extension c/w seizure
- Short events < 2 min c/w seizure
- Long events > 10 min c/w parasomnia
