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part 7 MH meds Flashcards

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Blocks neuronal reuptake of two monoamine transmitters: NE and 5-HT (serotonin). These increase the concentration of these transmitters at CNS synapses and intensify their effects.

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TCA’s

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What are TCA’s used for?

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depression
bipolar
fibromyalgia

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What are the AE of TCA’s?

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orthostatic hypotension 
anticholinergic effects 
diaphoresis 
sedation 
cardiac toxicity 
seizures 
hypomania 
suicide risk
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What is the most hazardous of the antidepressants?

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MAOI’s

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What is MAO?

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enzyme found in the liver

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What is MOA of MAOI’s?

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inhibits MAO

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What are the therapeutic uses of MAOI’s?

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depression

other psychiatric disorders (bulimia, agoraphobia)

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What are the AE’s of MAOI’s?

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CNS stimulation
ortho hypotension
HTN crisis for tyramine

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What is an atypical antidepressant?

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Bupropion (Wellbutrin)

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What are the classes of antidepressant drugs?

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  • TCAs
  • SSRIs
  • SNRIs
  • serotonin norepinephrine disinhibitor
  • MAOIs
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