Psych Flashcards
1
Q
How to manage acute dystonic reaction.
A
Procyclidine
2
Q
When is clozapine indicated
A
If 2 antipsychotics have failed.
Each need to be trialled for 6-8 weeks and one must be 2nd generation
3
Q
Clozapine side effects
A
SAMCS
Seizure threshold lowered
Agranulocytosis
Myocarditis
Constipation
Salivation
4
Q
What might make you need to change the dose of clozapine
A
If someone starts or stops smoking during treatment
