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Psych Exam 3 drugs Flashcards

1
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What class is prozac?

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SSRI

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What class is celexa?

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SSRI

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What class is Lexapro?

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SSRI

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What class is Zoloft?

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SSRI

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5
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What class is Paxil?

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SSRI

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What class is Luvox?

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SSRI

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7
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What class is Xanax?

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Benzo

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What class is Ativan?

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Benzo

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What class is Tegretol?

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Benzo

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What class is Klonopin?

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Benzo

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11
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What is the antidote for Benzo overdose?

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flumazenil

Romazicon

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What is first line of choice for GAD?

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SSRI’s

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What may you need to give for immediate relief of GAD?

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Benzo- start with lowest possible dose- wean off as SSRI starts to become effective

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14
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Does Buspar produce a tolerance or addictive?

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No

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How long for Buspar to produce effect on GAD?

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1-2 weeks, and up to 6 weeks for full effect

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What are risks of treatment with Benzo drugs?

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high risk for abuse/dependence

and alcohol can potentiate the effects

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Risks of treatment with TCA’s?

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Main one is suicide- as they start to feel better they the energy to commit suicide; if 10 day supply is taken, could be fatal

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What is the drug of choice for PTSD?

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Zoloft- SSRI

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19
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4 Psychopharm treatments for PTSD?

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SSRI’s & Tricyclics
Inderal (propanol)
Tegretol

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What kind of stimulant is Adderall XR?

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Long-Acting stimulant

21
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What kind of stimulant is Daytrana?

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Long-acting Stimulant

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What kind of stimulant is Concerta?

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Long-acting Stimulant

23
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What kind of stimulant is Focalin XR?

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Long-acting Stimulant

24
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What kind of stimulant is and Ritalin LA?

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Long-acting Stimulant

25
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What kind of stimulant is Ritalin SR & Ritalin?

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Short/Intermediate stimulant

26
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What kind of stimulant is Methylin chewable and oral solution?

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Short/Intermediate stimulant

27
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What is the first line treatment for ADHD?

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Stimulants

28
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Why are Long acting Stimulants good for school agers?

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A dose at school may not be allowed, so a long-acting will last 8-12 through the school day

29
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What is one concern when giving non-stimulant Strattera?

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Watch closely for suicidal ideation

30
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How can you modify the route of Ritalin Ritalin LA or Adderall Adderall XR?

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If the pills cannot be swallowed, they can be crush or swallowed, also, capsules can be opened and put into applesauce

31
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What are the safe ages for Adderall?

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children 3- 5 years

32
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What age is adderall XR safe for?

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children over 6 years

33
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What form is Daytrana available?

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patch form

34
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What are the pros of using patch form daytrana?

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it can be worn for about 9 hours, and effect lasts for a few more hours; good to use for school; there is flexibility in amount of time patch is worn

35
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What is metadate CD?

A

extended release form of ritalin

36
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What ADHD meds must be swallowed?

A

Concerta, and Focalin XR

37
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What age is Concerta approved?

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over 6 years of age

38
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What kind of stimulant is focalin?

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short/intermediate acting stimulant

39
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What forms is menthylin available?

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chewable tablet or oral solution- good for children that cannot swallow pills

40
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When would Strattera (SNRI) and Wellbutrin (antidepressant) be use for ADHD?

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when stimulants have not worked; or side effects of stimulants are unacceptable to patient; or when there is tolerance or abuse of the stimulant

41
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What age is strattera approved?

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over 6 years

42
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When is clonidine (Catapres) indicated for ADHD?

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alone or combo with stimulant; especially good if tics are present with ADHD

43
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What drug is a great antipsychotic for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

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Risperdal, used for irritability aggression, and temper tantrums

-off label Zyprexa

44
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What SSRI’s are approved for the treatment of anxiety and depression in ASD?

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Luvox (age 8 and older)
Zoloft (age 6 and older)- moreso for depression
Prozac (age 7 and older)

45
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What TCA is indicated for treatment with ASD?

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anafranil (age 10 and older)

46
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What can be given for inattention in ASD?

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ritalin

47
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What drug is NOT used to treat tics or tourette’s disorder?

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ritalin- can worsen symptoms

48
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What drugs are used for tics and tourette’s?

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haldol, orap, catapres, anafranil, prozac and zoloft

49
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What drugs are used to treat eating disorders?

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TCA’s and SSRI’s both elevate mood but do not result in weight gain

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