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Psychiatry Flashcards

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Adverse effects of atypical antipsychotics

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Weight gain
Hyperproactinaemia

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Atypical antipsychotics

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Clozapine
Olanzapine
Risperidone
Quetiapine
Amisulpride
Aripiprazole

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Risks/adverse effects associated with clozapine

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Agranulocytosis
Reduced seizure threshold
Constipation
Myocarditis
Hypersalivation

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Features of serotonin syndrome

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Neuromuscular excitation - hyperreflexia, myoclonus, rigidity
Autonomic nervous system excitation - hyperthermia, sweating
Altered mental status - confusion

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Management of serotonin syndrome

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Supportive incl. IV fluids
Benzodiazepines
Consider serotonin antagonists e.g. cyproheptadine + chlorpromazine

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