Psychotropic Medications Flashcards
Prozac (Brand Name)
Fluoxetine (Generic)
Depressive Disorder
SSRI medication
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
Celexa (Brand Name)
Citalopram (Generic)
Drug Class: SSRI
Depressive Disorder
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
Zoloft (Brand Name)
Sertraline (Generic Name)
Depressive Disorder
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
Lexapro (Brand Name)
Escitalopram (Generic Name)
Depressive Disorder
Drug Class: SSRI
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
Paxil (Brand Name)
Paroxetine (Generic Brand)
Drug Class: SSRI
Depressive Disorder
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
Luvox (Brand Name)
Fluvoxamine (Generic Name)
Depressive Disorder
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
Wellbutrin (Brand Name)
Bupropion (Generic Name)
NDRI
Norepinephrine and Dopamine Reuptake Inhibitors
Other brand name Bupropion medications Zyban and Aplenzin
Brand name Wellbutrin medications used as a smoking cessation aid.
•Zyban
•Aplezin
•Bupropion
Most commonly prescribed antidepressants and tend to have fewer side effects.
SSRI’s
How long does it take SSRI’s for their effect to be felt?
Typically 2-4 weeks
MAOI’s
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors or Tricyclic
SSRI’s side effects
•Nausea and gastrointestinal issues
•Headache
•Insomnia
•Nervousness/agitation
•Decrease in sexual desire
•Fatigue
•Dry mouth
•Changes in appetite
•Weight gain
May increase risk of suicidal ideation and behavior in children, adolescents, and adults younger than 25 years
Valium (Brand Name)
Diazepam (Generic Name)
Drug class: Benzodiazepines
Anxiety Disorder
Xanax (Brand Name)
Alprazolam (Generic Name)
Drug class: Benzodiazepine
Anxiety Disorder
Ativan (Brand Name)
Lorazepam (Generic Name)
Drug class: Benzodiazepine
Anxiety Disorder
Klonopin (Brand Name)
Clonazepam (Generic Name)
Drug class: Benzodiazepine
Anxiety Disorder
Benzodiazepine side effects
(Anti-Anxiety Medication)
•Drowsiness
•Muscle weakness
•Slurred speech
•Light-headeness
•Unsteadiness or motor incoordination
•Memory Issues
Lithium (Brand Name)
Drug Class: Anti-manic
Mood disorder medication
Depakote (Brand Name)
Divalproex Sodium (Generic Name)
Drug Class: Antiepileptic Drug
Mood Disorder
Lamictal (Brand Name)
Lamotrigine (Generic Name)
Mood stabilizer
Mood Disorder
Abilify (Brand Name)
Aripiprazole (Generic Name)
Drug Class: Atypical Antipsychotics
Mood Disorder
Abilify
Mood Disorder drug
Is an add-on treatment to be used in conjunction with another medication for Depression, Bipolar Disorder, or Schizophrenia, when the other drug alone is not enough.
Ritalin (Brand Name)
Methylphenidate (Generic Name)
Drug Class: Stimulant
ADHD
Adderall (Brand Name)
Amphetamine (Generic Name)
Drug Class: Stimulant
ADHD
Dexedrine (Brand Name)
Dextroamphetamine (Generic Name)
Drug Class: Stimulant
ADHD
ADHD medication side effects
•Loss of appetite
•Weight loss
•Stomach ache
•Headache
•Trouble sleeping
•Jitteriness
•Irritability
•Increased heart rate or blood pressure
Haldol (Brand Name)
Haloeridol (Generic Brand)
Drug Class: Antipsychotic
Schizophrenia
Thorazine (Brand Name)
Chlorpromazine (Generic Brand)
Drug Class: Antipsychotics
Schizophrenia
Seroquel (Brand Name)
Quitiapine (Generic Name)
Drug Class: Atypical Antipsychotics
Schizophrenia
Risperdal (Brand Name)
Risperidone (Generic Name)
Drug Class: Atypical Antipsychotic
Schizophrenia
Zyprexa (Brand Name)
Olanzapine (Generic Name)
Drug Class: Atypical Antipsychotics
Schizophrenia
Clozaril (Brand Name)
Clozapine (Generic Name)
Drug Class: Atypical Antipsychotic
Schizophrenia
