Quiz 1 Flashcards
Brand Name: Alprazolam
Xanax
Drug Class: Alprazolam
Antianxiety Agent
Common Dosage: Alprazolam
Management of Anxiety: 0.25-0.5 mg initially, given TID
Watch for: Alprazolam
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MoA: Alprazolam
facilitate the inhibitory neurotransmitter action of GABA, which mediates both pre- and post- synaptic inhibition in all regions of the CNS.
Adverse Effects: Alprazolam
Drowsiness and hypotension
Warnings:
Alprazolam
Concomitant use with opioids increase the risk of respiratory depression, coma, and death.
Brand Name: Amitriptyline HCl
Elavil
Indications and Dosage: Amitriptyline
Relieve symptoms of depression: 40mg-150mg daily in divided doses or at bedtime
Drug Class: Amitriptyline
Antidepressant
Watch for: Amitriptyline
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