Session 6: Therapeutic Indications — Anxiety & Depression Flashcards

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Treats depression, neuropathic or chronic pain, and insomnia.

A

Tricyclic Antidepressants

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Treats depression primarily. Also treats anxiety, panic, OCD, PTSD, & migraines.

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Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)

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3
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Treats major depressive
disorder.

A

Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)

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4
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Primarily used for major depressive disorder in people who do not respond to other antidepressants

not commonly used anymore

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Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)

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