SNRI Class Flashcards
1
Q
Drugs
A
- Venlafaxine
- Duloxetine
2
Q
Mechanism of action
A
A serotonin and noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor
3
Q
Indications
A
- Major depression
- Generalised anxiety disorder
- Social anxiety disorder
- Panic disorder
- Menopausal symptoms
4
Q
Side effects
A
- Changes in sexual function
- Insomnia
- Serotonin syndrome
- Worsening depression
5
Q
Contraindications
A
- Arrhythmias
- Uncontrolled hypertension