SSRIS Flashcards

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1
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List of SSRIs

A

Fluoxetine
Paroxetine
Citalopram
Escitalopram
Sertraline
Fluvoxamine
Vilazodone

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2
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what serotonin transporter is blocked by SSRIs

A

5HT1A

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SSRIs are first line for

A

depression
PTSD
OCD
Panic disorder
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Anxiety disorder

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4
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what is the only antidepressant approved to treat bulimia

A

fluoxetine (SSRI)

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5
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which SSRI should be avoided in patients with long QT syndrome

A

Citalopram

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Common ADE of SSRIs

A

GI distress (nausea, diarrhea)
Headache
Sexual dysfunction
Weight changes (weight gain)

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BBW for SSRIs

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increased suicidality in children and young adults up to age 25y

Follow up usually at 2 weeks is recommended bc suicide risk is greatest following initial use of antidepressants

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