Stimulant Abstinence

Question 1

Set of symptoms associated with cessation or reduction of the prolonged use of stimulants:

Answer 1

Definition

Question 2

Cessation or reduction of the prolonged use; Dysphoria and 2+ (Fatigue, Unpleasant dreams, Insomnia or hypersomnia, Increased appetite and Psychomotor alterations; Socio-occupational impairment):

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Diagnostic Criteria

Question 3

Treatment:

Answer 3

Calm place with low audiovisual stimulation -> Bromocriptina or Amantadina or Antidepressants or Modafinil

Question 4

Decreased energy, Increased appetite, Craving for sleep and Suicidal ideation:

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Presentation

Question 5

The longer the duration of use, the greater the magnitude of:

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Dopamine reduction

Question 6

Memory impairment can result after long-term use of high doses of amphetamines because of damage to

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Serotonin-releasing neurons

Question 7

Bromocriptina:

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1,5mg 8/8h

Question 8

Amantadina:

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100mg 12/12h

Question 9

Age most affected:

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20-39 years old

Question 10

can be useful if depression persists for 2 weeks after withdrawal:

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Antidepressants

Question 11

Antidepressants:

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Desipramine and Bupropion

Question 12

Desipramine:

Answer 12

a

Question 13

Bupropion:

Answer 13

a

Question 14

Withdrawal related insomnia treatment:

Answer 14

Trazodone, Hydroxyzine or Diphenhydramine