Mood Stabilizer
Primary drug used for the treatment of bipolar disorder
Lithium
Common drug class of anxiolytics
benzodiazepines
Prevents the reuptake of one or more neurotransmitter
SSRI
Dystonia, akathisia, tardive dyskinesia, pseudoparkinsonism are examples of this
Extrapyrimidal symptoms
Therapeutic range for lithium
0.6 - 1.2 meq/L.
Benzodiazepines amplify which neurotransmitter?
GABA
Inhibits reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine
SNRI
Haloperidol (Haldol) is this type of anti-psychotic
1st generation AKA typical antipsychotic
Common anti-convulsants used for the treatment of bi-polar disorder
Divalproex
Iamotrigine
Carbamazepine
Other than anxiety, what else can benzos treat?
Seizures
Insomnia
MAOI would most likely cause changes in the CNS concentration of what?
Norepinephrine
Blocks both dopamine and serotonin receptors
2nd generation AKA Atypical antipsychotics
Baseline Labs needs for lithium
BUN, creatnine, electrolytes, TSH, liver function, thyroid function, negative pregnancy test
Name 3 Benzodiazepine drugs
clonazepam, diazapam, lorazepam,
What kind of anti-depressant is amitriptyline?
TCA (tricyclic antidepressants)
Peak range for oral atypical antipsychotics
1-6 hours
Signs/Symptoms of Lithium Toxicity
Severe nausea/vomiting, Severe hand tremors, Confusion, Vision changes
Common side effects of benzos
drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, muscle weakness
May also be used for treatment of PTSD
SNRI
Onset of IM typical antipsychotic
10-15 minutes