Mechanism of Action
This SSRI selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin in the synaptic cleft.
What is Fluoxetine (Prozac)?
This medication is FDA-approved for bipolar depression and seizure control.
What is Lamotrigine (Lamictal)?
Which SSRI is associated with the highest risk of discontinuation syndrome?
What is Paroxetine (Paxil)?
All antidepressants carry a black box warning for this serious adverse effect in young adults and adolescents.
What is suicidal ideation?
SSRIs inhibit which cytochrome P450 enzyme, potentially increasing the levels of drugs like warfarin and tricyclic antidepressants?
What is CYP2D6?
This mood stabilizer inhibits inositol monophosphatase and modulates sodium transport across membranes.
What is Lithium?
Which antipsychotic is considered the gold standard for treatment-resistant schizophrenia?
What is Clozapine (Clozaril)?
This antipsychotic has a high metabolic side effect profile, including weight gain and diabetes risk.
What is Olanzapine (Zyprexa)?
Clozapine carries a black box warning for which life-threatening condition?
What is agranulocytosis?
Concurrent use of MAOIs and SSRIs can result in this life-threatening condition.
What is serotonin syndrome?
Which antipsychotic works as a partial dopamine agonist at D2 receptors and a serotonin agonist at 5-HT1A receptors?
What is Aripiprazole (Abilify)?
Name the SNRI indicated for both depression and neuropathic pain management.
What is Duloxetine (Cymbalta)?
Which medication has a black box warning for Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and requires slow titration?
What is Lamotrigine (Lamictal)?
Which medication class carries a black box warning for increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis?
What are antipsychotics?
Which antipsychotic should be avoided with QT-prolonging medications due to the risk of torsades de pointes?
What is Ziprasidone (Geodon)?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by benzodiazepines to produce their anxiolytic effect?
What is GABA?
Which long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotic requires oral overlap for the first 3 weeks?
What is Risperdal Consta?
What is the most common side effect of lithium therapy?
What is tremor?
Which benzodiazepine carries a black box warning for concurrent use with opioids due to the risk of respiratory depression?
What is Lorazepam (Ativan)?
Carbamazepine induces which cytochrome enzyme, leading to reduced efficacy of oral contraceptives?
What is CYP3A4?
Name the antipsychotic that blocks both dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT2A receptors to reduce positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
What is Risperidone (Risperdal)?
Which stimulant is commonly used for ADHD but requires a high-fat meal for optimal absorption?
What is Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine)?
Which SNRI is known for causing dose-dependent increases in blood pressure?
What is Venlafaxine (Effexor)?
Valproic acid has a black box warning for hepatotoxicity, pancreatitis, and which other condition?
What is fetal neural tube defects?
Which mood stabilizer's levels can be affected by changes in sodium intake and dehydration?
What is Lithium?