Therapeutic Effects
Prevents / decreases incidence of acute manic episodes.
What is Lithium Carbonate/ Lithoobid/ Eskalith?
Lower risk of TD, EPS & NMS. Sedation often occurs. Lowers WBC and immunity.
What is Quetiapine/Seroquel?
For the transdermal patch, watch for skin changes and apply to dry and intact skin.
What is Selegiline / Emsam?
Overdose signs and symptoms: somnolence, confusion, impaired coordination, diminished reflexes
What is Alprozolam/Xanax?
Decreases symptoms of depression, improves mood and emotional well being, may reduce anxiety / panic symptoms.
What is Phenelzine/Nardil?
What is Fluphenazine/Prolixin?
Antidote for toxicity or overdose is Flumazenil
What is Diazepam/Valium?
The medication takes several weeks to become effective. It is also not appropriate for individuals with angle-closure glaucoma, alcohol intolerance, Brugada syndrome, or current use of MAOIs
What is Nortriptyline / Pamelor?
Increased attention span in ADHD. Increased motor activity, mental alertness, and diminished fatigue in narcolepsy.
What is Methylphenidate/Ritalin?
Adverse Effects include Agranulocytosis, Neuroepileptic malignant syndrome (NMS), Hypotension (with IM), and blurry vision
What is Chlorpromazine/Thorazine?
Concurrent use with St. John's Wart or MAOIs increases the risk of Serotonin Syndrome.
What is Duloxetine/Cymbalta?
Symptoms of acute overdose include: disturbed concentration, confusion, restlessness, agitation, seizures, drowsiness, mydriasis, arrhythmias, fever, hallucinations, vomiting, and dyspnea
What is Imipramine/Tofranil?
Improves symptoms of PPD.
What is Zuranolone/Zurzuvae?
Dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, blurred vision, hypotension, cardiac toxicity.
What is Amitriptyline/Elavil?
Monitor for metabolic changes, EPS, CBC, and NMS (Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome), and suicidal thoughts.
What is Aripiprazole/Abilify?
Report new rashes immediately, especially if accompanied by a fever or peeling of skin.
What is Lamotrigine/Lamictal?