SSRI Medications
SSRIs increase serotonin levels by blocking this process.
What is reuptake of serotonin?
SNRIs work by increasing levels of these two neurotransmitters.
What are serotonin and norepinephrine?
MAOIs work by blocking this enzyme to increase serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine.
What is monoamine oxidase?
This class of medications is commonly used for short-term relief of anxiety symptoms.
What are benzodiazepines?
Name two medications used for prophylaxis of cluster headaches.
What are propranolol, amitriptyline, valproate, or lithium?
This class of drugs includes Adderall, Desoxyn, and Dexedrine and works by stimulating norepinephrine and dopamine in the brain.
What are amphetamines?
This side effect affects up to 50% of patients and may persist.
What is sexual dysfunction?
Patients starting an SNRI should be monitored for this serious mental health risk.
What is suicidal ideation?
The antidepressant effects of MAOIs typically begin in this timeframe.
What is 1 to 2 weeks?
For long-term anxiety treatment, this class increases serotonin levels by blocking its reuptake.
What are SSRIs?
These two acute treatments are commonly used to relieve a cluster headache.
What are triptans and 100% oxygen?
This should be monitored regularly in children on ADHD medication.
What are height, weight, blood pressure, and ADHD symptoms?
SSRIs carry this boxed warning for young adults.
What is increased risk of suicide (ages 18–24)?
A baseline test required before starting NNSRIs in high-risk patients.
What is an EKG?
AOI users must avoid foods high in this compound because it can cause a hypertensive crisis.
What is tyramine?
These classes of antipsychotics is also known as "first-generation" and "second-generation"
What are typical antipsychotics and aytpical antipsychotics?
These over-the-counter drugs are commonly used to abort a tension-type headache.
What are NSAIDs, acetaminophen, or muscle relaxants like metaxalone?
This black box warning is associated with amphetamine misuse.
What is sudden death and serious cardiovascular adverse events?
Time it typically takes for SSRIs to reach maximum effect.
What is 4 to 6 weeks?
Due to their potential for sedation, anticholinergic effects, and cardiotoxicity, NNSRIs are generally considered _________ treatment for depression.
What is second-line (or not first-line)?
MAOIs must not be combined with SSRIs due to the risk of this life-threatening condition.
What is serotonin syndrome?
Atypical antipsychotics are preferred first-line due to lower risk of this common movement-related side effect.
What is extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS)?
Triptans are contraindicated in these cardiac conditions due to the risk of coronary vasospasm.
What are coronary artery disease and uncontrolled hypertension?
This class of ADHD medications is Schedule II due to its potential for abuse.
What are amphetamines and amphetamine-like drugs?
Unlike many other medications, SSRIs have this unique feature regarding routine lab work.
What is no routine laboratory monitoring required?
In overdose, SNRIs pose this serious risk due to their norepinephrine activity.
In overdose, SNRIs pose this serious risk due to their norepinephrine activity.
Before switching to or from an MAOI, this precaution is required.
What is a 14-day washout period?
Long-term use of typical antipsychotics may cause this irreversible movement disorder.
What is tardive dyskinesia?
Women with migraine aura should avoid this type of contraceptive due to increased stroke risk.
What are estrogen-containing contraceptives?
Name three forms or durations of methylphenidate formulations.
What are short-acting (Ritalin), intermediate-acting (Ritalin SR), and long-acting (Concerta, Metadate CD)