What class of medication is Haldol?
Haldol (Haloperidol) is a first generation antipsychotic (FGA) or typical antipsychotic, used to treat schizophrenia and other psychoses, as well as symptoms of agitation, irritability, and delirium.
This treatment involves sending an electric current through the brain. The aim is to relieve severe symptoms of chronic depression.
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
Methylphenidate & Dextroamphetamine
ADHD
Side effects of Benzodiazepine?
Common side effects of Benzos include drowsiness, light-headedness, confusion, unsteadiness (especially in older people, who may fall and experience injuries), dizziness, slurred speech, muscle weakness, memory problems, constipation, nausea (feeling sick), dry mouth, blurred vision.
What class of medication is Depakote (Valproic Acid?
Depakote is one of the first generation of a class of medications called antiepileptic drugs (AEDs). Depakote is used to treat complex partial seizures, simple and complex absence seizures, as well as acute manic symptoms in patients with bipolar disorder.
This behavioral therapy technique involves massive exposure of patients to extremely aversive or repulsive stimuli in imaginal form.
Implosive Therapy
Fluoxetine & Sertraline
Depression
What side effects are commonly seen in pts on atypical antipsychotics?
Atypical antipsychotics can cause adverse effects of weight gain, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus, QTc prolongation, extrapyramidal side effects, myocarditis, agranulocytosis, cataracts, and sexual side effects.
What class of medication is Anafranil?
Anafranil (clomipramine hydrochloride) is a tricyclic antidepressant used to treat symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) such as recurrent thoughts or feelings and repetitive actions.
This therapy is used to treat extreme aversions through a combination of graded exposure and relaxation.
Systematic Desensitization Therapy
Lorazepam or Clonazepam
Anxiety Disorders
Name some common side effects of mood stabilizers?
Some of these side effects include: nausea, stomach cramps, thirst, fatigue, headache, and mild tremor, restlessness. dry mouth, increased thirst, and frequent urination.
What class of medication is Lorazepam?
Lorazepam belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. This drug works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA).
This therapy is a psycho-social intervention that aims to change unhelpful or unhealthy ways of thinking, feeling and behaving. It uses practical self-help strategies to improve the quality of life reduce symptoms of various mental health conditions, primarily substance abuse, depression and anxiety disorders.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
Antipsychotics, treats psychosis
Olanzapine or Risperidone
Describe what is meant by Extrapyramidal Syndromes?
Antipsychotic medications commonly produce extrapyramidal symptoms as side effects. These include
i. Tardive dyskinesia,
ii. Pseudo Parkinsonism,
iii. Akinesia
iv. Akathisia
v. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
What class of medication is Disulfiram?
Disulfiram, also known by the brand name Antabuse, is a medication used in the treatment of alcohol use disorders by producing unpleasant side effects and sensitivity to alcohol.
This therapy is a talk therapy for people who experience emotions very intensely. It's a common therapy for people with borderline personality disorder, and other mental health conditions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Pharmacological modality to treat alcohol use disorder (AUD).
Acamprosate, Disulfiram & Naltrexone
What are important teaching for MAOI medications?
Pts on these meds need to avoid foods containing high levels of tyramine — an amino acid that regulates blood pressure — such as aged cheeses, sauerkraut, cured meats, draft beer and fermented soy products (for example, soy sauce, miso and tofu). The interaction of tyramine with MAOIs can cause dangerously high blood pressure.