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parnate |
tranylcypromine-MAOI |
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s/sx of serotonin syndrome |
1. agitation 2. palpitations 3. diarrhea 4. fever 5. changes in BP 6. vomiting |
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when comparing it to other MAOIs, how is parnate different in terms of SE? |
causes stimulation instead of sedation like the rest of the MAOIs |
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what is different about the 6mg of Emsam patch? |
has no concerns with tyramine rich foods therefore no dietary issues |
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what are the different formulations of selegiline and thier indication? |
Emsam w/c is the only formulation used for depression
Eldepryl and Zelapar (ODT) are PO Rx used for parkinson's |
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doxepin and its indications? |
sinequan for depression
zonalon cream for pruritus
silenor for insomnia |
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what is nefazodone? unique SE |
it's similar to trazodone but less sedation
increased risk of hepatotoxicity |
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Camden is hepatitis C positive and has mildly elevated liver enzymes. Which antidepressant would be the least acceptable choice in this patient?
A) Fluoxetine B) Venlafaxine C) Mirtazapine D) Nefazodone E) Citalopram |
D) Nefazodone (similar to trazodone) is rarely used due to hepatotoxicity. Liver enzymes must be monitored and the patient must be counseled on symptoms of liver damage. |
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symbyax |
fluoxetine + olanzapine |