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What are the 4 names for stimulants that are commonly used?
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amphetamine, methylphenidate, dextroamphetamine, dexmethylphetamine
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Modafinil
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DA uptake inhibitor? Used for excessive daytime sleepiness
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sodium oxybate
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used in narcolepsy
MOA: gamma-hydroxybutyrate |
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What is a migraine?
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Unilateral, pulsatile/throbbing, nausea/vomiting, interruptions, 4-72 hours
Presence of prodrome/aura distiguishes |
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pathophys of migraine?
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neurogenic inflammation (?)
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what to prescribe in migraine is symptoms not severe and no vomiitng?
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NSAIDs
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what to use in treatment of severe migraine?
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triptans or dihydroergotamine
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tryptans mech?
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5HT receptor agonists; inhibit NT release
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when to use/not use tryptans?
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best in combo with NSAIDs, contraindicated in persons w/ coronary disease
expensice can be combined with antiemetics |
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migraine preventative therapy
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beta blockers, antiepileptic (valproate, topiramate), TCA, behavioral therapies are effective (relax... etc)
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