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18 Cards in this Set
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What are the (3) most common antidepressant agents?
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-Tricyclic antidepressants
-Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor -Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor |
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Zoloft
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Setraline
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Lexapro
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Escitalopram
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Celexa
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Citalopram
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Prozac
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Fluoxetine
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Desyrel
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Trazadone
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Paxil
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Paroxetine
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Cymbalta
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Duloxetine
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Effexor
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Venlafaxine
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Elavil
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Amitriptyline
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Bupropin
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Wellbutrin
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Xanax (SCH. IV)
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Alprazolam
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Ativan (SCH. IV)
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Lorazepam
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Valium (SCH. IV)
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Diazepam
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Of this set, which (3) drugs are Benzodiazepines?
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all the SCH. IV drugs:
Xanax (Alprazolam) Ativan (Lorazepam) Valium (Diazepam) |
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What is affect do Benzodiazepines have on the body?
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Sedative or hypnotic affect that can decrease convulsions and affect emotional stability.
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What affect do SSRI or Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors have on the body?
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Keep levels of serotonin higher in the brain to increase mood.
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Why is SSRI a preferred alternative to MAOI (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor) drug therapy?
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-MAOI's have numerous negative side affects and interactions with foods.
-MAOI'S and SSRI'S should NEVER be taken concurrently. |
