Venlafaxine

anxiety disorder. One specific drug therapy that has been researched is that of venlafaxine extended release (ER) in low or high doses. Venlafaxine ER is a dual action serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor that was recently approved by the FDA for treating social anxiety disorder. Research has found that there is no significant differences in low or high doses regarding response and remission rates to venlafaxine ER (Stein, Pollack, Bystritsky, Kelsey, & Mangano, 2005). In comparison to…

fell back over a hand dolly. As per OMNI, she is diagnosed with lumbar spine spondylosis at L5-S1 and minimal bulge at L4-5. Per medical report dated 03/28/2016, patient’s medications include Celebrex, tramadol hydrochloride, pantoprazole sodium, venlafaxine, lisinopril, pravastatin sodium, levothyroxine sodium, cyclobenzaphrine and Questran light. Based on the progress report dated 05/31/16, the patient is still having lower back pain, rated as 5/10 on good days and 7/10 on bad days. She…

based primary study18 that reported a single case of serotonin toxicity after TRAM was used revealed that, TRAM was co-administered with other drugs (i.e., venlafaxine and mirtazapine)18. The study performed a causality assessment and reported that, serotonin syndrome was observed after adding Tramadol to the existing medication regime (of venlafaxine and mirtazapine). Based on the analysis of results, a combination of multiple drugs caused the serotonin syndrome and serotonin release by…

reduced capacitance of the venous system.  Some drugs that may increase BP include corticosteroids, estrogens, nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), amphetamines, sibutramine, cyclosporine, tacrolimus, erythropoietin, and venlafaxine .  It has also been suggested that endothelial dysfunction and vascular inflammation may also contribute to increased peripheral resistance and vascular damage in hypertension. Interleukin 17 has…

Involutional Depression • Definition: specifier for major depressive disorder, which presents itself with melancholy • Causes: Genetics and biological factors • Signs and symptoms: prolonged severe sadness, feeling of worthlessness, loss of interest, fatigued, anxious, irritable, loss or increase in appetite, sleep difficulty, suicidal talk and or attempt • Treatment: -Talk therapy -Group therapy -Electroconvulsive therapy -Medications: 1. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs):…

12.00 TREATMENT OF POST MI DEPRESSION When depression is suspected in an MI patient or the screening tool reveals depressive symptoms, the patient needs to be referred to a Psychiatrist for further management. Adequate and prompt management of depression can improve the quality of life in MI patients . When depression has been managed, CAD patients are more likely to be compliant to medications, regular doctor check-ups and modify their lifestyle (95). However there is insufficient evidence of…

REFLECTIVE JOURNAL ENTRY ONE Tell an illness story of your own, or one you find on the internet. How does this story construct subjectivity for the protagonist and the people around him or her? I’ve always had issues concerning sleep, as a child I had night terrors and issues with going to sleep on time. In my late teens my sleep issues became worse, I was often falling asleep during lectures, having to have naps in between lectures, at the same time I often had issues with falling asleep at…

the three main PTSD clusters such as avoidance, re-experiencing, and hyperarousal. SSRIs are tolerable and have few side effects. Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors block the reuptake of the neurotransmitters. SNRIs such as duloxetine, venlafaxine, and desvenlafaxine act by preventing the reuptake of the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine (Greenberg, 2012). High concentrations of extracellular serotonin and norepinephrine can improve mood and decreased depressive…

Anxiety affects millions of people and is considered one of the most common mental illnesses. Anxiety disorders can be very harmful and can also disturb personal relationships, social life, work, and so many other opportunities. Anxiety is different for everyone and comes in a variety of forms and symptoms. Out of all the people who are suffering with anxiety, some will never receive or seek treatment due to being unaware of their illness. Anxiety and fear are normal emotions but overwhelming…

Depression should be treated with antidepressants due to various ethical reasons that help basic mental and physical health. Depression is a serious mood disorder that enables one to easily feel sad, upset, and stressed out. Since depression is common today, more people rely on different types of treatment such as medications and drugs. “The World Health Organization reports that depression is the second leading cause of disability worldwide and, by 2020, is estimated to be the leading cause of…