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Anti-Depressants Flashcards

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According to the biogenic amine theory, depression is due to a deficiency of which two neurotransmitters in the brain?

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  1. Serotonin (5-HT)

2. Norepinephrine (NE)

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MAO-A inactivates which neurotransmitters?

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5-HT; NE

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MAO-B inactivates which neurotransmitters?

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Dopamine (DA)

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What is the MOA of MAOIs?

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Inactivation of MAO –> increase levels of 5-HT, NE, DA in presynaptic neurons w/ subsequent leakage of neurotransmitter into synaptic cleft

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Name 3 nonselective MAOIs

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  1. Tranylcypromine
  2. Phenelzine
  3. Isocarboxazid
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Selegiline is commonly used in the treatment of which disease?

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Parkinson disease

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MAO-A also inactivates which monoamine commonly found in certain cheeses (aged), alcoholic beverages, fish, chocolates, red wines, and processed meats?

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Tyramine (inactivated by MAO in GI tract)

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MAOIs are the drugs of choice for treating what type of depression?

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Atypical depression

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How long does it take to see antidepressant effects in patients who are started on an MAOI?

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2~4 weeks

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How long should a patient wait from the time of discontinuing an MAOI to the time of starting a new antidepressant medication?

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At least 2 wks

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What are the adverse effects of MAOIs?

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Orthostatic hypotension; xerostomia; blurred vision; drowsiness; constipation; urinary retention

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What life-threatening condition may develop when MAOIs and SSRIs are used concomitantly?

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Serotonin syndrome

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What characterizes serotonin syndrome?

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Rigidity; diaphoresis; hyperthermia; seizures; autonomic instability; myoclonus

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What life-threatening condition may develop when patients taking MAOIs ingest foods containing tyramine?

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Hypertensive crisis

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What characterizes hypertensive crisis?

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HTN; HA; Tachycardia; N/V; stroke; arrhythmias

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A serotonin-like syndrome may develop when MAOIs are used concomitantly with what common OTC medication used to suppress cough?

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Dextromethorphan

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A serotonin-like syndrome may develop when MAOIs are used concomitantly w/ which opioid analgesic?

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Meperidine

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What is the MOA of TCAs?

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Inhibits reuptake of 5-HT & NE into presynaptic neurons –> increase neurotransmitter concentrations in synaptic cleft

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What other types of neurotransmitter and hormonal receptors, other than 5-HT and NE, are inhibited by TCAs?

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Muscarinic; alpha-adrenergic; histaminergic

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How long does it take to see antidepressant effects in patients who are started on a TCA?

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4~6 wks

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Give examples of TCAs

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Amitriptyline; imipramine; clomipramine; nortriptyline; protriptyline; desipramine; doxepin

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What is the name of the active metabolite of amitriptyline that selectively inhibits NE reuptake?

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Nortriptyline

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What is the name of the active metabolite of imipramine that selectively inhibits NE reuptake?

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Which TCA is also used for the treatment of certain types of neuropathic pain and for the prevention of migraine HAs?

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Amitryptyline

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Which TCA is commonly used to treat OCD?
Clomipramine
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Which TCA is also used to treat pediatric nocturnal enuresis (aka uncontrolled pissing)
Imipramine
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Why is imipramin used for childhood enuresis?
Increases contraction of internal sphincter of bladder; decreases stage 3 & 4 of sleep
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What are the adverse effects of the TCAs?
Xerostomia; blurred vision; urinary retention; arrhythmias; seizures (lowers seizure threshold); orthostatic hypotention w/ reflex tachycardia; sedation; serotonin syndrome (when combined w/ MAOIs or SSRIs); coma
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What are the "3 C's" of TCA toxicity/
Coma, Convulsions, Cardiotoxicity
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Compare TCA toxicity to SSRI toxicity
SSRI toxicity: much lower than TCAs. Mortality only reported when combined w/ alcohol. TCAs toxicity: can lead to death @ much lower concentrations compared to SSRIs
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What is the treatment for TCA OD?
Activated charcoal to absorb the drub in GI tract; sodium bicarb to correct acidosis & cardiac arrhythmias; phenytoin; Mg
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What is the MOA of trazodone and nefazodone?
Inhibits reuptake of 5-HT into presynaptic neurons --> increase neurotransmitter concentration in synaptic cleft
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What AE is unique to trazodone?
Priapism (aka EPIC HARD-ON, BONER-for-DAYS)
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What is the MOA of bupropion?
Weak inhibitor of DA, 5-HT, NE reuptake
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Bupropion is also used in what settings (other than depression)?
Smoking cessation; OCD
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Does bupropion cause sexual dysfx?
No. Making it useful alternative in patients w/ sexual dysfx w/ other antidepressants such as SSRIs
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Is bupropion safe to use in patients w/ epilepsy?
No, b/c it lowers seizure threshold
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What is the MOA of mirtazapine?
Weight gain via appetite stimulation (may be beneficial in depressed patients who b/cm anorexic)
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Name an alpha-antagonist that is used in treatment of ED?
Yohimbine
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What is the MOA of venlafaxine?
Potent inhibitor of 5-HT and NE reuptake; weak inhibitor of DA reuptake
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What is the major side effect of venlafaxine?
HTN
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What is the MOA of duloxetine?
Selective serotonin and NE reuptake inhibitor (SSNRI)
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Give examples of SSNRIs
Fluoxetine; paroxetine; fluvoxamine; sertraline; citalopram; escitalopram
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What is the prototype of the SSRI drug class?
Fluoxetine
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What is the longest-acting SSRI?
Fluoxetine
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Fluoxetine is also used in what settings (other than depression)?
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD); bulimia nervosa; OCD; panic disorder; selective mutism
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What kind of drug interactions may SSRIs produce?
Inhibition of CYP P450
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Do SSRIs cause sexual dysfx?
Yes. They can cause anorgasmia (NOOOOOO! #sadlife)
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Do SSRIs cause cardiac arrhythmias?
No, they do not. In contrast to TCAs
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What are the AE of SSRIs?
Sexual dysfx; agitation; anxiety; seizures (w/ OD); N/V; diarrhea; sedation
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Which SSRI is also FDA approved for social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and PTSD?
Paroxetine
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Which SSRIs cause the lease amount of drug-drug interactions?
Citalopram; escitalopram; sertraline

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