Antipsychotic, Anti-epileptic, and Hypnotic (Counseling Tips)

Question 1

olanzapine

Answer 1

weight gain
increased blood sugar or cholesterol
movement disorders
decreased sex drive

Question 2

quetiapine

Answer 2

weight gain
increased BP, tachycardia
increased appetite

Question 3

aripiprazole

Answer 3

weight gain
movement disorders

Question 4

topiramate

Answer 4

numbness/tingling
memory impairment
weight loss due to decreased appetite from nausea

Question 5

pregabalin

Answer 5

headache
blurred vision
weight gain

Question 6

gabapentin

Answer 6

uncoordinated muscle movement

Question 7

lamotrigine

Answer 7

uncoordinated muscle movements
headache
burred/double vision

Question 8

divalproex sodium

Answer 8

tremor
muscle weakness
upset stomach-may take with food

Question 9

zolpidem

Answer 9

take within 20 minute of bedtime
get 8 hours of sleep or may cause drowsiness
abnormal sleep behavior

Question 10

temazepam

Answer 10

take right before getting in bed
headache
get 8 hours of sleep or drowsiness