Baylor Flashcards
1
Q
Donepezil MOA
A
NMBA receptor antagonist (cholinesterase inhibitor), which increase acetylcholine in the synaptic cleft
2
Q
First line agent for mood disorder
A
SSRI
3
Q
Amphetamines and Methylphenidate MOA
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Increase dopamine and norepinephrine
4
Q
What antidepressant does NOT interfere with sexual function?
A
Buproprion (wellbutrin)
5
Q
Side effect of topomax (topirimate)
A
Sedation (some call this medication DOPAmax)
6
Q
Baclofen MOA
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CNS depressant by GABA-B receptor agonist
7
Q
Tizanidine MOA
A
Central alpha2 agonist
8
Q
Dantrolene MOA
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Inhibits Ca release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum (postsynaptic muscle relaxer)
9
Q
Valium MOA
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CNS depressant, promotes binding of GABA-A