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1
Q

list the NDRIs

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(NE and dopa reuptake inhibitors)

Bupropion

2
Q

NDRI MOA

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(bupropion)

inhibits NET, DAT

3
Q

what is a key AE avoided with NDRIs

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(bupropion)

no sexual dysfunction- no serotonergic activity

4
Q

bupropion overdose may lead to…..

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seizures

5
Q

list the NASSAs

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(noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressants)

Mirtazapine

6
Q

NASSA MOA

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(mirtazapine)

  • presynaptic α2 receptor antagonist –> inc NE, 5-HT release
  • 5-HT2/5-HT3 receptor antagonist
  • H1R antagonist –> sedation, weight gain
7
Q

possible use besides depression for mirtazapine

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for insomnia or agitation- due to H1R antagonist activity