Meds Flashcards
1
Q
List the symptoms of serotonin syndrome
A
Confusion Diarrhoea Muscle rigidity Tachycardia Loss of muscle coordination Goose bumps Changes to consciousness Fever Seizures Irregular heart beat
2
Q
Name an opiod that can induce serotonin syndrome and explain why?
A
Tramadol - partial mu opiod receptor agonist, but also inhibits the reuptake of serotonin and noradrenaline
3
Q
Why should clozapine be retitrated after missed dosage?
A
Risk of orthostatic hypotension
Cardiac and respiratory arrest
4
Q
What is clozapine and what is it used for?
A
Second gen antipsychotic, schizophrenia
5
Q
How does clozapine work?
A
D2 antagonist
