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Y4 PSYCH drugs - antidepressants > Sertraline > Flashcards

Sertraline Flashcards

1
Q

What class of drugs does sertraline belong to?

A

SSRIs

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What is sertraline licensed to treat?

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-Depression
-Panic disorder +/- agoraphobia
-Social / phobic anxiety
-OCD
-PTSD

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What side effects are there for sertraline?

A

As for citalopram (GI, sweating, headache, insomnia etc)
-More likely to cause bleeding disorders due to anti-platelet function
-Electrolyte disturbance (esp hypoNa+)

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What does is recommended for sertraline?

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50-200mg

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What type of patients is sertraline safest for?

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-Pregnant / breastfeeding women
-Cardiac PMHx eg MI

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