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Psychopharm Specific Drugs
antipsychotics, anti-depressants, sedative-hypnotics, mood stabilizers, CNS stimulants
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04/07/2012

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Term
Haldol
Haloperidol
Definition
TA, high potency
PO, IM, and depot IM (decanoate)
LAI (long acting injection)
Term
Prolixin
fluphenazine
Definition
TA, high potency
PO, IM, and depot IM (decanoate)
LAI
Term
Orap
Pimozide
Definition
TA, high potency
Term
Navane
thiothixene
Definition
TA, high potency
Term
Stelazine
trifluoperazine
Definition
TA, high potency
Term
Trilafon
perphanazine
Definition
TA, mid potency
PO, IM forms available
Term
Moban
Molindone
Definition
TA, mid potency
Term
Loxitane
Loxapine
Definition
TA, mid potency
Term
Thorazine
chlorpromazine
Definition
TA, low potency
highly sedating (good for pts w/ difficulty sleeping)
siginificant antiadrenergic (hypotension) & anticholinergic SE
low EPS
Term
Serentil
Mesoridazine
Definition
TA, low potency
Term
Mellaril
Thioridazine
Definition
TA, low potency
least EPS of all TA, but most anticholinergic
significant QT prolongation! & retinitis pigmentosa
Term
Clozaril
Clozapine

most efficacious antipsychotic

antagonism where?
Indications/Contraindications?
Adverse Effects?
Definition
AtA

Antagonism at : 5HT2a, D1, D2, H1, muscarnic, alpha-1 rctpr

Indications:
TA indications
Treatment-refractory Sz
Sz concurrent w/ tardive dyskinesia

Contraindications:
Granulocytopenia
Diabetes/hyperlipidemias

SE:
sedation
anticholinergic SE
orthostatic hypotentsion
weight gain, substantial
hypersalivation
seizures (especiall high doses/fast titrations)
Metabolic
Agranulocytosis (need frequent WBC monitoring)

-Think Ms. Dormurat
Term
Risperdal
Risperidone

PO, dissolvable tab, and depot forms
LAI

antagonism where?
Indications/Contraindications?
Adverse Effects?
Definition
AtA

Antagonism at 5HT2a, D2, alpha-1 rctprs

Indications:
TA indications
Acute mania

SE:
orthostatic hypotension
insomina
agitation
weight gain
hyperprolactinemia
EPS (high doses above 6 mg)
metabolic
Term
Zyprexa
Olanzapine

PO, IM, and dissolvable tab forms available
LAI

among atypicals, efficacy second only to clozapine

antagonism where?
Indications/Contraindications?
Adverse Effects?
Definition
AtA

Antagonism at 5HT2a, D1, D2, D4, H1, muscarinic, alpha-1 rcptrs

Indications:
TA indications
Acute mania
Bipolar Maintenance

Contraindications:
Diabetes/HL

SE:
anticholinergic
orthostatic hypotension
sedation
weight gain
hyperglycemia, T2D, diabetic ketoacidosis
HL
Term
Seroquel
Quetiapine

antagonism where?
Indications/Contraindications?
Adverse Effects?
Definition
AtA

antagonism at 5HT2a, D2, alpha-1 and alpha-2, H1 rcpts

Indications:
TA indications
Acute mania
BP depression
adjunct for unipolar depression

SE:
orthostatic hypotension
sedation
weight gain
metabolic

-Think Ms. Sager and Mr. Roth
Term
Geodon
Ziprasidone

PO and fast-acting IM forms

antagonism where?
Indications/Contraindications?
Adverse Effects?
Definition
AtA

Antagonism at 5HT1a, 5HT2a, D2, D3 rcptrs and monoamine (NE, 5HT, DA) reuptake pumps!

Indications:
TA Indications
Acute Mania

SE:
sedation
weight gain (lesser than clozapine, olanzapine, and risperidone)
Metabolic (less than clozapine and olanzapine)
QT prolongation
Term
Abilify
Aripiprazole

antagonism where?
Indications/Contraindications?
Adverse Effects?
Definition
AtA

Antagonism at 5HT2a, partial agonist at D2 and 5HT1a

Indications:
TA indications
Acute mania
BP maintenance
adjunct for unipolar depression

SE:
sedation
weight gain (lesser than clozapine, olanzapine, and risperidone)
Metabolic
weight gain
Term
Invega
Paliperidone

metabolite of risperidone
Definition
AtA

TA indications

less EPS than risperidone
Term
Fanapt
Iloperidone
Definition
AtA

TA indications

less weight gain than other AtA
increased risk of QT prolongation
Term
Saphris
Asenapine
Definition
AtA

TA indications

?novel mechanism of action
Term
Latuda
Lurasidone
Definition
AtA

TA indications

?less weight gain than other AtA

-Think Mr. Khondaker
Term
Amitryptyline (Elavil)
Definition
TCA
tertiary amine
-pain, headached, insomnia
Term
Clomipramine (Anafranil)
Definition
TCA
tertiary amine
-highly serotonergic, indicated for OC
Term
Doxepin (Sinequan)
Definition
TCA
tertiary amine
-pain, insomnia, anxiety
-SE: sedation, weight gain
Term
Imipramine (Tofranil)
Definition
TCA
tertiary amine
-panic, enuresis
-pure noradrenergic
Term
nortriptyline (Pamelor)
Definition
TCA
Secondary amine (fewer SE, less sedation, safer in OD)...like tertiary TCA antagonism at 5HT & NE, but less H.A.M blockade
-demethylated amitriptyline
-least orthostasis
-pure nor adrenergic
Term
desipramine (norpramin)
Definition
TCA
Secondary amine (fewer SE, less sedation, safer in OD)...like tertiary TCA antagonism at 5HT & NE, but less H.A.M blockade
-demethylated imipramine
-least anticholinergic
Term
Phenelzine (Nardil)
Definition
MAOi
Pro DA, Pro NE, Pro 5HT
Term
Tranylcypromine (Parnate)
Definition
MAOi
Pro DA, Pro NE, Pro 5HT
Term
Transdermal selegiline (Emsam)
Definition
MAOi
Pro DA, Pro NE, Pro 5HT
-patch form
-lower dietary restrictions at lower doses
Term
Fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem)
Definition
SSRI (selective antagonism at 5HT presynaptic reuptake pumps)
-longest 1/2 life
-efficacy in bulimia
-activating
Term
Paroxetine (Paxil)
Definition
SSRI (selective antagonism at 5HT presynaptic reuptake pumps)
-more sedating than fluoxetine & sertraline
-short 1/2 life
-social anxiety d/o
Term
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Definition
SSRI (selective antagonism at 5HT presynaptic reuptake pumps)
-less sedating than paroxetine
-increased risk of GI disturbances
-activating
Term
Fluvoxamine (Luvox)
Definition
SSRI (selective antagonism at 5HT presynaptic reuptake pumps)
-indicated for OCD only
-many drug/drug interactions
-sedating
Term
Citalopram (Celexa)
Definition
SSRI (selective antagonism at 5HT presynaptic reuptake pumps)
-fewest drug-drug interactions
Term
Escitalopram (Lexapro)
Definition
SSRI (selective antagonism at 5HT presynaptic reuptake pumps)
-s-enantiomer of citalopram, more expensive
-less medication interactions
Term
Venlafaxine (Effexor)
Definition
SNRI (No HAM blockade, cleaner than TCAs, give in morning)
-Dual-acting (NE & 5HT), SUPERIOR EFFICACY, best single drug there is. NE effect at higher doses
Term
Duloxetine (Cymbalta)
Definition
SNRI (No HAM blockade, cleaner than TCAs, give in morning)
-nauseau common SE
-treats diabetic nephorpathy & fibromyalgia
Term
Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq)
Definition
SNRI (No HAM blockade, cleaner than TCAs, give in morning)
-metablite of venlafaxine (but more $)
-dual action at lower doses
Term
Mirtazapine (Remeron)
Definition
NaSSAs (Noradrenergic and Specific Serotonergic Antidepressants). Central alpha-2 rcptr antagonist --> subsequent disinhibition so increased NE and 5HT release!
-MDD and refractory MDD (especially for those that need sleep and need to gain weight)
-Think Mr. Rodriguez
Term
Trazadone
Definition
SARI (Serotonin Antagonist and Reuptake Inhibitor)
-most prescribed for chronic insomnia and depressive Sx (think Mr. Soltero)
-SE priapism!
Term
Nefazadone
Definition
SARI (Serotonin Antagonist and Reuptake Inhibitor)
-SE liver toxicity (Black box)
Term
Bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban)
Definition
Noradrenergic and Dopamine Reuptake Inhibitors (NDRI)
-activating, NE gives energy
-For: MDD, BP depression, ADHD, smoking cessation
-avoid with: anorexia, bulimia, seizures, MAOis
-can cause seizures at high doses!
-lack of sexual SE compared to SSRIs
Term
Vilazodone (Viibryd)
Definition
Selective Serotonin Reuptake inhibitor and partial agonist
-for MDD, avoid with MAOis
-similar to SSRIs, less sexual dysfxn & weight gain
Term
Alprazolam (Xanax)
Definition
Benzodiazepine
-short 1/2 life, worry abt seizures w/ w/d
-greater addictive potential, highest potency
-effective for panic
-bimodal metabolism, don't five PRN!!
Term
Lorazepam (Ativan)
Definition
Benzodiazepine
-short 1/2 life
-PO, IM, and IV forms
-widely used
Term
Oxazepam (Serax)
Definition
Benzodiazepine
-short 1/2 life
Term
Temazepam (Restoril)
Definition
Benzodiazepine
-short 1/2 life
-effective short-term sleep aid, lowest potency of short 1/2 lives
Term
Clonazepam (Klonopin)
Definition
Benzodiazepine
-long1/2 life, once daily dosing possible. Don't worry abt seizures w/ w/d (self-tapers).
-most potent, anxiety
-AVOID w/ renal dysfxn
Term
Diazepam (Valium)
Definition
Benzodiazepine
-long1/2 life, once daily dosing possible
-dissolves highly in body fat, can accumulate
-fast onset but with active metabolite
-can use with detox & seizures
Term
Chlordiazepoxide (Librium)
Definition
Benzodiazepine
-long1/2 life, once daily dosing possible
-can use with alcohol detox
Term
Benzos not metabolized by liver
Definition
"LOT"
Lorazepam
Oxazepam
Temazepam
Term
Benzo overdose, use what BX antagonist?
Definition
Flumazenil
Term
Buspirone (BuSpar)
Definition
Non BZ Anxiolytic, non-addictive
-partial agonist at 5HT, effective in anxiety
-onset of action 2 wks, slower than BZs: GAD, adjunct for MDD w/ SSRI
Term
Hydroxyzine (Atarax, Vistaril)
Definition
Non BZ Anxiolytic, non-addictive
-sedating anti-Histamine
-for situational anxiety, quick acting, for pts who can't take BZs
Term
Propanalol (Inderal)
Definition
Non BZ Anxiolytic, non-addictive
-beta adrenergic blocker (treats palpitations, sweating, tachycardia)
-for performance anxiety, and akathesia
-avoid w/ asthma
Term
Zolpidem (Ambien)
Definition
Non BZ Hypnotics, for insomnia
-GABAergic, yields progressive tolerance and dependence
-binds BZ-rctpr --> sedation
-shorter 1/2 life
-SE: GI distress, anterograde amnesia, hallucinations, sleep walking
Term
Zaleplon (Sonata)
Definition
Non BZ Hypnotics, for insomnia
-GABAergic, yields progressive tolerance and dependence
-short-acting, can dose in middle of night (shorter 1/2 life than ambien)
Term
Eszopiclone (lunesta)
Definition
Non BZ Hypnotics, for insomnia
-GABAergic
-suggested to not yield tolerance
-longest 1/2 life (Lunesta>ambien>sonata)
Term
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Definition
Non BZ Hypnotics, for insomnia
-sedating antihistamine
-SE: sedation, weight fain, antichol SE
Term
Ramelteon (Rozerem)
Definition
Non BZ Hypnotics, for insomnia
-agonist at melatonin MT-1 and MT-2 rcptrs, thought to normalize circadian rhythms
-no tolerance or dependence
Term
Lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid)
Definition
Mood Stabilizer
-modulates 2nd messenger system in brain, neurogenesis, BDNF, arborization. Increases brain health!
-good for: BAD I (*euphoric mania), BAD II, BP maintenance, Intermittent Explosive D/o, adjunct to antidepressants (potentiation)
-not metabolized by liver but by KIDNEY
-AVOID in pregnant women (Ebstein's anomaly), thiazide diuretics, ACE-inhibitors, NSAIDs (all can raise Li levels)
-may decrease suicidality
Term
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
Definition
Mood Stabilizer - Anticonvulsant
-inhibits AP (effects Na/K channels, possibly enhance GABA)
-good for: BAD I (*mixed mania, *rapid cycling), BAD II, Epilepsy, Neuralgias, alcohol w/d
-onset of action: 5-7 days
-autoinducer (more take, more CYP3A4 activity), drug
clearance and half life speeds up
-AVOID in pregnant women (neural tube defects)
-Serious SE: Blood dyscrasias
-Must monitor blood count, liver and metabolic fxn
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