Pharmacology: Central Nervous System Medications

Vocabulary flashcards detailing generic names, brand names, drug classes, indications, and clinical notes for central nervous system medications.

Lisdexamfetamine

Brand: Vyvanse | Class: Stimulant | Indication: ADD; ADHD | Notes: Controlled C-II stimulant.

Zolpidem

Brand: Ambien | Class: Z-drug hypnotic | Indication: Insomnia | Notes: Take only before bedtime.

Eszopiclone

Brand: Lunesta | Class: Nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic | Indication: Insomnia | Notes: Take only before bedtime.

Donepezil

Brand: Aricept | Class: Cholinesterase inhibitor | Indication: Alzheimer’s disease | Notes: Do not crush high-dose tablets.

Memantine

Brand: Namenda | Class: NMDA receptor antagonist | Indication: Alzheimer’s disease | Notes: May cause dizziness or headache.

Sumatriptan

Brand: Imitrex | Class: Triptan | Indication: Migraine | Notes: Use at migraine onset.

Aripiprazole

Brand: Abilify | Class: Atypical antipsychotic | Indication: Bipolar; schizophrenia; depression | Notes: Monitor movement and metabolic effects.

Haloperidol

Brand: Haldol | Class: Antipsychotic | Indication: Schizophrenia | Notes: Monitor movement-related adverse effects.

Quetiapine

Brand: Seroquel | Class: Atypical antipsychotic | Indication: Schizophrenia; bipolar; depression | Notes: May cause drowsiness; avoid alcohol.

Risperidone

Brand: Risperdal | Class: Antipsychotic | Indication: Schizophrenia; bipolar mania; psychosis | Notes: Antipsychotic; -idone.

Lithium carbonate

Brand: Lithobid | Class: Mood stabilizer | Indication: Bipolar disorder | Notes: Monitor levels and hydration.