pharm exam 1: side effects and adverse reactions

CNS Depression

A state of decreased central nervous system activity, associated with medications like Levetiracetam and Gabapentin.

Drowsiness

A state of sleepiness or reduced alertness commonly seen with medications like Gabapentin and Fluoxetine.

Dizziness

A sensation of unsteadiness or imbalance, noted with Gabapentin, Aripiprazole, and Fluoxetine.

Headache

A painful sensation in the head, observed with Levetiracetam, Aripiprazole, and Fluoxetine.

GI Upset

Gastrointestinal discomfort or disturbances, linked to Levetiracetam and Haloperidol.

Weight Gain

An increase in body weight, specifically associated with Gabapentin.

Weight Changes

Changes in body weight, observed with Aripiprazole and Fluoxetine.

Tachycardia

A condition of an increased heart rate, seen with Haloperidol and Aripiprazole.

Dysrhythmias

Abnormal heart rhythms, potentially caused by Haloperidol and Aripiprazole.

Blood Dyscrasias

Disorders of blood composition, linked to Haloperidol and Aripiprazole.

Agranulocytosis

A potentially severe decrease in the number of white blood cells, associated with Haloperidol and Aripiprazole.

Neutropenia

A decrease in neutrophils, a type of white blood cell, linked to Aripiprazole.

Behavioral Changes

Alterations in behavior, indicated for Gabapentin.

Agitation

A state of anxiousness or restlessness, associated with Levetiracetam.

Aggression

Hostility or violent behavior, observed with Levetiracetam.

Hallucinations

Perceptions in the absence of external stimuli, noted with Levetiracetam.

Suicidal Ideation

Thoughts about self-harm or suicide, found with Gabapentin and Fluoxetine.

Memory Loss

A decline in the ability to remember information, associated with Aripiprazole.

Blurred Vision

Reduced sharpness of vision, primarily seen with Gabapentin.

Vision Changes

Alterations in visual perception, found with Haloperidol.

Photosensitivity

Increased sensitivity to sunlight, noted with Aripiprazole.

Orthostatic Hypotension

A form of low blood pressure occurring when standing up, associated with Aripiprazole.

Seizures

Sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain, seen with Haloperidol and Fluoxetine.

Skin Reactions

Adverse effects affecting the skin, linked to Levetiracetam and Gabapentin.

Rash

An area of skin that has become inflamed or irritated, observed with Levetiracetam.

Facial Edema

Swelling of the face, specifically linked to Levetiracetam.

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome

A severe skin reaction potentially caused by Gabapentin.

Angioedema

Swelling beneath the skin, noted with Gabapentin.

Muscle Injury

Injury affecting muscle tissue, associated with Gabapentin.

Rhabdomyolysis

A serious syndrome resulting from muscle injury, linked to Gabapentin.

Blood Sugar Changes

Alterations in blood glucose levels, associated with Aripiprazole and Fluoxetine.

Hyperglycemia

An excessive level of glucose in the blood, found with Aripiprazole.

Hypoglycemia

An abnormally low level of glucose in the blood, seen with Fluoxetine.

Movement Disorders

A group of conditions affecting the ability to control movement, notably seen with Haloperidol.

Extrapyramidal Symptoms (EPS)

Drug-induced movement disorders, linked to Haloperidol.

Tardive Dyskinesia

A disorder resulting in involuntary movements, associated with Haloperidol.

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS)

A potentially life-threatening reaction to antipsychotic drugs, linked to Haloperidol.