Psychiatric Conditions first line ***

This set of vocabulary flashcards covers psychiatric conditions, their primary pharmacological treatments, side effects, and overdose antidotes based on the lecture notes.

Depression

Treated with SSRI /SNRI and can add Bupropion (Wellbutrin), which helps w/libidio.

Anxiety

Treated with SSRI or buspirone (Buspar).

ADHD

Treated with stimulants including methylphenidate (ritalin), amphetamine) dextroamphetamine (adderall), and vyvanse.

Insomnia

Managed with sleep hygiene, melatonin, benadryl and Ambien if severe.

Bipolar

Treated with lithium, valproate, or aripiprazole.

lithium

A medication for Bipolar that can cause hypothyroidism. Avoid grapefruit w lithium

PTSD

Treated with a combination of SSRI + CBT.

OCD

Treated with SSRI drugs like fluoxetine or sertraline plus CBT.

Smoking cessation

Assisted by Bupropion or Chantix (varenicline).

Alcohol abuse (Prevention)

Involves AA and thiamine (lit B) to prevent Wernicke encephalopathy.

Alcohol abuse (Cravings)

Medications include naltrexone.

Schizophrenia

Treated with Antipsychotics (ex: Haldol), which may cause s/s Metabolic side effects

Haldol

An antipsychotic with a risk of extrapyramidal symptoms/tardive dyskinesia (involuntary movements).

Acetaminophen overdose

The antidote is N-acetylcysteine.

Opiate overdose

Treated with Narcan.

Benzodiazepine overdose

The antidote is Flumazenil.

Acute panic attack

Treated with Benzodiazepine for short term only.

Seasonal affective disorder

Treated with light therapy; patients should avoid melatonin.