Name 2 tyramine rich foods that someone should stay away from when on an MAOI.
chocolate, wine, cheese, etc.
What is serotonin syndrome?
life threatening condition when there is too much serotonin in the body
What is a patient high risk for when they take an antidepressant?
suicidal ideation
Which anxiety drug can be taken long term without causing sedation or dependency?
buspirone
Which antidepressant drug is often given to help someone sleep?
trazadone
How quick do SSRIs go into effect?
4 weeks
Name at least 3 side effects of SSRIs.
weight gain, insomnia, sexual dysfunction
How can someone taking an MAOI go into hypertensive crisis?
by taking in tyramine rich foods
Which group of antidepressant drugs can cause anticholinergic effects, sedation, and orthostatic hypotension?
tricyclic antidepressants
What are the 2 different endings that you should identify with benzodiazepines?
-pam, -lam