Time Frames for Efficacy | Medication Classifications | Name the Brand | Name this Generic Psychotropic | Formulary vs. Non-formulary |
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3 - 5 weeks
How long does it take for anti-depressants to take effect?
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Atypical Antidepressant
Which drug class does Remeron belong to?
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Depakote
Dizaproex Sodium
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Sertraline
Zoloft
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Zyprexa or Risperdal
A pt. comes in taking Abilify. Which psych med would we likely prescribe?
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No
A patient is complaining that their Prozac is still not working after two weeks. Should you consult with the psych MD?
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Mood stabilizers
What class of drugs are measured in blood levels?
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Risperdal
Risperidone
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Citalopram
Celexa
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Remeron
A pt. comes in taking Wellbutrin. Which psych med would we likely prescribe?
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Benzodiazepines
Which class of psychotropics offer almost immediate effects?
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Anti-psychotic
Haldol is an example of which drug classification?
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Zyprexa
Olanzapine
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Lorazepam
Ativan
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Celexa
A pt. comes in taking Lexapro. Which psych med would we likely prescribe?
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3-5 days
How long should someone taking Risperdal expect to see a decrease in symptoms?
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Atypical anti-psychotic
Zyprexa is an example of which drug classification?
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Lamictal
Lamotrigine
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Buspirone
Buspar
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Depakote, Lamictal, Lithium, Tegretol
A pt. comes in taking Trileptol. Which psych med would we likely prescribe?
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Immediate
What is the efficacy timeframe for Prazosin?
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Benzodiazapines
This class of psychotropic medication is on our detox protocol.
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Remeron
Mirtazapine
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Alprazolam
Xanax
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Nothing
A pt. comes in taking Trazadone. Which psych med would we likely prescribe?
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