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CNS 1
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM 1
| Pharmacologic Category | Generic | Brand | Classification | Common Indications | Essential Knowledge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha2 antagonist | mirtazapine (PO) | Remeron | MDD | Key Side Effects: drowsiness, weight gain, xerostomia, increased appetite, constipation US Boxed Warnings: increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults | |
| Norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor | bupropion (PO) | Wellbutrin SR, Wellbutrin XL | MDD | Key Side Effects: tachycardia, headache, agitation, dizziness, insomnia, weight loss, xerostomia | |
| Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor | atomoxetine (PO) | Strattera | ADHD | Key Side Effects: hypertension, tachycardia, headache, xerostomia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, decreased appetite, insomnia | |
| Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) | desvenlafaxine (PO) | Pristiq | MDD | Key Side Effects: headache, xerostomia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, decreased appetite, insomnia. diaphoresis, hypertension, sexual dysfunction | |
| Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) | duloxetine (PO) | Cymbalta | MDD, neuropathic pain | Key Side Effects: headache, xerostomia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, decreased appetite, insomnia. diaphoresis, hypertension, sexual dysfunction | |
| Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) | venlafaxine (PO) | Effexor XR | MDD | Key Side Effects: headache, xerostomia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, decreased appetite, insomnia. diaphoresis, hypertension, sexual dysfunction | |
| Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) | citalopram (PO) | Celexa | MDD | Key Side Effects: drowsiness, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, xerostomia, sexual dysfunction, headache, diaphoresis | |
| Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) | fluoxetine (PO) | Prozac | MDD | Key Side Effects: drowsiness, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, xerostomia, sexual dysfunction, headache, diaphoresis | |
| Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) | escitalopram (PO) | Lexapro | MDD | Key Side Effects: drowsiness, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, xerostomia, sexual dysfunction, headache, diaphoresis | |
| Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) | paroxetine (PO) | Paxil | MDD | Key Side Effects: drowsiness, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, xerostomia, sexual dysfunction, headache, diaphoresis | |
| Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) | sertraline (PO) | Zoloft | MDD | Key Side Effects: drowsiness, insomnia, nausea, vomiting, xerostomia, sexual dysfunction, headache, diaphoresis | |
| Serotonin reuptake inhibitor | trazodone (PO) | Desyrel | Insomnia, MDD | Key Side Effects: sedation, headache, dizziness, xerostomia, nausea, priapism | |
| Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) | amitriptyline (PO) | Elavil | MDD, diabetic neuropathy, migraine prophylaxis | Key Side Effects: dizziness, drowsiness, orthostatic hypotension, sexual dysfunction, xerostomia, blurred vision, constipation | |
| Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) | nortriptyline (PO) | Pamelor | MDD, diabetic neuropathy, migraine prophylaxis | Key Side Effects: dizziness, drowsiness, orthostatic hypotension, sexual dysfunction, xerostomia, blurred vision, constipation | |
| Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) | doxepin (PO) | Silenor | Insomnia | Key Side Effects: somnolence, sedation, nausea |