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-tricyclic antidepressant
-can interact with sedatives to increase CNS depression |
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-drug for depression
-SNRI class—serotonin PLUS norepi reuptake inhibitor
-Blocks removal of both NE and 5HT, to elevate their levels in the CNS and perhaps desensitize their receptors |
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-DA and 5-HT reuptake inhibitor
-Used to treat depression with psychomotor retardation
-also used for nicotine addiction
-side effects include nervousness, insomnia, doesn’t react well with other sedatives |
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-used to treat manic depression
-likely acts by modifying NE and 5HT neurotransmission, or IP3 inside neurons
-can cause dry mouth
-can’t take NSAIDs with this—may lead to elevated blood levels of the drug, resulting in OD and coma |
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