Drugs in Psychiatric Disorders — Flashcards

Flashcard 61: _____ is a non-addictive drug that can be used to treat ADHD in children

Answer: Atomoxetine

Flashcard 62: _____ agonism is the mechanism by which clozapine causes soaking of the pillow.

Answer: M4

Flashcard 63: _____ is the first FDA-approved oral medication specifically for the treatment of postpartum depression

Answer: Zuranolone

Flashcard 64: Lithium causes _____thyroidism by _____ the release of Thyroxine from Thyroid gland

Answer: hypo; suppressing::suppress/enhance

Flashcard 65: Drug of choice in nocturnal enuresis is:

Answer: Desmopressin

Extra: Desmopressin is the pharmacological drug of choice for nocturnal enuresis. Imipramine (a TCA) was historically used but is now considered a second-line option due to its potential for serious side effects and toxicity. \n\nNote: The overall first-line management for nocturnal enuresis is behavioral therapy (enuresis alarms).

Flashcard 66: Drug of choice for prophylaxis of mania is:

Answer: Lithium

Flashcard 67: Drug of choice in lithium induced polyuria is:

Answer: Amiloride

Flashcard 68: Drug of choice for akathisia caused by use of haloperidol is

Answer: Propranolol

Flashcard 69: Drug of choice for prophylaxis of mania is ?

Answer: Lithium