Monday, August 30th, 2010
Antidepressants Drugs For Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Remedy
Tricyclic antidepressants approved for ADHD include imipramine (Tofranil, Janimine) and desipramine (Norpramin, Pertofrane).
Other antidepressants prescribed for ADHD, but not officially approved for ADHD, include bupropion (Wellbutrin), reboxetine (Edronax), and venlafaxine (Effexor). It should be noted that the exact effects of Wellbutrin are not known with certainty; it may act on the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine, and have a stimulant effect. (more…)
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Sunday, May 23rd, 2010
Anxiety Drugs Benzodiazepines
- Alprazolam Extended-Release (Xanax XR)
- Alprazolam oral solution (Alprazolam Intensol)
- Alprazolam tablets (Niravam, Xanax)
- Chlordiazepoxide (Libritabs, Librium)
- Clonazepam (Klonopin)
- Clorazepate (Tranxene, Tranxene T, Tranxene-SD)
- Diazepam (Valium)
- Lorazepam (Ativan)
- Oxazepam (Serax)
HOW DO THESE DRUGS WORK?
Benzodiazepines enhance the effect of the neurotransmitter known as gammaaminobutyric acid (GABA). They bind to GABA receptors, which slows down the activity of nerve cells. This causes an inhibitory and relaxant effect.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
These drugs provide rapid relief for those with anxiety. (more…)
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Tuesday, April 27th, 2010
Antacid and Reflux Drugs: Pro-motility Drugs
Metoclopramide (Reglan)
HOW DOES THIS DRUG WORK?
Metoclopramide (Reglan) is one in the class of pro-motility drugs approved for GERD. It works by mildly increasing the pressure in the lower esophageal sphincter, which strengthens contractions of the esophagus and speeds up emptying of the stomach. All these actions are thought to reduce reflux. It is most effective when taken 30 minutes before meals.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
This drug reduces symptoms of GERD. It is not very effective for treating the symptoms of GERD, however, and is usually prescribed as an addition to other GERD medications or for those who do not respond to common GERD medications.
POTENTIAL SIDE EFFECTS
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Restlessness
- Involuntary movements of the eyes/face/limbs
- Muscle spasms
- Trembling of the hands
- Personality changes such as depression or thoughts of suicide
- High fever
- Sweating
- Muscle stiffness
- Confusion
- Unusually fast heartbeat
MAJOR CAUTIONS (more…)
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