List of SSRIs
Fluoxetine
Paroxetine
Citalopram
Escitalopram
Sertraline
Fluvoxamine
Vilazodone
what serotonin transporter is blocked by SSRIs
5HT1A
SSRIs are first line for
depression
PTSD
OCD
Panic disorder
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Anxiety disorder
what is the only antidepressant approved to treat bulimia
fluoxetine (SSRI)
which SSRI should be avoided in patients with long QT syndrome
Citalopram
Common ADE of SSRIs
GI distress (nausea, diarrhea)
Headache
Sexual dysfunction
Weight changes (weight gain)
BBW for SSRIs
increased suicidality in children and young adults up to age 25y
Follow up usually at 2 weeks is recommended bc suicide risk is greatest following initial use of antidepressants