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FDA approved psychoactive medication for Children
Fluoxetine for Pediatric Patients US FDA Approved for Pediatric Use Major depressive disorder (fluoxetine, ages 8 and older) Obsessive compulsive disorder (fluoxetine, ages 7 and older) Bipolar depression [in combination with olanzapine (Symbyax), ages 10 and older] Off-Label for Pediatric Use But Approved in Adults Panic disorder (fluoxetine, fluoxetine weekly) Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (Sarafem) Bulimia […]
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Don’t Diet and loose weight
If you’re struggling to lose weight, you probably feel like the odds are stacked against you. You’re not necessarily wrong. “There is so much great-tasting food, and it’s abundant and in your face all the time. To me it’s kind of a miracle that people aren’t even heavier than they are. In addition to an […]
Personality disorders one sheet
If personality is the cluster of traits which form the uniform of the one either he or She. Magnified certain traits in one person can be disturbing others but the person himself/herself might not feel disturbed. Here is the sum of personality disorders cluster traits. The same texts in different forms […]
Why Not Make Ketamine a First-line Treatment?
Ketamine is rapidly emerging as one of the important treatment options in refractory major depression. While it is quite effective, it is not yet appropriate to make it first-line treatment. There are several reasons why this might be the case. First of all, the database on ketamine is in its infancy and we still […]
Neurotransmitters in Different disorders?
What are the main features of Schizophrenia?
What are the signs of Depression?
Warning signs for suicide?
Eye Signs in Addiction: is it valuable?
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Basic Life Support Questions And Answers
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Antidepressants medication: they work but what to do with side effects?
Antidepressant medications can be a godsend for people struggling with the dark mantle of depression. Yet like all drugs, they can cause side effects, which is why it’s important to be aware of any changes in your body when you begin any new medication. If you have any uncomfortable or worrisome antidepressant side effects, tell […]
SWOT Analysis -To Run your clinic or hospital
SWOT analysis (alternatively SWOT Matrix) is an acronym for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats and is a structured planning method that evaluates those four elements of an organization, project or business venture. A SWOT analysis can be carried out for a company, product, place, industry, or person. It involves specifying the objective of the business venture or project and identifying the internal […]
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Paliperidone (Invega®)
Paliperidone extended-release (US brand name Invega® and generic) is a second-generation (“atypical”) antipsychotic. FDA-approved indications 1. Treatment of schizophrenia in adults and adolescents (ages 12-17) 2. Treatment of schizoaffective disorder in adults as monotherapy and as an adjunct to mood stabilizers and/or antidepressants. Dosage A. Schizophrenia (adults) Initial: 6 mg/day Recommended: 3 – 12 mg/day […]
3-month paliperidone palmitate (Invega Trinza®)
Paliperidone palmitate (Invega Trinza®) is an extended-release injectable second-generation (“atypical”) antipsychotic which can be administered once every 3 months. Here is basic information about this medication. FDA-Approved Indication Schizophrenia after adequate treatment with 1-month paliperidone palmitate extended-release (Invega Sustenna®) for at least four months. Dosage The dose of 3-month paliperidone palmitate (Invega Trinza®) will depend on the last […]
Extended Release Olanzapine (Zyprexa Relprevv®)
Extended Release Olanzapine (Zyprexa Relprevv®) is a long-acting, second-generation (atypical), injectable antipsychotic. Here is basic information about this medication. FDA-approved indications Schizophrenia Dosage Recommended dosing of extended release olanzapine based on correspondence to oral olanzapine doses A. First 8 weeks of treatment a) Target oral dose 10 mg/day: 210 mg/2 weeks or 405 mg/4 weeks b) Target oral […]
Iron deficiency in mental health
Mental health clinicians may need to check for iron deficiency and to prescribe an iron supplement if a deficiency is found. 1. Iron deficiency is well known to be a risk factor for restless legs syndrome. Low iron stores may also be a risk factor for developing medication-induced akathisia. So, if […]
Learning Never stops!
The Importance of Continuous Learning Whether we are at school, college, university or working hard to climb the career ladder, I’m sure that we all understand the importance that continuous and ongoing learning plays in our continued success throughout life. This IQ Matrix presents you with some fundamental keys to effective learning. Based on the […]