Nov 21, 2009 -
List of medications which are used to treat psychiatric conditions:
Abilify - antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and agitation
Adderall - stimulant used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Ambien - used as a sleep aid
Antabuse - used to treat alcohol addiction
Aricept - used to slow the progression of dementia
Ativan - an anti -anxiety medication of the benzodiazepine class often used to help with panic attacks or during detoxification from alcohol or other drugs
BuSpar - an anti -anxiety medication
Celexa - an antidepressant of the SSRI class (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor)
Clozaril - an antipsychotic
Concerta - used to treat ADD/ADHD
Cymbalta - an antidepressant of the SSNRI (Selective Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor) class, similar to Effexor
Depakote - a mood stabilizer used to treat bipolar disorder, sometimes called an antimanic medication
Effexor - an antidepressant of the SSNRI (or SNRI) class
Elavil - a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA), less commonly used these days
Eskalith - a type of Lithium, which is a mood stabilizer used to treat bipolar disorder
Gabitril - a mood stabilizer
Geodon - an antipsychotic
Haldol - an antipsychotic
Imipramine - a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) which is sometimes used to treat bulimia, panic disorder, or related disorders
Inderal - a beta blocker alternatively known as propranolol used for acute anxiety
Keppra - an anticonvulsant drug which is sometimes used as a mood stabilizer
Klonopin - antianxiety medication of the benzodiazepine class
Lamictal - a mood stabilizer of the anticonvulsant class
Lexapro - an antidepressant
Librium - antianxiety medication of the benzodiazepine class
Lithobid - a type of Lithium, which is a mood stabilizer used to treat bipolar disorder
Loxitane - an antipsychotic, today rarely used
Lunesta - a sleep aid
Luvox - an antidepressant of the SSRI class, often used to treat Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Mellaril - an antipsychotic, today rarely used
Namenda - used to slow the progression of Alzheimer's Dementia
Navane - an antipsychotic, today rarely used
Neurontin - an anticonvulsant (anti -seizure medication) which is sometimes used as a mood stabilizer or to treat chronic pain, particularly diabetic neuropathy
Paxil - an SSRI antidepressant, used frequently to treat depression and anxiety disorders
Prolixin - an antipsychotic
Prozac - an SSRI antidepressant,benzodiazepine class
Remeron - an antidepressant which is often used as a sleep aid
Reminyl - used to slow the progression of Alzheimer's Dementia
Restoril - a sleep aid of the benzodiazepine class
ReVia - alternatively known as Naltrexone
Risperdal - an antipsychotic
Ritalin - a stimulant used to treat ADHD/ADD
Serax - anti -anxiety medication of the benzodiazepine class, often used to help during detoxification from alcohol or other drugs of abuse
Seroquel - an antipsychotic, sometimes is used as a sleep aid
Serzone
Stelazine - an older antipsychotic, today rarely used
Strattera - a non -stimulant medication used to treat ADD/ADHD
Topamax - a mood stabilizer, also used for migraine headaches
Thorazine - an older antipsychotic, today rarely used because of the high occurrence of serious side effects
Trazodone - atypical antidepressant, most typically used now as a sleep aid
Trileptal - a mood stabilizer used to treat bipolar disorder
Valium - anti-anxiety medication of the benzodiazepine class
Vistaril - an antihistamine for the treatment of itches and irritations, an antiemetic, as a weak analgesic, an opioid potentiator, and as an anxiolytic.
Wellbutrin - an antidepressant of the NDRI class Norepinephrine and Dopamine Reuptake Inhibitor, structurally identical to
Zyban, a stop -smoking aid
Xanax - an antianxiety medication of the benzodiazepine class
Zoloft - an antidepressant of the SSRI class Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
Zyprexa - an antipsychotic medication used in the treatment of schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, and various types of dementia
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Nov 17, 2009 -
As many of you know, I am not a fan of artificial colorings in our food. Earlier this year I wrote a four-part series on these petroleum-based dyes and their effects on our health.
But these colorants are not just in processed food.
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Oct 02, 2009 -
Hey there! I'm back here today. This morning, I woke up and found out that my eyes were swelling and my eyelids were red.
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Oct 25, 2007 -
My sister has a 2 year old daughter. For her age she is extremely bright and intelligent, however she can be such a nightmare. Let me tell you and I hope you can offer some advice.
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Jul 13, 2009 -
Anxiety disorders are fairly long lasting disruptions of the normal pattern of living, characterized by anxiety. Anxiety is usually defined as a vague feeling of fear and apprehension. The person doesn’t know exactly what the demands are and has no clear idea of the real cause of the anxiety.
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Jun 15, 2009 -
ICU (Invisible Chronic Illness)
1. Arthritis
What is it? Arthritis refers to more than 100 different conditions that cause fatigue, inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and pain particularly in the joints.
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May 05, 2009 -
Alcohol
-Psychological traits such as impulsiveness, low self-esteem, or a need for approval can prompt inappropriate drinking. (APA, Understanding Alcohol Use Disorders and Their Treatment, 2001)
-Alcohol abuse and alcoholism can worsen existing conditions such as depression or induce new problems such as memory loss, depression, or anxiety. (APA, Understanding Alcohol Use Disorders and Their Treatment, 2001)
-More than 50% of Americans have at least one close relative with a drinking problem.
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Feb 21, 2009 -
My boyfriend and I recently decided to move in together. However, I am having issues with his dog. I normally LOVE animals, but this one seems to be working against me.
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Feb 07, 2009 -
Whooooooooo Hoooooooo It's Saturday!!! It's Saturday!!! Freedom Day!!!
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Oct 21, 2008 -
I forgot to post about this last month.
I was too busy suffering from increased head pain and vertigo and being terminated from my job for...absences due to serious illness.
Yup, I got released because my migraines made it difficult for me to do the amount of work that my employer expected even though they knew the restrictions imposed upon my employment by my neurologist and accepted by the City HR department.
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