Atypical Antidepressants
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What neurotransmitters do atypical antidepressants affect?

serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine

What is another name for Bupropion?

  • Zyban (correct)
  • Nefazodone
  • Generic
  • Remeron

What is another name for Mirtazapine?

  • Zyban
  • Remeron (correct)
  • Wellbutrin
  • Generic

What is the classification of these atypical antidepressants?

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Which of the following is NOT an atypical antidepressant listed?

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Atypical Antidepressants

A class of antidepressants that affect serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine through various mechanisms.

Bupropion

An atypical antidepressant that affects dopamine and norepinephrine.

Wellbutrin/Zyban

Brand name for Bupropion.

Mirtazapine

An atypical antidepressant that increases norepinephrine and serotonin activity, and is often used in low doses for sedation

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Remeron

Brand name for Mirtazapine.

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Nefazodone

An atypical antidepressant that affects serotonin.

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Trazodone

An atypical antidepressant primarily used for insomnia due to its sedative effects.

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Atypical Antidepressant Classification

Antidepressants that do not neatly fit into SSRI, SNRI, or tricyclic antidepressant categories.

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Serotonin, Norepinephrine, Dopamine

Neurotransmitters affected by atypical antidepressants.

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Mechanism of Action

A drug's method of producing its therapeutic effect.

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Study Notes

Atypical Antidepressants

  • Atypical antidepressants affect serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine in varying amounts.
  • These have various mechanisms of action, some of which are unknown.
  • These medications do not fit into any specific class of antidepressants.

Specific Medications

  • Bupropion is an atypical antidepressant; brand names include Wellbutrin and Zyban.
  • Mirtazapine is an atypical antidepressant; brand name is Remeron.
  • Nefazodone is an atypical antidepressant, available as a generic medication.
  • Trazodone is an atypical antidepressant, available as a generic medication.

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Learn about atypical antidepressants and their effects on neurotransmitters like serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. These medications have various mechanisms of action and do not fit into specific classes. Examples include Bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban), Mirtazapine (Remeron), Nefazodone and Trazodone.

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