SNRIs
Dual reuptake inhibitors
SNRIs, or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, are a class of antidepressant medications that work by increasing levels of both serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain.
Common SNRIs include venlafaxine (Effexor) and duloxetine (Cymbalta).
They treat depression, anxiety disorders, and certain chronic pain conditions: Her doctor switched her from an SSRI to an SNRI.
Synaptic chemical messenger
- synapseNerve signal crossing point
- receptorSignal-receiving molecule
- serotonergicActing via serotonin
- selectivityTendency to choose carefully
transporter · binding · modulation · neurochemical · presynaptic · uptake · blockade · affinity
Prolonged low state
- anxietyPersistent apprehensive distress
- fibromyalgiaChronic widespread musculoskeletal pain condition
- neuropathyDamage to peripheral nerves
- efficacyAbility to produce results
remission · response · first-line · second-line · maintenance
Mental health medicine
- psychiatristMental disorder physician
- psychopharmacologyStudy of drug-brain interactions
- trialJudicial examination of claims
- therapyCurative mental treatment
counseling · monitoring · bloodwork · follow-up · assessment · diagnosis · comorbidity · outcomes
Measured medicine amount
- titrationMeasuring concentration by addition
- taperingProgressive decrease in width
- prescriptionMedical dispensing authorization
- pharmacyMedicinal dispensary
pharmacist · dosing · interactions · contraindications · half-life · discontinuation · augmentation · monotherapy
Pre-vomiting stomach discomfort
- insomniaPersistent inability to rest
- dizzinessUnsteady, spinning sensation
- sweatingMoisture through pores
- constipationDifficult, infrequent waste elimination
Encased doses of medicine
- tabletsFlat portable computing devices
- extended-releaseGradual drug absorption formulation
- genericNot brand-name
- brand-nameProprietary product name
neurotransmitter
Synaptic chemical messenger
- synapseNerve signal crossing point
- receptorSignal-receiving molecule
- serotonergicActing via serotonin
selectivity · transporter · binding · modulation · neurochemical · presynaptic · uptake · blockade · affinity · neural
depression
Prolonged low state
- anxietyPersistent apprehensive distress
- fibromyalgiaChronic widespread musculoskeletal pain condition
- neuropathyDamage to peripheral nerves
efficacy · remission · response · first-line · second-line · maintenance
psychiatry
Mental health medicine
- psychiatristMental disorder physician
- psychopharmacologyStudy of drug-brain interactions
- trialJudicial examination of claims
therapy · counseling · monitoring · bloodwork · follow-up · assessment · diagnosis · comorbidity · outcomes · recovery
dosage
Measured medicine amount
- titrationMeasuring concentration by addition
- taperingProgressive decrease in width
- prescriptionMedical dispensing authorization
pharmacy · pharmacist · dosing · interactions · contraindications · half-life · discontinuation · augmentation · monotherapy · adherence
nausea
Pre-vomiting stomach discomfort
- insomniaPersistent inability to rest
- dizzinessUnsteady, spinning sensation
- sweatingMoisture through pores
constipation · hypertension · withdrawal · fatigue · headache
capsules
Encased doses of medicine
- tabletsFlat portable computing devices
- extended-releaseGradual drug absorption formulation
- genericNot brand-name
SNRIsMAOIs
Enzyme inhibitors treating depression
benzodiazepines · antipsychotics · lithium · amphetamines · SSRIs
SNRIspsychotherapy
Treatment through guided conversation
cognitive behavioral therapy · talk therapy · placebo · electroconvulsive therapy · exercise therapy