In this lecture, Dr. Dugan discusses the mechanisms of action, advantages, disadvantages, and special considerations for common laxatives. By the end of this lecture, you will be able to: 1) list laxative classes used to treat constipation, 2) identify common adverse effects of these agents, and 3) describe situations laxatives can best assist with.
Tag: clozapine
Addressing Clozapine Associated Sedation
In this lecture, Dr. Dugan looks at the prevalence of clozapine-associated sedation, discusses pharmacological actions of clozapine that may contribute to sedation, and surveys some treatment strategies to reduce or eliminate this side effect. By the end of this lecture, you will be able to: 1) describe the prevalence of clozapine associated sedation, 2) identify pharmacologic actions that may contribute to sedation with clozapine, and 3) evaluate treatment strategies for addressing sedation with clozapine.
Metformin in Psychiatric Practice
In this lecture, Dr. Dugan briefly reviews the pharmacology of metformin and describes studies that look at the potential uses for metformin in psychiatric practice. By the end of this lecture, you will be able to: 1) describe the pharmacology of metformin, 2) identify potential uses of metformin in the mental health field, and 3) outline a monitoring plan for patients on metformin.
Pharmacodynamics: How do antipsychotic medications work?
In this lecture, Dr. Dugan reviews the mechanisms of action of the medications used to treat psychosis. By the end of this lecture, you will be able to: 1) identify common pharmacologic targets of first and second generation antipsychotic medications, 2) describe proposed therapeutic actions of first and second generation antipsychotic medications, and 3) compare adverse effect profiles of the first and second generation antipsychotic medications.
