Drug Classification Indication Mechanism of Action Adverse Effect Nursing Consideration
Drug Classification Indication Mechanism of Action Adverse Effect Nursing Consideration
Drug Classification Indication Mechanism of Action Adverse Effect Nursing Consideration
ACTION CONSIDERATION
Generic: tetracyclic Used to treat depression. May Trazodone is an headaches, fatigue, Safety precautions
Trazodone antidepressant also be used for relief of an antidepressant that dizziness, and
anxiety disorder works by inhibiting drowsiness/somnolence
Brand name: (sleeplessness, tension), both serotonin
Desyrel transporter and dry mouth Increase fluid intake
chronic pain.
serotonin type 2
receptor. Trazodone
inhibits the reuptake
of serotonin and orthostatic hypotension Slowly get up on
blocks the histamine bed
and alpha-1-
adrenergic receptors. increase in suicidal monitor for suicide
thoughts ideation
DRUG CLASSIFICATION INDICATION MECHANISM OF ADVERSE EFFECT NURSING
ACTION CONSIDERATION
Generic: Antipsychotic It is used to treat certain mental or reduces dopaminergic Dizziness, Safety precautions
Aripiprazole Agents mood disorder. neurotransmission lightheadedness, Eat small frequent
through D2 partial drowsiness, nausea and meals.
Brand name: agonism, not D2 vomiting
Abilify antagonism.
Excessive salivation Maintain a moist
and healthy oral
cavity.