Week 1
Generic
Alendronate
Brand
Fosamax
Risidronate
Actonel
Raloxifene
Evista
Calcitonin Salmon
Miacalcin
Generic
Clindamycin
Brand
Cleocin
Metronidazol
Flagyl
Nitrofurantoin
Macrodantin,
Macrobid,
Furadantin
Generic
Levothyroxine
Brand
Synthroid,
Levoxyl
Generic
Bisoprolol/ HCTZ
Brand
Ziac
Losartan/ HCTZ
Hyzaar
Lisinopril/ HCTZ
Zestoretic
Amlodipine/
Benazepril
Lotrel
OSTEOPOROSIS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Prevention and
Prophylaxis: 5mg QD
treatment of
or 35 mg weekly
osteoporosis, Paget’s
Treatment: 10mg QD or
disease
70 mg weekly
* Must be taken first
thing in the morning, 30
minutes before meal.
Prevention and
Pagets: 30mg QD for 2
treatment of
months
osteoporosis, Paget’s
Osteoporosis: 5mg QD
disease
(or 35 mg weekly)
*Taken 30 mins before
1st food or drink of the
day
Prevention and
60 mg tablet QD
treatment of
osteoporosis
Treatment of Paget’s
I.M.: 100 units/day
disease, adjunctive
Intranasal: 200
therapy for
units/day (one spray
hypercalcemia,
alternating nostrils
osteoporosis
daily)
OTHER ANTIBIOTICS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Treatment against
150mg-450 mg every 6aerobic and anaerobic
8H
streptococci, PID,
Lotion: apply BID
severe acne
Anaerobic bacterial and 500-750 mg Q8H for 5protozoal infections,
10 days
CNS infections,
250 mg Q8H for 7 days
bacterial vaginosis, H.
500 mg Q6-8H
Pylori
250-500 mg Q3-4 times
a day for 10-14 days
Prevention and
50- 100 mg Q6H
treatment of UTI
caused by gram + and
gram – bacteria.
THYROID REPLACEMENT
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Hypothyroidism
25 to 300 mcg daily
(1.7 mcg/kg/day)
HYPERTENSION COMBINATIONS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Hypertension
Start: one 2.5/6.25 mg
QD; titrate up to max:
two 10/6.25 mg tabs
QD
Hypertension
50/12.5 mg to 100/25
mg QD
Hypertension
10/12.5 mg, 20/12.5 mg
or 20/25 mg QD
Hypertension
2.5/10 mg, 5/10 mg,
5/20 mg, or 10/20 mg
QD
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Abdominal pain, constipation,
diarrhea, flatulence, musculoskeletal
pain, rare: irritation of upper GI
mucosa
Back pain, abdominal pain,
hypertension, diarrhea, arthalgia,
UTI, HA, rash, edema, nausea
Hot flashes, leg cramps, weight gain,
peripheral edema, sinusitis, rash,
sweating
Rhinitis, nasal irritation, back pain,
flushing, nausea, rash, irritation of
respiratory tract, anorexia, edema,
polyuria
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting,
diarrhea, puritus, vaginitis, muscle
pain, sever diarrhea, rash
Anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea,
convulsive seizures, periperal
neuopathy, abdominal cramping, HA,
dysuria, metallic taste in mouth
Nausea, HA, flatulence, vomiting,
diarrhea, fever, cough, chills
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Rare: fever, hypoglycemia, heart
failure, fluid loss, tachycardia,
anxiety, insomnia
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Fatigue, HA, dizziness, diarrhea,
decreased sexual activity,
bradycardia, edema, CHF,
depression, constipation, N/V
URTI, dizziness, cough, back pain,
rhabdomyolysis (rare)
Dizziness, HA, fatigue, cough,
diarrhea, hypotension, rash,
hyperkalemia, N/V, abdominal pain
Cough, HA, dizziness, edema, rash,
angioedema, nausea, flushing,
fatigue, abdominal pain, somnolence
Valsartan/ HCTZ
Diovan
HCT
Hypertension (not
initial therapy)
80/12.5 mg, 160/12.5
mg, 160/25 mg QD
Dizziness, hypotension, increased
serum potassium, abdominal pain,
cough, viral infection
Week 2
Generic
Fluconazole
Brand
Diflucan
Terbinafine
Lamisil
Nystatin
Bio-Statin,
Mycostatin,
various
others
Generic
Clonidine
Brand
Catapres
Doxazosin
Cardura
Terazosin
Hytrin
Generic
Tamsulosin
Brand
Flomax
Generic
Sildenafil
Brand
Viagra
Vardenafil
Levitra
Tadafil
Cialis
Generic
Gemfibrozil
Brand
Lopid
ANTIFUNGAL MEDICATIONS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Candidiasis,
200 mg QD
cryptococcal
Varying doses (150 meningitis, antifungal
400 mg QD)
prophylaxis
Fungal infections,
250 mg QD, also
onychomycosis of
available in topical
toenail or fingernail,
cream- apply BID
athletes foot, jock itch,
ring worm
Candida fungal
Oral Suspension: swish
infections
and swallow 4
times/day
Troche: 4-5 times/day
Topical: apply 2-3
times a day
Vaginal tablets: insert 1
tablet/day at bedtime
for 2 weeks
ALPHA ADRENERGIC AGENTS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Mild to moderate
0.2 to 0.8 mg in divided
hypertension
doses (titrated from 0.1
mg BID)
Hypertension, BPH
1 mg QD up to 2 mg
QD; Hypertension: max
16mg/day; BPH: 48mg/day
Use for mild to
1 to 5 mg QD (but up to
moderate hypertension
20 mg)
in combo with diuretics
or beta-blockers, BPH
Indication(s)
BPH
BPH
Usual Dose
0.4 mg
ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Psychotropic-induced
25-50 mg prn, ~1 hour
sexual dysfunction,
before sexual activity
primary pulmonary
hypertension
Erectile dysfunction
5, 10, 20 mg prn, ~1
hour before sexual
activity
Erectile dysfunction
5, 10, 20 mg prn, taken
before sexual activity
FIBRIC ACID DERIVATIVES
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Hyperlipidemia (types
600 mg BID 30 min
IV and V)
prior to morning and
evening meals
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Nausea, HA, abdominal pain,
diarrhea, dizziness, dyspepsia, taste
perversion
Oral: diarrhea, dyspepsia, abdominal
pain, rash, pruritus, taste
disturbances; Topical: irritation,
burning/tingling, itching, and dryness
Contact dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson
syndrome, N/V, diarrhea, stomach
pain; rare but serious:
hypersensitivity reactions
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Dry mouth, drowsiness, dizziness,
HA, fatigue, edema, constipation,
impotence
Dizziness, edema, fatigue, rhinitis,
HA
Asthenia, palpitations, nausea, HA,
nasal congestion, peripheral edema,
dizziness
*Cannot use with erectile
dysfunction meds
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Orthostatic hypotension, HA,
dizziness, abnormal ejaculation,
rhinitis, chest pain, somnolence,
insomnia, vertigo, diarrhea, nausea
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
HA, flushing, dyspepsia, nasal
congestion, UTI, abnormal vision,
diarrhea, dizziness, rash
HA, flushing, nasal congestion,
dyspepsia
HA, dyspepsia, back pain, flushing,
nasal congestion, myalgia
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Dyspepsia, abdominal pain, diarrhea,
nausea, fatigue
Fenofibrate
Antara,
Lofibra,
TriCor
Hyperlipidemia
145 mg QD with meals
(Antara: 43-130 mg/day
Lofibra: 67mg/day
TriCor: 48mg/day up to
145)
Abnormal liver function; rare but
serious: rash, muscle pain, tenderness
or weakness
Week 3
Generic
Betamethasone
Brand
Celestone,
Soluspan,
Beta-Val
Triamcinolone
Nasacort
AQ
(Triamcinolone)
Azmacort
Fluocinonide
Lidex
Generic
Morphine
Brand
Roxanol,
MS Contin,
MSIR
Duragesic
Fentanyl
Transdermal System
CORTICOSTEROIDS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Inflammatory
Oral: 2.4-4.8mg/day in
dermatoses (seborrheic
2-4 doses
or atopic dermatitis,
IM: 0.6-9 mg/day
neurodermatitis,
divided every 12-24
psoriasis)
hours
Topical: apply thin film
2-4 times/day.
Perennial and seasonal
220 mcg/day as 2
allergic rhinitis
sprays in each nostril
QD
Asthma
Two inhalations three
to four times daily (max
16 inhalations daily)
Relief of inflammatory
Topical: apply a thin
and pruritic
layer to affected area 2manifestations
4 times daily
OPIOID ANALGESICS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Chronic pain
10-30 mg every 3-4H,
lots of different doses
Chronic pain, Sedation,
pain relief
25 mcg patch, change
every 3 hours; Patches
increase to 50, 75, 100
mcg and so on
SSRI’S
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Major depressive
20 mg QD in morning,
disorder, bulimia
up to 80 mg.
nervosa, OCD, panic
(Taper up dose)
disorder
Major depression,
25- up to 200mg QD
OCD, panic disorder,
(preferably in the
PTSD, premenstrual
morning)
dysphoric disorder,
(Taper up dose)
social anxiety disorder.
Generic
Fluoxetine
Brand
Prozac
Sertraline
Zoloft
Paroxetine
Paxil
Depression, OCD,
panic disorder, social
anxiety disorder, GAD,
PTSD
20 mg QAM, up to 60
mg/ day
(Taper up dose)
Citalopram
Celexa
Depression
20-40mg QD
(Taper up dose)
Escitalopram
Lexapro
Major depressive
disorder or generalized
anxiety disorder.
10-20 mg QD
(Taper up dose)
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Insomnia, nervousness, increased
appetite, indigestion
CHF, hypertension, fever, HA,
vertigo, diarrhea, diarrhea, dyspepsia
Hoarseness, dry mouth
Burning, itching, irritation, dryness,
folliculitis, hypopigmentation
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Lightheadedness, constipation, N/V,
asthenia, dizziness, HA, sedated,
urinary retention
Nausea, vomiting, constipation,
confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, dry
mouth, sweating, mild
itching/redness
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Insomnia, HA, anxiety, nervousness,
nausea, diarrhea, anorexia,
xerostomia, weakness, tremor, yawn,
dizziness.
Insomnia, somnolence, dizziness,
HA, fatigue, xerostomia, diarrhea,
nausea, decreased libido,
constipation, vomiting, weight gain,
tremors, abnormal vision
* Avoid Alcohol
HA, somnolence, dizziness,
insomnia, nausea, xerostomia,
diarrhea, constipation, weakness,
anxiety, agitation, anorexia,
impotence
*Avoid Alcohol
Somnolence, insomnia, nausea,
xerostomia, diaphoresis, anxiety,
agitation, rush, vomiting, diarrhea,
weight gain
* Avoid Alcohol
HA, somnolence, insomnia, nausea,
chest pain, hypertension, palpitations,
dizziness, fatigue, migraine
* Avoid Alcohol
OTHER ANTIDEPRESSANTS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Depression, adjunct in
100 mg BID, up to TID
smoking cessation.
150 mg BID
Generic
Bupropion
Brand
Wellbutrin,
Zyban
Venlafaxine
Effexor
Major depressive
disorder, General
anxiety disorder, social
anxiety disorder.
Extended Release
tablets 75 mg QD with
food
75 mg/day in 2-3
divided doses
Mirtazapine
Remeron
Depression
15 mg HS, up to 45mg
Trazodone
Desyrel
depression
50 mg TID, up to 600
mg/day
Generic
Olanzapine
Brand
Zyprexa
Risperidone
Risperdal
ANTIPSYCHOTICS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Schizophrenia, acute
2.5 up to 20 mg QD
mania episodes, bipolar
disorders, acute
agiations
Schizophrenia, acute
0.5 up to 6 mg BID
mania episodes, bipolar
disorders
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Dizziness, HA, insomnia, nausea,
xerostomia, pharyngitis, arrhythmias,
chest pain, hypertension, agitation,
anxiety, confusion, irritability,
anorexia, diarrhea
* Avoid Alcohol
HA, somnolence, dizziness,
insomnia, nervousness, nausea,
xerostomia, anorexia, constipation,
weakness,
Hypertension, chest pain, anxiety,
agitation
* Avoid Alcohol
Somnolence, increased cholesterol,
constipation, xerostomia, increased
appetite, weight gain, hypertension,
edema, dizziness, vomiting,
abdominal pain
* Avoid Alcohol
Dizziness, HA, sedation, nausea,
xerostomia, blurred vision,
hypertension, hypotension, edema,
confusion, fatigue, diarrhea,
constipation, decreased concentration
* Avoid Alcohol
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
HA, somnolence, insomnia,
agitation, nervousness, dizziness,
constipation, weight gain, weakness
Insomnia, agitation, anxiety, HA,
dizziness, weight gain, hypotension,
sedation
Week 4
Generic
Valsartan
Brand
Diovan
Losartan
Cozaar
Irbesartan
Avapro
Generic
Cyclobenzaprine
Brand
Flexeril
Carisoprodol
Soma
ANGIOTENSIN II RECEPTOR ANTAGONISTS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Hypertension, heart
40, 80, 160, 320 mg
failure.
QD (hypertension) BID
(heart failure)
Hypertension, heart
25, 50, 100mg BID or
failure.
QD
Hypertension, heart
75, 150, 300mg QD
failure.
MUSCLE RELAXANTS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Relief of discomfort
5 mg 3 times/day may
associated with acute,
increase to 10 mg 3
painful musculoskeletal times/day if needed; Do
conditions. Relaxes
not use for more than 23 weeks
muscles.
Skeletal muscle
350 mg 3-4 times/day
relaxant
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Dizziness, fatigue, abdominal pain,
cough, viral infection
Chest pain, fatigue, hypoglycemia,
anemia, weakness, back pain,
diarrhea, cough, hypotension,
dizziness, upper respiratory tract
infection
Fatigue, diarrhea, dyspepsia, upper
respiratory tract infection, cough
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Drowsiness, dizziness, xerostomia,
fatigue
Drowsiness, chest tighteness,
dizziness, HA, fast heartbeat, low BP
Metaxolone
Skelaxin
Generic
Doxycycline
Brand
Adoxa,
Doryx,
Monodox,
Periostat,
Vibramycin
Dynacin,
Minocin
Minocycline
Relief of discomfort
800 mg 3-4 times daily
associated with acute,
painful musculoskeletal
conditions; Relaxes
muscles
TETRACYCLINES
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Anthrax, community
100-200 mg Q12H
acquired pneumonia
and other bacterial
infections
Nausea, constipation, dry mouth,
headache, blurred vision,
lightheadedness, dizziness,
drowsiness
Gram negative and
gram positive bacterial
infections, anthrax,
acne, meningococcal
carrier state, gonorrhea
Gram negative and
gram positive bacterial
infections, acne,
gonorrhea, syphilis,
multi-drug regimen for
eradication of H. pylori
200mg, then 100mg
Q12 hours (infection)
50mg 1-3 times a day
(acne)
Teeth discoloration, lightheadedness,
vertigo, nausea, diarrhea,
photosensitivity
250-500 mg Q6H
(adults)
25-50mg/kg/day in
divided doses Q6H
(children)
500 mg Q2-4 times a
day (H. pylori)
Pericarditis, nausea, vomiting,
diarrhea, anorexia, photosensitivity
Tetracyclines
Sumycin,
Wesmycin
Generic
Hydrochlorothiazide
Brand
Microzide
DIURETICS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Edema, hypertension
25-100mg QD
Furosemide
Lasix
Edema, hypertension
40mg BID
Triamterene/ HCTZ
Dyazide,
Maxzide
Hypertension
1 tab QD
Spironolactone
Aldactone
Edema, hypertension,
hypokalemia,
aldosteronism,
50-200mg QD, NTE
400mg/day
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Photosensitivity, rash, anorexia,
diarrhea, nausea
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Hypotension, vasculitis,
photosensitivity, hyperglycemia,
constipation, diarrhea, N/V,
dizziness, HA, blurred vision
Constipation, diarrhea, N/V,
dizziness, HA, blurred vision,
vertigo, rash
Chest pain, hypotension, rash,
abnormal electrolytes, abdominal
pain, constipation, diarrhea, N/V,
dizziness, HA, blurred vision,
anxiety, insomnia
Rash, hyperkalemia, diarrhea, N/V,
stomach cramps, HA, lethargy,
confusion
Week 5
Generic
Mupirocin
Brand
Bactroban
Generic
Digoxin
Brand
Lanoxin
Generic
Brand
TOPICAL ANTIBIOTICS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Impetigo (skin
Small amount to
infection) due to
infected area 2-5
staphylococcus aureaus. times/day for 5-14 days
DIGITALIS GLYCOSIDES
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Treatment of CHF and
125, 250 mcg QD
to slow ventricular rate
in tachyarrhythmias
NITRATES
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Dizziness, HA, rash, dry skin,
nausea, burning, stinging.
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Headache, dizziness, N/V, diarrhea,
mental disturbances
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Nitroglycerin
Nitro-Bid,
Nitrostate,
NitroQuick
Angina pectoris,
pulmonary
hypertension, CHF
Isosorbite
Mononitrate
Imdur, Ismo,
Monoket
Prophylactic treatment
of angina pectoris
(chest pain)
Patch: 0.2-0.4 mg/hr
Sublingual: 0.2-0.6mg
every 5 minutes max 3
doses
Translingual: 1-2
sprays every 3-5
minutes max 3 doses
Buccal: 1 mg Q3-4H
while awake (three
times a day)
Oral: 2.5-9 mg 2-4
times a day
5-10 mg BID (8am and
3pm) (immediate
release)
30-60 mg QD
(extended release)
HA, lightheadedness
HA, dizziness, N/V
Week 6
ANTIHISTAMINES
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Relief of nasal and non- 5 mg QD
nasal symptoms of
allergic rhinitis,
perennial allergic
rhinitis, chronic
idiopathic urticaria
Perennial and seasonal
5-10 mg QD
allergic rhinitis
Generic
Desloratadine
Brand
Clarinex
Cetirazine
Zyrtec
Fexophenadine
Allegra
Generic
Promethazine
Brand
Phenergan
Hydroxyzine
Atarax,
Vistaril
Meclizine
Antivert
Anxiety, preoperative
sedative, antiprurtic,
antiemetic
Prevention and
treatment of motion
sickness, management
of vertigo
Generic
Brand
Indication(s)
Seasonal allergic
rhinitis, chronic
idiopathic urticaria
60 mg BID
180 mg QD
ANTINAUSEA/ ANTIHISTAMINE
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Treatment of allergic
25 mg HS or
reactions, antiemetic,
12.5-25 mg Q4-6H
motion sickness,
sedative, post-op pain,
anesthetic
25-100 mg QID
12.5-25 mg Q1H before
travel, repeat Q12-24H
25-100 mg/day in
divided doses
CEPHALOSPORINS
Usual Dose
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
HA, fatigue, somnolence, dizziness,
dysmenorrhea, xerostomia, nausea,
dyspepsia, myalgia, pharyngitis
*Major metabolite of loratadine
HA, somnolence, insomnia, fatigue,
malaise, dizziness, abdominal pain,
dry mouth, diarrhea, N/V,
pharyngitis
*Do not use if allergic to
hydoxyzine)
*Avoid Alcohol
*No if allergic to hydroxyzine
HA, fever, dizziness, pain,
drowsiness, fatigue, nausea,
dyspepsia, back pain, otitis media,
cough
*Separate administration with mag.
or alum. antacids and fruit juices
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Bradycardia, hypertension, postural
hypotension, tachycardia, confusion,
dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue,
hallucinations, insomnia,
nervousness, dermatitis, constipation,
N/V, xerstomia, impotenece
Drowsiness, HA
Drowsiness, thickening of bronchial
secretions, HA, fatigue, nervousness,
dizziness, appetite increased, weight
gain, nausea, abdominal pain, dry
mouth
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Cephalexin
Keflex
Cefprozil
Cefzil
Cefuroxime
Ceftin,
Zinacef
Respiratory tract
infections, otitis media,
skin infections, bone
infections,
genitourinary tract
infections
Infections caused by
Pseudomonas
aeruginosa and
infections due to other
susceptible aerobic
gram-netagive
organisms
Infections caused by
group B staphylococci,
E.coli, salmonella,
lower respiratory tract,
otitis media, skin
infections, bone
infections, sepsis and
gonorrhea
250-1000mg Q6H
Agitation, confusion, dizziness,
fatigue, rash, abdominal pain,
diarrhea, N/V, vaginitis
250-500 mg Q8-12 H
Diarrhea, dizziness, fever, HA,
stevens-johnson syndrome, vomiting,
vaginitis
125, 250 or 500 mg
BID; Take with food
Eosinophilia, decreased hemoglobin
and hematocrit, increased
transaminases, increased alkaline
phosphatase, thrombophlebitis
Week 7
INCONTINENCE
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Antispasmodic for
5 mg 2-3 times/day
neurogenic bladder
max is 4 times/day
(urgency, frequency)
5-10 mg QD max is 30
mg /day for extended
release
Treatment of overactive 2 mg BID if immediate
bladder
release
4 mg QD if extended
release
BREAST CANCER TREATMENT
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Breast cancer, prevent
20 mg QD or 20 mg
breast cancer in high
BID if 40 mg a day
risk patients
BENZODIAZEPINES
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
General anxiety
0.25-5 mg TID up to
disorder, panic disorder, 4mg
anxiety
Generic
Oxybutynin
Brand
Ditropan,
Ditropan XL
Oxytrol
Tolterodine
Detrol,
Detrol LA
Generic
Tamoxifen
Brand
Nolvadex
Generic
Alprazolam
Brand
Xanax
Clonazepam
Klonipin
Seizures, panic
disorders
0.5 mg TID
Diazepam
Valium
2-10 mg 2-4 times a
day
Lorazepam
Ativan
Anxiety disorders,
ethanol withdrawals,
skeletal muscle relaxant
in treatment of
convulsive disorders
Anxiety disorders or
short term relief of the
symptoms of anxiety
associated with
depressive disorders
2-6 mg in divided days
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Xerostomia, constipation, dizziness,
nausea, HA
Dry mouth, HA (anticholinergic
effects)
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Fluid retention, sking changes, hot
flashes, nausea, weight loss,
menstrual irregularities
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Depression, drowsiness, fatigue, HA,
irritability, sedation, libido
decreased, menstrual disorders,
weight gain/loss, xerostomia,
hypotension
Edema, palpitation, amnesia,
confusion, depression, dizziness,
drowsiness, fatigue, fever, HA,
insomnia, agitation, anxiety, sleep
disturbances
Hypotension, drowsiness, ataxia,
slurred speech, fatigue, insomnia,
HA, anxiety, depression, confusion,
changes in libido, nausea,
constipation, urinary retention
Sedation, respiratory depression,
hypotension, confusion, dizziness,
HA, depression, amnesia, rash,
nausea, weakness
Temazepam
Restoril
Generic
Amitriptyline
Brand
Elavil
Nortriptyline
Pamelor,
Aventyl
Anxiety, panic attacks
15-30 mg HS
TRICYCLIC ANTIDEPESSANTS
Indication(s)
Usual Dose
Depression
50-150mg QD usually
at HS but my take in
divided doses.
Avoid Alcohol
Depression
25 mg Q6-8H up to
150mg day
Confusion, dizziness, drowsiness,
fatigue, anxiety, HA, lethargy, rash,
decreased libido, blurred vision
Anticipated and Adverse Effects
Orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia,
MI, stroke, restlessness, dizziness,
insomnia, sedation, fatigue, anxiety,
rash, weight gain, xerostomia,
nausea, headache
Postural hypotension, arrhythmia,
hypertension, heart block, MI,
confusion, delirium, restlessness,
insomnia, anxiety, agitation,
alopecia, rash, xerostomia,
constipation, N/V
* Avoid alcohol