Monoaminergic psychotropics
- Psychotropics acting on DA/NE/5-HT systems
- Includes many antidepressants/antipsychotics
- Transporter and receptor actions often overlap
- Clinical effects depend on pathway balance
- PK and pharmacodynamic DDIs are common
- Umbrella label—not a single mechanism
Class at a glance
- Psychotropics acting on DA/NE/5-HT systems
Practical pearls
- Includes many antidepressants/antipsychotics
Pharmacology
- Transporter and receptor actions often overlap
- Umbrella label—not a single mechanism
Other practical pearls
- Clinical effects depend on pathway balance
- PK and pharmacodynamic DDIs are common
Self-check
- Which groups are included in Monoaminergic psychotropics?
Many antidepressants/antipsychotics. - Which transmitter systems do monoaminergic psychotropics act on?
DA, NE and 5-HT.
Drugs in this class (94)
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