Return to course: Maprotiline (Ludiomil) Medication

Maprotiline (Ludiomil) Medication

Lessons

Maprotiline Brand Name & Introduction

Maprotiline Indications

Maprotiline Dosage & Adminstration

Maprotiline Pharmacological Effects

Maprotiline Pharmacokinetics & Warning

Maprotiline Drug Interactions

Maprotiline Common Side Effects

Maprotiline Contraindication & Augmentation For Partial Response

Maprotiline Recommended Lab Test & Overdose

Maprotiline Tapering/Withdrawal

Maprotiline Special Populations

Maprotiline Important Pearls

Maprotiline Quiz

“This quiz will evaluate your knowledge about Maprotiline medication.”

Q1. Maprotiline belongs to which class of antidepressants?

A) Tetracyclic antidepressants

B) SSRIs

C) MAOIs

D) SNRIs

Q2. What is the starting dose of Maprotiline for treating major depressive disorder?

A) 25 mg once daily

B) 50 mg once daily

C) 75 mg once daily

D) 100 mg once daily

Q3. Which neurotransmitter does Maprotiline primarily inhibit the reuptake of?

A) Norepinephrine

B) Serotonin

C) Dopamine

D) GABA

Q4. Which of the following side effects is most commonly associated with Maprotiline?

A) Sedation

B) Weight loss

C) Insomnia

D) Tachycardia

Q5. Maprotiline is contraindicated in patients with which of the following conditions?

A) Seizure disorders

B) Controlled hypertension

C) Mild hepatic impairment

D) Hyperlipidemia

Q6. Which serious adverse effect is associated with Maprotiline, particularly in overdose?

A) Seizures

B) Hepatotoxicity

C) QT prolongation

D) Nephrotoxicity

Q7. Which enzyme is primarily responsible for the metabolism of Maprotiline?

A) CYP2D6

B) CYP3A4

C) CYP1A2

D) CYP2C19

Q8. Which condition requires careful monitoring when a patient is on Maprotiline?

A) Blood pressure

B) Serum Electrolyte

C) Renal function

D) Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Q9. What is the black box warning associated with Maprotiline?

A) Increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in children, adolescents, and young adults

B) Risk of serotonin syndrome

C) Hepatotoxicity

D) Risk of hypertensive crisis

Q10. What is the recommended action if a patient on Maprotiline develops significant side effects?

A) Discontinue the medication immediately

B) Reduce the dose by 50%

C) Add an antipsychotic medication

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