What drugs should be avoided with Kava Kava?
Alprazolam
CNS depressants (e.g., phenobarbital, zolpidem)
What is the normal range for TSH?
0.5 - 5.0 mu/L
What are lab values in Hyperthyroidism
Decreased TSH
Increased T4 and T3
What are labs in Hypothyroidism?
Increased TSH
Decreased T4 and T3
What are 5 primary symptoms of Hyperthyroidism?
Heat intolerance
Agitation, Anxiety, Irritability
Tachycardia
Mood swings
Weight loss
What are 4 primary symptoms of Hypothyroidism?
Cold intolerance
Lethargy
Weight gain
Decreased libido
Hypothyroidism mimics symptoms of what psychiatric disorder?
Depression
Hyperthyroidism mimics symptoms of what psychiatric disorder?
Mania
Valproic acid produces what teratogenic effect?
Spina bifida (neural tube defect)
What is the primary organ where valproic acid is toxic?
Liver (hepatoxicity)
What are 4 signs of hepatoxicity?
Abdominal pain in the URQ
Reddish-brown urine
Yellowing of the skin and sclera
Fatigue
What is the therapeutic range for valproic acid?
50-125 mcg/ml
What is a toxic level of valproic acid?
>150 mcg/ml
What are 4 signs of valproic acid toxicity?
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