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Jun 11, 20233 min read

Riluzole (RILUTEK) for OCD

Mnemonic phrase: “Riled tech (with) Real uzi” Pronunciation: RIL yoo zole / RIL yoo tek Interactions: CYP1A2 substrate (tree) Year...

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Brixadi vs Sublocade (buprenorphine SC LAIs) with mnemonics

Jason Cafer MD

Jun 1, 20235 min read

Brixadi vs Sublocade (buprenorphine SC LAIs) with mnemonics

Brixadi is the second (to Sublocade) long-acting injectable (LAI) of buprenorphine to be available in the US.

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Visual mnemonics for the CGRP-opposing migraine medications

Jason Cafer MD

Mar 22, 20232 min read

Visual mnemonics for the CGRP-opposing migraine medications

New medication mascots for "zooms", "noob" and (ge)"pants" migraine medications for remembering trade/generic name pairings

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The one-page Psychopharmacology Algorithms sheet I refer to on a daily basis

Jason Cafer MD

Mar 19, 20232 min read

The one-page Psychopharmacology Algorithms sheet I refer to on a daily basis

One page PDF, evidence-based medicine reference for psychopharmacology

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Allopurinol for bipolar mania / The brain on uric acid

Jason Cafer MD

Feb 26, 20233 min read

Allopurinol for bipolar mania / The brain on uric acid

New medication mascot for allopurinol, which can be used off-label as adjunctive treatment of bipolar mania

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The Adderall Shortage: what to prescribe and how to convert doses

Jason Cafer MD

Feb 19, 20233 min read

The Adderall Shortage: what to prescribe and how to convert doses

Contents: Bottom line: what to do Why the shortage and how long will it last? Comparing dextroamphetamine to levoamphetamine Why is pure...

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Eyeball lithium levels and suicide / Why not 150 mg?

Jason Cafer MD

Feb 12, 20233 min read

Eyeball lithium levels and suicide / Why not 150 mg?

Lower micro-lithium levels appear to be associated with suicide. Why not prescribe lithium 150 mg for prevention of suicide and Alzheimer's

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Never accelerate lamotrigine titration (and know the UGT interactions)

Jason Cafer MD

Feb 5, 20232 min read

Never accelerate lamotrigine titration (and know the UGT interactions)

This post was inspired by the Carlat Podcast: Psychopharm Commandment 4: Lamotrigine Rash. When is it advisable to accelerate the...

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Jason Cafer MD

Jan 30, 20231 min read

"New" drug approval: Rykindo

The latest psychiatric medication to receive FDA approval is Rykindo, a long-acting injectible (LAI) of risperidone administered every 2...

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FDA approves Psilocybin for depression (is anticipated)

Jason Cafer MD

Jan 29, 20233 min read

FDA approves Psilocybin for depression (is anticipated)

Information about psilocybin, which is anticipated to be approved for treatment-resistant depression.

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Tirzepatide (MOUNJARO) - potential for unprecedented weight loss

Jason Cafer MD

Jan 22, 20232 min read

Tirzepatide (MOUNJARO) - potential for unprecedented weight loss

Today the PDF version of Cafer's Psychopharmacology was updated with four new medication mascots, including Tirzepatide (MOUNJARO)....

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Meds used for ECT: Succinylcholine (ANECTINE)

Jason Cafer MD

Jan 17, 20235 min read

Meds used for ECT: Succinylcholine (ANECTINE)

Mnemonic: “A nectarine Sucks in a coal line" Pronunciation: suks in il KOE leen / an EK teen Class: Depolarizing neuromuscular blocking...

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Alzheimer's antibody Lecanemab (LEQEMBI)

Jason Cafer MD

Jan 8, 20232 min read

Alzheimer's antibody Lecanemab (LEQEMBI)

LEQEMBI (lecanemab) compared to ADUHELM (aducanumab) for mild Alzheimer's disease

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Understanding and memorizing AUVELITY and related concepts

Jason Cafer MD

Dec 18, 202213 min read

Understanding and memorizing AUVELITY and related concepts

Auvelity is the latest medication approved for major depressive disorder. The manufacturer touts Auvelity: The first and only oral NMDA...

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Rimegepant (NURTEC ODT) - new medication mascot

Jason Cafer MD

Dec 11, 20221 min read

Rimegepant (NURTEC ODT) - new medication mascot

“Rhymin’ G pants are Nerd tech?” ri ME je pant / NUR tek Released in 2020 $900 - $1,300 / mo ❖ Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)...

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Jason Cafer MD

Nov 25, 20222 min read

Pregabalin (Lyrica) mascot

Pregabalin (LYRICA) Pronunciation: pre GAB a lin / LEER ik uh Mascot / Mnemonic phrase: “Preg gobblin’ Lyrics” Year approved: 2005 ❖...

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XELSTRYM (dextroamphetamine transdermal)

Jason Cafer MD

Oct 2, 20221 min read

XELSTRYM (dextroamphetamine transdermal)

Xelstrym (dextroamphetamine) transdermal system is the first and only available amphetamine patch, FDA-approved in March 2022 for...

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Jason Cafer MD

Sep 25, 20222 min read

Abilify MyCite

Aripiprazole tablets with sensor "Eyesight" Class: Second-generation antipsychotic (SGA) Year of release: 2018 Cost: $1,700 / mo...

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Jason Cafer MD

Feb 6, 20222 min read

Daridorexant (QUVIVIQ) for insomnia

Mnemonic mascot for daridorexant (Quviviq), a new DORA which will be released in 2022 for treatment of insomnia.

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Jason Cafer MD

Nov 15, 20212 min read

Cilostazol (PLETAL) for depression

Cilostazol (PLETAL) Pronounced: sye LOE sta zol / PLAY tal FDA-approved for: Intermittent claudication Used off-label for: Depression...

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