Traynor Has Had Severe Depression for Many Years

question 143

Multiple Choice

Traynor has had severe depression for many years.Although he has taken different antidepressants, he always stops taking them because he dislikes the side effects.If he wants to find an antidepressant with the fewest potential side effects, which drug should he try?

• A)a tricyclic
• B)a monoamine oxidase inhibitor
• C)a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor
• D)bupropion

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