Stephanie Has Been Taking Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) to Treat

question 50

Multiple Choice

Stephanie has been taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) to treat her depression. While clubbing one night, her friend convinces her to try MDMA. What type of interaction will the SSRIs and the MDMA have in the body?

• A) The SSRIs will block the effects of MDMA, causing Stephanie to use higher levels of MDMA.
• B) The SSRIs will enhance the effects of MDMA by increasing levels of the serotonin.
• C) The SSRIs will prolong the effects of MDMA by decreasing its enzymatic degradation.
• D) The SSRIs will negate the effects of MDMA by competing with the same binding targets, likely causing Stephanie to not try the drug again.

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