An Antidepressant Drug Operates by Blocking Reuptake of Serotonin and Catecholamines

question 80

Multiple Choice

An antidepressant drug operates by blocking reuptake of serotonin and catecholamines, but also blocks histamine receptors, acetylcholine receptors, and certain sodium channels. This drug would most likely be classified as a(n) :

• A) tricyclic.
• B) MAOI.
• C) selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.
• D) atypical antidepressant.

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