When Discontinuing an MAOI,patients May

question 22

Multiple Choice

When discontinuing an MAOI,patients may:

• A)switch immediately to a new drug.
• B)switch immediately to a new drug and ignore dietary restrictions.
• C)discontinue use but must continue to follow dietary restrictions for about 2 weeks.
• D)discontinue use and take twice as much as prescribed on the new medication.

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