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Antidepressants and Their Side Effects

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What are the common side effects associated with amitriptyline?

Sedation, sexual dysfunction, nausea, seizures (correct)

Cardiac, seizures, sexual dysfunction, sedation

Nausea, insomnia, hyperarousal, sensory disturbance

Nausea, sexual dysfunction, insomnia, instability

How long should antidepressants be taken for?

Only for as long as symptoms persist

At least 2 years for all patients

6 – 9 months for all patients

Depends on the severity and recurrence of the episodes (correct)

What factors determine the risk of antidepressant discontinuation syndrome?

Frequency of dosing and initial dose

Patient's age and sex

Severity of the patient's depression

Type of drug and its duration of treatment (correct)

How is depression severity defined?

By the impact on personal functioning and duration of the disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is the key message regarding the use of valproate in men and women?

It should be avoided except in very exceptional circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for pharmacy teams regarding valproate?

They should discuss warnings and upcoming measures with their patients Signup and view all the answers

What should women of childbearing potential and girls do at their next annual specialist review regarding valproate?

Review using a revised valproate Risk Acknowledgement Form Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes bipolar depression from unipolar depression?

Bipolar depression is generally more severe Signup and view all the answers

What potential side effect of lithium is Ms AC likely experiencing?

Lithium toxicity Signup and view all the answers

Why should the prescription for sertraline be stopped for Ms AC?

Sertraline can exacerbate manic symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate mood stabilizer alternative for Ms AC?

Lamotrigine Signup and view all the answers

What concern should be highlighted regarding the patient's current medicine list?

The potential for drug interactions between sodium valproate and folic acid Signup and view all the answers